Vanessa J. Kuonen Cavens, DVM, MS, DACVO

Dr. KuonenVanessa J. Kuonen Cavens, DVM, MS, DACVO, is an Ophthalmologist at MedVet Cincinnati and has been on staff since 2008.

In her practice of ophthalmology, Dr. Kuonen Cavens maintains an emphasis on communication and enjoys educating clients and veterinarians on the options available to restore and maintain vision in animals.

Her work has been published internationally in peer-reviewed journals, including Veterinary Ophthalmology and Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science. She has lectured on veterinary ophthalmology at the Midwest Veterinary Conference.

Dr. Kuonen Cavens was awarded the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) 2004 Foundation research grant award for her work, “The long-term effects of semiconductor diode laser transscleral cyclophotocoagulation on the normal equine eye and intraocular pressure”.

In addition to her work at MedVet, Dr. Kuonen Cavens volunteers through the ACVO and the Cincinnati Veterinary Medical Association, to provide ocular examinations for service/therapy dogs and police dogs. She also volunteers for Raptor Rescue.

Dr. Kuonen Cavens' Background:

  • Veterinary School: Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas
  • Masters of Science: Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas
  • Internship: The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Columbus, Ohio
  • Residency: The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Columbus, Ohio
  • Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists

Selected Professional Memberships and Organizations:

  • Cincinnati Veterinary Medical Association, Board Member
  • American Veterinary Medical Association
  • Ohio Veterinary Medical Association

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