CARDIOLOGY
Cardiovascular disease, problems that most commonly involve the
valves and muscles of the heart, is not an uncommon health concern
for dogs and cats. Your family veterinarian may refer you to the
Michigan Veterinary Specialists Cardiology service to allow our
cardiologists to fully examine the heart using their specialized
training and the most technologically advanced equipment in the
area to define the nature and type of heart problem suspected
in your pet.
These tests are then interpreted by the Michigan Veterinary Specialists' cardiologists who have comprehensive training specific to veterinary cardiology. Every day, we utilize our expertise and compassion to deliver quality animal health care so that we may continue to provide unparalleled diagnostic, treatment, consultation and surgical services. We have but one goal: to improve the quality of your pet's life.
WARNING SIGNS
Contact your veterinarian or an emergency hospital if you notice any of these warning signs:
- Difficulty breathing
- Intolerance to exercise
- Collapse
- Swelling of legs
- Distended abdomen or belly
- Persistent cough
- Failure to thrive (slow or poor growth)
CARDIOLOGY SERVICES
- Diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired cardiac disease and respiratory disorders
- Echocardiography
- Electrocardiography
- Doppler ultrasound
- Pacemakers
- Interventional cardiac therapies
CLIENT EDUCATION ARTICLES
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CARDIOLOGISTS
Dr. Laura A. DeLellis |
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- Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal
Medicine (Board Certified in Cardiology)
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM): Michigan
State University
- Internship: Vet. Referral Service, Tucson, AZ; Mesa
Veterinary Hospital, Mesa, AZ
- Residency: University of California, Davis
- Areas of Interest: Transvenous pacemaker therapy, 24-hour
holter screening for canine cardiomyopathy, dilated cardiomyopathy,
and feline cardiomyopathy.
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about what Dr. DeLellis would be when she grew up. At just
12 years of age, in her hometown of Boston, Dr. DeLellis
convinced a local veterinarian to hire her. She later went
on to veterinary school where, while researching cardiovascular
diseases, she realized her interest in cardiology. Dr. DeLellis
balances her busy professional career with her family and
volunteer work. She teaches young children at local schools
about animal science and career development and enjoys cooking,
gardening, playing piano and fly fishing. In addition to
being mom to three active boys, Dr. DeLellis also tends
to her household of pets including Tori, a wire-haired Pointing
Griffon, and a variety of saltwater fish and invertebrates.
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Dr. Sarah E. Achen |
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- Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal
Medicine (Board Certified in Cardiology)
- The University
of Toledo, BS
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM): The Ohio
State University
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Internship: Michigan Veterinary Specialists
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Residency: Texas A & M University
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Special Interests: Congenital heart disease, arrhythmias,
and heart failure therapy
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It was a primary goal of Dr. Achen’s
when she was young to have a dog. When she graduated high
school she got her first dog, Suzie Q, and has added other
furry family members to her household along the way including
Honey, a hound mix; Finnegan, a Golden Retriever; and her
cat Aenghus. Her love of animals drove her to be a veterinarian
because it was the first job she could think of that would
allow her to be with animals every day. When not working
with her dear patients, Dr. Achen enjoys spending time
with her family, swimming and cooking. |
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