At Abbotts Way Veterinary Clinic we pride ourselves in providing a comprehensive, high quality medical and diagnostic service.

Our veterinary hospital is fully equipped and purpose built and we like to stay abreast of current advances in veterinary medicine by undertaking continuing education in the form of conferences and distance education.

We are also members of the VIN (Veterinary Information Network) allowing us to access information and advice from leading specialists around the world

Diagnostic Imaging

We have an in-house x-ray machine and a brand new automatic processor allowing us to perform x-rays on site on demand.

We are also able to perform hip scores and elbow scores to screen for developmental orthopaedic problems such as hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia.

Ultrasound is also available at Abbotts Way and is a valuable addition to our Diagnostic Imaging service.

Through a referral to Dr. Chris Warman at VSG a CT Scan or MRI scan is available should it be required.

 

Electrocardiography                        

An ECG or electrocardiogram graphs the electrical conductivity in the heart muscle and may be used to help diagnose various heart conditions, electrolyte imbalances and drug toxicities. A lot of these conditions can be life threatening so having an ECG on site is important to allow us to diagnose and treat many of these disorders as quickly as possible.

Diagnostic Laboratory

When diagnostic testing is required it is important that test results are back to us as soon as possible. Our in-house laboratory allows us to have ready access to blood and urine test results (often within thirty minutes) This means in many cases rapid diagnosis and treatment of your pet's medical condition.

The in-house laboratory also means quick turnaround on pre anaesthetic tests on your pet on the morning of their surgery.

We are able to run Full Blood Counts, Serum Chemistry and Electrolyte Analysis as well as tests of Thyroid and Adrenal function. Other more specialised bloodtests are couriered to the local Gribbles laboratory and results are usually obtained within 24 hours.

We are also able to perform cytology on some lumps, fluid and skin scrapings in house meaning rapid diagnosis.

Referral Service

As in human medicine complex cases sometimes require treatment at a specialist facility.  If necessary we are able to offer rapid referral to local  veterinary specialists for

• Opthalmic conditions
• Dermatological conditions
• Ultrasound, MRI, CT scans
• Medical cases
• Surgical cases

 

199 Abbotts Way, Remuera, ph 524 8361