Building the Future of Veterinary Eye Care, Together
AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group is uniting the nation's leading veterinary ophthalmologists within a specialty-exclusive network built to advance eye care, protect clinical independence, and strengthen your career.
Specialty-Exclusive Ophthalmology Network
Veterinary eye care isn't an add-on to an ER or GP group, it's a specialty that demands its own dedicated infrastructure. AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group was built from the ground up for board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists, by the same team that created the nation's largest veterinary dermatology network. That singular focus means every resource, from surgical equipment to operational support, is designed around the unique demands of outpatient ophthalmic medicine. You practice medicine your way, with a partner whose only priority is helping veterinary ophthalmology thrive.
What Joining AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group Means for You
The support you need to practice at the top of your specialty, build the career you want, and focus on what matters most, your patients.
Clinical Autonomy
Your patients, your protocols, your professional judgment. AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group protects full clinical independence so you can practice ophthalmology the way you were trained, without corporate mandates dictating how you deliver care.
Operational Support
From staffing and scheduling to billing, compliance, and vendor negotiations, our experienced operations team handles the business side so you can spend more time in the exam room, not behind a desk.
Peer Collaboration
Gain immediate access to a network of board-certified ophthalmologists for case consultations, second opinions, and clinical discussion. The days of practicing in isolation are over.
Competitive Compensation
Industry-leading compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and equity structures designed to reward your expertise and long-term commitment to the specialty.
Growth & Mentorship
Whether you're expanding your own clinical skills, AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group invests in CE, leadership development, and mentorship at every career stage.
Work-Life Balance
No emergency on-call. Our outpatient-exclusive model means you practice scheduled specialty medicine, giving you the predictability to build a sustainable career and a fulfilling life outside the clinic.
A Legacy of Innovation in Veterinary Ophthalmology
- Pioneering phacoemulsification (ultrasonic cataract removal) techniques adapted for veterinary patients
- Early adoption of electroretinography (ERG) for pre-surgical retinal assessment in companion animals
- Advancing endolaser and transscleral cyclophotocoagulation (TSCP) protocols for veterinary glaucoma management
- Contributing to breed-specific inherited eye disease research in partnership with OFA CAER and ACVO genetics committees
- Developing outpatient microsurgical suites purpose-built for ophthalmic procedures
How AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group Elevates the Quality of Care
Advanced Diagnostics & Surgical Technology
From high-resolution ocular ultrasound and optical coherence tomography (OCT) to state-of-the-art phacoemulsification and laser systems, AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group invests in the equipment ophthalmologists need to deliver gold-standard outcomes.
Clinical Research & Innovation
Our network creates the scale and collaboration needed to advance ophthalmic research, from inherited eye disease genetics to novel surgical techniques, accelerating breakthroughs that benefit patients everywhere.
Referral Network & Collaboration
As part of the AOSN ecosystem, our ophthalmologists benefit from cross-specialty referral pathways with dermatology, oncology, dentistry, and more, delivering comprehensive outpatient care for complex, multi-system cases.
Benefits for the People Who Take Care of Pets
AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group specialists and staff receive comprehensive benefits that reflect the value of the work they do, because great patient care starts with taking care of our people.
Hear from Our Specialists
What our partners and associates say about life at AOSN.
"It doesn't feel like I joined AOSN, it feels like my TEAM did. I'm very thankful for the enhanced benefits and all the ways this group takes care of my team."
"I love the camaraderie of the group and learning from the most brilliant and hardest-working veterinary specialists in our field. I am inspired by them and their example keeps me motivated to continue learning, growing, and teaching."
"Partnering was one of the largest decisions of my life, and I wasn't going to do it if it wasn't going to be right. I have been really impressed with the caliber of content and collaboration with the best specialists in the nation."
"With such a wide network of specialists you have so much support beyond your own clinic with cases and advice. There are also options to be involved in leadership, business, research, speaking, training, etc. If you have passions outside of the clinic. To feel supported as a clinician in a large specialty company is special."
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How We're Growing the Specialty
Our growth strategy is built for the long term, a specialty-first approach that strengthens veterinary ophthalmology from every angle.
Partner with Hospitals
We partner with independently owned ophthalmology practices ready for the next chapter, providing operational resources, stability, and growth while preserving clinical culture.
Recruit Specialists
We actively recruit board-certified ophthalmologists (ACVO Diplomates) and specialty-trained technicians who want to practice in a network that prioritizes their craft.
Build New Hospitals
In underserved markets, we build de novo ophthalmology practices from the ground up, purpose-designed surgical suites, modern diagnostic capabilities, and patient-first clinic flow.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Find your place in the Animal Ophthalmology Group family.
Let's Start a Conversation
Curious about partnership? Whether you're a solo practitioner, a multi-doctor practice, or exploring your options for the first time, we'd love to hear about your goals and share how AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group can help.
Join the AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group Team
We're actively recruiting board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists and specialty-trained support staff. Explore open positions across the country.
Let's Talk About Your Future With AOSN’s Ophthalmology Specialty Group
Whether you're a practice owner exploring partnership, an ophthalmologist considering your next career move, or a referring veterinarian looking to connect your patients with specialty eye care, we're here to help.
