Ophthalmology
At Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin
With best-in-class medicine, technology, and an expert team, we’re fully prepared to provide the complete, compassionate care your pet needs.
You've come to the right place
Multi-disciplinary and board-certified, our team of specialists have the training to identify, diagnose, and treat any condition.
We’re here for you (and them)
Schedule a visit. We’re here to help.
We want you and your pet to have the best experience possible. If you need us to reach out to your primary care veterinarian for your records, we’re happy to do so.
Conditions
If your pet is experiencing any of these conditions, rest assured our board-certified specialists are equipped to help.
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
- Lens luxation
- Eye tumors
- Uveitis
- Cherry Eye (prolapsed gland of the third eyelid)
- Entropion
- Ectopic cilia
- Corneal injury (perforation, ulcer)
- Corneal dermoid
- Dry Eye (keratoconjunctivitis sicca, KCS)
- Conjunctivitis
- Feline Herpes Viral Disease
- Retrobulbar disease (abscess, tumors, cysts)
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Sudden Blindness
- Diabetic cataracts
- Retinal detachment
- Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome
Diagnostics
Comprehensive diagnostic testing allows us to gain a complete understanding of your pet’s condition.
- Electro-retinography (ERG)
- Retinal exam
- CT Scan
- MRI
- Ocular ultrasound
- Chromatic pupillometry
- Infectious disease testing
- Slit-lamp exams
- Schirmer Tear Test (assessing tear production)
- Intraocular pressure
- Fluorescein stain
- Gonioscopy
Treatments
Our approach to treatment prioritizes improving your pet’s quality of life through personalized, compassionate care.
- Corneal debridement
- Cherry eye repair
- Laser cyclophotocoagulation for glaucoma
- Laser treatment for iris cysts
- Laser treatment for pigmented tumors
- Photodynamic therapy for tumors
- Cataract surgery
- Eye tumor removal
- Correction of eyelid disease (eyelid agenesis, entropion)
- Removal of ectopic cilia
- Serum drops
- Oral and topical medications
- Enucleation (removal of the eye)
Prepare for your visit
- 01Call us directly to schedule an appointment or register your pet before you arrive.
- 02We’ll gather your pet’s records and collaborate with your primary veterinarian.
- 03Note your pet's medications, food type, eating habits, and symptoms.
During your visit
- 01We’ll examine your pet and talk through any additional tests, if needed.
- 02We’ll go over your pet’s diagnosis in detail together and answer all of your questions.
- 03You’ll receive a treatment plan, any medication, and helpful guidance before you leave.
After your visit
- 01Follow your pet’s treatment plan and monitor their symptoms.
- 02You know your pet best. If anything seems amiss or you have any concerns, give us a call — we’re here for you.
- 03Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as a part of your pet’s ongoing care.
Our ophthalmology team
When your pet needs care, our highly trained specialists are here to help.
Frequently asked questions
Understand more about your pet’s condition and treatment options.
During your pet’s ophthalmology visit, they will receive a complete eye examination. This includes a fluorescein stain to check for corneal ulcers, a microscopic exam of the eyelids, iris, cornea, and lens, a retinal examination, a tear test to screen for dry eye, and tonometry to evaluate for glaucoma.
New patients
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