Our hospital offers ultrasound services in conjunction with an independent mobile ultrasound practice. The ultrastonograher uses a sophisticated ultrasound machine capable of scanning small organs, such as thyroid glands in cats to larger organs, such as the liver in large breed dogs. In addition, the equipment has telemedicine capabilities, which means that if a consultation is needed with a board certified cardiologist or radiologist the images can be sent quickly for second opinions.


Ultrasound allows for advanced/real time abdominal and cardiac imaging

Abdominal Imaging allows for:
• Identification of masses that are not clear on digital radiograph or palpation during a physical exam
• Changes in organ structure/size
• Bladder stones
• Evaluation of abdominal fluid
• Evaluation adrenal gland disease
• Aid in obtaining tissue samples for testing
• Metastatic disease evaluation

  

Cardiac Imaging assesses the structure of the heart.

Useful in evaluation of:
• Mitral valve disease
• Dilated cardiomyopathy
• Pericardial effusion
• Congenital defects
• Metastatic lung cancer

  

Once an ultrasound has been recommended an appointment is scheduled here at our hospital. Anesthesia is not required during the procedure which only takes approximately 15 minutes to perform. During the ultrasound exam a veterinarian and technician are present. All images are archived for reference.