Cardiology
The Cardiology Service at the University of Florida Veterinary Medical Center (UFVMC) is committed to providing an exceptional level of care for veterinary patients suffering from various cardiac diseases. Our service is founded on the principle of teaching, service and research. We specialize in both medical and interventional (cardiac catheterization) cutting edge cardiac care for pets afflicted with heart disease. It is our mission to provide the very best in assessment of treatment options and help you make informed decisions regarding your pet’s health care. Your pet will receive the highest quality care from our team of specialists, including board certified cardiologists, critical care experts, internists, anesthesiologists and highly skilled veterinary nurses. We also appreciate the importance of communication and will be sure to keep you and your veterinarian well-informed during your pet’s stay in our hospital.
Services Offered:
- physical examination
- blood pressure
- echocardiography
- electrocardiography (ECG)
- 24 hour Holter monitoring (in house and mail out)
- event monitoring
- diagnostic cardiac catheterization
- pacemaker implantation
- balloon valvuloplasty
- embolization of patent ductus arteriosus
- heartworm extraction
- vascular interventions (i.e. intrahepatic shunt embolization)
- feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy screening
- canine cardiomyopathy screening
- OFA Application Form