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ARH Homebush works closely with referring veterinarians to provide advanced, comprehensive care. All patients are returned to their regular veterinarian for continued treatment and management of their condition.

As part of the Animal Referral & Emergency Network, ARH Homebush also shares access to leaders in other diverse, specialised veterinary fields. View all services across Australia here.

 

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We take pride in our specialty services

At ARH, we offer a comprehensive range of surgical solutions for dogs and cats, including orthopaedic, soft tissue, trauma, reconstructive and neurological surgery. Led by surgical specialists Dr Sarah Goldsmid and Dr David Simpson, we take a considered approach to surgery and provide a thorough plan to help ensure the best result for your pet. Common surgical procedures performed at ARH include stifle (knee) stabilisation procedures for cruciate ligament insufficiency, fracture repair, limb deformity correction, arthroscopy, abdominal and thoracic surgery, reconstructive surgery, hemilaminectomy and ventral slot procedures for intervertebral disc disease, and spinal stabilisation for vertebral fracture/luxation. Our specialists are happy to discuss the diagnosis and treatment of patients with referring veterinarians by phone or email correspondence, including a radiographic appraisal of any case.

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Our internal medicine specialists are qualified in both canine and feline internal medicine. They treat a broad range of cases, such as gastrointestinal disease (including liver, pancreas and bowel disease); cardiac and respiratory disease; endocrine problems (such as diabetes and thyroid disease); kidney and liver issues; immune problems; and joint disease. The training and experience of our internal medicine specialists enable them to work with your local veterinarian to provide the highest standard of care for your pet. Our specialists receive referrals for patients that are critically ill as well as those with chronic or ongoing problems. They are able to use their expertise combined with diagnostic tools, including endoscopy, ultrasound, CT and MRI, to investigate the cause of a pet’s illness and offer the best possible advice on treatment options.

Our specialists are happy to discuss the diagnosis and treatment of patients with referring veterinarians by phone or email correspondence, including a radiographic appraisal of any case.

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ARH Homebush’s diagnostic imaging suite is the most advanced in New South Wales. It enables our specialists and consultants to obtain the highest quality images required for diagnosis, treatment planning and prognosis of your pet’s condition.

On-site, ARH Homebush’s imaging suite consists of:

  • 1.5T high-field MRI
  • Siemens 64 Slice Cardiac CT
  • Fuji DR Digital Radiography
  • Cardiac and abdominal ultrasound
  • Digital subtraction angiography fluoroscopy system

ARH Homebush’s diagnostic imaging suite is the most advanced in New South Wales. It enables our specialists and consultants to obtain the highest quality images required for diagnosis, treatment planning and prognosis of your pet’s condition.

On-site, ARH Homebush’s imaging suite consists of:

  • 1.5T high-field MRI
  • Siemens 64 Slice Cardiac CT
  • Fuji DR Digital Radiography
  • Cardiac and abdominal ultrasound
  • Digital subtraction angiography fluoroscopy system

Images are interpreted by highly skilled clinicians and supported by specialist radiologists within the ARH group.

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Cases that are referred to ARH for cardiology issues are initially booked in to see one of our Internal Medicine Team. The specialist will assess the patient and decide if further work up is needed. The medicine specialists are supported by the Diagnostic Imaging team. ARH Homebush is fully equipped with the latest cardiology equipment including cardiac ultrasound and a cardiac 64 slice CT.

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Our animal rehabilitation service is offered by Rhys Donovan from the Animal Rehab Klinik. Rhys has a background in (human) complementary health and completed a Graduate Diploma of Animal Biomechanical Medicine (ABM), which is the only course in Australia combining the knowledge and experience of veterinarians, chiropractors and osteopaths into one degree.

Services offered include:

Post-operative care and physiotherapy

  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Laser therapy
  • Injury rehabilitation

Arthritis and joint conditions

  • Arthritis-friendly rehabilitation clinic
  • Older pets
  • Overweight pets

Wellness and weight loss

  • Active pets
  • Older pets
  • Overweight pets
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The services available for the ophthalmology department at ARH Homebush include diagnostic and treatment of ophthalmic disorders; extra ocular surgeries (including eyelids, conjunctiva, cornea); intraocular surgeries (glaucoma, cataracts tumors and some retinal procedures). While the majority of ARH Homebush's work involves companion animals, other species can be considered for ophthalmic assessment and treatments.

The Opthalmology service is led by Dr Filipe Espinheira LMV, DACVO, Registered Specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology. With over 14 years of extensive experience, Dr Filipe has worked as a faculty member in Comparative Ophthalmology at leading US universities including Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. His professional interests include intraocular surgery, glaucoma, advanced imaging of the eye and ophthalmology of exotic and wild animals.

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Our Emergency and Critical Care specialist Dr. Patricia Rosenstein,  run our emergency and critical care department, which offers a high level of patient care, diagnostics, and intensive care medicine. This includes blood transfusions, emergency oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, emergency surgical procedures, blood gas analysis, constant delivery of pain medications, treatment of heart failure, poisonings and trauma.

Referral to specialist emergency and critical care is available by appointment.

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ARH is excited to welcome back Dr Sonya Yu as our Medical Veterinary oncologist. She is an incredibly talented and well respected oncologist with a high degree of compassion and skill. Dr Sonya will see all cases requiring oncology treatment and consulting on Tuesday and Wednesday every week. 

Upon seeing our oncology service, further tests may be recommended for your pet. These may include diagnostic imaging, such as radiography, ultrasound, CT or MRI. These facilities are available at our Homebush veterinary referral hospital. Oncology treatment is supported by our ARH specialists in medicine, surgery and intensive care to allow the very best outcome. In addition to chemotherapy and other forms of medical management of cancers, ARH Homebush can proved accession to radiation therapy for veterinary patients, where required.

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What is oncology for pets? 
As pets age, they, like people, are prone to developing tumours. Advances in veterinary medicine have extended the lifespan of our furry friends, which has led to an increase in cancer cases. Fortunately, we now have more effective treatment options, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. Notably, chemotherapy treatments for pets are administered at lower doses than those used for humans, making them much less taxing. Many pet owners are pleasantly surprised by how well their pets tolerate these treatments.

What is involved in an oncology consult? 
Our Oncologist, Dr. Sonya, will meet with you and your pet and, after a warm hello and initial chat, will discuss your pet's diagnosis, including what treatment options and what to expect going forward. She knows how stressful a cancer diagnosis can be and is very gentle and empathetic. She is also very understanding of the financial pressures that almost everyone is facing nowadays and will tailor her recommendations to your circumstances.

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Our Facilities

ARH Homebush is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, it features:

About ARH Homebush

For over 25 years, the Animal Referral Hospital has been a pillar of pet healthcare across NSW. ARH Homebush incorporates a specialist referral service and emergency service into one seamless, integrated business, open 24 hours, 365 days.

This means that whether your pet comes to us for specialist treatment or emergency care, they are treated by the same team members, using the same systems and equipment. This ensures your pet’s treatment is as seamless and stress-free as possible. It also allows us to be flexible on pet pick-up and drop-off times.

At ARH Homebush, we treat your pets as members of our family. Our compassionate team has a wealth of experience allowing us to provide the best care to animals and their human friends. We will work with you and your regular veterinarian to find the best treatment option for your pet.

 
 
 

Our Services

ARH Homebush works closely with referring veterinarians to provide advanced, comprehensive care. All patients are returned to their regular veterinarian for continued treatment and management of their condition. As part of the Animal Referral & Emergency Network, ARH Homebush also shares access to leaders in other diverse, specialised veterinary fields. View all services across Australia here.

 
 
 
 
 
 

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