Elite Veterinary Specialists

04/03/2026

We are now scheduling service animal eye exams for May! Contact us to schedule your appointment :)

04/01/2026

03/25/2026

Free Eye Exams for Active Service Animals in Central Florida!

Is your service animal's vision in top shape? The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO), Epicur Pharma, and Elite Veterinary Specialists are proud to offer complimentary ocular screening exams for qualified service and working animals this May!

We know how crucial your partner's eyesight is to their work and your independence. That's why Elite Veterinary Specialists in Casselberry, FL, is participating in this philanthropic program to ensure your service animal receives the best care possible.

Don't miss this wonderful initiative!

Share this post with fellow handlers in the Central Florida area.

03/25/2026

Calling all Veterinary Professionals!

Are you looking to expand your knowledge in veterinary ophthalmology while enjoying a great evening out?

We invite you to an engaging and informative CE Dinner Event!

Join our esteemed hosts, Dr. Robert Sw***er, DVM, DACVO and Dr. Brett Story, DVM, DACVO, as they present:

Ophthalmology: Core Essentials - What Cases Are Your Colleagues Referring?"

Come for the knowledge, stay for the networking and dinner!

A special thank you to our sponsor, Dômes Pharma, for making this event possible. This event is RACE Approved.

Space is limited — click the link below to RSVP today and secure your spot!

https://form.jotform.com/252585594542164

03/15/2026

Special visitor alert! Benito the bunny stopped by for his eye checkup and absolutely stole the show. He enjoyed the treats… and we enjoyed spoiling him. A reminder that bunnies need regular eye exams too—those little peepers matter!

03/14/2026

Weekend well spent! Dr. Sw***er and Dr. LeBlanc jumped in to help sea lions and other marine wildlife get the eye care they deserve. Exceptional medicine, unforgettable patients. 🦭😍

01/29/2026

Meet Katie LeBlanc, DVM
Veterinary Ophthalmology Resident

Dr. LeBlanc completed her undergraduate studies in her home state at the University of Vermont. She then went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University. After completing a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at VCA Alameda East in Denver, Colorado, she completed her first ophthalmology specialty internship at Equine Veterinary Vision in northern Virginia. She then completed her second ophthalmology specialty internship at the Animal Eye Specialty Clinic in south Florida. Dr. LeBlanc is currently completing her residency training with Elite Veterinary Specialists in veterinary ophthalmology.

Outside of veterinary medicine, she is the proud pet parent of two dogs and one cat. She enjoys exploring Florida’s great outdoors with her husband and dogs in her free time.

01/29/2026

Meet Karolina Roszak, DVM
Practice Limited to the Diseases of the Animal Eye

If there’s one thing Dr. Roszak loves more than playing sports, it’s surgery, especially the kind that involves tiny instruments and even tinier eyes. Originally from Poland, Dr. Roszak earned her veterinary degree from the Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences in 2014. Her passion for surgery (and adventure) took her across the globe, from small animal surgery internships in Germany and New Zealand to groundbreaking research at the University of Pennsylvania, where she explored retinal diseases in dogs and tested gene therapies that could one day cure blindness.

After completing the rigorous ECFVG and PAVE programs to practice in the U.S., she worked in Los Angeles and San Mateo. She later joined UC Davis, focusing her research on corneal diseases and AI-driven eye cell analysis during her Ophthalmology Residency.

Now happily settled in sunny Orlando, Florida, Dr. Roszak is pursuing her dream career in veterinary ophthalmology. She’s absolutely obsessed with microsurgery and is currently training in retinal surgery, where precision meets art under the microscope.

Her goal? To make veterinary eye care more advanced, accessible, and a whole lot less stressful for everyone involved. When she’s not performing (or planning) her next surgery, you’ll likely find her practicing sports, sipping hot green tea, or trying to convince her patients that the cone of shame really isn’t that bad.

01/29/2026

Meet Robert Sw***er, DVM, DACVO
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Medical Director

Dr. Sw***er completed his undergraduate studies and received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Illinois in 2003. After finishing an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the Veterinary Specialists of South Florida in 2004, he went on to complete both an ophthalmology internship and residency at the Animal Eye Specialty Clinic. In 2011, Dr. Sw***er founded Animal Eye Guys (AEG), which expanded to eight locations across South Florida under his leadership. In 2021, he successfully transitioned ownership of AEG and remained with the organization full time to assist during this period. In 2025, recognizing the need to support the Central Florida veterinary community, he launched a new practice, Elite Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Sw***er is board-certified and a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.

01/29/2026

Meet Brett D. Story, DVM, DACVO
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology

Dr. Story is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists and graduated with a major in Biology from the University of Central Florida in Orlando before earning his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University. His early work at UCF centered on marine biology and sea turtle research through the UCF Marine Turtle Research Group.

During his time at Auburn, he developed a strong interest in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Tay-Sachs disease, which led to a passion for ophthalmology. His scientific focus includes the perception of the world by animals and the implications of retinal disease across species. Given the anatomical similarities between human and animal eyes, a significant portion of his research focuses on translational models of human retinal and neurodegenerative diseases.

Following graduation, he completed a general internship at the University of Florida and a specialty ophthalmology internship at Long Island Veterinary Specialists.

He was then accepted into the highly competitive and internationally respected comparative ophthalmology residency program at the University of California, Davis (2021–2025), where he focused on advancing surgical techniques and improving ocular comfort and vision in animals.

Dr. Story’s professional interests include ophthalmic pathology, neuro-ophthalmology, and various aspects of ophthalmic surgery. He has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications involving ocular and neurodegenerative research.

In 2025, he became a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.

Having benefited from exceptional mentorship throughout his training, he remains dedicated to mentoring others and is passionate about lecturing to veterinarians and scientists alike.

Outside of work, Brett enjoys running, hiking, water sports, board sports, and fishing, as well as spending time with his significant other, Peyton. He also shares his home with a cat named Leo and a tortoise named Ron Swanson.

01/29/2026

We are so proud of Dr. Sw***er! Not only does he dedicate his time to helping domestic animals, but he is also a passionate advocate for marine life.