Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology
Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology is a cardiology practice in Pittsburgh, PA.
About
Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology is a private practice dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac diseases in small animals. The clinic provides specialized care for dogs and cats, led by board-certified cardiologists Dr. Eva Sikorska and Dr. Erin Anderson. On-site diagnostic capabilities include full-service echocardiography, digital radiography, ECG, Holter monitor placement, blood pressure testing, and a specialized surgical suite for interventional procedures.
The practice serves clients and their pets across western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, and parts of West Virginia. Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology operates by appointment only and does not accept walk-ins. For medical emergencies outside of business hours, pet owners are advised to contact the nearest veterinary emergency clinic, though the cardiologists are available for urgent questions from the 24/7 emergency department at PVSEC - Blue Pearl.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of cardiac conditions does Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology treat?
- Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology diagnoses and treats various heart diseases in dogs and cats. This includes both congenital diseases, which are birth defects, and acquired diseases that develop over time. The practice is dedicated exclusively to these cardiac conditions in small animals.
- What diagnostic tools are available at Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology?
- The clinic offers a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures and testing. On-site capabilities include full-service echocardiography, digital radiography, ECG, Holter monitor placement, blood pressure testing, and access to in-house and outside laboratory services.
- Who are the board-certified cardiologists at Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology?
- The clinic's team includes Dr. Eva Sikorska, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), who received her board certification in 2007, and Dr. Erin Anderson, VMD, MSc, DACVIM (Cardiology), who achieved her board certification in 2013. Dr. Danielle Brown, DVM, is also residency trained in Cardiology.
- Does Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology perform interventional cardiology procedures?
- Yes, the clinic performs interventional procedures. Dr. Eva Sikorska has an interest in interventional cardiology, and Dr. Erin Anderson's professional interests include anti-arrhythmic interventions, such as pacemakers, and interventional procedures for congenital heart disease. The facility also has a specialized surgical suite for these procedures.
- How does Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology handle urgent or emergency cardiac concerns?
- For medical emergencies, pet owners are advised to contact the nearest veterinary emergency clinic. While Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology operates by appointment and does not accept walk-ins for urgent problems, their cardiologists are available to be reached by doctors at the 24/7 emergency department at PVSEC - Blue Pearl for urgent cardiology questions.