About the Author
Pam graduated from Purdue University’s veterinary technology program in 1997 and has been employed at Purdue University ever since, first in the small animal intensive care unit and then in the veterinary ophthalmology department. She is now the veterinary hospital lead ophthalmology nurse. Pam’s special interests include large animal ophthalmology, ocular imaging, and surgery. She also enjoys teaching veterinary and veterinary nursing students in person and online. Pam has served on the executive board of the Veterinary Ophthalmic Technician Society and been a charter member, secretary, and president-elect of the Academy of Veterinary Ophthalmic Technicians (AVOT). She is currently president of the AVOT. Pam has spoken at local, state, and national conferences. She enjoys continuing to learn about veterinary ophthalmic nursing.
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Ophthalmology
Managing Canine Corneal Ulcers
This review examines corneal anatomy and physiology, basic classifications of corneal ulcers, what owners need to know about caring for dogs with ulcers, and monitoring patients with corneal ulcers.
Ophthalmology
Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome: An Overview
Sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome (SARDS) is a permanently blinding disease that occurs suddenly.