Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty
Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty is an emergency & critical care and internal medicine practice in Bowie, MD, staffed by 2 DACVIM-credentialed specialists. Procedures include Cystoscopy and Endoscopy.
About
Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty is a multi-disciplinary veterinary hospital providing 24/7 emergency and critical care alongside specialized referral services. The facility features seven distinct departments, including internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, radiology, and surgery. Their medical team utilizes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, such as fluoroscopy, endoscopy, cystoscopy, and computed tomography, to manage complex medical conditions in pets.
Serving the DC Metropolitan Area, the hospital operates as a collaborative teaching environment that accepts referrals for specialized care. The facility is equipped to handle complex cases requiring multidisciplinary intervention, with specialists and emergency doctors working together to provide comprehensive treatment plans. Pet owners seeking specialty consultations for internal medicine, neurology, surgery, or oncology are required to submit an appointment request form to begin the scheduling process.
Surgical team
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Nicole Guma
DVM, DACVECC, DACVIM (SAIM)
Dr. Nicole Guma is a staff internal medicine specialist at Dogs and Cats Emergency and Specialty.
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Jennifer Harrison
DVM, DACVIM
Dr. Jennifer Harrison earned her undergraduate animal science and veterinary degrees from Cornell University.
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Cailin Harro
Dr. Cailin Harro earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Michigan State University, before completing a rotating internship and Internal Medicine specialty internship at Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, D.C.
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Frequently asked questions
- What advanced imaging and diagnostic procedures are available at the Internal Medicine department?
- The Internal Medicine service offers several advanced diagnostic and therapeutic options, including fluoroscopy for real-time video x-rays, endoscopy for evaluating internal structures, cystoscopy for assessing urinary tract health, and computed tomography (CT) for detailed cross-sectional views of internal structures.
- Does the hospital provide 24/7 emergency services?
- Yes, the hospital maintains a 24/7 Emergency and Critical Care Department. Pet owners whose animals are experiencing an emergency are encouraged to bring them to the hospital immediately for care.
- What types of conditions are referred to the Internal Medicine Service?
- The Internal Medicine Service accepts referrals for a wide range of complex medical conditions affecting internal organs. This includes gastrointestinal disorders, endocrine diseases, kidney and urinary tract conditions, respiratory diseases, immune-mediated disorders, and various infectious diseases.
- How can I schedule an appointment with a specialty department?
- To schedule an appointment with the Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, or Oncology services, you must submit an appointment request form through the hospital's website. Once the form is submitted, a customer service representative will follow up via phone or email to complete the scheduling process.