Answers During the Visit, Not Days Later
An exam tells us a lot, but some answers are under the skin. With digital X-rays and an in-house lab at our hospital on S Apopka Vineland Rd, we can often find the cause of a problem and start treatment during the same visit. That matters most for a sick pet, a pet about to have anesthesia and a senior pet due for screening.
Send us your request and our team will call you to confirm a day and time. If your pet is sick today, please call (407) 233-3386.
When we need to figure out what’s wrong with your pet, we routinely use x-rays to help identify the cause of the problem, rule out possible problems, or provide a list of possible causes. We may also use x-rays during a wellness exam to diagnose potential problems before they become serious.
X-rays provide valuable information about a pet’s bones, gastrointestinal tract (stomach, intestines, colon), respiratory tract (lungs), heart, and genitourinary system (bladder, prostate). We use radiology alone or in conjunction with other diagnostic tools. Interpretation of radiographs requires great skill on the part of the veterinarian.
We are proud to offer digital radiology (x-rays that are captured digitally rather than on film). This state-of-the-art technology allows us to provide you with a quicker diagnosis for your pet. Plus, it uses less radiation than traditional x-rays.
To avoid a blurry image, pets need to remain completely still while an x-ray is taken. In some cases, we may need to sedate your pet or use short-acting general anesthesia.
If you have any questions about our radiology service or what to expect during your pet’s procedure, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Vineland Animal Hospital has an in-house lab. Tests Dr. Millhoff may recommend include:
Biopsies and some specialized tests are sent to an outside reference laboratory.
When a case needs advanced imaging such as CT or MRI, we refer you to a specialty hospital and stay involved in your pet’s care.
Many in-house tests are ready during your pet’s appointment at Vineland Animal Hospital in Orlando. Tests sent to an outside lab take a few days, and we tell you up front which kind your pet needs.
Often not. Many pets hold still with gentle positioning. Sedation helps if your pet is painful or anxious, and we always talk with you first.
Yes. Digital X-rays use a very small dose of radiation for a fraction of a second, and less than traditional film. Let us know if your pet could be pregnant.
For most panels, skipping breakfast gives the clearest results; water is fine. If your pet is sick, do not delay the visit to fast.
Kidney disease, thyroid disease and diabetes start quietly. A yearly baseline makes small changes easy to spot while they are easier to manage.
Digital X-rays and lab testing in one place.
Treatment often starts the same day.
Dr. Millhoff explains what the numbers and images mean.
When your pet needs advanced imaging, we say so.
Vineland Animal Hospital, 11402 S Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32836, United States. Serving Dr. Phillips, Orlando, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Apopka and Kissimmee.
