Board-Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologists in Thornwood, NY
Ophthalmology Services for Your Pet
Find conscientious veterinary eye care for your pet from a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist at Veterinary Eye Specialists PLLC, located in Thornwood, Westchester County, New York. Our experienced team of animal eye specialists brings over 50 years of combined expertise in veterinary ophthalmology, offering everything from routine exams and diagnostics to advanced microsurgery and animal eye treatment in a compassionate, personal setting.
Whether your pet needs a check-up or advanced surgical intervention, we provide professional eye care for dogs, cats, and other small animals. We are conveniently located in Thornwood, New York, with easy access from all major roads in Westchester, including the Cross Westchester Expressway (Rt 287), Route 87, the Saw Mill Parkway, the Taconic Parkway, the Sprain Brook Parkway, and the Cross County Parkway. Our clinic is easily accessible from Westchester, New York City, Putnam, Rockland, Orange Counties, Long Island, and Connecticut.
To schedule an appointment with a veterinary ophthalmologist, contact us today at vesnyinfo@gmail.com, through our website, or by calling (844) 394-1643 (toll-free) or (914) 674-4141.
Services Offered Include
Complete ophthalmic examination, diagnostic evaluation, and animal eye treatment planning
A full range of surgeries, including eyelid and third eyelid surgery, corneal microsurgery, lens/cataract surgery, cryosurgery, and Iridex diode laser surgery (focal retina, glaucoma)
Brand new, state-of-the-art equipment for cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) and intraocular lens implantation
Comprehensive ocular diagnostics: gonioscopy for glaucoma, electroretinography for retinal disease and blindness, standard ocular ultrasound, and high-frequency ultrasound (ultrasound biomicroscopy) for anterior segment disease
Medical and/or surgical treatment for entropion, cherry eye, tumors, corneal ulcers, dry eye, glaucoma, uveitis, retinal disease, and more
Advanced anesthetic monitoring equipment, including pulse oximetry, Cardell electrocardiography, Doppler and sphygmomanometry blood pressure monitoring, and capnography (ETCO2)
Informative communication with pet owners to involve you fully in your pet's eye care
Close coordination with your primary veterinarian for integrated, specialist care
Friendly and professional service
At Veterinary Eye Specialists PLLC, you'll find compassionate care, technical excellence, and a dedicated team of veterinary ophthalmologists and animal eye specialists committed to your pet's vision and comfort.
Dr. Cho and Dr. Gaarder have been selected by other veterinarians and specialists throughout the Westchester area to be listed as two of the area's topVets™! topVets™ was started with the intent to identify the best veterinarians and specialists in the country and is the only list of its kind, chosen by veterinary professionals themselves, and published in Westchester Magazine. Inclusion in topVets™ is considered a singular honor, and we congratulate them on being honored by their peers. They have been chosen as TopVets multiple times.
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Maintenance of Certification by the American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmology
The ophthalmologists at Veterinary Eye Specialists all participate in ABVO (American Board of Veterinary Ophthalmology) Maintenance of Certification - a program aimed at maintaining the level of scientific excellence achieved when initially becoming board certified. This extra step, not required of all ophthalmologists, demonstrates their dedication to continuous learning, professional development, and remaining on the leading edge of their field.
Now Offering Dermatology at Veterinary Eye Specialists!
Dr. Jeanne Budgin, DVM DACVD, now sees clients at Veterinary Eye Specialists in Thornwood, NY. Dr. Budgin, a board-certified veterinary dermatologist since 2005 and founder of Hudson Valley Veterinary Dermatology, has extensive experience in clinical veterinary dermatology and has been well-loved in our area for many years. She is active in national, North American, and international organized veterinary dermatology organizations. She has special interests in nutritional management of allergic skin disease, treatment of drug-resistant infections, and immune-mediated skin disease. She also sees clients on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.
Please note that the front desk staff at Veterinary Eye Specialists does not handle Dermatology; you must call or text Dermatology directly.
CURRENT MASKING POLICIES
We are a mask-optional facility. Masks are available if you'd like to use one. Staff may or may not be wearing masks as they feel comfortable.
If you are sick, please consider having someone else bring your pet in or changing your appointment to another time. You may also remain in your vehicle during your pet's appointment - call us when you arrive.
If you feel unwell but must come in, you must wear a mask for the safety of our staff and other clients. You are also kindly asked to remain socially distanced from all others, including staff, at all times.
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Contact Us
Contact our office in Thornwood, New York, for animal eye care with a personal difference.
*Subject to change at any time. Please click here for our current policies regarding COVID-19.
Veterinary Eye Specialists PLLC is an independent business providing veterinary ophthalmology services.
PRIVACY POLICY: We respect your privacy. The information you provide is used only to reply to your online inquiries or to provide you with occasional updates on our services. It will not be sold, shared, or given to other parties.
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