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.