Your primary care veterinarian is qualified to manage most of your pet’s care, but sometimes a specialist’s expertise is needed, especially when there’s a complex medical issue that’s difficult to diagnose or treat. That’s when you may be referred to an internal medicine specialist.
A veterinary internal medicine specialist—an internist—is a veterinarian who’s completed advanced training in how your pet’s internal body systems work, earning the prestigious “Diplomate” designation. At Cerro Alto, our internal medicine team has expertise in diagnosing and treating the most serious conditions affecting these systems.
So should your pet have a more serious condition that requires more advanced care, count on our internal medicine experts for a timely, accurate diagnosis and a treatment plan that’s customized to address your pet’s unique situation.
Some of the most common conditions for which family veterinarians and concerned pet parents seek our internal medicine expertise include:
Here at Cerro Alto, we’ve invested in advanced imaging and testing capabilities so that we can quickly and accurately diagnose your pet’s condition, helping to speed the time to treatment. These sophisticated onsite resources include:
Simply call us at (805) 457-8724 any time, day or night. We’re always here for you and your pet.