TeleCardiology by CVCA
TeleCardiology by CVCA is a general practice practice in Flower Mound, TX. Procedures include Physical Examination, TeleCardiology service, and Echocardiogram.
About
TeleCardiology by CVCA in Flower Mound, TX, offers specialized veterinary cardiology services. The clinic's unique approach involves echocardiology imaging performed on-site, with the images then transferred to a boarded cardiologist for review. This service is led by a board-certified veterinary cardiologist, ensuring expert evaluation of cardiac conditions. The clinic also provides access to the CVCA Pharmacy for prescribed medications.
The TeleCardiology service operates within the Flower Mound Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center. Pet owners can schedule appointments directly, or primary care veterinarians can refer patients. Following the imaging, a comprehensive report is sent to the pet's primary veterinarian within 48 hours for discussion of results and recommendations.
Surgical team
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Derek Hanes
DVM Diplomate, ACVIM (Cardiology)
Procedures
- Physical Examination
- TeleCardiology service
- Echocardiogram
Photos
Photos via Google · Kathleen Coleman
Frequently asked questions
- What is the process for a TeleCardiology appointment at CVCA?
- During a TeleCardiology appointment, a team member checks in the pet and escorts them for echocardiology imaging. Pet owners can wait in the lobby. After imaging, the pet is returned to the owner. The images are then sent to a boarded cardiologist for review, and a comprehensive report is sent to the primary veterinarian within 48 hours.
- How do primary care veterinarians refer a patient to TeleCardiology by CVCA?
- Primary care veterinarians can refer a patient by completing a referral form. Once the form is submitted, the TeleCardiology team will contact the pet owner directly to set up a convenient appointment time for the pet's cardiac evaluation.
- What type of specialist oversees the TeleCardiology services at CVCA?
- The TeleCardiology services at CVCA are overseen by a board-certified veterinary cardiologist. For example, Derek Hanes, DVM, is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology) and is part of the TeleCardiology by CVCA Team.
- Can pets get their prescribed heart 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 for convenience.
- What are common signs of heart disease in dogs and cats?
- In dogs, potential symptoms include coughing, trouble breathing, fainting, weakness, exercise intolerance, and abdominal distension. Cats with advanced disease may hide more, be lethargic, have increased respiratory rate and effort, faint, or experience sudden onset of painful forelimb lameness or hind limb paralysis.
Contact & hours
Address
3905 Long Prairie Rd Building 1
Flower Mound
Phone