Internal Medicine

Overview

Our internal medicine specialists care for patients with a variety of conditions affecting multiple parts of the body. By using advanced technology to gather data, studying clinical signs and lab results, and discussing symptoms with you and your primary veterinarian, our internal medicine service provides expert insight and treatment for your pet’s condition.

Diagnostic Testing & Procedures:

Advanced laboratory testing
Diagnostic Imaging – radiography (x-ray), CT scans, MRI
Endoscopy – bronchoscopy (lungs), cystoscopy (bladder & urethra), colonoscopy (colon), gastroduodenoscopy, (stomach & upper intestines), rhinoscopy, (nasal cavity)
Incisional biopsies of masses, internal organs, or bone marrow
Transurethral laser ablation for treatment of ectopic ureters

Evaluation of illness such as:

Anemia, bleeding disorders
Chronic vomiting or diarrhea
Respiratory problems
Endocrine disease (adrenal gland diseases, complicated diabetes, thyroid disorders)
Infectious disease
Immune-mediated diseases
Kidney or bladder disease
Liver disease
Unexplained weight loss

Our Team

Craig Sutter

DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)

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Kate Sycamore

BVSc, Diplomate ACVIM (SAIM), MANZCVS
Medical Director

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Our Services

Emergency

We are an emergency and veterinary specialty hospital available and fully staffed with experienced veterinarians and support staff 365 days a year.

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Appointments

Your primary veterinarian can refer you to Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center for consultations and appointments.

Patient Referral Information

Telephone consultations are available to primary veterinarians, so please do not hesitate to call if we may be of assistance. To refer a patient, please submit the referral form below online.

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We are currently experiencing a large volume of cases and longer wait times. Please call ahead at 360-635-5302.