Veterinary Referrals

Our team of veterinarians and veterinary technicians provides many services at our clinic, ranging from routine to advanced procedures. Although we handle the majority of your dog or cat’s medical and surgical needs in-house, we occasionally refer patients to veterinary specialists or specialty clinics when advanced training or equipment will be beneficial.

What type of referrals do you provide?

We provide referrals to board-certified specialists, such as oncologists, ophthalmologists, and neurologists, who have extensive experience and training in a particular area of veterinary medicine or surgery. We also refer our patients to specialty clinics and university-affiliated referral centres with specialized equipment to perform procedures that are not routinely performed by our general veterinary practitioners.

Who is responsible for my dog or cat’s care after referrals?

We make referral decisions because we want to ensure that our patients receive a high standard of care and the best possible outcome. Be assured that when we refer a patient to another hospital, we continue to stay involved with his or her care, consulting with the treating specialist and often providing any needed follow-up care and rehabilitation. If you have questions about our referral process, please contact us at 613-247-0013.