Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology is the study of the disease and conditions which affected the eye and surrounding tissues. Your animal's eye is susceptible to many of the same diseases and condition as you are. Animals are susceptible to many congenital (present at birth) diseases, as well as numerous diseases acquired later in life. The most common eye diseases are infection and trauma. Animals may also develop cataracts, a change in the transparency of the lens in the eye, which causes an inability to see as in humans. Many of these acquired diseases, including cataracts, may be treated through the use of medicine and surgery. At Memorial-610 Hospital for Animals, we routinely see diseases of the eyes and surrounding tissues and treat many of these cases medically and surgically at our facility. We also maintain a close working relationship with several Board Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologists and refer cases to these specialists when indicated.