24 Hour Care
MEVA is a 24-hour equine veterinary services clinic,
which allows for 24 hour in-hospital care for critical and intensive care
patients. Our facility can provide treatment for medical colics and
diarrheas, respiratory diseases, eye injuries/conditions, wound
management, foaling, and neonatal care.
Our staff of technicians allows us to provide continuous
monitoring and treatment of patients. Coordinating that staff is
Sarah Allgood, RVT, a veterinary technician. Sarah came to us from
the University of Georgia's Large Animal Teaching Hospital, where she was
the after-hours nursing supervisor.
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MEVA Services
Internal Medicine
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<Colic evaluation and care. Hospital management
of non-surgical cases (including IV fluid therapy). <Medical management of illness, wounds and eye
injuries.
<Diagnostic ultrasound of thorax and abdominal
cavities.
<Upper and lower respiratory examinations (including
endoscopy and other diagnostic testing).
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Surgery
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<Equipped to do minor standing and most foal surgical
procedures. <Castration.
<Laser Surgery.
<Hoof surgery - hoof wall injury repair, special
shoeing and acute and chronic laminitis (founder).
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Lameness
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<Diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic, soft tissue
and neurological diseases. <Computer direct digital radiology
<Ultrasound
imaging for diagnosis and treatment of bone and soft tissue injuries.
<Portable digital radiology.
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Reproduction
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<Mare fertility evaluation and ultrasound. <On and off premises breeding with chilled semen
(artificial insemination).
<In clinic breeding with frozen semen (artificial
insemination).
<Embryo transfer.
<Stallion services-semen evaluation, phantom mare
training, semen collection, packaging and shipping, and frozen semen
storage.
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Podiatry
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<Doctor/Farrier Consultation. <In-house therapeutic shoeing including glue-on shoes.
<Metron hoof conformation analysis system.
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Alternative Medicine
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<Acupuncture: Dry needle, Electro & Aqua.
<Spinal
Manipulation.
<Electro Shock Wave Therapy.
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Preventative Health Care
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<Routine Parasite control and vaccination programs. <Dentistry including teeth floating, extraction and
bite realignment.
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Ambulatory
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<MEVA currently owns and operates four all-season
vehicles fully equipped with veterinary units and radiograph
capabilities. <Most types of horse care qualify for ambulatory
service: from comprehensive breeding farms and training facilities to
clients whose horses reside at home. Please contact our office for
additional information.
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Laboratory
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<CBC, blood chemistry and electrolyte testing. <Culture and cytology testing.
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| Direct Digital Imaging
Monocacy Equine utilizes Direct Digital System radiography
equipment enabling us to view a radiograph
within 15 seconds of taking the picture, so we can pinpoint problem
areas instantly. The quality and detail of the images are
superior to conventional films.
This service gives our veterinarians on of the best tools for diagnosing lameness
problems.
During
pre-purchase exams our doctors can image a questionable
joint immediately. If a significant lesion is apparent, we could
then terminate the exam instead of waiting to process a whole series of
films. The images are recorded onto a CD for easy storage and
are available for transmission to other veterinarians for a second
opinion or to a farrier to help perform therapeutic shoeing.
This service is available as an in-clinic service - call our office
for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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| Podiatry Services
Our in-house podiatry service is entering its third year and has been
well received by our clients. Therapeutic shoeing such as glue-on shoes,
pour-in pads and customized shoeing processes for lameness and laminitis
issues are available. Working together with our farrier Ray Carter and our
clients Farriers, MEVA uses computer technology such as direct digital
radiography (see Digital Radiography article) and the Metron system (a
computerized hoof conformation evaluator) to create a shoeing program to
help manage foot issues caused by thin walls, certain lameness conditions,
laminitis (founder) and hoof cracks.
Clients are welcome to bring their farriers to our clinic and use the
facility and inventory of shoes we have available. |
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Reproduction
"Equine
reproduction varies in sophistication from live cover mating to
breeding with fresh cooled or frozen semen and embryo transfer.
All of these techniques require accurate hormonal synchronization and
manipulation combined with rectal palpation and ultrasound.
Successful equine breeding requires a committed
client and experienced veterinary and farm staff."
--Richard J. Forfa, DVM, Dip. A.B.V.P. |
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