Animal Cancer Care Clinic
Animal Cancer Care Clinic is a general practice practice in Miami, FL.
About
Animal Cancer Care Clinic specializes exclusively in the comprehensive treatment of animal cancer, operating since 2004. The clinic highlights its in-house team of board-certified veterinary cancer specialists, noted as the nation's largest, and states it cares for more animals with cancer than any other practice in the United States. They offer a range of treatments including surgery, chemotherapy, traditional radiation therapy, stereotactic radiation, immunotherapy, and electrochemotherapy, utilizing state-of-the-art, human-caliber equipment.
The clinic emphasizes an integrated care approach, with a Medical Oncologist overseeing the pet's care plan and coordinating with other in-house specialists like radiation oncologists, surgeons, and internal medicine experts. They provide an Optimal OUTCOME Care Guide™ detailing diagnoses, treatment options, prognoses, costs, and schedules. The clinic also serves as a teaching hospital for oncology interns.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of cancer treatment modalities are offered at Animal Cancer Care Clinic?
- Animal Cancer Care Clinic provides a comprehensive range of cancer treatment modalities. These include surgery, chemotherapy, traditional radiation therapy, stereotactic radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and electrochemotherapy. The clinic's medical oncologists design individualized care plans that may incorporate one or more of these treatments.
- Does Animal Cancer Care Clinic have board-certified specialists on staff?
- Yes, Animal Cancer Care Clinic employs board-certified specialists across various oncology disciplines. These include Medical Oncologists (DACVIM), a Radiation Oncologist (DACVR), Surgeons (DACVS), and an Internal Medicine specialist (DACVIM). These professionals have undergone extensive training and passed rigorous certification exams.
- What is Stereotactic Radiation Therapy, and is it available at the clinic?
- Yes, Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT) is available and a key offering at Animal Cancer Care Clinic. This advanced technology, also used in human cancer care, uses multiple x-ray beam angles to precisely target tumors, minimizing radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. SRT often involves fewer treatment sessions and shorter anesthetic times.
- How does the clinic ensure coordinated care for pets undergoing cancer treatment?
- The clinic emphasizes integrated care, with a Medical Oncologist overseeing the pet's entire treatment plan. This specialist coordinates care among the various in-house doctors and specialty areas, including surgeons, radiation oncologists, and internal medicine professionals. They also ensure that both the pet owner and the primary care veterinarian are kept fully informed of the pet's progress.
- What is Electrochemotherapy (ECT) and when is it used?
- Electrochemotherapy (ECT) is a treatment where electrical pulses create pores in cancer cell membranes, facilitating chemotherapy delivery directly into the cells to destroy them. It is particularly effective for visible and palpable tumors. ECT can also be utilized for treating surgical scars or tumors that were not completely removed during surgery.