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Ultrasound imaging uses high-frequency sound waves to produce a real-time image of various body structures inside your pet's body. A hand-held probe is used by a veterinarian to target an image of the designated area. This type of imaging is ideal for examining soft tissue such as - organs, blood vessels and muscles. Point-of-focus or "flash ultrasounds", are used as part of the triage process because they are able to target a specific area (heart, lungs, abdomen) for quick a

A biopsy refers to the process of surgically removing a piece of  tissue sample to submit for cellular inspection under a microscope. A biopsy sample can be taken from almost any part of the body using sedation, local anesthesia, or general anesthesia when necessary. Biopsies are most commonly submitted when determining if an abnormality is cancerous or benign (non-cancerous).  There are various types of biopsies, based on the size and location of abnormal tissue, to get the

U-catheters, or urinary catheters, are placed to make sure urine can drain from the bladder when there is a medical condition that either makes it difficult or impossible for your pet to urinate. A urinary catheter can be used in the short term to gather a sterile sample or urine for testing. Alternatively, u-catheters are placed for a longer time of use after surgery, trauma, or for relief when diagnosing and resolving the cause of difficulty urinating. The u-catheter is att

IVF, or intravenous fluids, are essential for conditions like severe dehydration, trauma, sepsis, and certain illnesses. This method of giving hydration bypasses the digestive system to deliver fluids and nutrients directly into the bloodstream. In an emergency setting - IV fluids help to quickly restore blood pressure, deliver nutrients, regulate electrolytes, and serve as a medium to give other medications over time. The veterinary team will work to tailor a treatment plan

Cytology is the study of cells using a microscope to detect any abnormalities or changes in their structure. It is a quick way for the...

Radiographs are non-invasive and provide quick, detailed images that aid in diagnosing illness, planning surgeries, and monitoring the...

General anesthesia helps control the level of consciousness, pain and movement in our pets. It is used during various types of surgery...

Bloodwork is a common cost seen on emergency and hospitalization estimates. The most common panels being a CBC (complete blood count) and...

NG tubes, or nasogastric tubes, are used for many things in veterinary medicine. These long, flexible tubes are placed through the nose and reach all the way down into the stomach. Our veterinary professionals place these tubes to help give medications, nutritional support, or to remove unwanted fluid or gas in the stomach. These tubes are meant to be used short term to provide our patients with whichever form of support they need to heal.  These long tubes can be a bit uncom