Diagnostic Services

 

Getting accurate test results in a timely manner is often one of the most challenging aspects of a correct diagnosis. That’s why our clinic provides:

 

• “Digital X-Rays”
• Hematology
• Endoscopy
• Ultrasound
• Integrated Records Management

About our Services

We provide the most technologically advanced integrated veterinary care on the Western Slope of Colorado. The benefits of these technologies include:
 

    •  Significantly improved patient care

    •  Increase the speed and accuracy of diagnosis

    •  Sustainability, Environmentally responsible
 

Digital Radiography also called Digital “X-rays”

 

We are one of the few veterinary hospitals on the Western Slope of Colorado offering this service. Digital technology has many advantages over traditional film technology.

 

Major benefits:

1. Enhanced detail: Enables a more accurate diagnosis.
2. Speed: Shorten your office wait time.
3. Less Radiation: Safer for your pet
4. No Chemicals: Better for the environment

 

Digital radiography is state-of-the-art diagnostics in both human and veterinary medicine.

 

In House Blood Analysis

 

We generally do not need to send routine samples to an outside laboratory; we are capable of performing extensive diagnostic blood work, on multiple patients, 24 hours a day and have the results in minutes. We have a blood chemistry analyzer, two Complete Blood Count (CBC) machines and a hormone assay machine. Our chemistry analyzer can process multiple samples at once; including electrolytes. It is imperative to have this information to make accurate treatment recommendations and provide the exceptional care your companion needs.

 

Endoscopy

 

Endoscopy allows a visual examination of internal organs and body parts without invasive exploratory surgery.  An endoscope also allows for a less painful way to document a disease process.  Small biopsies may be taken to help make a diagnosis and decide the best course of treatment.

 

Our flexible endoscope has a slim design, effective for both large and small animals. We have a variety of accessories which include several biopsy instruments and retrieval snares.  The scope is most frequently used to examine the digestive system.

 

For horses the endoscope allows to examine the horse’s nose, guttural pouches, esophagus and trachea for infections, lesions, and dysfunction.

 

Ultrasound or Ultrasonography

 

Our ultrasound equipment allows for a non-invasive approach to obtain instant information about a wide range of body systems and in some cases the dynamic function of organs can be assessed. Equipped with a color flow Doppler we are also able to asses the cardiovascular system. This is a very versatile diagnostic tool, many organ systems can be examined and measured without pain or discomfort.

 

Integrated Records Management

 

We have an advanced software system which digitally integrates our electronic medical records, digital x-rays, digital ultrasound images and diagnostic laboratory samples (both in-house and samples sent out to off site laboratories). We believe this maintains the most complete medical record and minimizes the chance of misplaced results.  We are able to access a patient’s complete medical history, including: physical exams, digital images, prescription history, medical alerts, blood work and other laboratory tests within seconds from any of our computers.