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News from the College of Veterinary Medicine University of Illinois 3225 Vet. Med. Basic Sciences Bldg. 2001 S. Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL 61802 |
May 29, 2009 Release on |
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Chris Beuoy 217/244-1562 beuoy@illinois.edu |
Veterinary Teaching Hospital Introduces Primary Care Service
URBANA - Human patients are accustomed to having a "primary care" physician whom they see for routine and wellness care throughout their lives, while occasionally being referred to specialists for advanced medical needs.Now the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital offers a similar opportunity for pet owners who want both a long-term relationship with a caring veterinarian for routine pet health needs and instant access to specialists in a world-class veterinary facility.
In May the Veterinary Teaching Hospital opened a small animal primary care service, run by Dr. Kandi Norrell. Dr. Norrell will meet the year-round veterinary needs of area dogs and cats, with a focus on maintaining each pet's lifelong health.
Primary care services include new puppy and kitten care, annual vaccinations and wellness examinations, treatment for minor injuries, preventive medicine, nutrition consultations, management of acute and chronic illness and medical conditions, and geriatric pet care.
Dr. Norrell is a graduate of the College of Veterinary Medicine who was raised in central Illinois and has worked in emergency veterinary care in Florida for the past several years.
Appointments with Dr. Norrell, who offers evening and Saturday hours, are available by calling 217-265-5163.
The University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital cares for more than 15,000 animal patients every year and offers the most comprehensive veterinary facilities and expertise in Illinois, with the latest in diagnostic and imaging capabilities, round-the-clock emergency and critical care service, and more than 80 veterinarians on staff.
As part of the state's only College of Veterinary Medicine, the hospital plays a vital role in educating the veterinarians of tomorrow and expanding knowledge and treatments to improve animal lives.