Specialty Services : Cardiology

 

 

Cardiology

 

Early detection and characterization of the underlying condition is important when choosing effective treatment for heart disease.  Heavy breathing, lethargy, coughing, and collapse are all primary signs that your pet may have a heart condition. 

 

Our Cardiologist will work with your primary care veterinarian to develop a treatment plan for your pet.  Medical records, laboratory work, and radiographs are all helpful

 

Appointments

 

Once you have consulted with your primary care veterinarian and they have referred your pet to our Cardiologist, you can call Monday through Friday 8am-5pm to schedule an appointment.  If our specialty coordinator is unavailable at those times, you may be asked to leave your name and phone number so we can schedule you an appointment when she is available. 

 

Appointments/consultations are approximately 45 minutes, depending on the severity of the case. Our Cardiologist will review the medical record and radiographs prior to examination and ultrasound of your pet.

 

Associated Fees

 

The cost of examination with our Cardiologist is $475.00 and includes consultation, electrocardiogram (EKG), and echocardiogram (cardiac ultrasound).  Payment can be made in the form of cash, check, Visa/Mastercard/Discover/American Express, CareCredit, or Chase Health Advance.  We do not extend lines of credit.  All payment is due at time of services.

 

Proposed Treatment Plan

 

All clients are presented with proposed treatment plans for medical care for their pet.  After examination by our doctor, a treatment plan will be generated based on the medical needs of the pet.  A pre-payment of the low end of the treatment plan is required for treatment.