Cardiology Services

 

The Veterinary Emergency Referral Center is pleased to offer a full range of cardiovascular diagnostics, including: 

     Echocardiography – 2-D, M-mode, and spectral Doppler capability

     Electrocardiography (ECG) – 6 and 12 lead

     Doppler and Oscillemetric blood pressure

     Digital Holter monitoring

     Digital radiography

     Cardioversion of atrial fibrillation

Pericardiocentesis

     Interventional cardiovascular procedures:

         ▪ Pacemakers

         ▪ PDA occlusion

         ▪ Balloon valvuloplasty

         ▪ Diagnostic left heart catheterization

         ▪ Heartworm extraction

In addition to diagnostics, the cardiology department also provides full service medical management of all cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.

The cardiology department of the Veterinary Emergency Referral Center is equipped with the highest quality cardiovascular diagnostic equipment including a GE VIVID 7 echocardiograph, GE MAC 1200 ECG machine, GE OEC 9600 Fluoroscopy unit, Lifepack 12 biphasic defibrillator, and digital Holter monitoring. In addition, we are able to provide 24 hour care to all patients that require intensive monitoring. An oxygen cage is available for smaller patients who may require oxygen therapy. Our caring staff of doctors, nurses and assistants provide the highest quality medical care for our patients during the treatment and recovery period.