Ophthalmology Service

Dr. Ellison Bentley examines an injured red-tailed hawk for signs of retinal damage using indirect ophthalmoscopy.

The ophthalmology service at the VMTH offers comprehensive care for patients with eye abnormalities. It is one of the largest veterinary ophthalmology services in the world. Each of the board certified specialists provides general ophthalmic care in addition to specialty services and expertise in corneal diseases and surgery, glaucoma, exotic animal and equine ophthalmology.

Highlights of the Service

• Board certified ophthalmologists
• Comparative Ophthalmic Research Laboratories
• Internationally recognized for providing consulting services to industries for development of new ocular treatments

Common Conditions

• Dry eye (KCS)
• Cataracts
• Retinal Degeneration
• Lid disorders
• Cancer
• Ocular infections

Special Equipment and Technology Ophthalmic laser Phacoemulsification unit Ophthalmic ultrasound Operating microscope Electroretinography Infrared photorefractors and keratophacometers

Dr. Paul-Murphy, a special species veterinarian, restrains her patient as veterinary ophthalmologist, Dr. Murphy, examines the iguana's eyes for potential problems.

Clinicians

Elizabeth Adkins, DVM, DACVO
Ellison Bentley, DVM, DACVO
Paul Miller, DVM, DACVO
Chris Murphy, DVM, PhD, DACVO

Residents

Kate Myrna, DVM
Simon Pot, DVM

Downloadable Forms

Ophthalmic history form (Adobe PDF format)

Common Questions

• What is KCS?
• What are cataracts?

Routine Service Hours

New appointments are seen on Monday and Wednesday. Rechecks can be scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Surgery is conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Go to Appointment Information.