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Eye Center for Animals , Inc
A Specialist for Our Exceptional Pets
By Kim Welsh
When we ’ re sick or need a wellness checkup , we visit our family doctor . But when we have a special healthcare need , our doctor will likely recommend a specialist , such as a cardiologist , a dermatologist or an oncologist . The same is true in veterinary medicine . Veterinary specialists are veterinarians who specialize in an area of medicine or a specific animal species . These vet specialists have four years of undergraduate training and four years of veterinary school , just like other veterinarians . However , specialists also complete an internship and residency in their specialized field , which involves an additional three to five years of training . After passing a certifying board examination in their chosen specialty field , they are considered an expert in this area of veterinary medicine . There are over twenty veterinary specialties recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association . This expertise is complementary to the care provided by your family veterinarian . Collaboration between you , your veterinarian , and your veterinary specialist is critical to providing the best treatment for your pet . We are fortunate to have several veterinarian specialists available in the New Orleans area to provide special care for our precious pets .
MedVet is the largest and most advanced emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in our area . They partner with your family veterinarian and serve as an extension of their practice should your pet need after hours , emergency , or specialized care . If your pet is facing an emergency , you may come directly to their hospital at 2315 N . Causeway Boulevard in Metairie . Open all day every day , their dedicated team of emergency doctors are all board-certified critical care specialists . In addition to emergency services , MedVet offers a full array of specialties including pain management , cardiology , critical care , dermatology , cancer treatment , internal medicine , radiology , surgery , and rehabilitation . Their team will collaborate with your veterinarian to provide the best possible outcome for your pet .
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