Dr. Dan Lorimer

• Diplomate of the American College of the Veterinary Ophthalmology (Board Certified in Ophthalmology)
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM): Michigan State University
• Internship: Vet. Referral Service, Tucson, AZ
• Residency: Stanford University, University of Arizona
• Areas of Interest: Cataract surgery, ocular emergencies and trauma, glaucoma, ophthalmic microsurgery, laser therapy, and exotic animal ophthalmology

Growing up in a household filled with pets, Dr. Lorimer developed an affinity for animals as a young boy. Following that love of animals, he entered veterinary school where he focused his keen interest in both ophthalmic medicine and microsurgery. He later founded Michigan Veterinary Specialists to realize his vision of providing world-class care to furry family members. Dr. Lorimer not only enjoys being around pets at work, but shares his home with Citori, a wire-haired Pointing Griffon; Thistle the cat; and Cat Chow the parakeet. A loyal Detroit Red Wings hockey fan, Dr. Lorimer also spends time coaching youth sports, taking part in outdoor activities, dog training, and relaxing with his family.

Dr. Harriet Davidson

• Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology (Board Certified in Ophthalmology)
• Michigan State University, B.S.
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM), Michigan State University
• Michigan State University, M.S.
• Residency: Michigan State University
• Areas of Interest: Tear film abnormalities and lens protein structural changes

A Michigan native, Dr. Davidson has recently returned from Kansas where she had been professor of ophthalmology at Kansas State University. She and her husband and family make their home in West Michigan where their household consists of multiple horses, dogs, and cats. She feels committed to making a difference with each animal she treats.

Dr. Susette Aquino

• Diplomate of the American College of the Veterinary Ophthalmology (Board Certified in Ophthalmology)
• Bachelor of Science, Nursing:  University of Wisconsin
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree:  The Ohio State University
• Internship:  University of Illinois
• Residency:  Iowa State University
• Areas of Interest:  Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca – medical and surgical treatment options; surgical correction of ocular disease associated with eyelid conformation

Originally from Milwaukee, Dr. Aquino first pursued her passion for the field of medicine by becoming an adult critical care nurse. Her yearning to do more in the health care field along with the encouragement of veterinary friends, and enjoyment of all things furry led her to leave human healthcare in favor of a career as veterinary specialist. When not spending time with her fur family – Marea, a rawhide aficionado Doberman; Mochi, a nap-loving Lab mix; Archie, an energetic Border Collie; and five kitties Bertie, Fuzz, Twist, Agent 99 and Ezzi – she can be found in her garden.

Dr. Gwen Sila

• Diplomate of the American College of the Veterinary Ophthalmology (Board Certified in Ophthalmology)
• Kalamazoo College, B.A.
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM): Michigan State University
• Internship: Michigan Veterinary Specialists
• Residency: Michigan Veterinary Specialists
• Special Interests: Corneal disease, inherited retinal diseases and glaucoma
  

A native Michigander, Dr. Sila decided to pursue veterinary medicine because she wanted a career that celebrated the human-animal bond. Ophthalmology fit her interests because with a balance of both medicine and surgery. Dr. Sila lives in Ann Arbor with her beloved and fearless (with the exception of floor lamps, small kittens, thunder, and windy days) Aussie-mix named Butters. When she is not working she enjoys exploring downtown Ann Arbor, mountain biking with friends, running, spending time in the kitchen, and knitting. 

Dr. Cassandra Bliss

• Walla Walla University, BS

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM): Washington State University

• Internship: Michigan Veterinary Specialists

• Residency: Michigan Veterinary Specialists

• Special interests: Equine corneal disease, equine recurrent uveitis, cataract and microsurgery, eyelid reconstruction, keratoconjunctivitis sicca and tear film management

  
  

Dr. Bliss can’t remember a time when she didn’t want to be a veterinarian. Originally intending to become an equine veterinarian, Dr. Bliss realized her true passion was ophthalmology because of the ability to work on all species of animals. An Oregon native, she now lives in southeastern Michigan with Ella, a two-year-old German shorthair pointer and nationally competitive bird dog. When not working at MVS, Dr. Bliss volunteers for the Detroit Zoo and local shelters. In her down time she enjoys yoga, upland and big game hunting, and bird dog training and competing.