Ophthalmology

Veterinary ophthalmologists specialize in treating  medical conditions, diseases or injuries to  pets eyes.  They may also use surgical procedures to retain or restore vision.

Let’s face it, knowing your pet has an eye problem can be frightening (and sometimes a bit icky!) Flashbacks of having your own eyes checked and the dreaded “puff of air test” may come to mind. If thoughts like these make you want to run for the hills, let the staff at Ocean Veterinary Ophthalmology (OVO) take away the fear factor!

Our practice is devoted exclusively to the medical and surgical treatment of animal eye diseases and injuries. We truly believe in quality care and medicine. From the moment you walk into Ocean Veterinary Ophthalmology, we want your experience to be as pleasant and comfortable as possible.  Dr. Michelle Samuel, our board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist, and her experienced and knowledgeable staff are committed to helping you and your pet by providing answers and prompt treatment of your pet’s ocular disease in a compassionate and caring environment. Our practice utilizes modern medical and surgical techniques and state-of-the-art technology and equipment. 

Ocean Veterinary Ophthalmology (OVO) is proud to be a partner practice of the LifeCentre allowing our clients’ direct access to 24-hour care and 12 other specialty services.  OVO is located in downtown Leesburg, minutes away from The LifeCentre campus buildings. 

Services We Provide

Diagnostic Testing:

  • Schirmer Tear Testing
  • Fluorescein Staining
  • Tonometry 
  • Electroretinogram (ERG)
  • Ocular Ultrasound 
  • Ultrasonic Biomicroscopy
  • OFA CAER Examination (formerly CERF)
  • Chromatic Pupillary Light Testing
  • MRI/CT Imaging 

Surgical Procedures:

  • Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification) 
  • Lensectomy (Lens Removal for Luxated Lenses)
  • Ocular/Periocular Foreign Body Removal
  • Corneal Burr and Grid Keratotomy 
  • Corneal Keratoplasty/Reconstruction
  • Keratectomy 
  • Conjunctival/Synthetic Grafts for Complicated/Deep Corneal Wounds
  • Advanced Eyelid Grafting Techniques including Skin Flaps for Lid Restoration
  • Eyelid Tumor Removal (Cryosurgery, CO2 Laser Ablation, Full-Thickness Excision)
  • Entropion/Ectropion Correction
  • Cryosurgery for Distichiasis and/or Ectopic Cilia
  • “Cherry Eye” (Prolapsed Third Eyelid Gland) Surgery
  • Third Eyelid Cartilage Corrective Surgery
  • Enucleation (Eye Removal) with or without Orbital Prosthesis 
  • Evisceration with Intraocular Prosthesis
  • Exenteration for Treatment of Orbital Cancer

Why Choose Our Care?

 

 

All of the partner practices at The LifeCentre are committed to collaborative, compassionate, and comprehensive care.

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Meet Our Specialists