Abigail Sturbaum, DVM, Diplomate, ACVO, is a Board-certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist at MedVet Dallas, where she began caring for patients in 2025.
Dr. Abigail Sturbaum earned a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science from California Polytechnic State University. She then earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Following veterinary school, she completed a rotating medicine and surgery internship at Kansas State University Veterinary Health Center. She went on to complete a residency in ophthalmology at the Animal Eye Clinic of Spokane.
Dr. Sturbaum enjoys all aspects of ophthalmology, with particular interest in ophthalmic surgery, especially corneal procedures. She is also passionate about managing a variety of ocular diseases to help preserve vision and improve her patients’ quality of life.
She has authored a peer-reviewed publication in Veterinary Ophthalmology on the use of MicroPulse™ transscleral cyclophotocoagulation in equine patients. Her favorite part of the veterinary profession is caring for animals while also strengthening the human–animal bond, and she finds it incredibly rewarding to play a role in improving both her patients’ health and the happiness of their families.
When not caring for patients, Dr. Abigail Sturbaum enjoys exercising, spending time with her dogs, and relaxing at the lake with friends and family.
Education & Training
Bachelor of Science: California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Washington State University, Pullman, WA
Internship (Rotating Medicine & Surgery): Kansas State University Veterinary Health Center, Manhattan, KS
Residency (Ophthalmology): Animal Eye Clinic of Spokane, Spokane, WA
Specializations
Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO)
Associations
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
