Human-quality diagnostic & surgical services

3T MRI

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed pictures of organs, soft tissues, and other internal body structures. The images can then be examined on a computer monitor. MRI does not use ionizing radiation (x-rays), but detects the motion of protons that are normally present in the body. MRI has been used for more than thirty years in veterinary medicine to diagnose or assess brain tumors, slipped discs, spinal cancer, inner ear infections, liver shunts, ACL tears, lameness, and various joint injuries.

All MRI studies are read by a board-certified radiologist.

Neurological Diagnostics With 3T MRI

With our next-level 3T MRI we can accurately visualize and diagnose complex neurological conditions. Following completion of your pet’s imaging, we will facilitate referral as needed to a local neurology specialist for follow-up or surgery.

Note: SVI no longer offers onsite neurosurgery. Dr. Gainsburg remains available to answer questions about past cases and can be reached through our contact form.

All MRI studies are read by a board-certified radiologist.

Ultrasound & Echocardiography

With our state-of-the-art Samsung ultrasound system, and experience with thousands of cases, we can visualize disease processes more clearly and perform biopsies more accurately to get you the answers you need. Ultrasound is commonly used to diagnose a variety of conditions ranging from abdominal pain, locating obstructions, pancreatitis, enlarged abdominal organs, stones in the kidney or bladder, portosystemic shunts, and for guiding needle biopsies in which needles are used to extract a sample of cells from organs for laboratory testing. Echocardio-graphy is an ultrasound exam of the heart and great vessels. A complete echocardiogram provides more detailed information about the anatomy and function of the heart.

All echo studies are read by a board-certified cardiologist and ultrasounds by a radiologist.

Biopsies

Abdominocentesis

Thoracocentesis

Fine needle aspirate

Liver biopsy

CSF tap

All biopsies are performed by a board-certified radiologist.

Lab Services

Fully digital IDEXX cytology lab

Complete in-house bloodwork

Joint fluid and CSF cell counts

Glucometer

BRAF testing

All cytology studies are performed by a board-certified cytopathologist.

128 Slice CT

Computed tomography (CT) uses x-rays to produce multiple images of the inside of the body, and provides thin, cross-sectional “slices” for viewing. CT scans provide much more detail than conventional x-rays. Radiologists use this specialized equipment and expertise to diagnose problems such as cancer, abnormalities of blood vessels, trauma, and musculoskeletal disorders. SVI uses a 128 slice Philips CT with 3D modeling capabilities to help you diagnose and plan treatment with confidence. With the first 128 slice scanner for pets in Texas and Utah, our CT is so fast that anesthesia is very rarely required to keep the patient still.

All CT studies are read by a board-certified radiologist.