Optivisor Binocular Magnifier

Magnification is essential for many diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in ophthalmology. Not every examination requires a slit lamp. Neither does every surgery need an operating microscope. Once you reach about age 40, magnification becomes a way of life. The Optivisor fills the need for a simple binocular loupe that is easy to get on and off and requires no adjusting. The lens is optical glass, yet the unit is inexpensive. It fits right over your prescription glasses. The unit VOS recommends gives a magnification of 2 ½ X at a focal length of 8 inches.

Price $39         

Optivisor Light

This diagnostic light is a new addition to the Optivisor line, and is becoming very popular. It is lightweight and clips right on to the Optivisor. It runs on AA batteries that power a xenon laser beam light that is amazingly bright and easy to focus. It has been especially popular with veterinarians in mixed and large animal practices where area lighting is variable. Battery life is 5 to 6 hours.

Price $24         

Glass Rods

 We refer to the glass rod as “The poor man’s tonometer”. It is not meant to compete with the Tonopen, the world’s best electronic tonometer. The technique that utilizes the rod will, however, allow you to rapidly assess the intraocular pressure. With a little practice, you will know whether the IOP is normal, low, or elevated. Dr. Bryan has taught this technique to students for many years. A detailed description of the procedure is enclosed with the rods.

The packs contain two rods and a ballpoint pen. When the pen cartridge is removed, the pen casing makes a perfect holder for a rod, whether it is kept in a drawer or a pocket.

Packet of two with pen holder
Price $14

Third Eyelid Forceps

Looking under our patient’s third eyelids is an important part of every external eye exam. The stainless steel Von Graefe fixation forceps, with 5 X 6 teeth and no clasp is a proven favorite for this procedure. The blunted teeth hold without tearing and the angle of the smooth head allows it to be slipped over the cornea without scratching. These forceps are primarily for small animal use.

Price $78

Lacrimal Cannula

This reinforced #33 gauge lacrimal cannula was developed for use in people. They work equally well in the dog, and yes,  even the cat. The tip is malleable and blunt to help reduce trauma to the lacrimal duct.

Price $33

Micro Alligator Forceps

Fine stainless steel forceps, only .6 mm in diameter. Perfect for exploring naso-lacrimal ducts and for intraocular use. Dr. Bryan uses them routinely to remove lens fragments during cataract extractions in horses.

Price $285

Equine Eyelid Speculum

Classically designed heavy duty stainless steel eyelid speculum for use in large animals.

Price $300

Franklin-Style Goniolens (with flange)

 
This new style of the most popular goniolens ever used in veterinary ophthalmology was made even better in 2005. The lens is PMMA, a hard polymer that gives excellent optical clarity, and the flange is a heavy duty flexible silicone rubber. Replacement flanges may be purchased separately

Price $235
(with flange)