AMERICAN COLLEGE
OF VETERINARY OPHTHALMOLOGISTS®
The ACVO
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VOL. 2 ISSUE 10 | WINTER | 2010
“...that light
shall prevail
over darkness...”®
PRESIDENT’S CORNER
bylaws as needed, and currently we have little
control as a consequence of members that do
not participate in the process. We will similarly
propose to modify our bylaws in 2011. Passage
would allow an affirmative vote of 2/3 of the
eligible ballots cast, to determine the results of a
measure.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
President’s Corner ...Page 1
Member News...Page 2
Committee Reports...Page 3
Public Relations...Pages 4
ACVO Conference...Page 5
VAF Foundation...Page 6
Calendar...Page 8
Classified Ads...Page 10
Inserts:
Ads
Dues Form
Service Dog Eye Exam Event
Sign-up Form
by Carmen Colitz, DVM,
PhD, DACVO
I am truly humbled and honored to serve as the
President of the ACVO. While the job can be
daunting and awesome at the same time, I have
been privileged to watch previous Presidents
accomplish numerous goals with finesse and
patience. I hope to be able to do the same with
current goals important to our future.
Numerous issues were discussed at our
conference in beautiful San Diego in October.
The need to modify our bylaws in order to allow
an affirmative vote of 2/3 of the eligible ballots
cast is imperative. This was proposed and failed
in the recent bylaws vote a few weeks ago. The
primary problem is that in order to implement
ANY change, we presently need 2/3 of our
eligible membership to vote on an issue.
Therefore an abstention from voting constitutes
a ‘no’ vote. As it stands, the current proposal
changes this requirement to a 2/3 supermajority
of those who actually cast a vote. If this measure
fails again, the ACVO is likely never to be able to
amend its bylaws, a consequence with
significant ramifications. A supermajority of those
who actually vote will still be required, but the
results will no longer be affected by those who
do not vote. This is a standard requirement for
bylaws changes in many organizations.
In our last two bylaws votes only 45% and 76%
of the Active and Emeritus Diplomates cast
eligible votes, respectively. We, the members of
the ACVO, deserve the right to change our
I encourage you to vote again in 2011 on this
important measure, and I thank those of you who
made the effort in 2011.
A second issue that is on our radar is the
Maintenance of Certification (MOC) proposal.
The proposal has been discussed, edited, and
returned to the MOC committee for proposed
changes. The requirement for MOC will not
affect present Diplomates of the ACVO. Existing
diplomates, however, may elect to demonstrate
that they are current by undergoing the MOC
process.
A third issue, though no less important than the
other issues, is the separation of Certification/
Diplomate and Membership. This issue is still in
its development phase but much more advanced
than before. Dr. Whitley, our ABVS
representative, has been working with the
Governance committee to follow
recommendations of the ABVS and allow an
easy streamlined transition that will protect us as
individuals and as a group.
I look forward to seeing you all in Hilton Head,
South Carolina at the ACVO conference this fall.
Feel free to contact me with any comments or
concerns and we, the BOR, will do our best to
address these issues.
THE ACVO VIEW, PAGE 2
MEMBER NEWS
{ WELCOME NEW ACVO DIPLOMATES! }
that 38% of Diplomates did not cast a vote. A vote that is not cast
essentially provides a ‘no’ vote toward the measure. See the
specific break down below.
336 - Total eligible votes.
224 – Total votes that must have been received for an affirmative
majority to have passed the measure.
208 – Total eligible votes received (128 did not cast a ballot).
182 – Votes in support of the measure to change the bylaws.
26 – Votes in opposition to the motion.
Your vote is very important. Please plan to vote again in 2011 for a
similar measure that will be proposed.
{ RESULTS OF THE ACVO ‘SPENDING’ SURVEY }
The below individuals successfully passed ACVO exams and were
inducted into membership as Diplomates in September. Biography
information is available for each new Diplomate at www.ACVO.org,
in the members section.
Drs. Joshua Broadwater, Christin Chapman, Tina Fife, James
Histed, Stacy Peterson (Ivins), Amber Labelle, Catherine Nunnery,
Chris Pirie, Simon Pot, Tara Richards, Lynsey Smith, Robert
Swinger, Mitzi Zarfoss and Dara Zirofsky.
{ ACVO OFFICER ELECTIONS }
Congratulations to ACVO’s newest Regent, Dr. Steven
Hollingsworth and the Public Regent, Mr. Douglas Jack. These
individuals were elected into office during the business meeting in
October. Additionally, Dr. Brian Gilger was elected as
President-Elect and Dr. Robert English as Vice President. Special
thanks go out to outgoing Past-President, Dr. Cynthia Powell for
her 7+ years of service on the Board of Regents. We all appreciate
the tireless hours that our Regents and our committee members
put into the ACVO and thank them ALL for their dedication. Please
see an updated list of current committee members on the website
under ‘leadership’.
{ 2010 BYLAWS MOTION RESULTS }
Below are the voting results on the bylaws motion proposed by the
ACVO Board of Regents. The premise of the proposed changes
was to make clerical updates and amending the process by which
bylaws could be changed in the future. Votes were collected via
mailed ballot and on site at the business meeting. Only one vote
was permitted per eligible Diplomate. Active and Emeritus
Diplomates at the time of the mailing in August, were eligible to
vote.
The results of the vote showed overwhelming support of the
change but unfortunately the measure still failed due to the fact
Plan to save money and experience better benefits in 2011!
Thank you for offering your opinions via the ‘spending survey’
administered this past spring. The Board received this feedback
and prioritized options based on your responses. The items that
ranked highest included: eliminate automatic dues escalator, dues
reduction, enhancement of audio visual support during the annual
conference and financial support of the PR committee and their
efforts.
After discussion, the Regents voted to do the following:
1) Suspend the automatic dues escalator in 2011 and thereafter
review the dues annually. The ACVO’s dues include a free
subscription to a published Journal, a $150 value! This is not
typical with other College dues fees.
2) An increased investment will be made in the annual
conference technology both on-site and post-meeting online
availability. We are planning to provide attendees with online
sessions to view post-conference. Right now the details are being
worked out.
3) Finally, the Board voted to help fund the 2011 Service Dog
event if it wasn’t funded by a major sponsor. The good news is
that Merial will again act as the major sponsor in 2011 therefore
the board may reconsider this action at its board meeting this
March. (Secondary sponsorship is currently being discussed.)
The overall financial situation of the College will continue to be
examined and appropriate proposals made as needed. As of now
the Board is pleased to announce that the goal of accumulating
one year’s reserves will likely be reached by the end of 2010 or
early 2011.
{ CONGRATULATIONS! }
Eye Care for Animals in Avondale, AZ is proud announce that
they became an AAHA accredited referral practice in March 2010.
ACVO BOARD OF REGENTS
{ PRESIDENT }
Dr. Carmen Colitz
(561) 967-5966
{ PRESIDENT-ELECT }
Dr. Brian Gilger
(919) 513-1273
{ VICE PRESIDENT }
Dr. Robert English
(919) 319-3348
{ PAST PRESIDENT }
Dr. Cynthia Cook
(650) 551-1115
{ SECRETARY/TREASURER }
Dr. Michael Paulsen
(817) 483-8762
{ REGENT }
Dr. Nick Millichamp
(979) 845-2351
{ REGENT }
Dr. Joseph Wolfer
(416) 232-0211
{ REGENT }
Dr. Steven Hollingsworth
(530) 757-7205
{ PUBLIC REGENT }
Mr. Douglas Jack
(519) 843-4908
{ ABVS REPRESENTATIVE }
Dr. David Whitley
(515) 294-4900
{ ABVS ALT. REPRESENTATIVE }
Dr. Cynthia Powell
(970) 297-1259
{ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR }
Ms. Stacee Daniel
(208) 466-7624
{ ACVO OFFICE INFORMATION }
PO Box 1311
Meridian, ID 83680
office10@acvo.org
Ph: (208) 466-7624
Fx: (208) 466-7693
www.ACVO.org
www.VisionForAnimals.org
www.ACVOEyeExam.org
{ “THE ACVO VIEW” }
Edited by Ms. Stacee Daniel
and Ms. Jennifer Simon
“...that light shall prevail over darkness...”
COMMITTEE REPORTS
{ BOARD OF REGENTS }
The ACVO BOR, having completed goals in the 2006 ACVO
Strategic Plan will meet again to renew this plan for the next 5
years. The meeting will take place during the Spring board meeting,
lengthening it by 1.5 days. Critical board member training will also
be administered during this time period to help its members work
together with increased efficiency. These meetings will be combined
to help lower costs of these directives.
{ BASIC SCIENCE COURSE }
by Dr. Michael Davidson, Chairperson
The 9th Biannual William Magrane Basic Science Course in
Veterinary and Comparative Ophthalmology was held June 7-25,
2010 at North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary
Medicine, Raleigh, NC. Eighty-one individuals representing 18
countries registered for the course, including 43 ACVO residents
and 11 ECVO residents.
The Basic Science Course planning committee developed the
curriculum for this three week course over the prior two years. This
planning committee is comprised of Drs. Ellison Bentley, Cynthia
Cook, Mike Davidson, Dick Dubielzig (ACVP), Diane Hendrix, David
Maggs, Paul Miller, Ron Ofri (ECVO), and David Wilkie.
Twenty-seven faculty participated in the course including 16 ACVO
Diplomates, three ECVO Diplomates, and eight faculty in other
fields. New faculty this year included Drs. Alison Clode, Christine
Heinrich, Gill McLellan, Richard McMullen, Carol Naranjo, Teresa
Peña, and Gabi Seiler. The efforts of all of these individuals are
greatly appreciated.
Total revenue for the course was $104,650 and after expenses
(which this year included an honorarium to most speakers) course
proceeds totaled $37,350, which has been distributed to the ACVO
Vision for Animals Foundation. A number of faculty generously
donated their honorarium to the ACVO Foundation.
EARLY DOCUMENT CHECK:
Applicants wishing to take advantage of the optional early
document check should submit all documents and fees so as to
ensure RECEIPT by 5 pm Mountain Time, January 7th, 2011.
{ JOURNAL COMMITTEE }
by Dr. David A Wilkie, Editor and Chief
In addition to our regular issues, the Journal published a Special
Issue on Zoo and Exotic Animal Ophthalmology in 2010 and I
would like to thank Dr. AJ Marlar for an excellent job managing the
largest number of manuscripts we have ever had submitted for a
Special Issue. We are currently soliciting manuscripts for a
Special Issue on Feline Ophthalmology. It has been 10 years
since the last Special Feline Issue edited by Dr. Mary Belle Glaze
and it is time for us to re-visit this topic. If you have manuscripts
that pertain to Feline Ophthalmology please submit them online
for our Guest Editor, Dr. Jean Stiles.
The Journal continues to grow in the annual number of
submissions and the sources of these submissions remain broad
based with respect to both country and ophthalmology area. We
have an excellent journal with an Impact factor of 1.516 and a
Ranking of 31/141 in the Veterinary Sciences. This is a result of
the efforts of all of us including authors, reviewers and Editorial
Board Members. I would like to offer my thanks to all who have
help make us as strong as we are.
While the Journal is the official publication of the ACVO, it is also
supported by 12 other worldwide ophthalmology colleges and
societies. I would also thank them for their generous support to
ensure we remain a truly international journal.
If you have any concerns, or would like to offer your help as a
reviewer please do not hesitate to contact me at
wilkie.1@osu.edu.
{ GENETICS COMMITTEE }
Planning for the 2012 Basic Science Course will begin in May 2011. by Dr. Katie Diehl, Chairperson
{ CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE }
by Dr. David Maggs, Chairperson
CREDENTIALS PROCESS 2011:
Downloadable credentials forms and instructions for completing
these forms along with the Credentials Committee’s Policies and
Procedures document are now available in the Residents section
of the ACVO website (http://www.acvo.org/diplomates/residenttool/
CommInstructions.asp).
All Applicants intending to take the ACVO certifying examination
this year, along with their Supervising Diplomates if they are
first-time applicants, should visit the ACVO website for full
instructions. Enquiries not answered by reading the Policies and
Procedures document as well as all instructions for completing
forms may be sent by email to Dr. David Maggs, Credentials Chair
at credentials@acvo.org
Thanks to CERF and Optigen for their continued generous
sponsorship of the Genetics Update Symposium this year the
“CERF Exam Forum” in San Diego, and CERF for continued
financial and administrative support of our committee.
A revised/updated, but informal version of the pamphlet
“Guidelines for completing the CERF form” has been prepared
by the Genetics Committee and CERF liaison. It was provided to
participants in the CERF exam forum and is also provided to new
diplomates at their initial CERF luncheon. It will also potentially
be available on the ACVO website in the genetics committee /
CERF section, as well as future “Blue Books”, but in the
meantime, it may be requested via any of the committee members
(see page 7 for a list of committee members).
A revised/updated 2010 version of the 5th edition of the “Blue
Book” (with a few corrections and new breed conditions based
DEADLINE:
on 2008 diagnoses statistics analysis and literature review) will
This year’s deadline for RECEIPT of all documentation and fees is be available very soon. It will only be available online, replacing
5 pm Mountain Time, January 21st, 2011. Forms received after the the 2009 version found/accessed on the ACVO website under
deadline, incomplete forms, and submissions not using original and the CERF section with password protection. When it is officially
current versions of all forms will render the Applicant’s credentials
posted there, the CERF office will begin using its “rules” for
packet incomplete for that year, and the Applicant will be unable to processing of forms, and this timing will be announced to
take the certifying examination in that year.
diplomates via email.
(continued on page 7)
THE ACVO VIEW, PAGE 4
PUBLIC RELATIONS
increase the numbers of veterinarians participating and service
animals benefiting from the event! Watch your email for ongoing
updates this spring.
{ 4TH ANNUAL ACVO NATIONAL SERVICE DOG
EYE EXAM EVENT, MAY, 2011}
®
by Stacee Daniel
{ ACVO.ORG IMPROVEMENTS }
ACVO &
May 2011 will mark the 4th year of the ACVO/Merial Service Dog
event. Thank you all for helping bring increased awareness of the
profession to over 87,000,000 people during the 2010 event. We
experienced amazing results last year… so much so that Merial
has promised to fully fund the event again in 2011! The continued
key sponsorship from Merial and supporting sponsorship of
others, including to date I-Med Animal Health, MWI Veterinary
Supply and Welch Allyn, Inc., will help us promote and hopefully
increase the number of service animals seen and thus increase
the press to the profession and your individual clinics.
Again this year, the event will take place during the entire month
of May. If your clinic wishes to participate plan to sign up in
December off the member section of the website or in response
to an email we will be sending you. Service Dog registrants will
again be directed to contact your office after April 1st to set
appointments according to your schedules. Last year some of you
set aside ½ day appointments during one full week, others set
aside one entire day each week for 4 weeks, still others managed
it differently. You do not have to commit to certain days or hours to
participate in the event.
I implore anyone already providing similar services to marry their
program with this event during the month of May. Your
participation not only increases your exposure but also helps us
In the month of December you will notice a major aesthetic and
navigational update to the ACVO.org website. Please feel free to
send comments and suggestions to us as you move through the
site.
We are also working to update the database functions yet again
this spring. The goal is to allow you to update your member profile
directly. The profile will hopefully include expanded member
information, pictures, and links. This system is currently being
bid and reworked so it is not likely to be in affect in time for dues
renewals in December/January.
We will be highlighting a Diplomate on the cover of the site every
month or two. If you submit information about yourself or your
clinic, an interesting case, unusual animal examined, PR that
you picked up locally, etc., we will consider featuring it on the site
for your clients to see. Please email any suggestions to us as
soon as possible. Rotation will depend on how many responses
we receive. Approximately half a dozen are in the rotation to be
featured in 2011.
In order to accommodate these changes, individual passwords
will be assigned to Active Diplomates this spring. You will need
this information after that time to access the ‘member’ areas of the
site.
(Public Relations section continued on page 8)
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“...that light shall prevail over darkness...”
ACVO CONFERENCE RECAP
San Diego proved to be an amazing venue for attendees of the 41st annual conference this fall. Over 640 people attended the
meeting, another 100+ including VOTS. The Welcome Reception, hosted at SeaWorld, co-sponsored by SeaWorld, I-Med,
OcuGLO Rx and ACVO, was fabulous. Over 570 people attended and were privy to a private Shamu show complete with a customized
husbandry display, never ending food and hosted drinks.
Educational sessions included general for three days, special session breakouts (equine, vitreous and exotics), poster sessions,
Memorial Lecturer, Dr. Mike Robinson, hosted lunches, and a packed exhibit hall. The exhibit hall spilled out onto a massive deck
overlooking Mission Bay which made mingling all the more enjoyable. The Friday Gala was held outside, crowned with string lights,
accompanied by the soft sounds of a steel drum band lazily drifting by.
The ERG lecture was well received by many while the wet lab fell short for those wishing experience another vendor’s equipment.
Circumstances prevented this from occurring properly and we offer our apology to those of you who may have been disappointed.
A survey feedback was received and is being evaluated for next year’s event in Hilton Head. We look forward to welcoming you on the
All
East coast next fall for another outstanding event!
THE ACVO VIEW, PAGE 6
VISION FOR ANIMALS FOUNDATION
{ 2010 VAF GRANTS }
Congratulations 2010 Vision for Animals
Foundation Award Winners
Our congratulations go out to the following
Vision for Animals Foundation Grant winners for
2010-2011. Each grant winner will receive
$5,000 toward funding their grant research.
Winners will be required to present their data at
the ACVO conference within the next three
years so Diplomates should look forward to seeing presentations
on these topics in the future.
Thank you to everyone who continually supports the Foundation
to help fund these annual grants. Due to your generosity, the
Foundation has been able to fund over $190,000 in grants to
date. The VAF’s financial goal remains to accumulate 1-1.5 million
dollars in reserve to become a self-funding granting institution and
to fund additional research grants, including Diplomates’ work.
1. Dr. Ann Bosiak - Mentor: Dr. Elizabeth A. Giuliano, University
of Missouri - Columbia. Title: “Gene therapy in the canine cornea:
efficacy and safety of a novel therapeutic strategy.”
2. Dr. Thomas Chen - Mentor: Dr. Juliet Gionfriddo, Colorado
State University. Title: “Abnormal distribution or inhibition of
EAAT3 may lead to oxidative stress in glaucoma.”
3. Dr. Jay Harrington - Mentor: Dr. Brian Gilger, North Carolina
State University. Title: “Correlation of clinical and histologic effects
of diode laser endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation on the normal
equine eye.”
4. Dr. Elizabeth Lutz - Mentor: Drs. David A. Wilkie and Anne
Gemensky Metzler, The Ohio State University. Title: “Impact
of cyclosporine A on lens epithelial cell apoptosis and corneal
endothelial viability.”
{ YOUR “EYE-TO-EYE” STATUE ORDER BENEFITS THE
FOUNDATION! }
The Vision for Animals Foundation has teamed up with artist Jim
Gion, who created the “Eye-to-Eye” statue which sold during the
VAF auction at the ACVO conference in Chicago, to sell a limited
number of ‘Eye-to-Eye’ commissioned bronzes to ACVO
Diplomates as a fundraiser. We have received eight orders so far!
The following pieces are available:
1) Reduced sized maquettes (male or female subjects) approximately 4”x 8” x12” in size and will weigh around 20
pounds. The cost of this bronze would be $1,150 (includes
shipping in the US). Shipping would be “foamed in place and
insured” as per the artist. Approximately $150 of this price would
be deductible as a donation to the VAF.
2) A limited number of full sized bronzes (male or female subjects)
- 7” x 16” x 32” in size. The artist didn’t quote the weight but I
recall it was over 100 lbs at the ACVO conference. The price for
this piece will be $5,000. Shipping to anywhere in the US is about
$400 additional. It would also be foamed in place and insured.
Approximately $1,500 of this price would be deductible as a
donation to the VAF.
The artist has made these available to the VAF at wholesale to
allow us to promote this as a fund raiser. To order, please visit
www.ACVO.org or contact ACVO office.
{ VAF FUNDRAISERS FOR 2010 }
Thank you to all who donated to the Vision for Animals
Foundation programs in 2010! Estimates show that donations
should total about 60K this year. Grants were funded for 20K and
Foundation expenses ran around $6,000 in total. If you would like
to help the Foundation reach its goal of 1 million to become self
funding, consider supporting the below programs or make a direct
donation. 100% is tax deductible in accordance with IRS.
Financial Summary:
BSC (from 2010) - $37,350
Pet letter donations - $6,055
General member donations - $5,500
Auction - $3,731
Interest - $3,000
Eye-to-Eye Statues - $1,500
Public donations - $1,075
“...that light shall prevail over darkness...”
(Genetics Committee report continued from page 3)
As before, the Genetics Committee continues to work on annual
“Blue Book” revisions based on breed statistics, literature review
and overhaul of the introduction, genetic testing information,
glossary/definitions, and outdated or erroneous references. We
anticipate another version of the document, potentially a new
edition, to be available late 2011 or early 2012.
CERF form reminders and upcoming changes (early 2011)
Pannus
Currently – Plasma cell infiltration of the nictitans (“plasmoma”) is
considered part of the pannus/chronic superficial keratitis disease
complex even when it occurs in isolation (i.e., without corneal
change). The breeding recommendation is the same as for
pannus. Diplomates are advised to mark this condition as “Other
– suspected as inherited” and specify under “Comments”.
With new form, under third eyelid, a bubble was added for
“plasmoma/atypical pannus” and this may be marked when this
change is noted with corneal changes or without.
The word “inherited” was also removed from pannus in the
corneal section of the form – this bubble should still be used for
the corneal disease, with or without third eyelid involvement.
Finally, we are working on cleaning up the pannus/chronic
superficial keratitis definitions in the “Blue Book.”
As previously announced, in the PPM section:
Lens pigment foci, no strands – This bubble should be marked for
pigmented anterior lens capsular opacities thought to be caused
by a previous PPM. At this time, marking this bubble does not
have specific breeding recommendation consequences, but the
bubble was created to allow more consistent and accurate data
collection and tracking of this condition especially as it relates to
(if at all) other, more visually significant/threatening PPM
issues, as currently that is nearly impossible as this is marked or
described and commented on/documented in so many different
ways by different Diplomates.
Endothelial opacity, no strands – This bubble should be marked
for opacities of the corneal endothelium (pigmented or not)
thought to be caused by a previous PPM. Marking this bubble will
have the same consequences on the breeding
recommendation as marking “Iris to Cornea” PPMs. Opacities
of the corneal endothelium that are not thought to be caused by
PPMs should be marked as “Other.”
Punctate posterior suture tip opacities – significance unknown
– These should be marked as such in lens under cataract so
that they can be consistently monitored and thus tracked. We
are working on getting these to NOT generate an E1 (“cataract,
significance unknown) diagnosis category on CERF certificates,
possibly through having their own bubble (“suture tip opacities”)
but for now are just trying to achieve consistency in their
documentation.
Any size cataract (punctate, intermediate or diffuse) can be
qualified by marking the significance unknown bubble. This may
be used for suspected traumatic cataracts, etc. As this bubble
states though, please describe its use (essentially doubt of
inheritance or at least possibility that the change noted is not
inherited for some reason….) in the comments section.
Congratulations to the
2010 ACVO Resident Award Winners:
Veterinary Ophthalmic Specialities and ACVO Best Clinical Paper:
Dr. DJ Haeussler, Ohio State University
Veterinary Ophthalmic Specialties and ACVO Best Research Paper:
Dr. Allyson Groth, UC Davis
Retinopathy bubble previously added for this recognized disease
in certain breeds that is different from retinal dysplasias.
Examples include:
Coton de Tulear -multifocal retinopathy – cmr2; previously known
as retinal dysplasia – bullae
Great Pyrenees - multifocal retinopathy – cmr1
Mastiff – multifocal retinopathy – cmr1
Swedish Vallhund
Likely others….
Persistent hyaloid artery or persistent hyaloid remnant – When
noted, these should be marked as other, suspect non (typically)
inherited and described or notes in comments. As this bubble
used to exist on the forms and is in the database as a diagnosis,
these get recoded to track this issue as long as they are
documented.
Removed bubbles for: retinal atrophy – suspicious and
eury/macroblepharon
Please describe lesions noted in the comments section, as
drawings often don’t show up on the “carbon” copies. Additionally,
when marking the “other” bubbles, both for suspected inherited
and suspect non-inherited lesions, PLEASE describe the other in
the comments!
Please feel free to contact any member of the Genetics
Committee with questions or concerns that you may have
regarding this information or other related issues. The current
members of the Genetics Committee are: as of 1.1.11, co-chairs
Carrie Breaux and Jacqueline Pearce, and members Joshua
Bartoe, Michel Carrier, Patricia Gearhart, Alan Brightman, Gia
Klauss, Ruth Marrion and one other to be determined. Outgoing
members are Katie Diehl (chair 2009-2010) and Nicole MacLaren.
Carrie Breaux has served as CERF liaison, but as of 12.31.10, will
be vacating this post to join the committee and Katie Diehl will take
over this role.
We would also like to encourage interested ACVO Diplomates
to consider volunteering their services as members the Genetics
Committee in the future.
THE ACVO VIEW, PAGE 8
(Public Relations continued from page 4)
CALENDAR
{ ACVO BROCHURES AVAILABLE ONLINE}
Six ACVO brochures are now available for Diplomates to
download from ACVO.org in the members’ section. The brochure
files are high resolution pdfs which can be sent to the printer
of your choosing. We highly recommend the company Sterling
Graphics, who’s contact information is listed below the brochure
files online. If you would like to add your clinic or practice
information to the original brochure file before printing, please
contact the above mentioned printer. They have the native file
and will add your contact information. Contact Sterling Graphics
for pricing and ordering information. We hope to be able to offer
interactive pdf files to allow Diplomates to add their own contact
information in the future. These brochures do not, in any way,
describe or dictate a standard of care. Its purpose is to provide
general educational information to the pet-owning public.
February 2-5, 2011
VSIPP
San Diego, CA
Hotel del Coronado, San Diego, CA
Contact: Gary Abeyta gabeyta@gppublishing.com
February 4-5, 2011
MWVOS
Itasca, IL
Eaglewood Resort and Spa
Contact: Seth Koch
Email: AnimalEyeDoc@aol.com Phone: 202.363.4157
February 13, 2011
NCVOS
San Francisco, CA
Queen Anne Hotel
April 1-2, 2011
Dorothy Havemeyer Foundation Equine Ophthalmology
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NALBUPHINE Ophthalmic
Excerpts from clinical studies:
“When properly made, Nalbuphine Ophthalmic does not
damage tissue”. “Specialized compounding and
sterilization of Nalbuphine Ophthalmic Solution is
imperative for its function as a safe and effective drug. If
improperly compounded and /or sterilized, damage to
tissue may occur”.
Long term treatment with Nalbuphine Ophthalmic is safe.
There don’t appear to be any overt toxic effects on the
corneal epithelium with extended exposures. The pet
should always be under supervision by a veterinarian.
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PRIVATE PRACTICE POSITIONS
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SEEKING
BOARD-CERTIFIED
OR
BOARD-ELIGIBLE
OPHTHALMOLOGIST, OKLAHOMA CITY AND TULSA, OK The
Animal Eye Clinic is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible
ophthalmologist to join our Oklahoma practice. We are a well
established practice with a great referral base. The position will
include a 3-5 day work week, a baseline salary, benefit package,
paid vacation and retirement plan. A new multi-disciplined 12,000
ft. referral hospital in Tulsa should be completed in the fall of 2011.
Please contact our A.E.C. office manager, Mary, at 405-751-3821 or
okcanimaleyeclinic@sbcglobal.net
if
you
have
an
interest
in
joining
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SEEKING
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OPHTHALMOLOGISTS - MI AND FL BluePearl Veterinary
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is owned and operated by veterinarians and veterinary
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We confidently offer exciting, collegial and fulfilling work
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JOB
OPPORTUNITY
FOR
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BOARDED
OR
BOARD-ELIGIBLE OPHTHALMOLOGIST - ROCKLIN, CA
Animal Eye Center (AEC) is looking for a full time ophthalmologist
to join our staff. Compensation is based on percentage with
401-K, medical and liability insurance, CE and paid vacation.
We are a progressive and well equipped hospital with a
large client base. AEC provides clinical rotation for interns
from two area referral specialty hospitals. The Sacramento
area offers broad cultural, athletic and outdoor opportunities.
Please contact Lana Linton DVM, DACVO (Work 916-6244364 or Home 530-888-0195 or Email EyesLana@AOL.com.
ALCON LABS SEEKING OPHTHALMOLOGIST - FORT
WORTH, TX Alcon Labs is seeking an Ophthalmologist to
direct a centralized function to perform highly specialized and
technical in vivo examinations to support preclinical safety
studies. DVM with at least 8 years of demonstrated clinical
aptitude in surgical procedures required. Board certification
preferred. Submit applications to www.alconcareers.com.
SEEKING
BOARD-CERTIFIED
OR
BOARD-ELIGIBLE
OPHTHALMOLOGIST FOR A FULL OR PART-TIME POSITION
– LOVELAND, CO Animal Eye Center is seeking a person
to join us in the Northern Colorado area. The practice is in a
2,500 sq foot facility; next door to a 15,000 sq foot specialty
practice providing internal medicine, surgery, physical therapy,
and 24 hr emergency services. AEC has a full array of standard
and advanced ophthalmic instrumentation to permit such
diagnostics as high resolution ultrasonography as well as
glaucoma surgery using endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
and gonioimplants. Please submit a CV via e-mail to
aecloveland@msn.com, by mail to AEC, 215 W. 67th
Ct, Loveland, CO 80538, or FAX to 970-461-0027.
OPHTHALMOLOGIST
WANTED
PREFURRED
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Ophthalmologist to join our expanding company. We offer excellent
pay and full benefits including medical, dental, extensive continuing
education opportunities, and paid vacation and sick time.
We
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BOARD-ELIGIBLE
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VETERINARY
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POSITION
AVAILABLE,
SAN
FRANCISCO
BAY
AREA,
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Drs. Friedman and Smith are looking for a board-eligible or
board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist to join our ophthalmology
practice in the eastern part of the San Francisco Bay Area. We
have two locations: one in Fremont and the other in Pleasant
Hill. In the Fremont location we are associated with three
board-certified veterinary specialists as well as an emergency
clinic. Flexible hours. Great working environment. Outstanding
staff. Profit sharing plan, 401K, and excellent health benefits as
well as potential for future ownership. Contact Deborah Friedman at
510-623-0444 or dsfaec@sbcglobal.net. www.animaleyecare.com
OPHTHALMOLOGIST – CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA
Carolina Veterinary Specialists (CVS) has four 24 hour emergency
and referral only specialty hospitals throughout North Carolina
with
a
fifth
set
to
open
in
2011.
Although
board certification is preferred, individuals who have
completed
residency
training
or
are
undergoing
residency training are encouraged to apply as well.
Compensation consists of base salary and production
based percentage pay in addition to an excellent benefits
package. Our specialists enjoy a four day work week
with an excellent quality of life away from the hospital.
Contact Dr. Jesse Eichenbaum at (704) 504-9608 for more
information. Email resumes to jesse.eichenbaum@carolinavet.com
SEEKING A BOARD-CERTIFIED OR QUALIFIED - BAY
AREA, CA Veterinary Vision is seeking a board-certified or
qualified colleague to join our private practice in the California
Bay Area. We have two new, state of the art ophtho only
facilities; one in San Carlos and one in San Francisco.
The position offers a three or four-day work week and future
partnership potential. Salary is based on experience, motivation
and individual production. We offer an attractive fringe benefit
program that includes CE, a Profit Sharing Plan and 401K.
Contact Cindy Cook (cscook@veterinaryvision.com) or Albert
Mughannam (idranml1@sanbrunocable.com) for more information.
2011 DIPLOMATE DUES REMINDER
Diplomate dues renewals will begin December 1st. You may
renew using the enclosed form or preferably the secure, online
link off of the front page of the ‘members area’ of the
www.ACVO.org website.
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UNIVERSITY POSITIONS
FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITION - UNIVERSITY OF
ILLINOIS, URBANA, IL DVM degree or equivalent. ACVO
or ECVO board-certified, board-qualified or individuals
who have completed ACVO or ECVO residency training in
veterinary ophthalmology. Residents currently in an ACVO
or ECVO training program are also encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will join our existing faculty in
providing clinical service and clinical and didactic teaching
of professional students, interns, and residents, as well
as contributing to the scholarly mission of the College,
through either independent or collaborative research efforts.
Please create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.
edu<https://jobs.illinois.edu/>. Upload application materials,
including your application letter, resume, transcripts, and names
and contact information for three references by November 30,
2010. All requested information must be submitted for your
application to be considered. Additional information about the
position may be obtained by contacting Dr. Ralph E. Hamor,
217-333-7451
hamor@illinois.edu
VETERINARY OPHTHALMOLOGIST, OKLAHOMA STATE
UNIVERSITY, STILLWATER, OK The Department of Veterinary
Clinical Sciences, Oklahoma State University Center is seeking
applicants for a tenure-track or clinical-track position. Salary
and academic rank will commensurate with experience and
qualifications. A DVM or equivalent and completion of clinical
residency training in veterinary ophthalmology are required. Board
certification by the ACVO is preferred. However, those qualified
to take the ACVO certification examination are encouraged to
apply. Eligibility for faculty licensure in the state of Oklahoma is
required. Applications should include a letter of intent with a
statement of professional goals, curriculum vitae, and names and
addresses of three references. Contact: Dr. Charles MacAllister,
Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary
Medicine, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078-2042,
405-744-8468, FAX 405-744-6265, email: cmacall@okstate.edu.
DEPARTMENT CHAIR, DEPT. OF CLINICAL SCIENCES,
CORNELL UNIVERSITY, NY Cornell University invites
applications for the position of Chair of the Department of
Clinical Sciences (http://www.vet.cornell.edu/clinsci/). We seek
an individual to lead the Department in all aspects of academic
activity, including stewardship of personnel and resources.
Applicants must hold a DVM or equivalent veterinary degree,
with evidence of further postgraduate education in the form
of diplomate status in a recognized specialty board and/or
advanced degrees. The successful candidate will have strong
leadership capabilities, a record of active participation in academic
affairs, and evidence of balance and excellence in teaching,
research and clinical activities that are appropriate to the
interests of the Department of Clinical Sciences and the College.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Interested
individuals are asked to submit CV, letter of intent, and the
names and addresses of three references to the Chair of
the Search Committee: Professor Julia Felippe. Electronic
applications
are
preferred
(dcschairsearch@cornell.edu).
CONTRACTUALLY LIMITED OPHTHALMOLOGY SPECIALIST
VETERINARIAN, UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH, ON, CANADA
Seeking applications to fill a 7-month, contractually limited
position as an Ophthalmology specialist Veterinarian for the
period February 1, 2011-August 31, 2011. There may be
an opportunity extend this position after August 31, 2011.
Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree, must be
licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in the Province of
Ontario, and should be ACVO Board-Certified or Board-Eligible.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The deadline for applications will be December 31, 2010 or
until a successful candidate has been found. Interested parties
should contact Dr. Sherri Cox, Associate Dean, Administration,
and Chief Operating Officer, Ontario Veterinary College Health
Sciences Centre, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, N1G
2W1 519-824-4120 ext: 54100, Email: coxs@uoguelph.ca
Fax: 519-824-0317 and provide a letter of application, current
curriculum vitae and the names of at least three referees.
INTERNSHIPS
OPHTHALMOLOGY INTERNSHIP POSITION - ANIMAL EYE
CLINIC, NORWALK CT Dr. Marjorie Neaderland is offering an
ophthalmology internship in a multispecialty emergency practice to
start June 2011. The ophthalmology practice sees about 3,000 small
animal appointments and 200 equine appointments annually. There
are 16 general small animal interns in our multispecialty hospital.
The hospital is in Norwalk, CT, a suburban town of about 80,000
people, located in southwestern Connecticut on Long Island Sound.
Dr. Neaderland is interested in training interns who have
completed a small animal or equine internship and are pursuing
an ophthalmology residency. Please contact Dr. Neaderland
by phone, 203-855-1533 or mneaderland@compuserve.com.
FELLOWSHIPS
RESEARCH FELLOW, OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, COLUMBUS,
OH Responsible for a laboratory-based canine posterior lens
capsule opacification study. Must be able to manage the project
with minimum direction. This is a 12-month appointment. Required
Qualifications: DVM or equivalent. Desired Qualifications:
Research experience is desired but not necessary. Preference will
be given to applicants who have either clinical or basic science
research experience.Target Salary: $25,000-30,000 depending on
experience. Interested persons may send their current CV and a
letter of intent to Dr. Heather Chandler at chandler.111@osu.edu.
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ACVO 2011 Dues Renewal
Please take a moment to verify your contact information for the ACVO. Dues renewals are
st
due Jan 31 , 2011 to avoid penalties and to ensure inclusion in the 2011 Directory. You may
also renew online at www.acvo.org. Please print clearly.
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Please let us know the year you were boarded (so we can verify our records): _____________
CONTACT INFORMATION: Up to two addresses will be included in the printed directory. Additional addresses may be
submitted on the back of this form and will be posted on the web site only. (Email and home telephone is never listed in
the public area.)
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Total 2011 Dues: $550.00 ($600.00 after January 31st)
REQUIRED!! Due to the National Privacy Act we need to request your permission to send emails or faxes by
signing the form below. You will only receive information that is ACVO related. Thank you.
Name of person providing consent: ___________________________________________
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PAYMENT REMISSION: Please mail checks to, ACVO, PO Box 1311, Meridian, ID 83680. You may fax credit
payments to 208-466-7693. (You may also renew online at www.acvo.org.) VIN# is optional.
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Thank you for agreeing to participate in the 2011 Service Dog event. Please submit one
registration form for each ophthalmologist participating in your clinic or list doctors’ names
separately. Submit the contact information that you would like to be provided to clients to make
appointments. We will use this data to calculate the total number of participants.
As was done in past years, the client will be forced to register prior to being supplied your contact
information. Once they register they will receive a confirmation with a registration number, they
should be able to bring this document to your clinic on the day of the appointment. Your personal
name will not be made available but the client will call the clinic in general to set the appointment,
which will occur according to your clinic's determination.
Early commitment on your behalf will help us in our promotional efforts. Please register early
when possible!
(*Important note - The date of the event has will take place the entire month of May, effectively
creating the Service Dog Eye Exam “Month”. You may still determine availability as you see fit for
the event, e.g. over one week, one day each week, several 1/2 days scattered throughout the
month, etc. Clients will be informed to contact your clinic for specific dates.)
OPHTHALMOLOGIST INFORMATION - Please submit one form per doctor.
Clinic name: ___________________________________________________________________
Veterinarian: __________________________________________________________________
Street Address: _________________________________________ (where appt will take place)
City: ________________
State: ________________
Zip/Postal Code: ____________
Telephone: _______________________________ (to be provided to client to make appointment)
Email: (optional) ________________________________________________________________
(only if you want clients to make appointments via this method)
Website: (optional) ______________________________________________________________
(for your clinic's promotional purposes)
Questions or concerns, please contact the ACVO office at 208-466-7624 or via email at
office10@acvo.org.
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