Clinton Parkway

Medical Services

Internal medicine

We cover all areas of internal medicine including: Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Oncology, Endocrinology among others.

We can take the pressure!

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is now recognized as a frequent problem in our senior pets. It is a complicating factor in many of our pets with kidney disease, diabetes, thyroid conditions, obesity, and conditions with excessive cortisone levels. Unrecognized and uncontrolled hypertension can result in sudden blindness, heart disease, progressive kidney disease, and neurological damage.

Now for some encouraging words! The Parks Doppler Blood Pressure Monitor is very accurate in determining blood pressure in our pets, and can be done quickly and without discomfort or risk. Plus, new research has found safe, effective medications to control this disease and prevent the damage it can create.

Dental services

• Dental cleaning and prophylaxis: Performed under general anesthesia, the dental prophy is performed by one of our certified veterinary technicians.
• Extractions: A diseased tooth results in infection and pain for your pet. If repair of the tooth is not possible or desired, extraction will bring relief.
• Periodontal surgery: Periodontal disease results in the loss of bone tissue around the roots of a tooth. As an alternative to extraction, periodontal surgery may increase the functional life of a tooth if the pet’s owner is willing to participate in home care.
• Endodontic therapy: Root canal treatment will help preserve a tooth that has lost vital blood supply, is infected, or is broken. Such treatment will preserve most functions of the tooth and maintain the pet’s appearance.

Radiology

We have excellent diagnostic imaging capabilities at Clinton Parkway Animal Hospital. A state-of-the-art x-ray machine provides the best range of exposure for any size patient. In addition, there are numerous safety features that keep our staff and patients safe. We have an automatic x-ray processor that allows us to develop radiographs in just a few minutes with consistently high quality.

Dr. Joanne Burns, Board Certified in veterinary radiology, reviews all radiographs taken at our hospital.

Ultrasound services

This non-invasive, state-of-the-art technology uses sound waves to painlessly examine specific internal organs, primarily the heart and abdominal organs. Pregnancy evaluations are also available.

This is an ultrasound study of a dog at 20 days of pregnancy. The fluid-filled bladder enhances visibility of the uterus. The uterine horns are distended by two embryonic sacs. A fetal heartbeat will be visible by 24 days of gestation.

Nutritional counseling

Some pets require special food, and all pets benefit from a balanced diet. Our trained and certified staff is available to help you choose the right diet for your pet to keep him or her happy, healthy and active.

Pain management

Veterinary patients feel pain and discomfort under the same circumstances as people do. We know that recognizing and alleviating pain in animals is essential for patient care and healing.

Glaucoma

Until recently, veterinarians had to rely on the Schiotz tonometer to measure pressure within the eye. This instrument is cumbersome to use and requires a large degree of pet restraint. A new instrument has become available, greatly enhancing glaucoma screening. The Tono-Pen XL is a pen-sized hand held computerized tonometer that is gently touched to the cornea to measure intra-ocular eye pressure.

In which animals is it appropriate to screen for glaucoma?

• All red eyes
• All head trauma
• All eye trauma

Microchip ID implants

Microchips have helped reunite thousands of pets with their families. We offer the most widely used microchip products to increase the chances of a safe recovery of lost pets. It’s safe, simple and effective. It’s a great feeling to know you’ve taken the extra step to help prevent the heartbreak of a lost pet.

Fully stocked pharmacy

Since human pharmacies do not carry many of the prescription products approved for pets, we stock the safest and most effective veterinary drugs in the animal health care field. These products are supplied to us directly from the manufacturers.