WEST COAST ANIMAL EYE CARE IS A LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED PRACTICE OFFERING SPECIALIZED VETERINARY EYE CARE TO CLIENTS ACROSS VANCOUVER ISLAND AND THE LOWER MAINLAND.
West Coast Animal Eye Care focuses on vision care and the diagnosis and treatment of eye and eyelid disorders.
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases in all animals including dogs, cats, horses, birds, rabbits, and exotic species.
Jessica Burn
DVM, MS, DACVO
Dr. Jessica Burn has been serving the Vancouver Island community since November 2021. With a focus on individualized treatment plans, she offers an array of services, including the management of glaucoma, corneal surgery, and cataract surgery.
Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Alberta in 2010, leading to a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Calgary in 2014. After completing a small animal rotating internship at VCA Western Veterinary Specialist and Emergency Centre in Calgary, Alberta, in 2015, she practiced emergency medicine before pursuing a specialty ophthalmology internship at Michigan State University in 2016. This led to a combined four-year Master of Science and Comparative Veterinary Ophthalmology residency at the same institution. During her residency, she trained in all aspects of ophthalmology including surgical and medical management of ocular conditions in small animals, horses, rabbits, birds, and exotic species.
Alongside her studies, Dr. Burn competed at the international level as a member of the National Canadian Taekwondo Team. She is also a trained ballet dancer and an accomplished pianist. Beyond her professional life, Dr. Burn is an outdoor enthusiast and she enjoys activities such as hiking, paddleboarding, horseback riding, standing acrobatics and yoga.