We provide the following surgical procedures for animals:

  • Phacoemulsification for Cataract Removal
  • Laser Treatment for Glaucoma
  • Laser Treatment of Retinal Detachment
  • Enucleation with orbital prosthesis
  • Pneumatic Retinopexy
  • Conjunctival, Corneal Grafts
  • Phacoemulsification for Cataract Removal
  • Luxated Lens Removal
  • Intraocular lens implantation following cataract surgery
  • Laser or cryoablation Treatment of Selected Neoplasm’s
  • Evisceration with Intraocular Prosthesis
  • Replacement of Prolapsed Nictitans (third eyelid) Glands
  • Superficial Keratectomy for Corneal lesions
  • Eyelid Wedge Resection and H-plasty for Eyelid Masses
  • Cryosurgery for Distichiasis
  • Cryosurgery for Eyelid Masses
  • Ectopic Cilia Removal
  • Parotid Duct Transposition
  • Pharmacological Ablation of Ciliary Body for Glaucoma
  • Puppy Eyelid Tacking
  • Keratotomy and Bandage Contact Lens Treatments for Corneal Ulceration

 

CATARACT SURGERY-WHAT TO EXPECT

 

PRE-OPERATIVE:

  • Exam-Your pet has just been examined and diagnosed with cataracts in one or both eyes.  PLEASE READ YOUR DISCHARGE SUMMARY AND SURGERY ESTIMATE FOR DETAILS. Should you decide to wait to do cataract surgery for longer than two months, a recheck appointment will be necessary to reevalate the eyes for changes that could affect surgery results.

 

  • EYE DROPS-Your pet will need to be on an ophthalmic drops called Dexacidin (Neo/Poly/Dex) three times a day for at least 5-7 days prior to surgery.  This is a steroid/antibiotic medication that will help control any inflammation or infection and prepare the eye for cataract surgery.

 

  • PHYSICAL EXAM AND BLOOD WORK-If your pet is five years or older, preoperative blood work needs to be done in order to assess your pet’s physical readiness to undergo anesthesia.  This can be done by your regular veterinarian or by our hospital.  If your veterinarian performs the blood work, please have the results faxed to our office prior to the surgery.  (Fax- 716-608-7788)

 

  • DIABETIC CONCERNS-If your pet is diabetic, DO NOT give insulin on the morning of surgery, as your pet will be fasted.  Please bring your pet’s insulin and needles on the morning of surgery.  We will be monitoring your pet’s blood glucose throughout the day and will administer insulin if necessary.

 

  • THE NIGHT BEFORE-Your pet can have food up until 10:00p.m. the evening before surgery and water until the morning of the surgery.

 

  • THE MORNING OF-Prior to surgery your pet will need to undergo administration of various drops over a two-hour period to prepare the eyes for surgery.  An EKG will also be performed; therefore, we require your pet to be admitted between 8:30-9:30A.M. on the day of surgery.  Please walk your dog to allow him/her to eliminate prior to administration.

 

POST-OPERATIVE

  • ELIZABETHAN COLLAR-Your pet will be sent home wearing an E-collar that will need to stay on for a minimum of 10-14 days.  It is very important to keep this collar on at all times as there are very tiny sutures on the cornea that could be easily disrupted by rubbing.  Pets usually adapt to having the collar on after a short time and are able to eat, drink and sleep while wearing it.  If you notice your pet refusing to eat/drink with the collar on, it maybe briefly removed during feeding time if under strict observation.  The collar should be placed back on your pet immedately after feeding.

 

  • MEDICATIONS-The success of the surgery depends highly on your proper and timely administration of medications.  Initially this is a demanding task, as some of the medications need to be given five times a day.  Medications should not be changed without Dr. Stanz or Dr. Mineo’s consent.  If you run out of medications before your next scheduled appointment, PLEASE call the office for refills.  Medications can be obtained at our office or mailed to your home.  (Animal Eye Care is NOT responsible for medications lost in the mail)

 

  • ACTIVITY RESTRICITONS-Your pet should be kept quiet as possible for the first couple of weeks after cataract surgery.  Vigorous play, especially with other pets, should not be permitted.  After the first day or two, you may be able to resume normal controled walks on a leash or harness.

 

  • RECHECK EXAMINATIONS-After cataract surgery, your pet will need to be seen on a regular basis for recheck examinations with Dr. Stanz or Dr. Mineo.  The first TWO post-operative exams are included in the cost of surgry, although there will be an additional charge for medications.  Generally, the schedule for post-operative exams are as follows: 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, then as needed.  If there are any complications during or after surgery, rechecks may be schedlued on a more frequent basis.