Thank you Dr. Brinkmann for the improvement of my aging English Bulldog's eyes.  Another veterinarian recommended surgery as the only option which would have been quite costly with a 50/50 chance of improvement.  Under Dr. Brinkmann's care, my little girl's eyes took a 180 degree turn from horrible to "back to her old self".  She is no longer bumping into furniture or looking miserable.  Thank you Jean and Michelle also.  Great staff members who provided friendly and professional care. Read Less

Our Maltase developed diabetes, and even though we were able to control his blood levels, he went blind very quickly, which is something that apparently happens to k9's quickly when they become diabetic.We were referred to the Veterinary Ophthalmology Service, the staff was incredible, and Dr. Brinkman was amazing! Our puppy was walking into walls, had lost his fun loving spirit, but thanks to Dr. Brinkman and his staff he can see again, and is back to his original self.Thanks so much!!! Read Less

I am writing about my experience with Dr Brinkman and his staff.  I have a 15 year old Jack Russell Terrier.  The dog has had his fair share of experiences (he had his front paws ran over, allergies, etc).  I am going to write exactly what happened with Dr Brinkman so you can make an educated choice when it comes to your pet's health.  I was looking up Opthamologists in Las Vegas and found that there are only three.  There is Eye Care for Animals, The Specialty Center and Dr Brinkman.  I had already visited Eye Care and the Specialty Center, but also the most expensive in Las Vegas.  I decided to give Dr Brinkman a shot.  Dr Brinkman is in his mid-60's and his office is located on Sahara (in between Boulder Highway and Maryland Parkway - essentially near most of the auto dealerships on Sahara).  His office is outdated, but it's professional.I took my dog in for 3-4 visits when he still had vision.  I got mixed information back.  The first visit I was told that the cataracts weren't worth operating on.  The second visit I was told that he wanted me to have him operate on one of the eyes and on the third visit that he wanted to operate on both eyes (in case one of the eyes was a failure).I had decided I was going to hold off because he had 65% vision in one eye, 35% vision in the other eye and he was getting around still.I was prescribed temaril p for my dog (he had a persistent cough).  It was a very low dose, but over the course of two weeks the dog lost 2-3 pounds, had muscle weakness and looked like he was about to die.  I rushed him to the vet and found out he had developed diabetes.I was told by his receptionist (who is by far not the nicest person you will every meet - you can read other reviews on here and see it's not just me).  She told me these instructions - give him a half dose of insulin at 1130p, 2 jars of baby food and water.  Don't feed him in the morning.  I did as she instructed.  I left my house the morning of the surgery and drove him to Dr Brinkman's.  The receptionist asked if I had fed him or gave him insulin and I stated "no."  This is where she berated me and told me "I told you to give him a half dose of insulin and to feed him."  I had no choice but to leave, take the dog to Walmart, buy a bottle of insulin and dog food and feed him in the parking lot (Walmart was 5 mins from Dr Brinkman and I live 20 minutes away).  I should have taken this as a LARGE SIGN to no go back.  I returned to Dr Brinkman and I dropped my dog off.  I got a call later that day that he was out or surgery.  Dr Brinkman told me that "his capsules were too old and they both split so he couldn't put in new lenses (this makes the dog far sided and anything up close is blurry).  He also told me that everything went well.  This is where the story turns.I picked up my dog and I noticed right away he was walking better, moving around easier, etc.  I was given a drop schedule, a prescription for oral anti-inflammatory and some pills to fight possible infection. I got him home and he pretty much slept.  The next day I had to bring him back in for a check up.  Dr Brinkman checked him over and said everything looked good.  He thought his vision would be back in a week or two.I brought my dog in 2-3 times with no real improvement in vision.  I will state within the first week I thought my dog could see.  He would follow my finger and he would follow me around the kitchen.  I went to Dr Brinkman for the fourth follow-up and I told him that the dog couldn't see.  Dr Brinkman told me the inflammation in his eyes was between and 2 and 3 (out of 4).  He wanted to increase his drops.  I also asked for the oral anti-inflammatory.It was a few days later that I was home with my dog on a Sat night.  The dog was about to die!   I ended up taking my dog to another ophthalmologist to get a second opinion.  The drops prescribed were not working.  The other doctor gave me drops I picked up from Target.  They cleared up the inflammation within a week.  The new doctor also told me that his left retina was detached (either happened in surgery or after due to inflammation).The next issue with his liver enzymes spiked to 1500.  The dog has never had liver issues.  I found out from my vet that Metacam (the oral anti-inflammatory can cause liver damage (it's rare, but can happen).I made one final visit to Dr Brinkman.  I let him examine him and I waited for him to tell me about the detached retina.  He did not, he only stated "the left eye doesn't look good."  I sat him down and I told him that I took him to another doctor, what the other doctor had said and how I changed the drops.  The dog went from "about to die" to being my dog again.  He wants to walk around, eat, go to the park, etc.  Dr Brinkman told me while in surgery the right capsule split, but he didn't think it would.  I asked why he operated on the left eye (and he said cause he didn't think it would split too)I wish I never brought my dog here Read Less

After 2 months of taking my Husky to his regular vet for "an eye infection" they finally admitted they didn't know what was wrong and maybe I should see a specialist.  The first specialist told me I would have to wait two months to get in or pay $1000 to sit in their waiting room and be seen at the end of the day if the doctor had time.  I called Dr. Brinkman's office and Michelle got me in on an emergency basis.  She couldn't have been kinder.  Dr. Brinkman is amazing!! He is dedicated and passionate about what he does. My Husky has glaucoma and had gone blind in one eye and was at risk of losing his site in the other eye.  With surgery, his eye site was saved. By the way... he loves Dr. Brinkman's back office nurse, Jean.  She made me feel so much better with all that I was about to face.  I can't thank them all enough. Read Less

So happy we were referred to Dr. Brinkman by our friend.  About a month ago our 10yo husky started showing signs of vision loss.  We took her to our normal vet and they said blind in left eye and vision impaired in right.  We didn't want her going blind so took her here and Dr. Brinkman correctly diagnosed her with an immune issue often found in huskys and other similar breeds.  He put her on Prednisone two weeks ago and at her follow-up today her vision has improved dramatically in both eyes.  If you suspect any vision issues with your furbaby, do not wait.  See Dr. Brinkman immediately! Read Less

Had an emergency with my Boston Terrier, Guiness' right eye....the office got me in within a day and I cannot thank Dr. Brinkmann and Leah (hope that's right) enough for their personal and professional care. Treated us like family and made us feel confident in the diagnosis.....I could go on and on about how great they are but you should definitely call them first for your pets eye needs. Read Less

Having worked for human eye docs for 15 years I was extremely impressed by the knowledge of Dr. Brinkmann and his staff.  Even though they had a full schedule they offered to work me in and the Doctor did not act rushed.  The staff is Awesome! Read Less

Marley and Marvin had the most amazing visit today. They both still have a little vision left and are doing well. All thanks to the amazing Dr. Binkman, Michelle, & Jean. My babies would be lost without you. No seriously... Blind by now... Read Less

I had an initial consultation which costed $300.00. Was given a quote of 4200 to 4500 for cataract surgery for both eyes. My bf who happens to be an eye surgeon said only one eye is necessary. When I  called back to get the quote for only one eye, the charge was quoted at 3500,  plus they insisted that I had to bring my dog back in for ANOTHER check up at 300.00! After asking my bf if this "2nd check up" is absolutely necessary,  the answer was no. I do not like doing business with dishonest people, even if the dr is good at what he does. Keep in mind that cataract surgery for humans is only 600 per eye. Not happy and will take my business elsewhere. Read Less

Was recommended to go to dr. Brinkmann for my blind dog. Only had appts two weeks out, but still made one. Got a phone call later in the day offering me an earlier appt that I wouldn't be able to make due to work. When I told Michelle that I couldn't make the earlier appt she became aggressive with me and suggested she knew more about my dog than I do. You're the scheduler. If I tell you we can make it, that's the end of the story. I made an appt to help my dog and you acted like that wasn't good enough. Really made me feel uncomfortable about the attitude I would get at the office about my dogs condition. Luckily my vet recommended someone closer who can fit us in within the week. Read Less

Dr. Brinkmann was soooo great! We had been told by Banfield that our shitzu might lose his eye (he had a bad ulcer). I went for a second opinion at South Valley Animal Hospital and they recommended Dr. Brinkmann. He is so knowledgeable and you can tell he wants to help you with price and isn't trying to get you to spend on unnecessary treatments. He saved my doggies eye and he is back to his normal self. Please go directly to this vet for any eye problems. You will be happy you did!Thanks to Dr. Brinkmann and his friendly & caring staff!! Read Less

Dr. Michael Brinkmann was recommended to us, because our Amigo has cataracts and glaucoma.We were thrilled with the attention Dr. Brinkmann and his tech staff, Jean and Michele gave to Amigo. It was heartwarming to see them interact with our little guy. They are so devoted to helping your pet.No matter how busy Dr. Brinkmann may be, your appointment has all his attention. We never felt rushed. We always leave completely satisfied.Every pet parent we met there had only the most highest compliments and respect for the doctor and his staff, as do we and our Amigo! Read Less

We have been seeing Dr. Brinkmann for the past 4 years. He saved by baby's eye (though not her sight) after another doctor screwed her up. Now all 3 of my babies go to see him every 6 months for care. I will never take my babies anywhere else. Read Less

Dr and staff are amazing! You can really tell this is their passion. I always have to bring my two small children with me, and the staff always has coloring books, crayons, and snacks to keep them occupied. Thanks for taking care of my four legged furry baby ;) Read Less

I have been bringing my dogs to Dr. Brinkmann since my dog was blinded by another ophthalmologist here in town. Dr. B was able to save her eye from being removed  however her sight could not be restored because the damage caused by the first doctor(?) was too great. I take my dogs every 6 months to see him and his wonderful staff. Dr. B is the most experienced eye doctor for animals in Las Vegas and I recommend him highly. Read Less