Your family veterinarian’s top priority is to make sure that patients receive the highest level of care and best possible outcome. This is why they sometimes make the decision to refer patients to veterinary specialists or specialty clinics where advanced training and equipment is available.
The best care for your pet is provided by mutual communication between your family veterinarian and the specialist. Medical history, current therapies and any other helpful information is requested on every patient. A complete report of your visit will be sent to your veterinarian.
Veterinarians in general practice are skilled in many aspects of animal health and provide comprehensive care for pets. Board-certified specialists have extensive experience and training in a particular area of veterinary medicine or surgery and specialty clinics have specialized equipment to perform procedures that are not routinely undertaken by general practitioners.
Our dermatologists will work together with your veterinarian to serve as an extension of the care you receive from their office. Remember, the act of referring exemplifies your veterinarian’s concern for your pet’s well-being and overall health.