Keeping an Eye on the Diabetic Patient (NYV 2024)

In this lecture, Dr. Reinstein will review diabetic cataract formation and the associated complications of uveitis, secondary glaucoma, and corneal disease. Proper management of these conditions using a medical protocol will be presented. Cataract surgery will be briefly discussed.

• To understand the pathogenesis for diabetic cataract formation in dogs.
• To be able to recognize diabetic cataract and to determine if lens-induced uveitis is present.
• To formulate a proper treatment plan including referral for cataract surgery.
• To properly educate owners on the condition, and provide counselling for long term management and possible complications.

Ophthalmology

Presented by Shelby Reinstein, Veterinary Ophthalmologist, Owner - Vet Vision Center

Presented at New York Vet 2024

Please note this session is not RACE-approved but you can still earn a CE certificate.