Ophthalmology Referrals
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Charlie Barton BVSc CertVOphthal MRCVS

What's involved?
Referred clients can expect a 45-60 minute consultation involving a full ophthalmic examination, including slit lamp biomicroscopy, tonometry and binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy. Any further investigations will subsequently be performed if required.- Eyelid disorders – entropion, ectropion, ‘diamond eye’, reconstructive surgery
- Third eyelid disease – ‘Cherry eye’, Scrolling of the third eyelid
- Corneal disease – KCS, non-healing & melting ulcers, corneal sequestrum
- Uveitis Investigation
- Glaucoma
- Ocular ultrasound
- Vision assessment
- Cataract assessment (Surgery performed by off site specialist)
Referring Veterinary Surgeons
Download a fax / email appointment form here:
Referral Form (.docx format - editable / emailable). Requires Word 2007+ download
Referral Form (.pdf format). download

Emergency cases are seen whenever possible. Please contact the practice on 01932 220768 who will arrange for Charlie to discuss the case with you.
We only take cases arranged from Veterinary Surgeons, not directly from clients, and will always refer back to the primary veterinary practice for all other treatment.
Pet Owners
Please bring your animal starved on the day of the consulation in case we need to perform sedation or anaesthesia.
We regret that we can not offer advice on particular conditions over the phone without prior referral from your primary veterinary surgery. Please contact them if you would like a second opinion consultation.

