VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital
VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital is a general practice practice in Los Angeles, CA.
About
VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital offers a wide range of advanced care services, including specialized surgeries, diagnostic imaging, and eye treatments. The hospital provides digital radiology, endoscopy for gastrointestinal issues, and ultrasound examinations for internal organs. A notable offering is Feline Radioactive Iodine (I-131) therapy, considered the treatment of choice for feline hyperthyroidism.
The clinic also performs OFA x-rays for hip dysplasia identification in dogs and various soft tissue surgeries. VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital sees a diverse array of animals, including avians, cats, dogs, fish, pocket pets, pot-bellied pigs, rabbits, reptiles, and ZooMED animals. Patients can utilize a virtual waiting room for emergencies and manage pet health through the myVCA app.
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Photos via Google · VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital, April Flores-Baecker, Regina Aguilar, Emmett Reiner, Echo Kilo
Frequently asked questions
- What advanced diagnostic imaging services are available at VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital?
- VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital offers several advanced diagnostic imaging services. These include state-of-the-art digital radiology, which provides film-less x-rays. The hospital also performs ultrasound examinations, a non-invasive procedure used to evaluate internal organs such as abdominal, reproductive, eyes, and heart.
- Does VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital provide treatment for feline hyperthyroidism?
- Yes, VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital offers Feline Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy for hyperthyroidism. This treatment is considered the method of choice for this condition, which involves the thyroid glands producing an excess of hormones that can accelerate wear and tear on a cat's internal organs.
- What types of surgical procedures are performed at VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital?
- VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital provides various soft tissue surgery services. These surgeries address body parts excluding bones/joints, the heart, or the nervous system. Examples include gastrointestinal surgery for foreign objects or diseased sections, bladder surgery for stones or polyps, and liver or spleen surgery for masses or diseased organs.
- Can VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital perform diagnostic procedures for hip dysplasia in dogs?
- Yes, VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital offers OFA x-rays for the identification of hip dysplasia in dogs. For accurate diagnosis, dogs must be over two years of age, and the x-rays must be taken using general anesthesia, following the guidelines of the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals.
- What range of animal species does VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital provide care for?
- VCA Wilshire Animal Hospital provides care for a broad spectrum of animal species. These include avians, cats, dogs, fish, pocket pets, pot-bellied pigs, rabbits, and reptiles. The hospital also mentions care for ZooMED animals, indicating a diverse patient base beyond common household pets.