Expert Eye Care for Your Pets

Our small animal ophthalmology services are dedicated to diagnosing and treating eye conditions in pets, ensuring they maintain optimal vision and eye health.

Small Animal Ophthalmology

Our team of skilled veterinary ophthalmologists uses advanced diagnostic tools and surgical techniques to address a variety of eye issues, from common ailments to complex conditions.

Our Ophthalmology Services

A standard consultation is about 30min in duration. Assessment of vision, ocular comfort, ocular discharge and a neuro-ophthalmic examination will be performed. The tear production and intraocular pressures will be measured. The periocular tissues, eyelids, conjunctiva, cornea and intraocular structures (iris and lens) will be examined with a slitlamp biomicroscope. The posterior segment will be assessed with an indirect ophthalmoscope to assess the fundus. Direct ophthalmoscopy with a panophthalmoscope might be added if needed.

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Our Specialist Small Animal Ophthalmologist

Team Member

Dr. Christie Boucher

Veterinary Ophthalmology Specialist | BVSc Hons MMedVet(Ophthal)

Dr Christie Boucher completed her veterinary degree in 2000 at Onderstepoort, University of Pretoria. The travel bug called and she left for the United Kingdom where she worked for a number of years. It was here where she acquired an interest and love for ophthalmology and proceeded to complete a certificate of the European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies in Ophthalmology. Back on South African soil she received the opportunity to follow her dream and study further in Ophthalmology at the University of Pretoria. She obtained her Honours degree in 2015 and qualified as a Veterinary Ophthalmology Specialist in 2017 when she obtained her Master’s degree. She has worked at the Johannesburg Animal Eye Hospital since 2016 before moving down to the Cape. In her spare time she enjoys running and cycling, when not running around after her kids.

Specialties: Corneal surgery

BOOK A CONSLUTATION WITH A MEMBER OF OUR CARING, SPECIALIST TEAM

For more information about our Small Animal Ophthalmology services, please contact us. Our dedicated team will be able to assist you with bookings, emergency call outs and telephonic consultations.

Our Small Animal Services

Small Animal General Practice

Small Animal Specialist Services

Specialist Surgery - Small Animal Care

Anaesthetist & Critical Care

Ophthalmology - Small Animal Care

Small Animal Surgical Oncologist

Emergency & Specialist Care

About Vetscape Animal Hospital

Innovation, Excellence, Dedication

Vetscape Animal Hospital was established in 2019 and has meticulously grown our facilities and specialist teams to today’s mixed practice serving equine and small animals. We collaborate with and support veterinary practices across the Western Cape to offer the best range of skills and experience for every individual case.

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