Veterinary Internal Medicine
in Palm Beach County, FL
At ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital – Palm Beach County, our Internal Medicine team is here when the answers aren’t obvious, but the symptoms are real. If your pet is sick and the cause remains unclear, our board-certified veterinary internists have the experience, technology, and tenacity to find out why. Whether your pet is facing a sudden crisis or a lingering illness that’s difficult to diagnose, we’re here to help.
Give us a call at (561) 774-8855 to learn more about our Internal Medicine department, or have your primary veterinarian refer your pet for advanced diagnostics and treatment.
What Is Veterinary Internal Medicine?
Internal Medicine is often described as the investigative branch of veterinary care. Our doctors are like detectives—trained to uncover hidden diseases, manage complex or chronic conditions, and get to the root of puzzling problems involving the major internal body systems. While your family veterinarian handles most routine and preventive care, some health issues require a deeper look. Veterinary internists are specialists in diagnosing and managing conditions that affect the internal organs and systems, including:
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Infectious diseases
Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis, leptospirosis, blastomycosis, histoplasmosis
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Endocrine diseases
Diabetes mellitus, Cushing’s disease, Addison’s disease, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism
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Hematological diseases
Anemia, thrombocytopenia, immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA)
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Gastrointestinal diseases
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), chronic vomiting or diarrhea
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Liver diseases
Chronic hepatitis, hepatic lipidosis, portosystemic shunts
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Renal diseases
Acute or chronic renal failure, protein-losing nephropathy (PLN)
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Respiratory diseases
Asthma, chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, nasal and sinus disorders
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Urinary tract diseases
Infections, incontinence, kidney stones
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Immune-mediated disorders and multi-systemic diseases
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), myasthenia gravis, immune-mediated polyarthritis (IMPA)
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Infectious diseases
Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis, leptospirosis, blastomycosis, histoplasmosis
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Endocrine diseases
Diabetes mellitus, Cushing’s disease, Addison’s disease, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism
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Hematological diseases
Anemia, thrombocytopenia, immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA)
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Gastrointestinal diseases
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), protein-losing enteropathy (PLE), chronic vomiting or diarrhea
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Renal diseases
Acute or chronic renal failure, protein-losing nephropathy (PLN)
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Respiratory diseases
Asthma, chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, nasal and sinus disorders
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Urinary tract diseases
Infections, incontinence, kidney stones
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Immune-mediated disorders and multi-systemic diseases
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), myasthenia gravis, immune-mediated polyarthritis (IMPA)
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Liver diseases
Chronic hepatitis, hepatic lipidosis, portosystemic shunts
These conditions are often complex, chronic, or resistant to initial treatment—and they can seriously impact your pet’s quality of life. That’s where our team comes in, providing advanced diagnostics, in-depth expertise, and collaborative care that supports both your pet and your primary veterinarian.
Advanced Diagnostics, Tailored to Your Pet
At ACCESS, we’re proud to offer one of the most advanced diagnostic suites in the region. From the moment your pet arrives for an internal medicine consultation, our team has access to the same tools and technologies found in leading human hospitals that allow us to perform the following diagnostics and procedures:
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Ultrasound and echocardiography
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64-slice CT and 1.5T MRI
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Fluoroscopy and digital radiography
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Endoscopy and minimally invasive scoping procedures
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Laparoscopic liver and kidney biopsies
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Feeding tube placement and foreign body retrieval
We use these tools to perform minimally invasive diagnostics that are often faster, safer, and more comfortable for your pet than traditional exploratory methods. Each case is unique, which is why we approach every patient with fresh eyes, open communication, and a comprehensive strategy.
A Truly Collaborative Approach to Care
What sets ACCESS apart is our culture of collaboration. Our internists work side by side with other specialty departments—such as surgery, oncology, neurology, and cardiology—to build well-rounded, individualized treatment plans for every pet. We also stay in close contact with your primary veterinarian, ensuring continuity of care from start to finish.
And for pets requiring hospitalization, our 24/7 ICU is staffed by an exceptional team of critical care specialists and highly trained technicians, so your pet always has support—even after hours.
Digging Deep for Answers
If your pet has been struggling with an ongoing illness or you’ve been referred for a deeper evaluation, our Internal Medicine team is here to help. With state-of-the-art tools, decades of experience, and an unwavering commitment to your pet’s health, we’ll work together to find the answers you need.
Have questions or need to schedule a consultation? Call us at (561) 774-8855—we’re here when your pet needs more than routine care.