Digital Radiography (Digital “X-rays)
We are one of the few veterinary hospitals on the Western Slope of Colorado that has Digital Radiography. There are many benefits to this technology: image is ready quicker, ability to adjust or clarify an image, the images don’t deteriorate and no chemicals. Having digital images also makes it much easier for consultation and interpretation by specialists, when needed.
Digital Dental Radiography
San Juan Veterinary Clinic is one of a very few veterinary hospitals to have this critical tool. Dental radiography is necessary to adequately assess the roots of teeth. There is a lot of dental disease that occurs beneath the gum line that cannot be found without an “x-ray”; until it presents as severe and likely irreparable disease.
Ultrasound or Ultrasonography
Our ultrasound equipment allows for a rapid and non-invasive method to assess a wide range of organ systems. We even have Color Flow Doppler and M-Mode which enables us to assess the heart and blood vessels. Our veterinarians have extensive experience and training with ultrasonography. The digital images are saved in the patient record and can be submitted for consultation if needed.
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 assess the cardiovascular system. This is a very versatile diagnostic tool which we use daily.