HeartVet
HeartVet is a general practice practice in Centennial, CO, led by a DACVIM-credentialed specialist. Procedures include Echocardiogram, Feline Heart Focus, Doppler Blood Pressure, and Congestive Heart Failure Management.
About
HeartVet is a privately owned and operated out-patient cardiology clinic in Centennial, CO, specializing in veterinary cardiology. The clinic is led by Dr. Carrie Ginieczki, a board-certified veterinary cardiologist with extensive experience in treating serious cardiopulmonary conditions. HeartVet offers a comprehensive suite of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic options for pets' cardiovascular health, utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
The clinic provides individual, evidence-based care for dogs and cats, focusing on conditions such as congestive heart failure and feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. HeartVet serves the Centennial and Denver, Colorado community, acting as a resource for families seeking specialized cardiac care, including screenings for breeders and at-risk pets.
Surgical team
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Dr. Carrie Ginieczki
DVM, MS, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Dr. Carrie Ginieczki received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M University.
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Carolina Vicente
DVM
Dr. Vicente earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Lindsay Perlozzo
CVT
Lindsay has been a veterinary technician for 23 years!
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Alyssa Breed
CVA
Procedures
- Echocardiogram
- Feline Heart Focus
- Doppler Blood Pressure
- Congestive Heart Failure Management
- catheter-based techniques
- OFA and Feline Breed Screening
- Holter Monitoring
- Pre-Anesthetic Evaluation
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Cough Assessment
- Screening Echocardiograms
- Thoracic Radiography
Photos
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Frequently asked questions
- What specialized cardiology services does HeartVet offer?
- HeartVet provides a comprehensive suite of diagnostic and therapeutic options for pet cardiovascular health. Services include advanced cardiac diagnostics like echocardiograms, electrocardiograms (ECG), thoracic radiography, Doppler blood pressure, and Holter monitoring. The clinic also offers specialized evaluations such as pre-anesthetic evaluations, OFA and feline breed screenings, and screening echocardiograms.
- Who is the primary veterinary cardiologist at HeartVet?
- HeartVet is run by Dr. Carrie Ginieczki, who is a licensed, experienced, and board-certified veterinary cardiologist. She holds a DVM, MS, and is DACVIM (Cardiology). Dr. Ginieczki is also the founder and sole owner of HeartVet.
- What conditions does HeartVet specialize in treating?
- Dr. Carrie Ginieczki has years of experience treating serious cardiopulmonary conditions. She has a particular interest in treating subclinical heart disease (heart disease in patients without clinical signs), congestive heart failure, and feline heart disease, including feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
- What is an echocardiogram and when might a pet need one at HeartVet?
- A pet echocardiogram is a specialized ultrasound that provides detailed images of the heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow without invasive procedures. A veterinary specialist may recommend one if a heart murmur is detected, or if a pet shows symptoms like coughing, fatigue, breathing difficulties, or reduced activity levels.
- Does HeartVet offer screenings for hereditary heart conditions?
- Yes, HeartVet offers specialized evaluations and screenings. These include OFA and Feline Breed Screening for purebred dogs and cats to identify hereditary conditions before they are passed to future generations. They also provide screening echocardiograms for murmurs or structural changes in healthy-looking pets.