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Vision Vets: Caring for Sight

At Vision Vets, we ensure every pet receives exceptional eye care. Founded by Dr. Isabel Salas Murillo, our clinic specializes in diagnosing and treating animal eye conditions with compassion and expertise.

A close-up image focusing on the eye of an animal, likely a dog, with detailed visibility of its fur and eyelashes. The fur appears golden and textured, showing fine details.
A close-up image focusing on the eye of an animal, likely a dog, with detailed visibility of its fur and eyelashes. The fur appears golden and textured, showing fine details.
Our Mission
Our Expertise

With over a decade of experience, our dedicated team provides advanced microsurgeries and thorough eye exams, treating each patient as family. Trust us for your pet's eye health needs in Costa Rica.

Dr. Isabel Salas Murillo, director of VisionVetsCR

Hello and welcome! I'm Dr. Isabel Salas Murillo, a passionate veterinary ophthalmologist with over a decade of experience dedicated to improving the vision and quality of life of animals. My professional journey began at the Escuela de Veterinaria San Francisco de Asís of Costa Rica, where I earned my degree in Veterinary Medicine. Since then, I have specialized in advanced eye care for small animals, with additional studies in Spain.

Through VisionVets, my mission is to offer compassionate, state-of-the-art eye care for your beloved pets. I believe that every animal deserves to see the world clearly and comfortably—and I’m here to make that possible with precise diagnostics, personalized treatments, and surgical excellence.

Whether your pet is struggling with cataracts, eye infections, or simply needs a routine eye checkup, I’m here to help with experience, empathy, and dedication.

  • Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Surgery and Medicine. San Francisco de Asís School of Veterinary Medicine.

  • Postgraduate - Diploma in "Small Animal Clinic" Autonomous University of Barcelona, Bellaterra (Spain)

  • Certification in Veterinary Ophthalmology. Autonomous University of Barcelona. Bellaterra (Spain).

Experience

2007

• Participation in the "Veterinary Medicine Congress". San José, Costa Rica.
• Participation in the course: "Interactive Scientific Course on Trauma and Orthopedics for Small Species and Wildlife". Dr. Adrián Solano, Dr. Octavio Bravo Miranda, Dr. Miguel Villalva Solá, Dr. Fernando Gual-Sill.
• Participation in the course: "Radiology and Ultrasound Diagnosis". Dr. Luis M. Campos G.

2009

• Participation in the course: "Radiology and Ultrasound in Small Animals." WSAVA. Global Veterinary Development. Dr. Daniel Saes Vidales.

• Distance course "Procedures in Emergencies" Vet Praxis. Taught by Dr. Sergi Serrano.
• Basic Marketing Course, UNED. Professor: Emerson Ortiz Ugalde.

2011

• Participation in the course: "Abdominal Ultrasound". Dr. Daniel Sáez Vidales.
• Distance training program: "Clinical Veterinary Dermatology". Group Inn. Update and Professional Training. Taught by: Dr. Eduardo Tonelli, Dr. Mónica Loaiza, Dr. Lisandro Reynes.

2012
2013
2014

• Distance course: "Soft Tissue Surgery" Vet Praxis. Taught by Dr. Samantha Maerker and Dr. Jesús Paredes.
• Distance course: "Clinical Approach to Gastrointestinal Emergencies" Vet Praxis. Taught by Dr. Sergi Serrano.
• Distance course: "Zoonoses Protecting People and their Pets". Online course, College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University. Dr. Glenda Dvorak.

• Participation in the talk: "Product Line" Himalaya. Animal Health. Dr. Maricruz Guevara Soto.
• Distance course: "Clinical Ophthalmology of Dogs and Cats". Vetpraxis. Taught by Dr. Manuel Villagrasa, Dr. José Luis Laus, Dr. Mariano Bernades, Dr. Leandro Bernades.

2025

An-Vision Course, "Intraocular Surgery for Advanced Surgeons" Munich, Germany. Professors: Ingrid Allgoewer, DVM, MS, DECVO and Marta Leiva, DVM, MS, DECVO.

2022

"In-Person Course on Cataract Surgery" • COA (Ophthalmological Center for Animals Argentina). Daniel Herrera, and Natalie Weischler.

2021

“Diseases of the Ocular Surface, knowledge for treatment.” Rodrigo Tardón, Labyes Laboratory. • “Online Cryosurgery Course.” Courses in Veterinary Ophthalmology. Dr. Eduardo Ghiggi, Brazil.
• “Postgraduate Course in Ophthalmology.” Vetes Web. UCASAL. Dr. Rodrigo Tardón Britto.
• “2021 Diploma in Veterinary Ophthalmology.” Veterinary Ophthalmology for The World. Dr. Gustavo Adolfo García and Dr. Denis Brooks.

2020

"Online Course on Cataract Surgery" COA (Ophthalmological Center for Animals). Daniel Herrera, and Natalie Weischler.
• Attendance at the 51st Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists. ACVO.

2018

"Certification Course in Veterinary Ophthalmology." Autonomous University of Barcelona. Bellaterra (Spain).
• Theoretical and practical course: "Introduction to Veterinary Ophthalmic Microsurgery." Institute of Ocular Microsurgery (IMO), Barcelona (Spain). July 7, 2018, Dr. Eva Abarca, Dr. Francisco Simó, Dr. Manuel Villagrasa.

2017

Online Diploma in Veterinary Ophthalmology: Oftalvet, Dr. Gustavo Adolfo García.

2016

• Internship in the Department of Ophthalmology. Autonomous University of Barcelona. Duration: Two weeks.
• Internship at the Veterinary Ophthalmological Institute IVO Paco Simó. Barcelona. Duration: Two weeks.

2015

• Basic Course in Surgery for Small Animals: Autonomous University of Barcelona. Program Director: Dr. Félix García
• Course in Anesthesia and Analgesia: Autonomous University of Barcelona. Director: Félix García. Contact: felix.garcía@uab.cat
• Diploma in "Small Animal Clinic" (2014-2015): Autonomous University of Barcelona. Director: Félix García. Contact: felix.garcía@uab.cat
• Internship in Veterinary Ophthalmology Department: Autonomous University of Barcelona. Duration: 2 weeks.
• Internship at IVO Veterinary Ophthalmology Institute Paco Simó. Barcelona. Duration: 2 weeks.

A close-up view of a dog's eye, capturing the details of its fur and eyelashes with a blurred background. The focus is on the eye, which reflects light, creating an intense and curious expression.
A close-up view of a dog's eye, capturing the details of its fur and eyelashes with a blurred background. The focus is on the eye, which reflects light, creating an intense and curious expression.

Gallery

Showcasing our commitment to pet eye health and care.

A set of ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, including an autorefractor and a slit lamp, arranged in a medical examination room with a beige backdrop. The machines are white with various dials and functional parts visible.
A set of ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, including an autorefractor and a slit lamp, arranged in a medical examination room with a beige backdrop. The machines are white with various dials and functional parts visible.
A woman in a white coat is pointing at an eye chart on a wooden door. Another person is facing her, possibly participating in an eye exam. The room contains a wooden bookshelf and some hats hanging on the wall.
A woman in a white coat is pointing at an eye chart on a wooden door. Another person is facing her, possibly participating in an eye exam. The room contains a wooden bookshelf and some hats hanging on the wall.
A close-up view of a dog's eye, capturing the detailed texture of its fur and the glossy reflection in the eye. The fur surrounding the eye is a blend of white and brown, with individual hairs visible.
A close-up view of a dog's eye, capturing the detailed texture of its fur and the glossy reflection in the eye. The fur surrounding the eye is a blend of white and brown, with individual hairs visible.
A dog with heterochromia, featuring one blue eye and one brown eye, looks up while resting against a person's leg. The person wears a brown jacket and a glove, gently holding the dog's face. The scene is warmly lit, suggesting a sunset or sunrise setting.
A dog with heterochromia, featuring one blue eye and one brown eye, looks up while resting against a person's leg. The person wears a brown jacket and a glove, gently holding the dog's face. The scene is warmly lit, suggesting a sunset or sunrise setting.
A close-up view of a dark-colored animal, likely a cat, focusing on its eye. The eye is large with a bright yellow iris and a vertical black pupil, surrounded by fur.
A close-up view of a dark-colored animal, likely a cat, focusing on its eye. The eye is large with a bright yellow iris and a vertical black pupil, surrounded by fur.
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