Atlanta Veterinary Eye Clinic is committed to the treatment of diseases and surgery of the eye in all species. We are committed to providing quality ophthalmic veterinary care, perpetuating that human/animal bond which is so precious. Dr. Gail Powell-Johnson and her staff provide for veterinary patients in Georgia and the entire Southeast.AVEC is proud to be your dedicated ophthalmic center, offering both weekday and weekend appointments. Our commitment to providing quality cutting-edge surgical procedures, innovative medical care, and client education will continue to be our first priority.
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After evaluating the patient, ocular anatomy and the clinical findings are reviewed. Screening for genetic disease is an important aspect of the initial ocular examination. Dr. Powell-Johnson reviews the medical/surgical recommendations for management of the individual case, and then entertains questions from the owner.
Atlanta Veterinary Eye Clinic (AVEC) has been a long-term dream of founder, Dr. Gail Powell-Johnson. Growing up in Miami, Florida, she had all kinds of pets, including dogs, cats, snakes and even a pet duck. She worked for her local veterinarian, Dr. Jack Knowles, from junior high through her senior year of high school.
Dr. Powell and her staff provide a variety of services for patients throughout the southeast including; Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. We are a proud provider of the wonderful Ocu-GLO RX product line and its support of our patient's eye health. Nutrition is an important component of veterinary care.
Dr. Gail Powell-Johnson was born in Miami, Florida and has lived in the Atlanta area since 1981. She opened her referral ophthalmology practice in Avondale Estates which provides care for a variety of animals. She earned her BS in Animal Science and her DVM from Tuskegee University, College of Veterinary Medicine.
Reviews (10)
Matilda Hall
Apr 05, 2022
Dr. Powell is the worst medical practitioner I have ever met. She misdiagnosed my boxer for 2 months. Her only agenda was prescribing medications that cost a fortune, that didn't work, and most importantly giving us inaccurate medication storage instructions. Only prolonging the agony my poor dog was in. Some of the medications should not have been prescribed for corneal ulcers. Antibiotics she had us administer for 2 months were totally unnecessary.
I was only educated to all this after going to get a second opinion with another Ophthalmologist who informed us of all this after taking my boxer there. My poor dogs ulcer had ruptured. When I raised concerns with Dr. Powell and sent in photos. I was told all this was normal. Also be cautious she takes your pet to a back room for her exam and you never really know what goes on back there. Please do not take your pets to this butcher! We are now pursuing legal action as no Pet should have to go through this.
I was only educated to all this after going to get a second opinion with another Ophthalmologist who informed us of all this after taking my boxer there. My poor dogs ulcer had ruptured. When I raised concerns with Dr. Powell and sent in photos. I was told all this was normal. Also be cautious she takes your pet to a back room for her exam and you never really know what goes on back there. Please do not take your pets to this butcher! We are now pursuing legal action as no Pet should have to go through this.
Raven White
Nov 24, 2021
The must not have children cuz she was extremely rude and short with me about my son who was 1 at the time. There were no other customers in the lobby and my son just walked around the lobby exploring and she had a major problem with him simply being a kid. It wasn't like he was touching stuff or making a mess. He was just walking around. The receptionist was kind enough to give him some paper and a pen to draw on and the doctor still had an attitude with his presence. It took everything in me not to snap at her. You couldn't pay me to go back here. I'd give it no stars if I could
Emell Adolphus
Aug 23, 2021
If you value your pet and your purse, find another solution. This doctor has no idea what she is doing and is after money. She does not treat cherry eye in dogs and is no good at diagnosing the simplest of ailments. If something isn't going correctly, she blames your pet. Always puts the blame on you. Go somewhere else. Read ALL of her reviews, not just the ones you can skim on Google. You have been warned. I learned the hard way.
Katherine Atchley
Apr 20, 2021
Nancy DeSario
Jan 01, 2021
Liz Summers
Jan 15, 2020
Had to wait but worth it. Dr. Gail Powell-Johnson gave my dog a thorough eye exam and found the reason my dog's eyes were weeping so much fluid. No surgery needed and I was told what to do for her and given some eye drops that seem to be helping. I was very impressed with the whole experience and staff. Highly recommend!
Allison Witherell
Nov 05, 2019
Dr Powell is THE BEST. I've been bringing my sweet cat Penny here for several years due to tear duct and cornea damage as a kitten, and feel safe knowing that she's under great supervision. Dr Powell is so knowledgeable and kind, her staff is always friendly and I feel that Penny's recovery and maintenance is due to the great team at Atlanta Veterinary Eye Clinic
Mandy Dixon
Jun 01, 2019
Dr Gail Powell is a true gem and has helped our Teddy with her experience and knowledge about medicine, expectations, and thorough regime. She is helping us learn to navigate through the eye issues Teddy has and make him as comfortable as possible. His quality of life has improved by us following the protocol and suggestions she has made.
Am M.
Mar 26, 2019
I found my cat in the middle of the road, in the middle of the night 7 years ago. Blind from birth, Dr. Gail has shepherded my cat and even me, as his guardian, throughout the last 7 seven years. Dr. Gail recommended new therapies that have been highly successful instead of continuing status quo options that have been key in improving my fur babe's quality of life, for which I will be forever grateful.
Cost - Perfectly normal. Our once a year visits are more affordable than a standard, annual vet check up. Availability - Great. Saturday appointments are a life saver. Staff - also great and easy to work with when re-ordering medicine and working with my often hectic schedule.
Cost - Perfectly normal. Our once a year visits are more affordable than a standard, annual vet check up. Availability - Great. Saturday appointments are a life saver. Staff - also great and easy to work with when re-ordering medicine and working with my often hectic schedule.
Colton Castleberry
Dec 29, 2018
Dr. Powell was so wonderful! We were actually caught in traffic and running late. She actually stayed 30 minutes late to exam our cat! We did not feel like she rushed, but instead took the time to walk us through the procedures and her diagnoses. Her staff was also very nice and accommodating even though we showed up late. Just a great experience. Would highly recommend going here.
