Board-Certified Veterinary Internal Medicine

Veterinary internists specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of congenital and acquired diseases affecting various organ systems, including:

• Respiratory tract
• Liver and gall bladder
• Kidneys and urinary tract
• Gastrointestinal tract
• Endocrine system (thyroid, adrenal glands, diabetes)
• Spleen, lymph nodes, blood, and bone marrow

They also manage infections, autoimmune diseases, and other multi-organ conditions. Internists often provide second opinions for complex cases.

Diagnostic and Treatment Tools

Internists collaborate with other specialists and employ various techniques, including:

• Ultrasound: Examination of the chest, abdomen, and other areas.
• Endoscopy: Rigid and flexible camera insertion for examination, tissue sampling, and therapeutic procedures in the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urinary tracts.
• Biopsy: Sampling of superficial and internal tissues and organs.
• Laboratory Testing: Specialized tests for hormonal, infectious, and other diseases.
• Transfusion Medicine: Blood transfusions.
• Feeding Tube Placement: Nutritional support.
• Intensive Care: Critical care for seriously ill patients.