- In-house x-ray, ECG (electrocardiogram), Doppler blood pressure measurement and echocardiography (heart ultrasound) available for immediate evaluation
- Immediate ECG review/consultation with cardiologist available
- In-hospital appointment with board-certified cardiologist available for examination and echocardiogram
- Cardiologist placement of Holter/Event monitor and evaluation to screen for intermittent heart arrhythmias (abdominal heart electrical activity) also available
- Thorough evaluation to check eyelids, tear quality/quantity, corneal abnormalities, pressure within eye (Tonometry) and retina
- Ocular ultrasound to evaluate areas within and behind eye if needed
- Complete neurologic examination to determine general anatomic location of problem
- Experienced with various anticonvulsants to medically control seizures while minimizing side-effects
- Referral for MRI at Animal Scan in Redwood City available if needed
- Experienced with in-house microscopic evaluation of skin lesions and lumps to determine underlying problem and specific treatment.
- For environmental allergies blood allergen testing is available with immunotherapy to follow as needed.
- Available also are newer therapies such as once every month or less injection of a monoclonal antibody (CYTOPOINT™) which is cost effective and convenient. CYTOPOINT™ blocks the protein, Interleukin-23, which causes the itch.
- We know allergies can be frustrating and will track down the cause and treat with medications that minimize side-effects.
Vomiting and/or diarrhea can be severe and persistent. In-house abdominal ultrasound and endoscopy with biopsy are available if needed to determine the underlying cause for effective therapy.
- In-house ultrasound and ultrasound-guided tissue aspiration and biopsy available for non-invasive diagnosis
- For those cancers responsive or palliated by chemotherapy it is available with close attention paid to preventing/limiting side-effects.
- If needed, surgical treatment with the option of a board-certified surgeon is available. Endocrinology
Common hormonal diseases such as hyperthyroidism in cats and diabetes are treated with close monitoring and avoidance of potential complications. We work with our clients to develop a treatment plan that suits the patient and caregiver.
