Veterinary Diagnostic Centers
Veterinary Diagnostic Centers is a general practice practice in Chicago, IL. Procedures include System Focused Abdominal Ultrasound, Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Aspirates, echocardiograms, and Holter monitoring.
About
Veterinary Diagnostic Centers specializes in advanced diagnostic imaging, offering veterinary ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and blood tests. They utilize state-of-the-art ultrasound imaging technology to see inside pets without invasive procedures, anesthesia, or radiation. The team is Fear Free Certified, and professional reports are provided by board-certified internists and cardiologists. They prioritize reducing stress for pets and owners, encouraging owners to stay with their pets during appointments.
The center operates on a referral basis, coordinating with primary veterinarians to provide optimal care and communication. They aim to improve access to specialist expertise, offering remote consultations with board-certified internists for detailed assessments and comprehensive case reviews. Services are provided in a calm, outpatient setting for dogs and cats, with a focus on timely results and specialist recommendations back to the referring veterinarian.
Surgical team
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Jeff Bloomberg
Procedures
- System Focused Abdominal Ultrasound
- Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Aspirates
- echocardiograms
- Holter monitoring
- Laboratory Tests
- ECG
- blood pressure
- Abdominal Ultrasound
- blood tests
- video capsule endoscopy
- Echocardiogram with Comprehensive Cardiology Consultation
- Holter Monitor Testing (Dogs only)
- veterinary ultrasounds
- Abdominal Ultrasound with Internist Case Analysis
Equipment
- Ultrasound imaging technology
Photos
Photos via Google · Veterinary Diagnostic Centers, Margaux Herring, H. Stewart
Frequently asked questions
- Can I stay with my pet during their diagnostic procedure?
- Yes, Veterinary Diagnostic Centers encourages pet owners to be present during the ultrasound to help decrease stress for both the pet and the owner. The goal is for pets and owners to be in and out within an hour or less, with owner presence often making pets more comfortable and less likely to require additional sedation.
- Do I need a referral from my primary veterinarian to schedule an appointment?
- A referral is not strictly necessary to book an appointment. However, once an appointment is scheduled, Veterinary Diagnostic Centers communicates with your veterinarian to confirm that the requested service was recommended. This ensures coordinated care with your primary veterinary provider.
- How quickly will my veterinarian receive the results from the diagnostic tests?
- Veterinary Diagnostic Centers typically provides ultrasound reports to your veterinarian within one business day. This fast turnaround ensures that your primary veterinarian receives the necessary information promptly to make informed decisions regarding your pet's treatment plan.
- What preparation is required for my pet before an abdominal ultrasound or echocardiogram?
- For abdominal ultrasounds, pets need to be fasted for 8-12 hours and ideally have a full bladder. Cardiac ultrasounds do not require fasting or a full bladder. For both procedures, oral sedatives are strongly recommended by your referring veterinarian to ensure a smooth process and reduce stress.
- Does Veterinary Diagnostic Centers provide emergency services for critically ill pets?
- No, Veterinary Diagnostic Centers is not equipped or staffed to handle critical patients or emergencies. If your pet is in an emergency situation, it is strongly recommended to contact your primary veterinarian or the closest veterinary emergency hospital immediately for appropriate care.