Can you become an Ophthalmologist with a degree in optometry and then study Ophthalmology PhD course?

No, a degree in optometry is not sufficient to become an ophthalmologist. Optometrists are healthcare professionals who examine eyes for vision problems and prescribe corrective lenses. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. To become an ophthalmologist, you must first complete a four-year undergraduate degree, then four years of medical school, and then three years of residency training in ophthalmology.

While you cannot start with an optometry degree, those with a PhD may start with a Doctorate of Optometry (OD) to become an ophthalmologist. The PhD is not necessary to become an ophthalmologist, but it can be helpful for those who want to do research or teach in ophthalmology.

So, the answer to the question is: no, you cannot become an ophthalmologist with a degree in optometry and then study Ophthalmology PhD course. However, you can become an ophthalmologist by completing a Doctorate of Optometry (OD) and then completing a residency in ophthalmology.