Greenbrier Veterinary Hospital in Southeastern WV

Our Medical and Surgical Capabilities

Veterinary care at the Greenbrier.Veterinarian in southeastern West Virginia.Lewisburg, WV

 

 

American Animal Hospital Association Membership

The Greenbrier Veterinary Hospital is an accredited hospital member of the American Animal Hospital Association, an international association of more than 16,000 veterinarians who treat companion animals. AAHA hospital members are regularly inspected to ensure they meet AAHA's high standards of pet care.

 View from front lobby to reception area

 

Preventive Pet Care

We offer variety of pet care and animal medical services for small animals including Dogs, Cats, Birds and Exotic pets.

                                           

Our In-House Capabilities

 

 

  • DIAGNOSTICS LAB

     

    • internal parasite exams                                      
    • cytology
    • complete blood counts
    • general health profiles
    • electrolytes
    • complete urinalysis
    • PLI SNAP TESTING (for pancreatitis)
    • advanced testing for clotting factors  

                                              

  • RADIOLOGY                   
    • X-rays and ultrasounds are essential in diagnosing certain ailments and injuries
    • We have advanced digital x-ray technology which enables us to get a more indepth and accurate view the inside of your pet.

                                

  • ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY

 

  • endoscopy
  • anesthetics
    • we evaluate each pet and select anesthetic agents that best suit each pet's condition

 

                                 

  • ORTHOPEDICS
    • we have excellent equipment and perform many surgeries to repair broken bones and correct bone related ailments.
    • We now have the capability to perform TTA surgeries. (MORE INFORMATION BELOW)

 



 



 

Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA)

The TTA is a newer procedure (2004) and relies on the patellar tendon to stabilize the knee.  This involves moving the patellar tendon forward to the point that it is perpendicular (at 90 degrees) to the tibial plateau with the limb in a standing angle.  This movement relieves the load of the CCL, applying that load to the patellar tendon.  The amount of distance necessary to advance the patellar tendon to make it perpendicular to the tibial plateau is measured from preoperative radiographs.  The patellar tendon is attached to the tibial tuberosity (the front top portion of the tibia) and it is the tibial tuberosity that is actually advanced.  The tibial tuberosity is cut in a wedge fashion and moved forward the predetermined amount.  It is held in place by a titanium cage, fork and tension band plate.  Bone grows over and through the cage and fills in between the tibia and the advanced tibial tuberosity.  This technique is not appropriate for dogs with tibial slopes greater than 27° to 30°.

                                

  • capabilities in soft tissue surgery
    • repairing lacerations
    • removing tumors
    • removing foreign objects from the gastrointestinal system
    • handling other internal problems
  • internal medicine
    • We have advanced equipment and practice with up to date medical standards and diagnostics
  • emergency care
    • we have an emergency doctor on call 24 hours a day

                

Routine Exams

We recommend yearly exams to evaluate your pet's physical health to find abnormalities that may have developed since the last visit.   

 

 

 

Dental Care

Dental disease is a common and often overlooked problem in dogs and cats which can lead to gum infections, tooth loss and kidney or heart infections. We offer

  • Thorough Teeth Cleaning
  • Assistance with Home Dental Care
  • A Tartar Control Diet

Pet's Teeth before a Dental Cleaning                      Pet's Teeth after Dental Cleaning

 

Heartworm and Parasite Control:

We recommend a blood examination for heartworm disease to be performed annually in April or May. We recommend the use of heartworm preventative after testing during the mosquito season (May thru October). Pups less than 6 months old do not require the blood test but should be started on heartworm preventative medicine before reaching 6 months if this falls within mosquito season.

Our recommended heartworm preventative also has an intestinal wormer that protects against roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. Internal parasites can infect humans especially small children. Year round heartworm preventative is recommended for dogs who have additional problem with intestinal worms.

Dietary Planning and Pet Food Available

Along with dietary planning, we have special diets for the unique needs of your pet.

We feed and recommend Hills and Purina type diets. Each of these companies have well balanced diets that have been fully researched.

                   

 

Senior Pet Care

By promoting senior care in our practice, we help pet owners understand the unique health needs of their older pets. Through proper preventative care, diagnostics and treatment, our senior pets are living longer, healthier lives.

Pet Pick-up and Delivery

Pet pick up and delivery is available by calling (304) 645-1476.

Laser SurgeryDoctor performing a laser surgery

We are now pleased to offer laser surgery as a new and safe alternative for several different procedures.

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