Who We Are
We are a privately owned, progressive veterinary ophthalmology practice offering comprehensive evaluations, advanced diagnostics (ERG, Gonioscopy, Ocular Ultrasound, etc.) and both medical and surgical therapies (Ciliary Body Ablation, Cryoepilation, Phacoemulsfications, etc.) for our patients. Established in 2013, Integrative Ophthalmology for Pets started out by renting space from various general practice animal clinics in order to have room for exams. As our clientele grew, so did our company. We have moved from renting exam rooms to having our own location near the heart of the Mid-Wilshire district.
Our services include a wide range of integrative therapies, mixing Eastern and Western medical recommendations for our patients. We also promote general ocular wellness and food therapy based on Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM).
Our Mission Statement
To create a balanced and preventative ocular health care plan based on a thorough ophthalmic examination and recognition of each patient as a whole and unique individual.
We intend to reinforce our commitment daily by:
- Honoring the relationship between our clients and their pets
- Providing the highest quality ophthalmic care and actively engaging clients in their pet’s health care treatment plan
- Promoting education about veterinary ophthalmology and preventative care
- Integrating conventional (‘Western’) and complementary (‘Eastern’) therapies when indicated and appropriate
- Cultivating a positive atmosphere and always maintaining our integrity
Wow! (I am late on the review and first time yelping) This place is beyond words! I am soo impressed. I have had my shih tux for 6 years and she got a bad case of cataracts. I wasn't nor did I do my research on time and unfortunately she developed glaucoma. Her first eye was removed by Eye care for animals in Culver City (terrible stupid place) and I was worried and scared to put my dog through that place again so I found this place. Wow! Dr. Park is such a wonderful loving person and her staff. Her entire staff had this warm compassion vibe. It's very relaxing and mellow place even for myself! U walk in here and have to realize to RELAX bc we LA ppl r soo in tune with fast pace crap. Anyways , my pup got her second eye (last eye) removed here and my point is Dr. Park is awesome. What a blessing to have my fur baby taken care of here. Doctor helped me to my car and everything. Wonderful. We love u guys! Been through a lot but my little girl is happy at home and finally on a new routine. No eyes but she's definitely is a survivor and sassy little thing! Love you guys and thank you.
Josefina G.3/01/2020I can't begin to thank doctor park enough for her amazing care with my sassy shihtzu. Two weeks ago my dog developed what I thought was cataracts on his eye. Our primary vet suggested we see an eye specialist ASAP. With an extensive amount of research for the best care, I found doctor park via yelp. I emailed doctor park on a SUNDAY and she got back to immediately. She helped me schedule an appointment and answered all my questions to help prepare for my pups exam. Day of exam : I arrived early for my appointment. Dr. Park came out to greet me personally and apologized for making me wait. (Even though I'm the one that came early,she still apologized for having me wait ) She is SOO patient, kind and knowledgeable. My dog is extremely rowdy when dealing with strangers. But she took her time to carefully examine him even when he was trying to eat her fingers. Thank you doctor park !! You are amazing !!
Lesly N.7/31/2017It's been a few months since I first saw the cloudiness in my dogs eye and it's been about a little over a week since I noticed her eye really bothering her. I decided to take my dog to the vet and the doctor recommended I see an ophthalmologist so right away I went on Yelp and found Dr. Park. Integrative ophthalmology was amazing, clean and extremely informative. I'm so happy I found Dr. Park and the veterinary technicians that helped with my anxious pup. The initial exam is extremely efficient while also making sure my baby was comfortable or at least as comfortable as she could be. They sent me home with the right meds and everything I need to do to make her eye feel and get better. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to help their pets eyes and I'm so grateful I found Dr. Park. Going back for a follow u in 3 weeks!
Gabby F.9/11/2019Dr. Park is absolutely fantastic! Seriously, she's more thorough, knowledgable and caring than most people doctors I have been to. I have an older pug that developed extremely sudden cataracts due to her diabetes. I found Dr. Park on a veterinary ophthalmology site and took a chance giving her a ring and I'm so glad I did. She was able to fit me in right away and took the time to talk to me about my dog's health and ask me questions over the phone, after the phone conversations she sent me new patients forms to fill out before our arrival that even asked about my dog's personality and temperament.The first appointment went smoothly, we were seen right away with no wait at all. Dr. Park did a thorough examination and explained to us every option available, she was very understandable of our finances and did not try to push the expensive surgery option on us at all. At the end of the exam she even gave us lists and suggestions of food we might try to incorporate into my dog's diet that would be good for her specific health issues. Later that day we were very pleasantly surprised to get a summary email that she had taken the time to write up with everything we had discussed in the appointment.Unfortunately, my dog managed to scratch her eye pretty badly after her first appointment and we have been back to see Dr. Park three more times. She has always made herself readily available and responds quickly to any and all questions or concerns we have. If your pet has any eye issues, she is definitely the doctor to go see!
Jackie T.2/16/2016I was blessed to find Dr. Park for my dog's eye problem. She was so knowledgeable, kind and professional. I would recommend her to anyone needing an expert!
Candace Culp1/20/2020Really a wonderful and compassionate doctor and staff. They took a lot of time to answer all of my questions and treated my dog Domino with kindness and love for his exam. Unfortunately Domino has SARDS, a condition that is not really yet understood by Vets anywhere, so there isn't really much to be done for Dom aside from experimental treatments. Again, they took me through all of the various options and gave me a realistic prognosis and did it all very very kindly. If your pet has eye issues I highly recommend Dr Park Dorner and her staff. I wish all the doctors me & my dogs see could be like this.
Chauncey G.10/25/2021Can't be more thankful to have found Dr. park and her staff as they made this gut wrenching situation easier for me to handle and deal with.The whole process was nothing but smooth sailing with my Shih Tzu having an unexpected allergic reaction to the Lidocaine but these guys provided stellar aftercare of him AND me (a typical hysterical freaking out mommie).1. Their office is super clean, high tech and well stocked regardless of the size (which happens to be also located in a super cute location).2. The doctor has an awesome demeanor that exudes her genuine love for animals, and explains everything thoroughly in plain English. She's gentle when handling your pet and very knowledgeable!3. The staff are super friendly and personable (although my dog wasn't too fond of the tech after the procedure, but can you blame him?)4. They're totally fair and honest with their prices and billing practices.5. They were above and beyond my expectations in keeping communication easy since it didn't matter if it was weekend, holiday or outside of normal business hours! Thank you Dr Park, Elias, and Melissa! You guys are the best!!
Suzie K.1/23/2018Our basset hound had a blocked tear duct that required surgery. We compared prices, services and chose this location because for a slight upcharge the services were more significant and required less recovery time. I liked the surgeon, who explained all of the procedure and care after the surgery.The kicker is the when all was said and done, they have me a bill that was significantly less than my initial estimate. So I got a higher quality of service from a specialist for less than their competitor?? Sign me up.
Alex M.7/28/2019Dr. Park is amazing. She helped us through a very scary moment with incredible kindness and support and I am so, so grateful. Our baby, Tin Tin, showed signs of a small cloud over his eye so we went to the vet. His eye pressure was elevated in both eyes and he was diagnosed with glaucoma. We were given drops and advised that we see a specialist to identify the underlying cause and determine next steps. Unfortunately, that was Saturday at 4pm, and no specialists are available on Sundays. I thought maybe we could wait until the following week for an appointment, but in the middle of the night the cloud in Tin Tin's eye expanded and his eyeball became slightly enlarged. He started pawing at it and I could tell he was in pain. I gave him another eye drop to relieve the pressure and then early in the morning I tried to call many specialists to see if I could get an emergency appointment. Dr. Park was the only one who took the time to call me back.Dr. Park was so unbelievably understanding on the phone, she immediately put me at ease. I apologized for bothering her on the weekend and she said "That's okay; he doesn't know it's Sunday!" Phew. She patiently listened to my concerns and then said she'd make time to meet me that afternoon. The same day! On a Sunday! The soonest I had secured was a Tuesday appointment at another clinic, but with glaucoma, time is of the essence and I didn't want to risk my pup's vision over a delay. Dr. Park has an unbelievable bedside manner. Tin Tin is very high anxiety at the vet and after going to our regular vet the day before he definitely didn't want to be inspected again. Dr. Park used acupressure and really sweet language with him to calm him down. I also love that she had a blanket on the usually cold, metal table. I had brought in my own blanket for Tin Tin to stand on, but it wasn't necessary since Dr. Park had one already. She clearly anticipates dogs' needs by making the table soft and warm to reduce stress. I love that attention to detail and consideration of the animals. I was also impressed by how she handled Tin Tin, who despite being only 14 lbs, can be quite the thrasher. She was still tender with him and relaxed him by speaking to him the whole time. She was so capable and assured we felt comforted too.Dr. Park ran a battery of tests and explained each of their purposes as we went through them. She was competent, knowledgeable, and great at translating complex topics about the potential glaucoma or other possible illnesses that could be playing a part into laymen's terms. She answered all of our questions and made us feel heard.When it came time to prescribing medications she made a detailed instructions list for reference and then showed us how to apply each ointment or drop. Her tips and tricks have made administration of the medicines on our own much easier. She also gave us a complimentary eye wash and ointment as part of her wellness package that were unexpected and thoughtful. This whole ordeal made me wonder why we don't hear more about how dangerous glaucoma is so we can better spot symptoms, especially since nearly all cases result in blindness and many result in eventual removal of the eye itself. I asked Dr. Park about why there are no preventative measures taken such as annual glaucoma tests for dogs like humans have when they visit the optometrist. But Dr. Park was one step ahead yet again -- she excitedly shared that she had developed her own preventative wellness program! For a very affordable $60 she'll see your pup and examine his or her eyes to spot early signs of disease before they become real problems. I'm definitely going to do this with my other dog, who is a senior and starting to show some signs of age.By the time we finished, I felt so relieved. Dr. Park empowered us to handle Tin Tin's situation, whether it is glaucoma or something else. I also really appreciated that she didn't rush the exam even though we did call her in for an emergency visit on a Sunday. She took her time with us and made us feel totally attended to. After all that care, Dr. Park followed up again via email with a summary of Tin Tin's test results. She's so thorough! I always keep the pups' medical records so I was glad she sent them to me for reference. Tin Tin truly got the best care with Dr. Park, which is exactly what he deserves. We'll do a follow up appointment in one month to check the status of his eye as well as to learn more about natural eye therapies such as Chinese herbs and supplements that may help keep his eyes healthy and vision intact. I'm looking forward to that lesson.
Jaya B.3/14/2016Dr. Park and her staff are great! Dr. Park took the time to do a thorough examination of my senior dog, Alfie. She also took the time to explain every aspect of her findings. I also received very detailed exam notes that also included diet recommendations to help his eyesight. I was very impressed and so happy that I found her. We are continuing therapy on Alfie and his eyes are sooooo much better!!!! Very thankful. I definitely recommend her.
Ricardo Z.6/20/2018Dr. Park is wonderful, extremely caring, and amazing at what she does. My dog, Jake, has been to her twice. Once for preventive and a second time because he had green stuff coming out his one eye. I highly recommend going to see her for the wellness preventive exam. It's very decently priced and she goes over the eyes and how to take care of them (and she foresees any future problems-- so it actually saves you money in the long run.)Both times, Dr. Park spends the time to answer all my questions and she is very thorough. She has a background in Eastern medicine so she gives amazing food advice as well.
A S.4/26/2016Dr. Park is AMAZING! She is the sweetest, most informative vet we have taken our pet too. I first called her up for basic information about entropion eye surgery, as we thought our pet was going to be needing it, and much to my surprise she was the one that actually answered the phone! She was very sweet and informative over the phone about what entropion meant and asked to know more about my pup, which made me feel so much more comfortable with the process. I knew right then and there that that was the kind of vet we wanted our little Rosie to. Making an appointment with her was very easy! It was clear she knew exactly what she was doing and what was best for our girl. Our little one is timid, but was able to relax during the intrusive eye exams. We were so proud!Dr. Park is the best out there! All the reviews speak for her demeanor and talent! Love her and her work.
Denise M.1/17/2018Dr Park is a wonderful vet who specializes in eye care. My husky is almost 100% blind from cataracts and she helps us maintain what little sight he has while we try to raise the money for cataract surgery. Her new office is light and clean and she is always easy to talk with about any eye problems. I highly recommend her!
Jan W.8/23/2018Dr. Park is phenomenal! My dog had progressive eye irritation that just kept getting worse. We took her to the regular vet twice before they told us to see an eyes specialist. Dr. Park was able to see us within a couple days and knew what the problem was immediately. She guided us through some more conservative measures and then some stronger medication. She checked in with us via phone and email throughout the process and was always willing to answer questions. It was such a relief to know that our dog was in good hands. Our pup is as good as new now, and we have Dr. Park to thank. I can't recommend her enough!
Lindsay B.3/30/2018Dr Park and her staff were excellent. Very calm and reassuring. Very thorough. It really seemed like they are honestly invested in the animals well-being. The office is clean and welcoming. Dr Park took the time to fully explain everything that was going on, and the coming procedure in language that I could understand. I can't tell you how much that helped. Alleviated a lot of the fear and dread associated with the problem, and let me truly concentrate on how to get my girl well again. The prices are not cheap, but this is a specialist practice, so I wasn't expecting a bargain. I think the prices are fair, and the extra steps taken make it very much worth the money you are spending. They accept CareCredit, so that helps a lot. I would highly recommend IOP to anyone that cares deeply about their pet. I will be posting a follow-up when the procedure is done.
Jaimes M.10/05/2019Can't be more thankful to have found Dr. park and her staff as they made this gut wrenching situation easier for me to handle and deal with.The whole process was nothing but smooth sailing with my Shih Tzu having an unexpected allergic reaction to the Lidocaine but these guys provided stellar aftercare of him AND me (a typical hysterical freaking out mommie).1. Their office is super clean, high tech and well stocked regardless of the size (which happens to be also located in a super cute location).2. The doctor has an awesome demeanor that exudes her genuine love for animals, and explains everything thoroughly in plain English. She's gentle when handling your pet and very knowledgeable!3. The staff are super friendly and personable (although my dog wasn't too fond of the tech after the procedure, but can you blame him?)4. They're totally fair and honest with their prices and billing practices.5. They were above and beyond my expectations in keeping communication easy since it didn't matter if it was weekend, holiday or outside of normal business hours! Thank you Dr Park, Elias, and Melissa! You guys are the best!!
Suzie K.3/21/2022I can only say that I wish my Ophthalmologist would treat me like this Doctor takes care of my Havanese. I found Dr. Park through diligent research on the internet. Getting in touch with her and listening to her approach truly impreseseed me. Doctor spent a good amount of time going through my boy's general health and then a very in depth exam of his eyes. I was concerned at near 14 years of age that the slight haze was the dreaded cataracts. Dr. Park then explained every detail of the ageing process for his specific eyes, and she assured me that everything was about normal. No fancy drugs, just some very sound eye health and preventive maintenance. She even supplied me with really excellent eye cleaning remedies that you have right at home. Dr. Nancy Park is a true gift the animal community.
Douglas C.7/06/2017Dr. Park is amazing! After going to two different specialists who were very pricey and were basically experimenting on my cat, I found Intergrative Ophthalmology, which is decently priced and incomparable in service to the other two Specialists.From the very first appointment, Dr. Park was very thorough in her examination and explanation to us. She was very supportive and made us feel very comfortable with her level of knowledge and services. We came in very concerned about my cat's Uveitis as it had spread to both of his eyes. Dr. Park followed up consistently with us and was always very responsive to our emails and texts. She answered all of our questions, and has gone above and beyond our expectations.
Abigail G.6/23/2016This review is long overdue...., Dr. Park is the best at what she does!!!!!!!!! This is how visiting the vet should be like. When you find a good vet, you hold on to them and remember them because the really good ones are so hard to find. There are so many bad ones out there.I absolutely love and adore Dr. Park for how she treats and looks after my dogs. She is the ultimate professional. I only just wish that she offered other veterinary services.
Ephu B.8/08/2022My dog came in back in February. The office is clean, staff were all very nice and attentive. Dr. Park did the consultation exam, was given the option to treat his eye or remove it, considering he was blind and there was no saving any eyesight. I chose to have the globe removed. They do operations on Wednesday's only, I was nervous for him but they were very reassuring, he got to go home the same day, it does look bruised after surgery. After a week he was back to normal and after 2 weeks bruising went away. It had healed very good. Dr. Park did a fabulous job. If anybody ever has issues with their pets eyes, I recommend going here.
Monika G.3/31/2020This review is being written on 4/23/21.Dr. Park and her staff are fantastic. After getting a strong recommendation from another patient's owner, this was the first visit for our 3-year old Winnie. We were worried that he may have suffered an eye injury and wanted the peace of mind of a thorough eye examination.The registration process online was very easy, and the gentleman at the front desk (Joe) was most helpful and accommodating. Winnie and I showed up for his appointment, and all of the COVID safety protocols were followed. I'm vaccinated and don't have any concerns about COVID, but if I did, they would have been quickly put to rest by the clear directions and the procedures followed by Dr. Park's team. On to the visit.... Dr. Park called me while she was examining Winnie. Fortunately, she found nothing major with which to be concerned. She is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, thorough, and CARING!! It was obvious that she considers not just the eyes, but the overall health of the animals she treats...a truly holistic approach. I was very impressed by her professionalism and detailed explanations of every procedure, finding, and numerous tips to keep in mind in keeping our furry friend healthy for the long term. Final point: Dr. Park's staff's concern and love for animals is obvious and very comforting. Especially for the first visit, you're leaving your beloved pet in the hands of strangers with a large degree of trust, and also don't want your pet to be anxious. I was very reassured by the way the team treated Winnie and made him feel comfortable. Huge relief.If I could give Dr. Park and her team 15 stars out of 10, they would deserve them all. Winnie will be back for his routine eye checkups! Thanks to all. Fabulous experience.David
Eddie E.4/23/2021Dr. Nancy Park is an angel on earth! I woke up one morning to find my Boston Terrier with very red eyes. He is prone to allergies and swims in the pool a lot, so I figured I'd keep an eye on him but wasn't too worried. Two hours later one of his eyes was a cloudy white color. I immediately rushed him to my vet. After doing a pressure test and determining he had an anterior lens luxation, my vet recommended I take him to an ophthalmologist ASAP. She gave me the names of three specialists and steroid/ antibiotic eye drops for the meantime. After calling the "highly recommended" specialists and not liking the 1- 2 week wait time or the fact that one required a credit card number to hold the appointment, I decided to take to Yelp and find another Doctor who could help my Reggie immediately. I figured .... I'm in Los Angeles. I know I can find better care. I found Dr. Park online. When I called, she spoke to me about my Boston Terrier... (apparently they're prone to eye emergencies) and she made time to see me later that day. I feel so lucky to have found her. She was able to do a procedure called couching which saved the vision in his eye. We also left with a ton of eye drops and diet recommendations. In addition to Western medicine, Dr. Park also uses Eastern medicine approaches to help the body with various ailments. She was a wealth of knowledge and took the time to teach me what was wrong, what is normal, how things work, and what to look for in the future. I could not have asked for a better doctor. Dr. Park has been Reggie's eye specialist for a month. I have seen her twice and have stayed in contact with her (via phone) when issues arose. Just this week, his medication needed adjusting after we tried lowering the dosage. Unfortunately he's back up to his old dose. Which is fine with me! I'm just happy he's happy, healthy, and can see! Oh did I mention Reggie has glaucoma? It's a life long diagnosis, and I feel like the luckiest person in the world to have found Dr. Park...as she will be his specialist for the rest of his life. She makes me look like the best doggie parent in the world.. She's that amazing and provides the best of care. I wish she could be my doctor! I could go on and on about how lucky I am to have found her, but Reggie is the lucky one. In short: Dr. Park is kind, thorough, affordable, up front (she gave me initial prices over the phone...as I had no idea what to expect since I had never taken a pet to an eye doctor). She's available by phone and email, and makes certain that I understand the treatment/ management plan. I highly recommend her.
Miss D.9/20/2015Dr. Nancy Park is a brilliant ophthalmologist for dogs. She is the best. My 14 yr old Pekingese has had chronic eye ulcers and he hates to have his eyes examined. This time his ulcers were in both eyes and very seriously threatened his sight. He gets very angry and difficult to examine. I was so impressed with Dr. Park's calm manner and professional eye exam .She was not the least bit intimidated by my dog's yapping and she was able to finish her exam. She explained to me exactly what she found and gave me very specific instructions on how to keep my little Gizmo from getting scratches in his corneas again She even gave me all natural treats for "calming" and relaxing my dog to help me with putting the drops in his eyes. She even addressed his diet and what changes I should make in his diet to improve his eyesight. Dr. Park is awesome and I think the best ophthalmologist in town. I highly recommend her for your dogs eye problems and health.
Helaine R.6/11/2019The vet has some concerns with the eyes of our soon-to-be 13 year old dog. After debating taking her to a specialist and researching ophthalmologist options, I was not only convinced to make an appointment for her, but felt like I had found the perfect place to take my little girl and I was right! The paperwork you fill out online prior to the appointment is very thorough, which to me signaled that they cared about her diet, environment, and medical background. Since the appointment was during Covid, they had the amazing option for me to join her exam via Zoom from my vehicle so the doctor could walk me through everything and answer my questions along the way. It was an amazing experience - from the clear instructions to passing her off, getting connected, and following along during the exam with the comprehensive folder they provided that included information to review while they were getting set up, a detailed eye chart for me to review exactly what the doctor was discussing, a note pad and pen for me to write down any questions or information provided to me, and post-exam information. The vet tech re-connected via Zoom after the exam to further discuss medication options, follow up appointments, etc. They were very patient with my dog throughout the exam and with me by answering questions I had throughout the process. I really appreciated the attention given to both me as the caretaker and of my dog before, during, and after the appointment. I loved that there were medicinal and more natural approaches discussed, that I was provided options for her care, and that other factors such as diet were discussed as well. She goes back in a couple of days for her follow up. I've been very excited to see how well she has reacted to treatments for what turned out to be a diagnosis of dry eyes. I'm so glad I took her in - she is in excellent hands with the team here!
Elizabeth W.3/03/2021