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The Animal Medical Center
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The
Animal Medical Center of Fort Oglethorpe is
staffed by three veterinarians and a staff of qualified animal
caregivers. Commonly provided services
include: Physical
examinations Vaccinations Spaying/neutering Parasite control
(worms, heartworms, fleas,
ticks) Many other services
are offered for sick and injured pets, pets having behavioral
problems, and pets needing health certifications for purchase,
travel, or breeding. The diagnostic
equiptment available at the Animal Medical Center allows management
of complex and problematic medical cases. Nonetheless,
referrals to specialists are sometimes necessary.
Decisions regarding level of care and treatment options are always
discussed with the owner who is kept informed about the prognosis
for their pet.
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Diagnostic and Therapeutic
Services: Our hospital is equipped to
provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to care for your pets'
complete health care needs. Diagnostic tools and
equiptment include: Hemagen chemistry analyzer,
Heska hematology unit, electrolyte unit, 300ma X-ray with automatic
film processor, electrocardiogram, ECG monitor, Pulse oximeters,
electronic gram scale, endoscope, blood pressure monitor, Tonopen
(ocular pressure), glucometer, lactate monitor, wall mounted
ophthalmoscopes/otoscopes, and color doppler ultrasound.
Therapeutic aids include: Large and small
ICU/Oxygen cages, pediatric incubator, oxygen generator, patient
heat blocks, I.V. fluid pumps, and electronic lift
tables/scales. Surgical Services:
Our surgical suite provides for the performance of a wide variety
of surgical procedures. Reserved for sterile surgical procedures,
the O.R. features advanced lighting, radiograph viewers, several
general surgical packs, orthopedic pack, and ophthalmic
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Anesthesia:
We utilize the safest available anesthetics to provide that extra
margin of safety, especially for our older or high risk patients.
Using the most modern equipment, the patient's vital signs are
monitored during all anesthetic procedures. Pulse oximetry and ECG
monitors are available. Isoflurane and Sevoflurane anesthesia are
available along with a variety of injectable sedative and
anesthetic agents. Imaging Services:
Our on-site, modern X-ray equipment provides high quality
radiographs to aid in the diagnosis of many disorders. Color
doppler ultrasound allows imaging of abdominal organs and pregnancy
evaluations. Echocardiography is also available for assessment of
cardiac changes Electrocardiography
Services: We provide ECG services on-site as well as
consultations with cardiology specialists. Echocardipgraphy and
blood pressure measurements are also available. Laboratory: Our
in-house laboratory facilities provide for serum chemistry,
electrolytes, hematology, serology, urinalysis and parasite
testing. We also utilize commercial veterinary laboratories for
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Pharmacy: We maintain a
complete inventory of pharmaceuticals, vitamins, shampoos and
heartworm preventatives to meet the needs of your pet. Compunding
services are available to make medicatins more palatable and easier
to administer to special patients. Dentistry: Our
dental services include teeth cleaning and polishing, tooth
extractions and oral surgery. Individualized Flea Control
Programs: We develop programs for the specific needs
of your pet and your own particular environmental situation. We
will review with you the best ways to control fleas in your house,
in your yard and on your pet. Dietary Counseling:
We will provide guidance regarding your pet's nutritional needs for
each life stage, including dietary requirements for growth, weight
maintenance and performance. We have Hills Prescription Diets and
Hill's Science Diets in stock and will gladly order other specialty
foods on an as needed basis. Behavioral
Counseling: We can provide advice regarding the
correction of problems such as excessive barking, chewing,
spraying, scratching, digging, house soiling and aggression. Boarding: We provide
pet boarding in our separate boarding kennel. All boarders receive
personal attention from our caring staff. Pets may be dropped off
and picked up during regular business hours Monday through
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Bathing: Routine and
therapeutic bathing services are available. Emergency Care:
Please call our main telephone number for instructions for
after-hour emergencies. If the Animal Medical Center is closed, The
Emergency Animal Clinic of Chattanooga is open, a veterinarian is
on duty, and your pet can be seen. Phone 698-4612 |
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