What Can a Pet Specialist Do For Your Pet?
If you are experiencing an illness or health issue, your family doctor could refer you to a specialist like a cardiologist or dermatologist. In the same way, if your pet has an issue beyond the scope of your family veterinarian, a pet specialist can assist.
To become board certified veterinarians must undergo rigorous training, conduct research and publish papers in their field of expertise, and take a series of tests.
Medicine in Veterinary Medicine
When people think of vets the first frame of reference is the vet that treats their pet. The field of veterinary medical is much more diverse. Veterinarians don't just diagnose and treat sick animals, but they also prevent the spread of animal diseases to humans and help to safeguard wildlife. They ensure the safety of food by taking care of the health and welfare of farm animals, and inspecting facilities for food processing. They also study the effects of industrial pollutants and pesticides on humans and animals.
In the clinic, the majority of veterinarians are general practitioners and treat all kinds of domestic pets as well as farm animals. A few specialize in small animals, such as birds and rodents; large domestic animals like horses and cattle; or exotic species such as parrots and iguanas.
After completing the veterinary school, some vets decide to undergo additional training in one of the 22 AVMA recognized specialties in veterinary medicine. This further training enables them to be board certified in a particular area of veterinary medicine.
For example veterinary radiologists employ imaging techniques such as x-rays ultrasound, computed tomography and scans to identify and track the progress of animal health conditions. Veterinary surgeons are specialists in large and
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Other specialists in veterinary medicine include those who manage animal reproduction such as theriogenologists, and those who study poisons in order to protect people from potential exposures. Nutritionists working with veterinary animals to create diet plans and assist veterinarians in diagnosing diseases in animals, while veterinary ophthalmologists examine and treat eye conditions that aren't within the scope of the regular practice of veterinary medicine.
Surgery
There is a direct link between the physical and behavior aspects of dogs. Veterinarians utilize surgery to connect the two, relieve discomfort and stress for pets, address concurrent problems behaviors that may cause harm or affect quality of life, and much more.
For example, when a young Golden Retriever named Penny went to the veterinarian for her annual exam, her veterinarian heard a murmur in her heart. He advised her to be referred to a vet doctor, also known as a cardiologist, who specializes in heart. The cardiologist assessed Penny and performed an echocardiogram to discover her heart defect which was a birth defect that needed corrective surgery.
In the end, he was able to perform the necessary operation for Penny and she was able to recover with no complications. Surgical procedures are complex and require a lot of equipment as well as training and facilities in order to be performed successfully. This is why primary care veterinarians and emergency room vets will often recommend their patients to a specialist veterinarian.
Only veterinarians who have been awarded the Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons are able to offer their patients the best standard of medical care. They have undergone rigorous postgraduate education, which includes an internship, a 3-year residency and a rigorous certification exam. This means they have a deep knowledge of the specialized areas of medicine and surgery, and can provide the highest standard of care to their patients.
The vet surgeons at Upstate Veterinary Specialties are on the cutting edge of spinal surgery and brain surgery for dogs, cats, and small animals. They also work closely with specialists in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Neurology, Diagnostic Imaging and Critical Care to ensure the most effective outcome for your pet. Remember that any surgery could be risky and require regular follow-up visits by your veterinarian.
Internal Medicine
Veterinary internal medicine specialists are experts in the treatment and diagnosis of illnesses that affect your pet's internal organ systems. This includes the gastrointestinal system, liver, kidneys and lungs. These doctors are also taught how these systems interact and
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If you have a problem with your pet's digestive tract, liver or kidneys or if the initial diagnostic tests are not providing answers the primary vet will refer you to a veterinary specialist. These specialists are also called on when chronic illnesses such as Cushing's disease, diabetes Addison or thyroid issues become complex. These diseases require constant monitoring, frequent evaluation and advanced technology like cardiac ultrasonography to treat.
If a diagnosis is made, these physicians will often prescribe the most advanced treatments to treat the illness and improve the quality of life of your pet. They will also work with other specialists to maintain your pet's long-term health and wellbeing.
Radiology
Radiation therapy can be used by itself or in combination chemotherapy and/or surgery to treat various cancers. The aim is to kill the cancerous cells and shrink tumors. Radiation is usually well tolerated by pets. There are some short-term side effects, depending on the nature of the tumor and its location.
If your pet is diagnosed with cancer and is being treated by a specialist referred to as an vet oncologist. Oncologists are trained in a variety diagnostic methods that let us examine the inside of an animal, including x rays, ultrasounds, magnetic resonance imaging, and much more.
A veterinary oncologist specializes in the use of radiation, chemotherapy and other treatments that are systemic to treat cancer and eradicate tumors. This includes a variety of drugs used to destroy cancerous cells, stop their growth and help the body to naturally remove them. A vet oncologist could also suggest using a pet's immune system to fight against cancer by vaccinations.
The specialists in veterinary oncology work closely with radiation oncologists in order to develop treatment plans that are adapted to patients with different types of cancer. Their experience and expertise, as well as the specialized equipment they use allows them to provide the best care for animals under their care.
Radiation oncologists are experts in using an instrument that delivers high-energy radiation directly to the tumor area of the pet. They have a deep knowledge of how different tumors respond to radiation and they are experts at developing treatment plans that will maximize the benefits of radiation while preserving normal tissues. They are also highly trained in the set up and delivery of radiation treatment sessions, including stereotactic radiosurgery/stereotactic radiation therapy (SRS/SRT). These techniques use an electronic linear acceleration system to deliver radiation doses at precise places over the course of several weeks.
Emergency Critical Care
This veterinary area focuses on pets with life-threatening or severe illnesses. These are typically patients who suffer from serious injuries or accidents that require constant care and monitoring to give them the best chance at survival.