1. Plural of orthoptist; healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat eye movement disorders and binocular vision problems.
Usage: Medical/healthcare field; Typically requires specialized training and certification

Examples

• Orthoptists work closely with ophthalmologists to assess patients with strabismus.
• The clinic employs several orthoptists who specialize in vision therapy.
• Orthoptists use specialized equipment to measure eye alignment and movement.
• Many orthoptists help children with lazy eye through targeted exercises.
• The hospital hired two new orthoptists to expand its eye care services.