Can an Optometrist Perform Botox Injections?
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I am not aware that an optometrist can perform Botox, even if they are under the supervision of a physician. Nurses and physician assistants (P.A.s) can, in some states, perform the injections while they are being supervised by a licensed physician. Ophthalmologists are different than optometrists as they do have an M.D. degree so they are able to do the treatments.
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I am not aware that an optometrist can perform Botox, even if they are under the supervision of a physician. Nurses and physician assistants (P.A.s) can, in some states, perform the injections while they are being supervised by a licensed physician. Ophthalmologists are different than optometrists as they do have an M.D. degree so they are able to do the treatments.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Optometrists generally do not inject Botox
This will vary by state. To the best of my knowledge Optometrists are not qualified to perform Botox injections.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Optometrists generally do not inject Botox
This will vary by state. To the best of my knowledge Optometrists are not qualified to perform Botox injections.
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July 5, 2010
Answer: It would depend on your State laws
Optometrists are not medical doctors. They are not trained for invasive procedures. In all state in the United States optometrists are engaged in lobbying efforts to have state legislatures increase the scope of their practices. I am not aware that they have gained privileges for injecting Botox. You should check with your state optemetric board. However, why would you do this as these would be the least experienced individuals you could find for treatment.
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Answer: It would depend on your State laws
Optometrists are not medical doctors. They are not trained for invasive procedures. In all state in the United States optometrists are engaged in lobbying efforts to have state legislatures increase the scope of their practices. I am not aware that they have gained privileges for injecting Botox. You should check with your state optemetric board. However, why would you do this as these would be the least experienced individuals you could find for treatment.
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July 5, 2010
Answer: An optometrist should not inject Botox. I am not aware of any optometrist that does do this
In fact, it could be a criminal offense especially if it is not under the authority of a physician. Only some practitioners are able to do this under a physician such as registered nurse, nurse practitioner and physician assitant as stated above. Where I'm from there was an aesthetician that injected botox that was from a foreign country who caused some complications that lead to her being sentenced for criminal acts. So I would definitely make sure the person doing these for you is licensed to do so for your safety.
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Answer: An optometrist should not inject Botox. I am not aware of any optometrist that does do this
In fact, it could be a criminal offense especially if it is not under the authority of a physician. Only some practitioners are able to do this under a physician such as registered nurse, nurse practitioner and physician assitant as stated above. Where I'm from there was an aesthetician that injected botox that was from a foreign country who caused some complications that lead to her being sentenced for criminal acts. So I would definitely make sure the person doing these for you is licensed to do so for your safety.
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July 2, 2010
Answer: Botox injections require MD supervision
Botox is a precriptive drug which means that an MD or equivalent with prescriptive authority is responsible. Regulations vary by state as to who can do the injections under the doctor's authority. Typically this can be an RN, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
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Answer: Botox injections require MD supervision
Botox is a precriptive drug which means that an MD or equivalent with prescriptive authority is responsible. Regulations vary by state as to who can do the injections under the doctor's authority. Typically this can be an RN, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
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