Our Internal Medicine Service offers expert diagnosis and treatment for complex conditions, using advanced tools to manage chronic and hard-to-treat illnesses.
RRAEH'S
INTERNAL MEDICINE
Notice: Internal Medicine Not Accepting New Patients At This Time
At this time, Red River Animal Emergency Hospital & Referral Center is not accepting new internal medicine patients.
We understand how important specialized care is for your pet, and we are committed to helping you navigate the next steps. If you are seeking internal medicine services, please contact our team, and we will gladly provide referrals to trusted providers in the region.
We appreciate your understanding and hope to offer Internal Medicine services again in the near future. Please check back for updates.
OFFERING
Internal Veterinary Medicine in Fargo
At Red River Animal Emergency Hospital & Referral Center, we provide advanced internal veterinary medicine in Fargo to help pets with complex or chronic conditions. With advanced diagnostic tools and a collaborative approach, we deliver care that is not typically available at most general practices. To begin, ask your family veterinarian to submit a referral through our portal or call us at 701-478-9299.
What Is
Veterinary Internal Medicine?
Small animal internal medicine focuses on diagnosing and managing diseases that affect your pet’s internal organs and body systems. Many of these illnesses are long-term or difficult to treat, requiring advanced testing and a specialist’s expertise. Our internal medicine team works closely with your family veterinarian to uncover answers and guide treatment. We often evaluate and manage conditions related to:
- Gastrointestinal (GI) system
- Endocrine disorders, such as hormone imbalances
- Renal and hepatic (kidney and liver) function
- Respiratory disease
- Immune-mediated and blood-related disorders
By combining advanced diagnostics with personalized vet care, we help your pet live a more comfortable, healthy life.
What Conditions Do Internal Medicine
Vets Commonly Treat in Pets?
Our vet internal medicine specialist diagnoses and manages a wide range of conditions, including:
- Endocrine disorders: diabetes, Addison’s disease, thyroid disease, Cushing’s disease
- Gastrointestinal disease: vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, inflammatory bowel disease
- Liver and kidney disease
- Respiratory illness: chronic cough, asthma-like syndromes, nasal disease
- Hematologic and immune-mediated disease: IMHA, IMTP
- Infectious diseases: tick-borne illnesses, systemic infections
- Cancer staging in collaboration with our Oncology service
When Should I Ask My Vet for a Referral?
You may need a referral to an internal veterinary medicine near me if your pet is experiencing:
- Persistent or recurring symptoms despite initial treatment
- Unexplained weight loss or abnormal lab results
- Chronic gastrointestinal, respiratory, or endocrine conditions
- A need for advanced diagnostics like ultrasound, CT, or endoscopy
Your veterinarian can submit records through our referral portal, or you may call 701-478-9299 for guidance on the next steps.
What Advanced Diagnostics Are Available at
Red River Animal Emergency Hospital & Referral Center?
Our Internal Medicine service offers diagnostic capabilities that go far beyond what most primary care clinics provide, including:
- Ultrasound and echocardiograms
- Radiography and multi-slice CT scanning
- Endoscopy suite: upper and lower GI endoscopy, rhinoscopy, bronchoscopy, cystoscopy
- Endocrine testing and infectious disease panels
- Laparoscopic liver biopsies
- Bone marrow aspirate and biopsy
- Arthrocentesis
- Fine-needle aspiration
Having these services under one roof shortens the time between testing and treatment, giving your pet the best chance for recovery.
What Should I Bring to My Pet’s Appointment?
To ensure the most accurate and efficient visit, please bring:
- Records from your primary veterinarian
- Prior imaging or lab results
- A list of medications, supplements, and doses
- Diet history and allergy notes
- Videos of your pet’s symptoms, if possible
This information helps our team get a complete picture of your pet’s health and ensures we provide the most accurate diagnosis.
How Much Does an
Internal Medicine Consult Cost?
The cost of a consult depends on your pet’s condition and the diagnostics required. At RRAEH:
- We provide upfront estimates before moving forward with tests or treatments
- Pricing remains consistent day and night
- Financial assistance may be available through Care Credit or All Pet Card
For general guidance on costs, call 701-478-9299 or review our payment policies.
Why Choose Red River Animal Emergency Hospital & Referral Center?
Families and referring veterinarians trust us for animal internal medicine near me because we offer:
- A board-certified internal medicine specialist
- Consistent, compassionate vet care available 24/7
- Rapid access to CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, and an in-house laboratory
- Seamless coordination with Surgery, Oncology, and Critical Care
- A reputation as Fargo’s trusted referral center since 2005
Schedule a Veterinary Internal Medicine
Consultation in Fargo
Red River Animal Emergency Hospital & Referral Center is here to provide trusted internal veterinary medicine in Fargo. Our specialty team are ready to help when your pet needs advanced diagnostics and ongoing care. Contact us or ask your family veterinarian to submit a referral today.
