Welcome to the Ophthalmology Department at the Veterinary Medical Center
Contact Us:
Please call for an appointment
Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 612-625-9272
Emergency: 612-625-9711
Christine Lim
Staff:
Ophthalmologist: Christine C. Lim, DVM, DACVO
Technician/ Staff: Melissa Boyd, CVT
Services:
* Diagnosis and medical and/or surgical treatment of all eye disorders in all species of animals (small animals, large animals and exotic animals) * Eye certification exams (CERF and EERF) and breed-specific screening genetic blood tests
Special Equipment:
* Slit lamp biomicroscopy, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, and Tonopen® tonometry for routine ophthalmic examination * Operating microscope and microsurgical instrumentation for ophthalmic surgery * Phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation for cataracts * Streak retinoscopy for determination of refractive error * Ocular ultrasonography, including High Resolution Imaging for evaluation of glaucoma, corneal and iris diseases * Diode laser for treatment of glaucoma, ocular tumors and retinal detachment * Shunt implants for treatment of glaucoma * Cyclosporine implants for treatment of equine recurrent uveitis * Cryosurgery for treatment of ocular tumors and distichiasis * Electroretinogram to test retinal function * Canine Eye Registry Foundation Examination (CERF) * Equine Eye Registry Foundation Examination (EERF)
Useful Information:
American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology - Who We Are
