en <span style=font-size:11pt><span style=line-height:normal><span style=font-family:Aptos,sans-serif><b><span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif><span style=color:#4f81bd>Aims:</span></span></span></b> <span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif>This study assessed the knowledge and attitudes of the Jordanian population toward ophthalmology services, identified barriers, and explored opportunities to enhance access and care quality.</span></span></span></span></span><br> <span style=font-size:11pt><span style=line-height:normal><span style=font-family:Aptos,sans-serif><b><span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif><span style=color:#4f81bd>Instrument & Methods:</span></span></span></b><span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif> This study employed a mixed-methods design, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews. Data were collected from 385 participants in Amman. The survey included Likert-scale items evaluating knowledge and attitudes, while open-ended responses were analyzed using thematic analysis. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to examine the relationship between knowledge and attitudes.</span></span></span></span></span><br> <span style=font-size:11pt><span style=line-height:normal><span style=font-family:Aptos,sans-serif><b><span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif><span style=color:#4f81bd>Findings:</span></span></span></b> <span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif>Respondents demonstrated moderate knowledge of ophthalmology services, with the highest awareness regarding professional roles (3.24±1.36) and the lowest concerning service access (2.76±1.42). Knowledge of eye health was also moderate, with limited understanding of disease symptoms (2.74±1.38). While general attitudes were positive, confidence in seeking care was low (2.48±1.39). Statistically significant correlations were found between knowledge and attitudes toward seeking (r=0.42, p<0.05) and utilizing services (r=0.38, p<0.05). Financial constraints (42.3%) and logistical issues (27.8%) were the most frequently cited barriers. Suggested improvements included capacity building (44.7%), financial assistance (42.1%), and awareness campaigns (23.6%).</span></span></span></span></span><br> <span style=font-size:11pt><span style=line-height:normal><span style=font-family:Aptos,sans-serif><b><span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif><span style=color:#4f81bd>Conclusion:</span></span></span></b> <span style=font-size:10.0pt><span style=font-family:Cambria,serif>There are clear knowledge gaps and access barriers to ophthalmology care in Jordan. </span></span></span></span></span><br> Ophthalmology,Knowledge,Attitudes,Quality of Health Care,Public Health, 339 346 http://hehp.modares.ac.ir/browse.php?a_code=A-10-88930-1&slc_lang=en&sid=4 R. Shatnawi 1003194753284600369760 1003194753284600369760 Yes Department of Special Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan A. Al-Hyari 1003194753284600369761 1003194753284600369761 No Department of Ophthalmology, Prince Hamzah Hospital, Amman, Jordan H. Shatnawi 1003194753284600369762 1003194753284600369762 No Faculty of Medicine, Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan Y. Shatnawi 1003194753284600369763 1003194753284600369763 No Faculty of Medicine, Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan