The Role of Internal Medicine in Veterinary Care
At Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care, we love taking care of your pets through our general practice services when they are healthy overall. We are here for you, though, when things aren’t going so smoothly. Our veterinary staff is equipped for most pet health problems, and our internal medicine team is at the ready to help our patients when they need us most.
What Is Veterinary Internal Medicine?
Veterinary internal medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases that affect your pet’s internal functions. This includes the respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine, urinary, and immune systems. The internal medicine specialty addresses a wide range of conditions, such as:
- Chronic gastrointestinal disorders
- Respiratory illnesses like asthma or pneumonia
- Kidney and liver diseases
- Endocrine disturbances like diabetes or thyroid issues
- Autoimmune disorders
- Infectious diseases
Having a team capable of handling these more complicated types of cases is important to arrive at an efficient and correct diagnosis so that appropriate therapies can be instituted. By working with a veterinary specialist, you’re ensuring your pet receives advanced care tailored to their specific needs.
The Role of Pet Diagnostic Services in Internal Medicine
Internal medicine for pets relies heavily on accurate diagnostic tools to uncover underlying issues. At Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care, we are proud to offer many types of on-site diagnostic capabilities, such as:
- Complete blood counts
- Biochemistry panels
- Urinalysis and fecal screening
- Cell cytology
- Digital radiographs and ultrasound
- Endoscopy
These advanced diagnostic tools allow our veterinary specialists to identify health problems early and create effective treatment plans. Additionally, we collaborate with specialty hospitals in the area for more advanced diagnostic needs and intensive care, should your pet require it.
Benefits of Internal Medicine for Pets
Pets with complex or chronic conditions often benefit from the expertise of a veterinary internal medicine specialist. An internist tends to be best equipped to interpret advanced diagnostic results, develop a custom treatment plan, and collaborate with other veterinarians to provide the best care for their patients.
When a pet is sick, our team makes it a priority to reach a diagnosis if possible and get to work helping them feel better. Problems like chronic vomiting, unexplained weight loss, or difficulty breathing benefit from evaluation by a specialist.
Comprehensive care plans, advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and an incredible amount of education and expertise go into most cases managed by pet internal medicine specialists.
Early intervention is key to managing many conditions, and prompt diagnostic services can lead to better outcomes.
At Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care we know how important your pet’s health is to you. We are proud to offer expert veterinary internal medicine care, and advanced pet diagnostic services. Our hospital is equipped with an amazing team to take excellent care of your furry friends, whether they need routine wellness care or advanced treatments.
If your pet is facing a challenging health issue or requires specialized care, don’t hesitate to contact us. Together, we can provide the expert veterinary specialist care your pet needs to get better.