Case study: Treating multiple eyelid tumors using photodynamic therapyDecember 4, 2024While more invasive surgeries may be recommended for some patients, photodynamic therapy (PDT) serves as an alternative based on tumor type, location, and overall health.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveGeriatric Globes: Best Practices for Treating Ophthalmic Disease in Senior Dogs and CatsNovember 25, 2024In this session: Seth Eaton, VMD, DACVO, lists the most common eye diseases presenting in geriatric dogs and cats, with a focus on those best practices for management and techniques to preserve vision and/or comfort in our aged small animal patients.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveThe Eye is the Window: Ocular Manifestations of Systemic DiseaseJune 12, 2024In this session: Anne Metzler, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVO, discusses ocular lesions can be clues to underlying systemic disease. On the flip side, systemic disease can result in ophthalmic pathology ranging from incidental to vision-threatening. Comprehensive physical and ophthalmic examination will lead to the most complete assessment of a patient’s health. Knowledge of ocular manifestations of systemic disease facilitates forming differential and definitive diagnoses, as well as support patient vision and ocular health.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveCanine Corneal Opacities—Ulcers and More!May 29, 2024In this session: Georgina Newbold, DVM, DACVO, provides a brief review of the normal corneal anatomy and a broad overview of abnormalities that can occur within the cornea. The focus will be on common canine diseases that can lead to corneal opacities. The section on nonulcerative keratitis describes and provides treatment plans for chronic superficial keratitis (pannus), immune-mediated keratitis, pigmentary keratopathies, corneal degeneration, and corneal dystrophy. The final section will be a brief overview of medical management for complicated corneal ulcers.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFeline Ophthalmology 101: Taking the Mystery out of Common Ocular DiseasesMay 22, 2024In this session: Melissa Kubai, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVO, addresses common feline ocular diseases including identifying, diagnosing, and treating conditions that are unique to cats. This will aid your practice and clients in effective treatments of challenging ocular conditions afflicting their beloved pets.
Ophthalmology focus of upcoming hands-on training program by NAVCMay 17, 2024The 23rd annual NAVC Institute, happening on May 20 to 24 in Orlando, Fla., will also offer other education tracks, including orthopedic surgery, small animal ultrasound, and strategic leadership
Free screening eye exams to benefit working and service dogsApril 16, 2024Approximately 8,000 complimentary eye exams are provided in this annual program across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico each year.
The FDA reminds veterinarians, pet owners of recalled eye dropsMarch 13, 2024The agency reports receiving at least one ‘adverse event’ in an animal related to the use of these products.
Keep an eye out for ocular issuesMarch 9, 2024Conditions, such as ulcerative keratitis and “cherry eye,” are common in cats and dogs, and if you are in a general practice setting, there is a good chance one will walk into your exam room today.
Over 5,250 working animals get free screening at eye exam eventJuly 11, 2023The Epicur Pharma-sponsored program enlisted over 270 diplomates from the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) to conduct free veterinary eye exams.
