Veterinary Internal Medicine in Maury County
Diagnosis & Treatment of Internal Medicine Conditions in Pets
Veterinary internal medicine involves the treatment of diseases, conditions and disorders which affect animals' internal systems.
Our veterinarians bring extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of challenging internal health cases, from tumors and lung disease to nervous system or brain disorders.
At Veterinary Wellness Clinic Of Columbia, we have a variety of diagnostic tools and treatment methods at our disposal.
We can manage patients with multiple diseases or disorders, and provide effective treatment alternatives for those who do not respond well to standard procedures.
Veterinary Internal Medicine Conditions
If your pet is exhibiting symptoms of an internal condition, your vet will conduct a comprehensive physical exam of your pet to diagnose the issue and create a detailed treatment plan customized to their needs.
Our veterinarians diagnose and treat ailments in the following areas:
- Cardiology (heart-related disorders)
Just like people, cats and dogs can suffer from heart disorders and diseases. Using the technology in our in-house vet lab, our vets are able to examine your pet for signs of heart conditions in order to deliver rapid results. Quick diagnostic testing means your pet can have their treatment plan implemented sooner.
If we aren't able to diagnose or treat your cat or dog's heart condition through out internal medicine checks, we will forward you to a Board Certified Internal Medicine Vet in Maury County and work with them to make sure that your pet receives the best possible care.
- Reproductive Issues
Our team of veterinary professionals at Veterinary Wellness Clinic of Columbia in Maury County understands the financial investment and personal commitment that go into breeding companion animals properly. If your animal is experiencing reproductive difficulties, our vets will work to diagnose the issue and offer appropriate treatment options to help resolve the problem.
- Immunology (immune system disorders)
Your pet's immune system is responsible for the detection of and defense against foreign invaders and abnormal cells in you animal's body. That being said your pet's immune system may not always work like it should. If it doesn't your pet may be diagnosed with an immune-mediated disorder.
Common immune-mediated disorders in dogs and cats include anemia, arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome, hypothyroidism, allergies, and skin diseases.
- Pulmonary Disorders (diseases of the lungs)
Your pet's respiratory system does the essential work of delivering oxygen to the body and eliminating waste gases such as carbon dioxide. Because dogs and cats don't sweat the way people do, your pet's respiratory system also plays a key role in regulating body temperature.
There are a number of common pulmonary disorders seen in dogs, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), canine distemper virus, pneumonia, and lung tumors.
Common pulmonary disorders in cats include asthma, bronchitis, parasitic worms, bacterial infections, and viruses.
- Gastroenterology (digestive organs)
Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are a common internal medicine issue seen by our Maury County veterinarians. GI conditions affect your pet's stomach and intestines, interfering with the animal's ability to digest food properly and absorb nutrients.
Pets suffering from GI problems often experience symptoms such as blood in stool, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, gas, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and weight loss.
- Oncology (tumors and cancer)
Cancer is a disease which can impact even the healthiest and most fit animals and humans. When it is diagnosed in its earliest stages, cancer in cats and dogs can be treated with a number of therapies, surgeries and more.
Some of the most common cancers in dogs include mast cell tumors, melanoma, lymphoma, and bone cancer. In cats, some of the most common cancers include lymphoma, feline leukemia virus (FeLV), mammary cancer, and skin cancer.
If your pet requires diagnosis or cancer care beyond the scope of our skilled veterinarians, we will refer you to a veterinary oncology specialist near Maury County.
- Urology (urinary functions, genitourinary tract)
Veterinary internal medicine also covers urology conditions such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) in dogs and feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) in cats.
Your pet's urinary tract consists of their kidneys, the tubes that carry urine to the bladder, the bladder, and the urethra that conducts urine out of your animal's body. Urinary tract disorders can affect any part of this system.
- Endocrinology (glands and their functions)
Essential hormones are secreted into your pet's body thanks to the hard work of a number of glands. These glands and hormones are your pet's endocrine system. When your pet's endocrine system isn't working the way it should, symptoms can include skin problems and poor coat condition.
- Neurology (brain and nervous system disorders)
Neurology is a branch of veterinary internal medicine covering conditions of the brain and spinal cord as well as neuromuscular dysfunction. Some of the most common neurological disorders in dogs and cats include seizures, IVDD, and tumors.
If your animal requires diagnoses or care for neurologic conditions that are beyond the scope of our experienced veterinarians, we will be happy to refer you to an animal internal medicine specialist or veterinary neurologist near Maury County. Our vets will work closely with your specialist to ensure that your pet receives the best treatment possible.
Specialist Referrals
If your pet needs a service or procedure which we aren't able to offer them, we will be happy to refer them to an experienced and trusted veterinary internal medicine specialist.
We are connected with a network of exceptional veterinary specialists in Davidson and Williamson Counties.
Laboratory & Diagnostics
We support our comprehensive approach to dog and cat internal medicine with advanced testing, imaging and other diagnostic procedures.
Our in-house veterinary lab is equipped with the technology we need to diagnose your pet's internal medicine condition quickly and accurately so that treatment can begin sooner.