Meridian Veterinary Services
Meridian Veterinary Services is a general practice in Silver Spring, MD. Procedures include Chinese Herbs, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, and Prolotherapy.
About
Meridian Veterinary Services is an integrative small animal hospital located in Silver Spring, Maryland, providing a combination of traditional veterinary medicine and holistic care for dogs and cats. The practice offers general medicine services including wellness care, vaccinations, health certificates, sick patient care, and routine surgical procedures such as spays and neuters. In-house diagnostics and dental care are also available to support the health of local pets.
Beyond primary care, the clinic emphasizes integrative modalities such as acupuncture, chiropractic adjustments, Chinese herbal medicine, and Tui-Na therapeutic massage. The practice serves the greater DC metro area, focusing on a comprehensive approach to pet health that integrates various therapeutic techniques to manage chronic conditions, pain, and mobility issues. The clinic is led by a veterinarian with extensive experience in both general practice and emergency medicine.
Surgical team
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Leanne J. Lipton
BS, DVM, CVA, CVSMT, CVC, CVTN, CVFT
Dr. Leanne Lipton has 28+ years of experience in traditional veterinary medicine, emergency & critical care, and holistic pet care.
Procedures
- Chinese Herbs
- Acupuncture
- Chiropractic
- Prolotherapy
- Tui-Na
- Non-anesthetic Dental cleaning
- Infrared Light Therapy
- Homeopathy
Frequently asked questions
- What holistic veterinary services are available at Meridian Veterinary Services?
- The clinic provides a wide range of integrative modalities including acupuncture, chiropractic spinal manipulation, and Chinese therapeutic massage known as Tui-Na. They also offer homeopathy, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional consulting, and regenerative orthopedic treatments such as prolotherapy. Additionally, the practice utilizes vibrational therapy, infrared light therapy, and acoustical therapy to support patient health and comfort.
- Does the clinic provide general veterinary medicine in addition to holistic care?
- Yes, the practice offers a full suite of general medicine services for dogs and cats. This includes routine wellness exams, vaccinations, health certificates, and sick patient care. The clinic also performs surgical procedures such as spays and neuters, as well as dental care and biopsies.
- What is the approach to dental care at this practice?
- Meridian Veterinary Services provides dental care as part of their general medicine offerings. The clinic specifically offers non-anesthetic dental cleaning, which involves a gentle cleaning of the pet's teeth without the use of general anesthesia.
- What conditions can be managed with acupuncture at this clinic?
- Acupuncture is used at the practice to manage a variety of health concerns including pain, mobility issues, and neurological conditions. It is also utilized to help reduce inflammation, address digestive diseases, treat allergies, and manage endocrine or hormonal imbalances. Many patients also receive acupuncture to assist with autoimmune diseases and certain behavioral issues.