Veterinary Ophthalmology Services in Ann Arbor, MI
Our veterinary ophthalmologists treat eye conditions in pets that affect their view of the world. We use special tools to examine your pet’s eyes and diagnose any condition that may obstruct vision or cause pain. In collaboration with your pet’s primary veterinarian, we discuss potential treatment options for your pet – with the goal of providing the best vision and quality of life possible.
How We Can Help
Conditions we treat
- Cataracts/Lens removal
- Cherry Eye
- Conjunctivitis/“Pink eye”
- Corneal ulcer/scratch
- Corneal sequestrum
- Dry Eye/Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Distichiasis
- Ectopic cilia
- Entropion
- Eyelid masses/neoplasms
- Glaucoma
- Intraocular tumor
- Lens luxation
- Retinal detachment
- Retrobulbar disease (infection or mass behind the eye)
- Uveitis/Inflammation of the eye
Services we offer:
Advanced diagnostics
- Blepharoplasty for entropion or ectropion
- Eyelid mass removal
- Keratectomy
- Repair of corneal lacerations and corneal foreign body removal
- Conjunctival graft, phacoemulsification (cataract surgery)
- Ectopic cilia removal
- Distichia removal
- Third eyelid gland prolapse repair (“cherry eye”)
- Scrolled third eyelid repair
- Diamond burr debridement for indolent ulcers
- Ciliary body ablation
- Enucleation
- Evisceration
- Glaucoma surgery
- OFA exams of breeding animals
Treatments
- Internal and external examination of the eye through slit-lamp biomicroscopy
- Electroretinography (ERG) to test retinal function
- Coppler blood pressure
- Fluorescein dye testing for identifying corneal ulcers
- Schirmer Tear Test for measurement of tear production
- Tonometry, which measures eye pressure
Meet Our Board-Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist
Megan Cullen DVM, MS, DACVO
Dr. Megan Cullen’s clinical interests include corneal disease, feline surface ocular disease, corrective eyelid surgery and cataract surgery.
Education
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
- Master of Science, Veterinary Biomedical Sciences, Kansas State University, Manhattan
- Resident, Ophthalmology, Kansas State University, Manhattan
- Internship, Ophthalmology, Kansas State University, Manhattan
- Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Veterinary Specialty Hospital of the Carolinas, Cary, NC
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, North Carolina State University, Raleigh
- Bachelor of Science, Biology, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC
Off Duty
Dr. Cullen has two wonderful cats, Zyras and Tuna, and a 19-year-old mare named Grace who is a pasture potato. Her partner is an entomologist at the University of Michigan and they love hiking and enjoying the outdoors together. Additionally, Dr. Cullen is an avid runner and is very much looking forward to getting back into competitive horse riding (eventing).
Making an Appointment with Dr. Cullen
Our ophthalmology team is available by appointment with or without a referral from your pet's primary veterinarian.
Here is what to expect before, during and after your first visit:
- An initial appointment can be made by calling the hospital directly or via a referral from your pet's primary vet.
- When you arrive, our team will do an exam and additional diagnostics as needed.
- We will discuss your pet's diagnosis and condition thoroughly in person. You will have an opportunity to ask as many questions as needed.
- Our team will provide a detailed treatment plan, along with discharge instructions and recommended medications. A recheck appointment will be scheduled, and you’ll be advised of symptoms to watch for at home.
- Our team is available by email or phone for any concerns or follow-up questions after your visit.
