ithin the past decades, new knowledge, medical instrumentation, and techniques have made it possible for a specialist to receive advanced training in a particular field of study.

These recent advances have created the need for veterinary specialists. Presently there are more than 25 specialties recognized by the American Veterinarian Medical Association. Board certification in a specialty requires a doctorate in veterinary medicine, a one-year internship, and a three-year residency, along with successful completion of written, practical and oral examinations.

All of our doctors are diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO). Currently there are approximately 290 diplomates of the ACVO, primarily located in North America.

A specialist is an extension of your pet’s primary care veterinarian and is available to help provide optimal patient care. Your veterinarian’s referral demonstrates confidence in our ability to provide your pet with the most up-to-date knowledge, technology and care in veterinary ophthalmology. We will notify your pet’s primary care veterinarian of our recommendations and treatment via a written report, which is provided after each visit.