Not exact matches
We will guide you through each step of the process, from
diagnostic testing, to selecting an
appropriate course of treatment, even incorporating palliative care when necessary, to ensure each pet's quality of life is supported
with as much comfort and love as possible.
This condition can be easily confused
with other eye conditions, such as allergies, unless the
appropriate diagnostic tests are done.
Depending on the condition of your cat, any symptoms you have noticed, concerns you have or
test results,
diagnostic imaging may also be recommended when
appropriate to provide our doctors
with the information necessary to make an accurate diagnosis and come to a recommendation for treatment.
In addition, all pets receive an intake wellness exam
with one of our veterinarians, fecal parasite screening and deworming,
appropriate diagnostic testing (ie., parvo - virus screening or feline leukemia screening), age -
appropriate vaccinations, a dental health check.
Residents also learn to interpret results of
diagnostic tests and determine their importance to the patient and client; they will also communicate
with clinicians, clients, veterinary technicians and staff, fellow students, and referring veterinarians in
appropriate and effective manner.
We listen to your pet's heart and lungs, evaluate his or her vision, check for unusual lumps, look at your pet's teeth and oral cavity and check your pet's joints for swelling or stiffness.We also discuss
with you any recommended procedures, such as dental cleanings or
diagnostic testing that may be
appropriate for keeping your pet healthy.
Emergency Room Physician — Advocate Healthcare Lakeview, Chicago IL — 5/2010 — Present • Treat patients entering the emergency room by observing behavior, providing physical assessments, and documenting changes in the patient's condition • Collaborate
with other physicians and nursing staff, listening to feedback as well as providing professional advice • Order
appropriate diagnostic tests based off assessments • Research developments in emergency care and communicate relevant information to providers and staff • Create a treatment plan based off consultations, medication history, and best practice guidelines
Treat around 15 to 30 patients daily, on average • Collaborate
with support staff to obtain medication and treatment history of patient in order to provide an accurate diagnosis in a reassuring, compassionate, and professional manner • Mentor residency students on best emergency room practicesCertified Emergency Room Physician — St. John's Hospital — Los Angeles CA — 10/2008 to Present • Treat patients entering the emergency room, providing routine care as well as up - to - date life - saving techniques to reduce pain, stop bleeding, calm adverse physical reactions, soothe burns, and more • Research advances in medicine, equipment, and best practice care to improve quality of treatment • Order
diagnostic tests and transfer stabilized patients to
appropriate units
Notifies provider of any urgent values immediately.Takes complete patient, social behavioral, and medication history.Assists the nurse and / or physician
with patient examinations and
diagnostic procedures.Assists
with collection, labeling, and logging of specimens, including laboratory specimens.Performs routine procedures such as EKGs, audiometers, and venipuncture.Performs waived laboratory
testing as directed such as dipstick urinalysis, pregnancy
test, blood glucose
test, hem cue hemoglobin tests.Performs age -
appropriate screenings and self - management goals
with patients.