CVCA Alameda East
CVCA Alameda East is a general practice practice in Denver, CO. Procedures include Treatment plan, Patient portal, Referral form, and Blood pressure reading.
About
CVCA Alameda East is a veterinary cardiology specialty clinic located in Denver, CO. The clinic focuses on advancing the medicine of veterinary cardiology, offering comprehensive cardiac care including physical examinations, echocardiograms, diagnostics, and treatment plans. It is staffed by board-certified veterinary cardiologists, including Ashley Sharpe, DVM, and Kendra LaFauci, DVM.
The clinic operates by appointment and accepts referrals from primary care veterinarians. It is situated within VCA Alameda East Veterinary Hospital, which provides 24/7 emergency services. Patients can schedule appointments via a patient portal or by calling for urgent cases. The clinic emphasizes providing outstanding care to pet patients with heart disease.
Surgical team
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Ashley Sharpe
DVM Diplomate, ACVIM (Cardiology)
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Kendra LaFauci
DVM Diplomate ACVIM (Cardiology)
Procedures
- Treatment plan
- Patient portal
- Referral form
- Blood pressure reading
- Diagnostics
- Physical exam
- CVCA Pharmacy
- Echocardiogram
- Full cardiology examination
Photos
Photos via Google · CVCA Alameda East, Christine Kim
Frequently asked questions
- Why might a pet need to see a veterinary cardiologist?
- Pet owners may be advised to see a board-certified veterinary cardiologist to determine the severity and treatment options for heart disease. These specialists have four additional years of advanced training after veterinary school and have passed rigorous testing with the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, demonstrating advanced expertise in cardiology.
- What services are included in a cardiology examination at CVCA Alameda East?
- A full cardiology examination at CVCA Alameda East includes a physical exam, a full echocardiogram, diagnostics, and a treatment plan. The team assesses the pet's medical history, performs a physical examination including blood pressure, and a board-certified cardiologist performs a focused cardiac examination and echocardiogram.
- How can pet owners schedule an appointment at CVCA Alameda East?
- Pet owners can schedule an appointment by signing up for the patient portal and choosing a preferred time, after which staff will contact them to finalize the schedule. For urgent cases, pet owners are advised to call the clinic directly.
- How do primary care veterinarians refer a patient to CVCA Alameda East?
- Primary care veterinarians can refer a patient by completing the clinic's referral form. Once the form is submitted, the clinic will contact the pet owner directly to set up a convenient appointment for their pet.
- What are some signs that a pet might have heart disease?
- Dogs with heart disease may show symptoms such as coughing, trouble breathing, fainting, weakness, exercise intolerance, or abdominal distension. Cats might exhibit hiding behavior, lethargy, increased respiratory rate and effort, fainting, or sudden onset of painful forelimb lameness or hind limb paralysis.