Bio:

Dr. Michelle Barboza is an associate veterinarian at Staples Animal

Hospital in London, Ontario, with a dedicated focus on ophthalmology.

A graduate of the University of Santo Amaro (UNISA), Dr. Barboza went on

to complete both a Master’s (2010) and Doctorate (2015) in veterinary

ophthalmology at the University of São Paulo (FMVZ-USP). She has worked

exclusively in the field since 2011, gaining extensive experience in ocular

diagnostics and surgery while practicing in Brazil.

She is board-eligible in Brazil and South America and is in the final stages

of certification with the Latin American College of Veterinary

Ophthalmologists (CLOVE). Dr. Barboza is also a member of the

International Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ISVO) and the British

Association of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (BrAVO)

Synopsis:

Feline herpesvirus infection is a familiar diagnosis in everyday practice. But

when ocular disease persists despite antiviral therapy, is the virus really

still the culprit? This lecture will guide practitioners through the transition

from active herpetic infection to metaherpetic disease, when viral

replication has subsided, but the cornea continues to suffer the

consequences. Through practical case examples, we’ll explore diagnostic

clues, treatment decisions, and therapeutic interventions to determine

when to prioritize antivirals, lubrication, anti-inflammatories, or surgical

intervention. From classic dendritic ulcers to non-healing erosions and

corneal sequestra, attendees will gain clarity to better recognize when a

squinty cat needs antivirals, tears, steroids or simply time.

Dr. Michelle Barboza is an associate veterinarian at Staples Animal Hospital.