What is the process for referring a patient to CVCA Waltham?

Referring a patient to CVCA Waltham is designed to be easy for primary care veterinarians. They can complete a referral form, after which CVCA staff will contact the pet owner to schedule a convenient appointment. This process ensures a smooth transition of care for referred patients.

What services are included in a cardiology examination at CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets?

A full cardiology examination at CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets includes a physical exam, a comprehensive echocardiogram, and the development of diagnostics and a treatment plan. The team assesses the pet’s medical history, performs a non-invasive physical examination, and a board-certified cardiologist or cardiology resident conducts a focused cardiac examination.

How does CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets diagnose heart disease in pets?

The veterinary cardiology team diagnoses heart disease by performing a full echocardiogram of the pet’s heart, which is a non-invasive ultrasound. This procedure, typically lasting 15-25 minutes, provides valuable information on the location, type, and severity of heart disease. The cardiologist explains the findings during and after the echocardiogram.

What are some common signs of heart disease in dogs and cats?

Dogs with heart disease may exhibit coughing, trouble breathing, fainting, weakness, exercise intolerance, or abdominal distension. Cats with advanced disease might hide more, be lethargic, have an increased respiratory rate and effort, faint, or experience a sudden onset of painful forelimb lameness or hind limb paralysis. These symptoms warrant immediate veterinary evaluation.

Can I get my pet's prescribed cardiac medications through CVCA?

Yes, pet owners can easily obtain medications prescribed by their veterinary cardiologist through the CVCA Pharmacy. Medications can be ordered online and are sent directly to the pet owner's address, providing a convenient way to manage their pet's cardiac treatment plan.

CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets - Waltham

CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets - Waltham is a general practice practice in Waltham, MA. Procedures include diagnostics and treatment plan, echocardiogram, cardiology examination, and physical exam.

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About

CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets in Waltham, MA, is a specialty veterinary cardiology practice. The clinic provides comprehensive cardiac examinations, including physical exams, blood pressure readings, and full echocardiograms using advanced technology. Their services focus on diagnosing and developing treatment plans for pets with heart conditions, supported by board-certified veterinary cardiologists. A dedicated pharmacy allows pet owners to easily order prescribed cardiac medications online for home delivery.

The Waltham location operates within BluePearl Pet Hospital Specialty + Emergency, which offers 24/7/365 emergency services. CVCA Waltham primarily serves patients referred by primary care veterinarians, who can complete a referral form for their clients. The clinic offers same-day availability for urgent cases and provides a detailed visit summary to pet owners, with a full report forwarded to the referring veterinarian.

Surgical team

Julia Lindholm

DVM Diplomate, ACVIM (Cardiology)

Procedures

diagnostics and treatment plan
echocardiogram
cardiology examination
physical exam
blood pressure reading

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Frequently asked questions

What is the process for referring a patient to CVCA Waltham?: Referring a patient to CVCA Waltham is designed to be easy for primary care veterinarians. They can complete a referral form, after which CVCA staff will contact the pet owner to schedule a convenient appointment. This process ensures a smooth transition of care for referred patients.
What services are included in a cardiology examination at CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets?: A full cardiology examination at CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets includes a physical exam, a comprehensive echocardiogram, and the development of diagnostics and a treatment plan. The team assesses the pet’s medical history, performs a non-invasive physical examination, and a board-certified cardiologist or cardiology resident conducts a focused cardiac examination.
How does CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets diagnose heart disease in pets?: The veterinary cardiology team diagnoses heart disease by performing a full echocardiogram of the pet’s heart, which is a non-invasive ultrasound. This procedure, typically lasting 15-25 minutes, provides valuable information on the location, type, and severity of heart disease. The cardiologist explains the findings during and after the echocardiogram.
What are some common signs of heart disease in dogs and cats?: Dogs with heart disease may exhibit coughing, trouble breathing, fainting, weakness, exercise intolerance, or abdominal distension. Cats with advanced disease might hide more, be lethargic, have an increased respiratory rate and effort, faint, or experience a sudden onset of painful forelimb lameness or hind limb paralysis. These symptoms warrant immediate veterinary evaluation.
Can I get my pet's prescribed cardiac medications through CVCA?: Yes, pet owners can easily obtain medications prescribed by their veterinary cardiologist through the CVCA Pharmacy. Medications can be ordered online and are sent directly to the pet owner's address, providing a convenient way to manage their pet's cardiac treatment plan.

Contact & hours

Address

180 Bear Hill Rd
Waltham

Phone

(781) 208-0127

Website

cvcavets.com/locations/waltham

4.9 · 155 Google reviews

Recent reviews

7 months ago

danielle patton

I took my dog to CVCA Cardiac Care in Waltham for an echocardiogram and I am so glad I did. From start to finish, the experience was excellent. Scheduling the appointment was easy and timely, and once we arrived, the staff greeted us with warmth and professionalism. Everyone was personable, compassionate, and truly went out of their way to make the visit seamless. My dog can be quite anxious at the vet, but the team made him feel comfortable and cared for throughout the appointment. They explained everything clearly, answered all of my questions, and I felt reassured that my pet was in the best hands. Highly recommend CVCA Waltham for anyone needing specialized cardiac care for their pets—the combination of expertise and kindness here is unmatched
5 months ago

Cheyenne Abba

Dr. Duler, her assistant Justin, and the entire team were professional, compassionate, and truly attentive. When choosing a cardiologist for my dog, I had two non-negotiables: that she receive individualized, compassionate care—and that I be allowed to stay with her during scans to help ease her anxiety. Dr. Duler and her team fully met both expectations. What stood out even more was their openness to exploring treatment options beyond strictly conventional paths. As pet owners, we want a team that listens, collaborates, and is willing to thoughtfully consider all safe options to give our pets the best possible quality of life. I felt heard, supported, and completely comfortable asking questions throughout the visit. Another priority for me was transparency and access to information. While they don’t appear to use a patient app, the team has been excellent about promptly sharing test results via email. Having easy access to my dog’s medical information is incredibly important to me, and they made that seamless. I’m very grateful to have found a cardiology team that combines expertise, compassion, openness, and clear communication.
3 months ago

W B

A little more expensive than other places, but worth it! My dog was having acute heart issue and regular vet recommended us to see a cardiologist for echocardiogram. I called around VCA and MSPA and their earliest appointment is one to two months away respectively. CVCA is a little far from my house but my dog needs to be seen so I called them anyway. They gave me an appointment the next week. Over joyed but still worried. After I finished their paperwork, that afternoon, they called me and said to bring my dog in the next morning because they were concerned about my dog. I really like how this works instead of just making an appointment and be on the waitlist for a sooner appointment. Facility is clean and staffs are very nice. Overall satisfied.

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5 months ago

Geri LaJoie

Calm and caring environment for our dear Ziggy Graypants— minimum of stress and complete confidence in the evaluation of his cardiologist. We were happy to have quickly gotten and appointment— every other place we tried either didn’t respond at all or was booked way out. It’s a much happier holiday for us knowing Zig is fine for now and in good hands for his future care.
5 months ago

Yutaka Ishizaka

Had an echocardiogram for our cat. The doctor and staff were helpful and caring and the procedure went very quickly and smoothly. Great expertise on the part of the doctor leading to a quick and positive diagnosis. The whole process including booking an appointment, getting checked in and examined, was excellent and very professionally handled. I would recommend CVCA to any pet owner whose pet needs cardiac evaluation.

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