Ophthalmology

Does seeing the ophthalmologist usually require any hospital stay?

No, appointments are usually done on an outpatient basis

If my animal's eyes need to be dilated how long does it take for them to return to normal size?

It takes 2-4 hours for their pupils to return to normal size.

Do the animals seem to be bothered by bright sunlight after having their eyes dilated?

The animals are not normally bothered with bright sunlight after leaving the clinic; however some may exhibit mild squinting.

What types of tests are routinely done at the appointment?

The tests vary depending on what symptoms your pet is exhibiting.

Some examples of tests that may be done include:
- tear testing
- tonometry (measuring intraocular pressure)
- fluorescein staining (to check for corneal ulcers)
- dilating the pupils to check the retina