Southeast Veterinary Cardiology
Southeast Veterinary Cardiology is a cardiology practice in Atlanta, GA, led by a DACVIM-credentialed specialist. Procedures include Consultation, Cardiac physical exam, Murmur evaluations, and Pre-anesthesia evaluations.
About
Southeast Veterinary Cardiology (SEVC) provides board-certified veterinary cardiology consulting services directly to primary care veterinary clinics in metro Atlanta and its northern suburbs. Their practice is limited solely to cardiology care, focusing on in-hospital echocardiograms performed by a board-certified veterinary cardiologist, 6-lead ECGs, and cardiac physical exams. They do not use ultrasound technicians or non-cardiology specialists for evaluations.
SEVC operates as a referral-only mobile service, visiting established primary care veterinary clinics to manage cardiac disease in patients. They do not have their own clinic and do not schedule consultations directly with pet owners. Referrals are made through the pet's primary care veterinarian, with immediate reports and direct communication provided to the DVM at the time of evaluation.
Surgical team
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Brandon Pogue
DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Dr. Pogue earned his DVM from the University of Georgia in 2008, completed a rotating internship at Purdue University, and a cardiology residency at the University of Florida, becoming board-certified in 2012.
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Eryn Pogue
DVM
Dr. Pogue earned her DVM from the University of Florida in 2012, completed a rotating internship at Georgia Veterinary Specialists in 2013.
Procedures
- Consultation
- Cardiac physical exam
- Murmur evaluations
- Pre-anesthesia evaluations
- IN-HOSPITAL ECHOCARDIOGRAM
- cardiology care
- 6 lead ECG
Equipment
- GE Vivid iq
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Frequently asked questions
- What services does Southeast Veterinary Cardiology offer?
- Southeast Veterinary Cardiology offers in-hospital echocardiograms performed by a board-certified veterinary cardiologist, murmur evaluations, pre-anesthesia evaluations, and 6-lead ECGs as an add-on. They also provide cardiac physical exams and consultations, including immediate reports and direct communication with the referring DVM.
- How can a pet owner schedule a cardiology consultation for their pet with SEVC?
- Pet owners must contact their primary care veterinarian to schedule a consultation with Southeast Veterinary Cardiology at their clinic. SEVC is a referral-only service and does not schedule consultations directly with pet owners or perform in-home evaluations.
- Does Southeast Veterinary Cardiology meet directly with pet owners to discuss results?
- No, Southeast Veterinary Cardiology does not meet directly with pet owners or discuss results via phone. Dr. Pogue communicates directly only with the referring veterinarian. The primary care veterinarian is responsible for discussing findings and treatment recommendations with the pet owner, supported by client-friendly handouts provided by SEVC.
- What type of equipment does SEVC use for echocardiograms?
- Southeast Veterinary Cardiology performs echocardiograms using a GE Vivid iq. This is described as the newest generation of portable cardiac-specific ultrasound available for both humans and animals.
- What should a veterinarian do if their patient with suspected cardiac issues is unstable?
- If a patient is unstable with symptoms such as dyspnea, frequent fainting/collapsing, severe lethargy, or pale mucus membranes, immediate referral to a hospital with a cardiologist on staff and 24-hour emergency care is recommended. Examples of such facilities include St. Francis, University of Georgia, Auburn, or Blue Pearl.
Contact & hours
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