When your pet is unwell, getting the right diagnosis and starting the right treatment quickly can make all the difference.
At Bicester Vets, we’re proud to offer a level of medical expertise, diagnostic equipment and hospital care that goes beyond what is routinely available in general veterinary practice. From investigating unexplained symptoms to managing complex or critical illnesses, we have the facilities and experience to provide outstanding care.
Our team includes vets with additional qualifications and particular expertise in small animal medicine.
Claire Letts is an RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Medicine and holds an additional postgraduate certificate in the subject. Elaine Springer has completed a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice, focusing on medicine, while Sarah Cameron holds a certificate in Emergency and Critical Care.
We believe that working together leads to better care. Every day, our vets hold clinical rounds to discuss patients, share knowledge and plan investigations and treatments collaboratively. This means your pet benefits from the collective experience of our veterinary team.
Making an accurate diagnosis is the first step towards effective treatment.
Our extensive in-house laboratory allows us to obtain important results quickly, often while your pet is still with us. We can assess blood cells, organ function, electrolytes and, for critically unwell patients, blood gases and acid-base balance. We also use microscopy to examine blood smears and other samples.
Our advanced diagnostic imaging facilities include ultrasound, digital X-ray and CT scanning, giving us a detailed picture of what’s happening inside your pet’s body.
We also offer endoscopy, using a small camera to examine internal organs and collect biopsies. Where appropriate, we can take biopsies using minimally invasive laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery.
Some medical conditions require more intensive treatment and monitoring.
Our facilities allow us to provide advanced treatments, including carefully controlled continuous infusions of medications, known as constant rate infusions (CRIs). We also have dedicated isolation facilities for patients with potentially infectious diseases.
Importantly, we provide overnight nursing care for hospitalised patients who need it. This means many pets with complex medical conditions can remain in familiar surroundings, receiving care throughout the night without the additional stress of travelling to another out-of-hours provider.
Whether your pet has a complicated ongoing illness or becomes suddenly unwell, our combination of experienced clinicians, advanced diagnostics and excellent nursing care means we’re well equipped to investigate and manage even challenging medical cases.
Our aim is to provide answers, effective treatment and the reassurance that your pet is receiving the very best care we can offer.
