Internal Medicine

Like humans, animals have a complex internal body system that consists of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, and endocrine system (a network of glands and organs). But unlike humans, animals cannot express themselves in ways we understand, and identifying the underlying problem of a medical issue will require an extensively trained specialist to navigate through complex conditions.

Beecroft’s Internal Medicine (IM) department is headed by Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialist Dr Anne-Claire Duchaussoy, experienced veterinarians, and veterinary technicians with skills in ultrasonography. They diagnose, manage, and treat conditions affecting the vital organs. With cutting-edge technology and compassionate care, the IM department encompass a comprehensive range of specialty services (but not limited to):

• Endocrinology in dogs and cats
• Gastroenterology in dogs and cats
• Haematology in dogs and cats
• Immune Mediated Disease
• Infectious Disease
• Nephrology in dogs and cats
• Reproductive Medicine for dogs and cats
• Respiratory Medicine for dogs and cats
• Stenting for trachea and urethra
• Cardiology
• Chemotherapy for pet cancer
• Feline urinary disease
• Genitourinary disease
• Thyroid disease
• Echocardiography

Veterinarians in this department routinely perform non-invasive diagnostic procedures such as endoscopic examinations and biopsy of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract for dogs and cats, as well as exotic companion animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and chinchillas.

In addition, Dr Anne-Claire is skilled in performing the following scoping procedures:

1. Tracheoscopy
2. Bronchoscopy
3. Rhinoscopy
4. Cystoscopy
5. Vaginoscopy

While the IM department is by referrals only, the team works closely with your primary care veterinarian to provide the best patient outcome for your companion animal and you.