Veterinary Specialty Services and Referral Care in Winter Haven, FL
It’s a privilege for us to deliver progressive and compassionate veterinary specialty services at our veterinary referral center in Winter Haven. General practices often have limited resources for treating and managing complex health problems in their patients. To help these practices handle challenging cases, our specialists, which include a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, are able to offer their specialized abilities to treat immune-mediated diseases, heart, kidney, and respiratory diseases, endocrine disorders, hypothyroidism, and much more.
Veterinary Specialty Services We Can Provide
Our spacious and innovative facility offers many services for diagnosing and treating complex medical problems.
Internal Medicine
Our internal medicine specialists can help make life better for pets with chronic and potentially debilitating conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, Cushing’s disease, IBD, and respiratory disease. We are able to utilize the best resources and services to benefit our patients, including endoscopy, bronchoscopy, ultrasound, and gastroenterology.
Oncology
At VHA, we are deeply passionate about helping dogs and cats with cancer. Our oncology team provides services that include chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, and metabolic therapies such as immunotherapy and nutrition to improve not only a pet’s prognosis but its longevity and quality of life, as well.
Specialty Surgery & Minimally Invasive Surgery
Our patients’ health conditions cannot always be resolved with general surgical procedures. That’s why we offer a wide variety of advanced surgeries capable of treating many complex soft tissue and orthopedic issues, from elongated soft palates to bone fractures.
Neurology
Our neurology team evaluates and treats a wide range of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. With advanced diagnostics such as MRI, CT, and comprehensive neurologic exams, we’re able to identify complex disorders including seizures, spinal pain, paralysis, and balance issues, then guide each pet toward the most appropriate medical or surgical care.
Cardiology
Our board-certified anesthesiologist enables us to add an extra layer of safety to our patients’ anesthetic procedures. This means we can increase safety for pets that are at a higher risk for complications and deliver better care to improve their lives.
24-Hour Emergency/ICU
VHA’s cardiology team is dedicated to diagnosing and managing heart conditions in dogs and cats with advanced technology and specialized expertise. From initial consultations to ongoing treatment, we provide thorough cardiac evaluations and care tailored to each patient’s needs. Our services include echocardiography, electrocardiography, and blood pressure monitoring, allowing us to detect and manage heart disease at every stage. No matter the complexity of the condition, our cardiology team is here to support your pet’s health with compassion and precision.
Diagnostic Imaging
At VHA, our specialists have access to leading diagnostic technology that helps us find better solutions to our patients’ health problems. With digital radiography, ultrasound, echocardiography, CT, and MRI all under one roof, we’re able to diagnose and evaluate pets with greater accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
Anesthesia
Our board-certified anesthesiologist enables us to add an extra layer of safety to our patients’ anesthetic procedures. This means we can increase safety for pets that are at a higher risk for complications and deliver better care to improve their lives.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) treats pets by delivering 100% oxygen to the body in a pressurized environment. This amazing modality can be used to treat infections, burns, and other conditions by boosting circulation, increasing cell production, and reducing blood pressure.
Physical Rehabilitation
Our specialty center offers laser therapy, guided exercises, strength and endurance activities, and hydrotherapy to help dogs and cats regain some, if not most, of their mobility following an injury, surgery, or chronic issue.
BOAS Surgery
Our team provides specialized surgical care for brachycephalic dogs (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs, Boston Terriers) experiencing breathing challenges caused by narrowed nostrils, elongated soft palates, or everted laryngeal saccules. Using advanced diagnostics and the surgical expertise of our board-certified surgeon, we’re able to improve airflow, reduce strain on the body, and support a more comfortable life for these breeds.
Our Veterinary Referral Center is AAHA Accredited
VHA’s veterinary referral center is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This means virtually every aspect of the practice meets or exceeds the over 900 high standards of veterinary referral medicine. Our team is extremely proud to hold this distinction and to be the chosen referral hospital for veterinarians throughout the region.
Need to Refer a Patient to Our Hospital?
If you have a patient requiring specialized care, click on the link below to complete our referral form. We also encourage you to contact us at any time at (863) 324-3340 if you have any questions.
