Advanced Veterinary Imaging for Dogs & Cats
in Kalispell, MT
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When your pet needs answers, having the right diagnostic technology can make all the difference. At Swiftcurrent Veterinary Specialists, our combination of advanced training, experience, and state-of-the-art imaging technology allows our knowledgeable veterinary team to look deeper, diagnose more accurately, and develop the right treatment plan for your dog or cat.
Whether your pet is facing an emergency, a complex condition, or a chronic health concern, our on-site imaging capabilities help us move from uncertainty to answers and from answers to action.
Advanced Imaging When You Need Answers
Having sophisticated imaging technology on-site means our specialists can gather the information they need to make informed decisions about your pet's care. Whether you're a pet owner looking for answers or a referring veterinarian seeking advanced diagnostic support, our compassionate veterinary team is here to help.
The Right Tools for Clearer Answers and Better Care
Our comprehensive range of on-site diagnostic imaging tools gives our specialists access to detailed information about your pet's condition without unnecessary delays. These technologies help us evaluate everything from the brain and spinal cord to the lungs, abdominal organs, bones, joints, and urinary tract.
MRI: Siemens Avanto 1.5 Tesla
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides exceptionally-detailed images of soft tissues, making it an important tool for evaluating conditions that may not be visible with other imaging techniques:
- The brain and spinal cord
- Brain tumors that may not be visible with other imaging methods
- Tendon injuries
- Intervertebral disc disease
- Lumbosacral disease
High-Resolution Digital Radiography
Digital radiography provides fast, highly detailed X-ray images that can reveal subtle abnormalities and lesions. Unlike traditional film radiographs, digital images can also be quickly shared with your primary veterinarian or specialists around the world, helping keep everyone involved in your pet's care connected.
High-Definition Ultrasound
Today's ultrasound technology provides remarkably detailed views of both organs and soft tissues. Our high-definition ultrasound capabilities allow us to evaluate several internal structures:
- Kidneys
- Liver
- Spleen
- Adrenal glands
- Heart and cardiac function
Our ultrasound equipment is among the most advanced technology available, giving our specialists greater detail when evaluating your pet.
Fluoroscopy: Fuji Persona CS & OEC 9800 C-Arms
Fluoroscopy is essentially a real-time X-ray, allowing our team to watch structures and movement as they happen. This dynamic imaging technology can be used to provide our veterinary team with valuable insights:
- Diagnose complex swallowing disorders
- Guide minimally-invasive urinary procedures
- Help ensure precise placement of surgical implants
- Support smaller, more targeted surgical approaches
Fluoroscopy is the same type of advanced imaging technology commonly found in human hospitals.
CT: Siemens Emotion 64-Slice Helical CT Scanner
Our 64-slice CT scanner produces fast, high-resolution 3D images of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, bones, and joints. The speed and resolution of multi-slice CT can help shorten imaging time and anesthesia while providing our specialists with highly detailed information for diagnosis and surgical planning:
- Evaluating the lungs
- Staging cancer
- Planning advanced cancer surgeries
- Vascular studies
- Evaluating the urinary tract
- Creating detailed 3D reconstructions
- Assessing complex joint and limb alignment problems
Questions About Our
Diagnostic Capabilities?
We're happy to answer questions, discuss a case, or help determine whether advanced imaging may be appropriate for your pet. Pet owners and referring veterinarians are welcome to contact our veterinary team at (406) 300-4998 for questions or consultations before referral.
