Ophthalmology
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The Ophthalmology Service provides diagnostic and therapeutic care for all species of animals. Patients are seen on a referral basis.
Ophthalmology services
In addition to standard diagnostics, we also provide the following:
- Routine examinations including slit-lamp biomicroscopy, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, tonometry, gonioscopy, and cytology
- Ocular ultrasonography and ultrasound biomicroscopy
- Electroretinography
- RetinaScan
- Canine Eye Registration Foundation (CERF) certifications
We offer standard care, as well as a variety of more-advanced medical and surgical treatment options:
- Corrective surgery for genetic eyelid disorders
- Reconstructive surgery for ocular and adnexal injuries/neoplasia
- Surgery for small animal and equine infectious corneal disease
- Laser and shunt surgery for glaucoma and tumors
- Cataract surgery
- Cryosurgery
- Photodynamic therapy
Ophthalmology personnel
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Bio ItemIan P. Herring, DVM, MS, DACVO , bio
Assistant Director, Veterinary Teaching Hospital; Associate Professor, Ophthalmology
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Bio ItemRenata Ramos, DVM, MS, DACVO , bio
Clinical Assistant Professor, Ophthalmology
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Bio ItemNatalia Rivera Viscal, DVM , bio
Resident, Ophthalmology
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Bio ItemDaniel Rothschild, DVM , bio
Resident, Ophthalmology
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