Veterinary Eye Institute

Veterinary Eye Institute Veterinary Eye Institute (VEI) is the leading veterinarian owned and led network of stand-alone ophthalmology practices in California, Florida, and Texas.
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Veterinary Eye Institute (VEI) is a leading veterinarian-owned and led network of stand-alone veterinary ophthalmology practices. Our mission is to make the world a more visually clear and comfortable place for pets through kind, collaborative, and compassionate care. Our board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists and highly trained teams provide advanced eye care for dogs and cats, diagnosing an

d treating a wide range of conditions including dry eye, corneal ulcers, cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal disease. We are committed to delivering the highest standard of medical and surgical care using state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment tools—so your pet receives the best possible outcome for their vision.

Diagnosis for this horse seen today is a stromal abscess.Owners recently acquired this 3 year old horse and seller state...
05/29/2026

Diagnosis for this horse seen today is a stromal abscess.

Owners recently acquired this 3 year old horse and seller stated the cloudiness was from an ulcer. At some point this ulcer healed over and topical steroids were prescribed to address discomfort noted. Stromal ulcers form from bacteria and fungus (common in horses especially in Florida) becoming trapped in a cornea from a previous wound that healed over. Management for this case is aggressive topicals including broad spectrum antibiotics, antifungals, mydriatics (to control spasming of the pupillary muscles and help decrease intraocular inflammation) and oral anti-inflammatories for pain.

It’s world otter day!!Did you know otters can actually change the shape of their eye lenses to help them see underwater?...
05/27/2026

It’s world otter day!!

Did you know otters can actually change the shape of their eye lenses to help them see underwater? 🦦👀 These incredible adaptations allow otters to have clear vision both on land and while diving for food!

Fun Facts About Otter Eyes 👀🦦

* 🦦 Otters can see clearly underwater and on land
Their eyes are specially adapted to focus in both environments, helping them hunt fish and navigate rivers.

* 👁️ Otters can change the shape of their lenses
Their eye lenses become rounder underwater to help focus clearly while swimming and hunting fish. This special adaptation allows them to see much better underwater than humans can!

* 🌊 They have a protective third eyelid
Otters use a translucent membrane called a nictitating membrane like built-in swim goggles to protect their eyes underwater.

* ✨ Their pupils adjust quickly
Otters often move between bright sunlight and murky water, so their pupils can rapidly adapt to changing light conditions.

* 🐟 Whiskers + vision = perfect hunting team
Even when visibility is poor, otters combine sharp eyesight with highly sensitive whiskers to detect movement in the water.

* 🌙 Otters can see well in low light
Many otters are active at dawn and dusk, so their eyes are adapted for dim lighting conditions.

* 💙 Sea otters carefully groom around their eyes
Healthy fur helps keep them warm, and grooming keeps debris away from their sensitive eyes.

From stray to safe - this is Midnight's story 🐾 🖤 Midnight was a stray cat living in the backyard of one of our amazing ...
05/24/2026

From stray to safe - this is Midnight's story 🐾 🖤

Midnight was a stray cat living in the backyard of one of our amazing clients. He had already lost vision in his right eye due to a severe infection, and when his left eye began showing signs of trouble, our client knew he needed help fast.

Midnight was evaluated by Dr. Christine Boss at VEI Orlando and diagnosed with entropion - a painful condition where the eyelid rolls inward, causing hairs to rub against the cornea. This had led to a serious corneal ulcer and infection that was degrading his cornea. Without treatment, Midnight was at risk of losing his only visual eye.

Thanks to the quick action of his new family and the dedicated care team at VEI, Midnight received intensive medical therapy and eventually eyelid reconstructive surgery. Today, he is visual, comfortable, and enjoying the wonderful new life he deserves.

We are so grateful to everyone who played a role in Midnight’s journey. Stories like his remind us how life-changing compassionate care can be.

Yesterday our Ocala and Gainesville locations participated in Service Dog Day where free ophthalmic examinations were pr...
05/21/2026

Yesterday our Ocala and Gainesville locations participated in Service Dog Day where free ophthalmic examinations were provided for the working dogs in our community!

🦉✨ Owl Eyes: Nature’s Night Vision ExpertsVeterinary Eye Institute – UplandEver wonder how owls see so well in the dark?...
05/20/2026

🦉✨ Owl Eyes: Nature’s Night Vision Experts
Veterinary Eye Institute – Upland

Ever wonder how owls see so well in the dark? Their eyes are some of the most specialized in the animal kingdom—and they’re packed with fascinating features! 👁️🌙

🔍 Fun Facts About Owl Eyes:
• Owls don’t have true “eyeballs”—they have elongated eye tubes that help them see far distances, especially at night
• Their eyes are fixed in place, so they can’t move them like we do… that’s why they rotate their heads up to 270°!
• Owl eyes are packed with rod cells, giving them incredible low-light (night) vision
• They have a binocular field of vision, meaning both eyes face forward—just like humans—for excellent depth perception
• Some owls can see in near-total darkness, but they’re actually far-sighted, making close-up vision less sharp
• Their large pupils allow maximum light intake, giving them that iconic wide-eyed look 🖤

👁️ Why it matters:
Just like owls, animals rely heavily on healthy vision to navigate their world. At Veterinary Eye Institute Upland, we’re passionate about protecting and restoring sight in all species—because every eye matters.

📍 Located in Upland
🐾 Specialized ophthalmology care for animals

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05/19/2026

A fun morning with a great cause and so many adorable pups! VEI Ocala is proud to be a part of the Dog Mom 5K with the Humane Society of Marion County.

The white arrows are representing a deep stromal abscess in a horse. If you note the opacity has a “fuzzy” poorly demarc...
05/18/2026

The white arrows are representing a deep stromal abscess in a horse. If you note the opacity has a “fuzzy” poorly demarcated area. This in conjunction with discomfort (blepharospasm or squinting), a miotic (constricted) pupil, and intraocular inflammation (uveitis) gave us a diagnosis of an abscess. Therapy is aimed controlling pain with oral anti-inflammatories and topical mydriatics (atropine to open up the pupil), and aggressive topical anti-fungal/anti-microbial medications. Intrastromal injections of an anti-fungal or even surgical intervention to remove the abscess is sometimes necessary.

Sometimes, at the end of a long week, we need a little help with all that paperwork! "Monchis" and Michelle are ready fo...
05/15/2026

Sometimes, at the end of a long week, we need a little help with all that paperwork! "Monchis" and Michelle are ready for the weekend.

Just a sweet boy in a party hat, making recovery look adorable ✨🐶
05/12/2026

Just a sweet boy in a party hat, making recovery look adorable ✨🐶

The black arrows are representing corneal invasion of squamous cell carcinoma in a horse. A superficial keratectomy (rem...
05/11/2026

The black arrows are representing corneal invasion of squamous cell carcinoma in a horse. A superficial keratectomy (removal of the top layers of the cornea) with a conjunctivectomy (removal of the adjacent pink tissue) was performed with adjunctive cryotherapy (freezing) of the area.

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Dallas, TX

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19727272020

Website

https://www.veterinaryeyeinstitute.com/

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