Pet Internal Medicine
When your pet is facing a more complex health issue, you need more than just routine care — you need insight, precision, and compassion. Our AAHA-accredited pet internal medicine services at Providence Animal Hospital in Mt. Juliet, TN, help address their core health problem, providing clear answers when symptoms are vague and reassurance when things feel uncertain.
What Is Pet Internal Medicine?
Internal medicine is a specialized area of veterinary care focused on diagnosing and managing diseases of the internal body systems. This includes chronic and acute conditions that affect your pet’s organs, glands, immune system, and more.
Our veterinarians at Providence Animal Hospital are trained to investigate complex medical conditions and create targeted treatment plans for illnesses involving the heart, kidneys, liver, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, skin, hormones, and neurological system.
Our Internal Medicine Services
We offer in-house diagnostic testing, advanced imaging, and access to specialty consultations when needed.
Veterinary Cardiology
Diagnosis and treatment of heart murmurs, arrhythmias, heart failure, and congenital heart disease
Veterinary Ophthalmology
Management of eye infections, cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal disorders to preserve vision and comfort
Veterinary Dermatology
Allergy testing and treatment, skin disease diagnosis, chronic itching, and ear infections
Veterinary Neurology
Evaluation of seizures, paralysis, head tilt, balance issues, and spinal disorders
Veterinary Gastroenterology
Care for vomiting, diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), pancreatitis, and food allergies
Veterinary Oncology
Cancer diagnostics and treatment, including supportive care to improve your pet’s comfort and quality of life
Endocrinology
Management of hormone-based conditions such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s disease, and Addison’s disease
Why Internal Medicine Is Essential for Your Pet’s Health
Chronic diseases often develop slowly and silently in pets, and symptoms like lethargy, changes in appetite, weight loss, or unusual behavior can be easy to overlook. In aging pets in particular, internal diseases such as diabetes, kidney failure, and cancer are among the leading causes of severe health issues, and in many cases can become fatal.
To address these vague health issues in pets, early diagnosis is crucial — the sooner we identify the issue, the sooner we can start treatment and improve outcomes.
Our Approach to Complex Cases
As an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital, we follow gold-standard protocols for diagnostics, treatment, pain management, and safety. Our internal medicine services are supported by:
- In-house laboratory testing for rapid blood work and organ function evaluation
- Digital radiology and ultrasound imaging for non-invasive internal views
- Referral relationships with board-certified specialists when advanced intervention is needed
- A compassionate care team who stays in close communication with you throughout the process
We take the time to explain your pet’s condition and treatment options, so you never feel rushed or overwhelmed. Our goal is to support your pet’s recovery and your peace of mind.
Schedule a Pet Internal Medicine Consultation Today
If your pet is showing unusual signs or managing a chronic condition, let us help. Our experienced internal medicine team in Mt. Juliet, TN, is ready to support you with answers and compassionate care.
Your pet deserves the highest level of care for issues under the skin and fur — and that’s exactly what our expert veterinarians provide.