Which professional would treat a patient with a detached retina?

• A. Ophthalmologist
• B. Psychiatrist
• C. Pathologist
• D. Otolaryngologist (ENT)

Answer: (A)

A detached retina is an eye problem that requires urgent care to prevent permanent vision loss. The professional who treats eye diseases and performs the surgical procedures needed to reattach the retina is the ophthalmologist. They have specialized training in diagnosing retinal issues and carrying out treatments such as laser therapy, cryopexy, scleral buckling, or vitrectomy to restore retinal attachment. Quick recognition of symptoms—sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light, or a curtain-like shadow over the vision—should prompt immediate evaluation by an ophthalmologist.

Other specialists focus on different areas: a psychiatrist treats mental health conditions, a pathologist studies disease in tissues and lab samples, and an otolaryngologist (ENT) handles disorders of the ear, nose, and throat. These professionals do not specialize in retinal care.