Veterinary Cardiologists in Des Moines, Iowa
1 board-certified veterinary cardiologist found in Des Moines, Iowa.
Dr. Janet OlsonDVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Veterinary Cardiology Specialists at Iowa Veterinary Referral Center
4631 Merle Hay Road
About veterinary cardiology in Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa has one board-certified veterinary cardiologist (DACVIM-Cardiology). Board certification in veterinary cardiology requires completing a veterinary degree, a 1-year internship, a 3-4 year cardiology residency, and passing rigorous board examinations. There are fewer than 400 board-certified veterinary cardiologists in the entire United States.
If Dr. Janet Olson is unavailable or you need a second opinion, additional cardiologists can be found in other cities across Iowa.
Common reasons for visiting a veterinary cardiologist include heart murmur evaluation, echocardiogram and Holter monitor interpretation, DCM and MMVD diagnosis, medication management for congestive heart failure, and pre-breeding cardiac screening.
Preparing for your appointment in Des Moines
If you're traveling to Des Moines for your cardiology appointment, plan to arrive 15-20 minutes early for paperwork. Appointments typically last 45-90 minutes depending on the tests needed.
- Bring any previous test results (Holter reports, echocardiograms, bloodwork)
- Write down all current medications and dosages
- Note any symptoms you've observed and when they started
- Track your dog's resting respiratory rate for a few days before the visit
- Print our 10 questions to ask your cardiologist
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Directory disclaimer: Heart Dog Club provides this directory as a convenience. Inclusion does not constitute an endorsement. We do not verify the current status of any practitioner's license or board certification. Please verify credentials independently through the ACVIM or your state veterinary board.