Veterinary Specialty Center Tucson
Veterinary Specialty Center Tucson is a general practice practice in Tucson, AZ. Procedures include Radiology, Emergency veterinary care, Critical care, and Overnight monitoring.
About
Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson provides 24/7 emergency and urgent care for cats and dogs, alongside specialty veterinary services by appointment. The center offers advanced diagnostics, surgery, and critical care, supported by board-certified veterinary specialists and emergency veterinarians. Diagnostic capabilities include a CT scanner and in-house lab.
Clients come from areas including Sierra Vista, Phoenix, Flagstaff, Northwest Tucson, Las Cruces, New Mexico, and El Paso, Texas. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with urgent care available for non-life-threatening conditions. Specialty services are provided by appointment.
Procedures
- Radiology
- Emergency veterinary care
- Critical care
- Overnight monitoring
- In-house diagnostic services
- Canine and Feline blood and plasma transfusions
- Outpatient ultrasounds
- Intensive care
- Urgent pet care
- Advanced medical imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, CT)
- Specialty veterinary services
- Diagnostic imaging
- Advanced patient monitoring
- Soft tissue surgery
- Therapeutics (telemetry, oxygen and ventilator therapy)
Equipment
- CT scanner
- In-house lab
- Digital radiology
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of specialty veterinary services are available at Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson?
- Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson offers advanced veterinary services in a variety of specialties, including surgery, radiology, and critical care. These services are provided by board-certified veterinary specialists and cover procedures ranging from elective surgeries to advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, as well as diagnostic imaging and critical care monitoring for severely injured or ill pets.
- What diagnostic imaging services are offered by the board-certified veterinary radiologist?
- The board-certified veterinary radiologist at Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson provides diagnostic imaging and interpretation to diagnose various medical conditions. Services include digital radiology, outpatient ultrasounds, and film-reading services for primary care veterinarians. The facility uses state-of-the-art diagnostic capabilities, including a CT scanner and an in-house lab, to provide accurate diagnoses and efficient treatment plans.
- What is the difference between urgent care and emergency care at Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson?
- Emergency care at Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson is for situations requiring immediate attention or that are potentially life-threatening, such as severe bleeding, seizures, difficulty breathing, or suspected poisoning. Urgent care is offered for non-life-threatening cases, including ear/eye infections, minor lacerations, broken toenails, anal gland issues, vomiting/diarrhea, abscesses, allergies, and lameness. Both services are available 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays.
- What should I do if my pet has ingested a potentially poisonous substance?
- If you suspect your pet has ingested a potentially poisonous substance, such as antifreeze, xylitol, chocolate, or rodent poison, you should first call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) at (888) 426-4435. Their experts can evaluate your pet's symptoms and direct you to appropriate treatment, providing a case number to streamline the process when your pet receives treatment at the hospital.