Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
15G0 Ophthalmology, General
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
A general ophthalmologist diagnoses and treats diseases and injuries of the eyes and visual system. The ophthalmologist performs eye examinations, prescribes treatment, and conducts ophthalmic procedures and surgery.
Core Skills
- comprehensive eye examinations
- ocular disease diagnosis
- ophthalmic surgical procedures
- visual acuity assessment
- slit lamp examination
- ocular imaging interpretation
- eye injury management
- prescription and treatment planning
- ophthalmic patient education
Civilian Software & Tools
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Epic Systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Allscripts PM
- athenahealth athenaCollector
- Automatic Data Processing AdvancedMD EHR
- Benchmark Systems Benchmark Clinical EHR
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Surgery
- Optometry
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Ophthalmology Certification
- American Board of Ophthalmology Board Certification
- Certified Physician Executive (CPE)
What the Work Involves
- Perform comprehensive examinations of the visual system to determine the nature or extent of ocular disorders.
- Provide or direct the provision of postoperative care.
- Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, or eyelids.
- Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services.
- Prescribe or administer topical or systemic medications to treat ophthalmic conditions and to manage pain.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
- Cardiologists
- Dermatologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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