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Internal Medicine

At Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital

With best-in-class medicine, technology, and an expert team, we’re fully prepared to provide the complete, compassionate care your pet needs.

We’re here for you (and them)

Schedule a visit. No referral needed.

We want you and your pet to have the best experience possible. If you need us to reach out to your primary care veterinarian for your records, we’re happy to do so.

You've come to the right place

We’re open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and require no referral or appointment for emergency services.

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Conditions

If your pet is experiencing any of these conditions, our board-certified specialists and teams have the expertise to make a difference.

  • Respiratory diseases like asthma in cats or bronchitis in dogs
  • Autoimmune diseases such as Immune mediated polyarthritis or immune mediated thrombocytopenia
  • Gastrointestinal diseases, including inflammatory bowel disease or pancreatitis
  • Liver diseases like hepatic lipidosis or cirrhosis
  • Kidney diseases such as chronic urinary infection or renal failure
  • Endocrine diseases, including Cushing's disease or diabetes mellitus
  • Hematologic diseases like hemolytic anemia or thrombocytopenia
  • Infectious diseases such as leptospirosis or blastomycosis
  • Bladder diseases such as ectopic ureters or stones

Diagnostics

Comprehensive diagnostic testing allows you to gain a complete understanding of your pet’s condition.

  • Blood/urine testing
  • X-rays
  • Ultrasound
  • Endoscopy
  • Biopsies
  • Cystoscopy
  • Fluoroscopy

Treatments

Our approach to treatment prioritizes improving your pet’s quality of life through personalized, compassionate care.

  • Medication
  • Nutritional support
  • Rhinoscopy
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Cystoscopy
  • Laparoscopy
  • Laser ectopic ureter repair
  • Upper and lower GI scoping
  • Transfusions

Prepare for your visit

  • 01Call us directly to schedule an appointment or register your pet before you arrive.
  • 02We’ll gather your pet’s records and collaborate with your primary care veterinarian.
  • 03Note your pet’s medications, food type, eating habits, and symptoms.

During your visit

  • 01We’ll examine your pet and talk through any additional tests, if needed.
  • 02If your pet is admitted to the hospital, we’ll contact you with any updates or changes in your pet’s condition.
  • 03You’ll receive a treatment plan, any medication, and helpful guidance before you leave. If your pet was admitted to the hospital, please allow up to one hour for the discharge process.

After your visit

  • 01Follow the treatment plan as prescribed by your vet and attend any follow-up visits.
  • 02You know your pet best. If anything seems amiss or you have any concerns, give us a call — we’re here for you.
  • 03Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as a part of your pet’s ongoing care.

Our internal medicine team

When your pet needs care, our highly trained specialists are here to help.

Frequently asked questions

Understand more about your pet’s condition and treatment options.

Internal medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating complex conditions affecting internal organs including the gastrointestinal tract, liver, lungs, kidneys, and endocrine system. Our specialists manage multiple medical issues simultaneously and are trained in rare and unusual diseases.


New patients

Fast track your visit

Save time by filling out our client registration form before your visit. (Not required.)

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