Hamilton Specialist Referrals

02/05/2025

Thanks for coming Pet Blood Bank UK!

26/04/2025

💚💛On World Veterinary Day we acknowledge the Worlds Best Team 💙❤️

16/04/2025

We recently received some wonderful feedback from a client and her adorable dog, Tessa.
Tessa initially came to see our neurologist, Dr. Jocelyn Cooper, with neurological symptoms, including unusual behaviour and possible spinal pain. An MRI of her spine was performed, and a neurological condition was ruled out.
Back at her referring vet, a CT scan revealed that Tessa had an extra-hepatic portosystemic shunt. A portosystemic shunt, or liver shunt, is a bypass that allows blood to flow around the liver—either due to a congenital (present at birth) or acquired condition. In Tessa’s case, it was congenital, and while relatively common in dogs, it can lead to serious complications.
The shunt causes blood to bypass the liver and flow directly to the heart without being filtered. This unfiltered blood enters the systemic circulation, which can lead to a range of symptoms and explains the neurological signs Tessa was experiencing.
Tessa was then referred to Dr. Carolina Albuquerque in our internal medicine department for further assessment and treatment. She was subsequently scheduled for corrective surgery with Dr. Karla Lee, our soft tissue surgeon, and Dr. Barbora Mala, our surgical resident.
Tessa’s case highlights how multidisciplinary collaboration in a referral setting can lead to excellent outcomes for our patients.
We’re happy to report that Tessa’s surgery was a success, and she is now on the road to recovery. However, Tessa seems to think that four weeks of rest and recovery is far too long—she’s feeling great and is eager to return to her usual activities!

29/03/2025

Meet Winnie – a gorgeous pup who came to HSR to have a tumour removed from her brain🐾
Her case is a perfect example of our team’s flexibility and adaptability, allowing us to utilise our vast skill set to ensure the best possible outcome. It’s the power of teamwork that truly makes a difference in helping each patient thrive

19/03/2025

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14/03/2025

Marble was presented to Hamilton Specialist Referrals for an MRI scan of her brain.
Her dedicated owners had noticed her behaviour had been slightly abnormal for around 9 months and she had more recently developed incoordination and a tendency to fall.
Marble underwent surgery on 15th November 2023. This involves removing the segment of skull overlying the tumour, enabling the mass to be dissected free of the surrounding brain tissue. The operation went smoothly, with Marble recovering well from the procedure and showing no significant discomfort. She was expected to have deficits relating to the mass for some time post-surgery – it takes time for the brain to return to normal function and there will inevitably be some permanent damaged caused by the presence of the mass. However, many cats will do well and have a significantly improved quality of life. Marble’s story is just one of many that demonstrate the hope and healing available to our animal patients. 🎉

08/03/2025

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY!

07/03/2025

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06/03/2025

Same day appointments available!

04/03/2025

Another successful blood donation session with Pet Blood Bank UK!
We love hosting the PBB team here at HSR, and the influx of waggy tails on a Sunday is an absolute delight! 17 units of blood is a fantastic result!

27/02/2025