Tomo Wiggans attended veterinary school at UC Davis, graduating in 2010. Dr. Wiggans then went on to complete a rotating internship and specialty fellowship at Colorado State University before completing a three-year residency in comparative veterinary ophthalmology at UC Davis. He became a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist and has been practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area since completing his residency.
| 8:00 AM-9:00 AM |
Practical Ocular PharmacologyNeo-Poly-Bac or ofloxacin? Ointment or solution? One drop or two? The wide array of topical ophthalmic drugs (as well as fluctuating costs and availability) can make choosing the best medication for our patients difficult. In this discussion, we will review how ocular anatomy and physiology affect drug selection, some of the recent updates in our understanding of veterinary pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, and the practical aspects of topical ophthalmic drug administration for small animals. |
| 9:10 AM-10:10 AM |
Diagnostic Approach to the ‘Red Eye’“Redness” is a very common but very non-specific presenting complaint for eye disease. The redness observed by pet owners can range from blepharitis to hyphema. In this lecture, we will discuss the examination techniques and diagnostic testing that will best help you to traverse the decision-making process in uncovering the cause for a patient’s “red eye.” |
| 10:25 AM-11:25 AM |
Simplifying the Corneal ExaminationCorneal disease is one of the most common ophthalmic conditions encountered in practice. Noting a general loss of corneal transparency is only the first step in determining that the cornea is abnormal. In this discussion, we will review the anatomic factors allowing for corneal transparency and then break down corneal opacities into basic color schemes to help simplify interpretation, determine the underlying etiology, and guide therapy. |
| 12:25 PM-1:25 PM |
Managing Complicated Corneal UlcersAt best, complicated corneal ulcers can be constantly irritating (for everyone involved). But at worst, they can threaten the integrity of the eye. While some patients may benefit from a change in medications, others will require procedural intervention. In this discussion, we will cover how to use the ophthalmic examination to help determine why an ulcer is not healing, how to adjust treatment plans appropriately, and when referral to an ophthalmologist is indicated. |
| 1:35 PM-2:35 PM |
Nonulcerative Corneal DiseasesIf the cornea looks abnormal but is fluorescein stain negative, what is the next step? Given the various etiologies for nonulcerative corneal disease, the diagnostic evaluation and treatments can vary beyond topical antibiotics and anti-inflammatories; in some cases, abnormalities can simply be monitored. This discussion will cover how to identify and manage common nonulcerative corneal diseases, as well as provide the latest updates from the veterinary literature. |
| 2:45 PM-3:45 PM |
Feline Ophthalmology, Ocular Surface DiseaseOcular surface disease in cats can go beyond just herpesvirus, and many diseases affecting the cornea are unique to the species. Similarly, the topical eye medications considerations in cats are sometimes different than in dogs. In this lecture, we will cover the various manifestations of surface diseases in cats and how they are diagnosed, as well as their management options. |
