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Specialty Referral Practice
Internal Medicine
Internal medicine specialists are trained to manage a wide variety of complex illnesses and conditions that affect pets. In addition, veterinary internists are experts in how to treat pets with multiple illnesses or health issues. Veterinary internists also have the training and diagnostic equipment to perform specialized procedures such as endoscopy, ultrasound, |
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CT scan,
and I-131 treatment for feline hyperthyroidism. Your general practice veterinarian may consult with the internists at Santa Cruz Veterinary Hospital, or your pet may be referred to our internists for specialized diagnostics and care.
Some of the indications for your pet to see a veterinary internist may be
Cancer
Heart disease
Kidney disease
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes mellitus
Respiratory problems
Liver disease
Immune system related disease |
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In addition, your general practice veterinarian might refer you to our internal medicine specialists for blood transfusion, abdominal ultrasound, or hospitalization in our Intensive Care Unit, or ICU.
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Internal Medicine Appointments - Scheduled appointments may be made through our referral coordinators. Initial appointments are 60 minutes in length to allow a thorough examination of your pet. Progress exam appointments are generally 30-60 minutes in length. For all initial appointments, please bring all medical records, lab work, x-rays, and medications with you. Patients should be restricted from food for 12 hours preceding an appointment with the internist.
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| The care and comfort of you and your pet is our primary concern. Please let us know if we can do anything to make your visit more comfortable. |
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