Optivet Referrals (South London) Ltd

Optivet Referrals (South London) Ltd is a veterinary referral service offering specialist-led care across areas including ophthalmology, orthopaedics, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery and cardiology, with on-site CT imaging (a 128-slice CT system). From both the service list and the latest reviews, the clinic appears particularly set up for complex eye cases—owners describe emergency referrals for glaucoma, management aimed at preserving remaining vision, and planned surgery following an urgent consult. Reviewers repeatedly mention very detailed explanations, a calm manner during stressful eye emergencies, and ongoing check-ups over a long period.

Services

• •Ophthalmology (including surgery): The website describes “an extensive range of ocular examinations and surgical procedures,” including cataract surgery. Recent reviews specifically mention treatment for an eye injury, glaucoma, and eye surgery (with follow-up check-ups over time).
• •Orthopaedics: Listed on the website; the site notes orthopaedic procedures carried out by two ECVS Specialists in small animal surgery.
• •Internal medicine: Listed on the website.
• •Soft tissue surgery: Listed on the website.
• •Cardiology: Listed on the website.
• •CT imaging: Listed on the website, including a 128-slice CT system.
• •Equine ophthalmology: Listed on the website.
• •Urgent referral appointments: Multiple reviews describe being seen on an emergency referral / emergency consultation basis (no out-of-hours arrangement is stated in the provided information).

People

• •Gemma (role not stated): Mentioned repeatedly in reviews in relation to ophthalmology cases. Owners describe her as
• •Thorough and clear in explanations (e.g., talking owners through an eye injury and making a stressful situation feel manageable).
• •Involved in ongoing management for glaucoma with repeat visits/check-ups over a long period.
• •Trusted to perform surgery after an emergency consultation, with owners explicitly saying they were glad she was doing the procedure.

Reviews

5 stars from 4 reviews. The written reviews available focus mainly on referral ophthalmology cases and emergency presentations. “”

• •Emergency eye cases described include glaucoma and an eye injury, with owners reporting prompt referral care and ongoing follow-up.
• •Multiple owners highlight very thorough assessments and clear explanations, particularly from Gemma.
• •Longer-term outcomes are mentioned (e.g., continued monitoring for glaucoma with some vision retained over time).
• •Cost comes up once as “not cheap,” alongside strong satisfaction with the care received.