Services

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Diagnostic Imaging

A large proportion of animals seen at the hospital by our specialist-led disciplines will require some form of diagnostic imaging. These studies are carried out in a timely fashion, delivered with high quality care and assessed in detail. This service is delivered by a committed and conscientious diagnostic imaging team. The team draws it experience from a background of veterinary nurses, NHS-trained radiographers and is headed up by a veterinary radiologist with over 17 years experience in the field of radiology. In addition to our on-site team we have the added support and advice on image interpretation provided by some of Europe’s experts within Mars Veterinary Health, and beyond.

Each patient is unique and can offer unique challenges.

Over the last few years, the diagnostic imaging department has benefitted from substantial investment with the purchase and installation of a Toshiba Aquilion Lightning 16-row helical CT scanner, a Siemens CIOS connect fluoroscopy unit, and an Esaote Veterinary Mylab Eight eXP ultrasound machine. These are operated along with a computed radiography suite and a Hitachi MRI scanner.

The combination of skill in acquiring good quality images together with the experience of interpretation in the clinical context means we can make swift decisions for the most appropriate care pathway for each individual patient. CT-assisted and ultrasound-guided biopsy techniques are regularly performed for enhanced diagnostic yield. Where applicable, this accommodates a minimally-invasive, low-morbidity and cost-effective route to securing expeditious diagnoses.

Our collective goal, across the hospital specialties, is to inform and initiate a tailored treatment plan for the animals entrusted to our care, and their owners. The team shares an on-call rota to facilitate the provision of advanced imaging to patients referred as emergencies, when the clinical need warrants it, as determined by the specialist lead clinician.

Testimonials

What our clients say:

    
 
 
        
   Vincent Ward 
 2024-04-02
 
 
  An exemplary practice in all respects. The veterinary surgeons, nurses and support staff continue to take such wonderful care of my Labrador, Albie. He could not be in safer hands. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending this practice to all those seeking specialist medical treatment for their beloved pets.
  
 
       
   John Taylor 
 2024-03-27
 
 
  Caring staff, saved my dog's life
  
 
       
   Lisa Braithwaite 
 2024-03-25
 
 
  Absolutely incredible team, everyone was extremely friendly and the vets were amazing. So knowledgable and communicated everything to us about our dog. The treatment our dog received was amazing and when we picked him up we had a full care plan going forward. I would 100% recommend if your pet needs specialist treatment!
  
 
       
   Vicki Lester 
 2024-03-23
 
 
  Absolutely fantastic service. From the receptionist to the vets and nurses, they were all brilliant. Made a very stressful time easier for us. Very grateful for their compassion and support in making the right decisions for our little Bella
  
 
       
   Pam Adshead 
 2024-03-17
 
 
  Cannot praise them highly enough. They saved Harry’s life, everybody from reception through to  Serena were incredibly kind and compassionate. Thank you doesn’t cover it
  
 
       
   Rosie J 
 2024-03-08
 
 
  Bruno was treated amazingly,  like he was one of your family, thanks!
  
 
       
   Ciara 
 2024-03-04
 
 
  Wow what an amazing practice! Such a welcoming environment with very friendly receptionists. We saw Francesca today whose knowledge is phenomenal, and she really took the time to talk in depth about our concerns and to get a very in depth history. She even went out of her way to get a neurologist to look at our dog to give us peace of mind. Blood tests done same day no issues. Highly recommend. Thank you Northwest!
  
 
       
   Bob Neale 
 2024-02-18
 
 
  From arrival at the hospital under very traumatic circumstances we were supported and reassured that we were in the best place possible for our pet dog to
recover from her injury.
Everyone we met was understanding, empathetic, very reassuring and this was a great help.
"Thank you" is not enough to express our level of appreciation.
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 444 reviews

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