Cardiology Services We Provide
The goal of the cardiology service at Veterinary Specialists of
Rochester is to provide high quality diagnostic testing and treatment for dogs and cats with cardiac disease. We recognize the strong bond between people and their pets and we strive to optimally treat heart disease so that bond can continue as long as possible. We work together with referring veterinarians, emergency clinicians and pet owners to achieve these goals.
Dr. Darcy Adin
Darcy B. Adin, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Cardiology)
Dr. Adin graduated from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1996, completed a residency in cardiology at University of California, Davis in 1999 and received ACVIM board certification in cardiology in 2000. She was a Clinical Assistant Professor of Cardiology at the University of Florida prior to joining Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Services in 2006.
For a list of Dr. Darcy Adin’s publications and presentations, please refer to her
Curriculum Vitae.
For more information on the value of Dr. Darcy Adin’s certification as a diplomate, please visit the
College of Veterinary Internal Medicine website.
Heather Puderbaugh
Heather Puderbaugh, LVT, VTS (ECC).
Heather is a licensed veterinary technician and is certified in emergency and critical care medicine by the Veterinary Technician Specialist Society.
Veterinary Specialists and Animal Emergency Service is a state of the art facility where echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart), electrocardiography (ECG / EKG), radiography (xrays), blood pressure monitoring and 24 hour
Holter monitoring
can be performed to evaluate the cardiac status of your pet. Our
echocardiograph machine is a Vivid I Pro with 2-dimensional, M-mode, color Doppler, spectral Doppler and tissue Doppler imaging capabilities.
Dr. Adin also provides cardiac certification examinations including
OFA Cardiac Certification.
The vast majority of examinations are performed without sedation or shaving. Dogs and cats lie on their right and left sides on a cushioned table for approximately 20 minutes while the ECG and echocardiogram are performed. Most evaluations are completed within several hours of the appointment.
Scheduling a Consultation
Appointments are typically scheduled for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Because available dates and time may vary, please call 585-424-1260 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Darcy Adin.
Location
Veterinary Specialists of Rochester, 825 White Spruce Blvd, Rochester, NY 14623. Our phone number is 585-424-1260.