Animal Eye Care of Western New York, PC is a specialty practice that exclusively deals with the diagnosis and treatment of animal eye diseases. We are equipped to treat all types of animals from dogs and cats, rabbits, horses, birds, to reptiles, wildlife and more.

Dr. Kimberly Stanz is board certified in ophthalmology and our licensed veterinary technicians provide the highest level of care, education, and understanding to our clients, their pets, and referring veterinarians. We are conveniently located in the Western New York area.

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What is a Board Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist?

The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ACVO) is the American Veterinary Medical Association specialty board, which sets the standards for advanced professionalism in veterinary ophthalmology. This college is an association, not an actual physical location. After a person graduates from veterinary college (4 years), they usually complete a 1-year internship in small animal medicine and surgery. The doctor then serves a 3-year residency in ophthalmology at a veterinary teaching hospital (University) under the teachings and guidance of faculty ophthalmologists. Once the residency is completed, the board certification process begins first with a credentials package consisting of publications, case reports, and resume. IF the credentials are accepted by the ACVO exam committee, the applicant is allowed to take the examination. The exam lasts four day and consists of written, practical, and surgical parts. Finally, after passing all of the above criteria, the veterinarian is considered a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (DACVO) or in short, is Board Certified in veterinary ophthalmology.