Ophthalmology referrals
Vision is an essential sense that provides information about the world we live in and allows us to negotiate our environment safely.
It is just as important for pets and we aim to preserve it where it is clinically appropriate.
About ophthalmology
The development of sophisticated optical and electronic instruments allows ophthalmologists to perform detailed examinations of the eye, beyond what’s possible in general practice.
Improvements in microsurgery and medical treatment options mean ophthalmologists are able to correct a number of conditions that can interfere with vision and/or may be painful to the pet.
If a pet is having problems with its vision and a condition is diagnosed that isn’t easily treated in a first opinion practice, it’s best for an experienced ophthalmologist to examine the animal.
Our ophthalmology service
Early involvement of an ophthalmologist allows detection of potential vision-threatening, or painful conditions while intervention is still possible.
Our referral service includes a full range of diagnostics, including slit lamp biomicroscopy, indirect as well as direct ophthalmoscopy, tonometry, gonioscopy, streak retinoscopy and facilities for microsurgery.
Meet Kim
Kim Jorgensen DVM CertVOphthal MRCVS is an independent visiting advanced practitioner providing our ophthalmology service.
Kim qualified from the Copenhagen University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine. After moving to the UK in 1992, he worked for a number of years at the PDSA, where he started taking an interest in eye cases. He gained the RCVS Certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology in 1998 and has been running an ophthalmology referral service since then. He has a special interest in vision and its implications for pet animal welfare and is particularly interested in corneal surgery as well as reconstructive eyelid surgery.
Please note that this service is only available on a referral basis.
Contact our team
If you are a referring veterinary surgeon, please use the online form below to request a referral.
Please note that this form is for veterinary professionals only. If you are a pet owner, please speak to your usual vet to discuss a referral or contact us on 01273 692257.
Contact our team
If you are a referring veterinary surgeon, please use the online form below to request a referral.
Please note that this form is for veterinary professionals only. If you are a pet owner, please speak to your usual vet to discuss a referral or contact us on 01273 692257.