Cardiology

The Taverham Vets cardiology service is run by Tom Robertson MA VetMB CertVDI CertVC MRCVS. Tom is an active member of the Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VCS) and he is one of a very small number of vets in the country who have RCVS certificates in both Cardiology and Diagnostic Imaging. Tom is an RCVS Advanced Practitioner and received the VCS prize for obtaining the highest marks in his certificate examination in Cardiology. 

Supported by a large highly qualified and professional veterinary, veterinary nursing and administrative team, Tom provides a comprehensive in-house cardiorespiratory service for dogs and cats. From initial diagnosis to ongoing management, Tom is passionate about improving the quality of life for pets with cardiorespiratory concerns. 

In association with the VCS, Tom actively assists canine and feline breeds with heart scoring to try and reduce the prevalence of genetic heart conditions. He attends shows to provide a screening service and provides this service in the practice.

The state-of-the-art equipment available for cardiorespiratory cases within Taverham Veterinary hospital includes Doppler cardiac ultrasound, ECG, radiography, 24 hour continuous Holter ECG monitoring, comprehensively equipped in house laboratory, a sophisticated endoscopy system and CT scanning. 

Some of the cardiorespiratory conditions we can help with include; 

• Investigation of heart murmurs including discounted puppy murmur clinics
• Investigation and treatment of congestive heart failure 
• Breathing abnormalities 
• Investigations into coughing
• Syncopal and collapsing patients 
• Arrhythmia 
• Exercise intolerance 
• Breed heart scoring including Doppler and Auscultation

Tom does not provide an interventional heart surgery service but commonly liases with specialist referral centres if a surgical procedure is required following diagnosis.

We understand that receiving a diagnosis of a heart or respiratory condition for your pet can be a stressful and worrying time. We will work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that considers your pet’s unique needs. If your pet requires hospitalisation, rest assured our 24-hour veterinary team are here, providing optimal round-the-clock care.