The Internal Medicine Service at Hixson-Lied Small Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing specialized care for pets grappling with intricate diseases impacting different organ systems. Our team comprises board-certified internal medicine faculty, residents, interns, technicians, and veterinary students collaborating seamlessly to deliver cutting-edge diagnostics and unparalleled care for your beloved pet.
What We Do
Treat
Our team is expertly trained in diagnosing and treating a diverse array of diseases that impact both cats and dogs. These encompass conditions affecting the hematologic and endocrine systems, as well as ailments targeting the intestinal, urinary, and respiratory tracts. Working hand-in-hand with the other specialized services at Hixson-Lied Small Animal Hospital, we harness state-of-the-art knowledge and technologies to ensure optimal care for your cherished pet.
Given the intricate nature of many of the conditions we address, often involving multiple organ systems, it’s common for our patients to necessitate hospitalization during the diagnostic and treatment processes. In addition to a comprehensive range of blood and urine tests, our service offers advanced diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, including:
- Feline Radioiodine (I-131)
- Blood product transfusions
- Bone marrow sampling
- Minimally invasive procedures
- Diagnostic Endoscopy (gastrointestinal endoscopy, rhinoscopy, bronchoscopy, cystoscopy)
- Gastric foreign body removal
- Urethral stenting
- Ureteral stenting
- Ectopic ureter ablation
- Urethral collagen injections
- Laser lithotripsy
- Tracheal stenting
Teach
Apart from didactic teaching through lectures, our faculty actively engage in clinically training the upcoming cohort of veterinary general practitioners and specialists. Under the attentive supervision of our faculty, students, interns, and residents undergo thorough clinical training, gaining invaluable experience from the diverse and extensive caseloads seen at our hospital.
Moreover, our faculty extends their expertise to support the veterinary community of Iowa and neighboring states. They regularly contribute to continuing education events and offer tele-consulting services to our referring veterinarians, ensuring a continuum of learning and support across the region.
Research
Our faculty also pursue specific research interests and maintain active clinical research programs. The ultimate aim of our research endeavors is to enhance the well-being of our patients and their caregivers.
Should your pet meet the criteria for participation in a research study, our clinicians will engage in a thorough discussion with you regarding potential involvement. Conversely, if you believe your pet may qualify for one of our studies, we warmly encourage you to reach out to us to explore potential enrollment options.
Did you know your dog or cat can be a hero and save a life by giving blood? The blood bank service would not be possible without the commitment of our blood donors and their families.
