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      • Dr. Rhett Mortenson
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      • Dr. Alastair Westcott
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      • Andrea Drinkwater
      • Ândria Lopes dos Santos
      • Julz Vennard
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      • Nena Henriksen
      • Hayley Stuart
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      • Laser Surgery
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      • Fracture Repairs
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Advanced Surgical Procedures
 

 

Our clinic offers all forms of abdominal surgeries on a scheduled and emergency basis.

​We also perform orthopedic surgeries, mass removals, and ocular/aural surgical interventions.   


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​Coombs Veterinary Hospital is happy to welcome

2 new Veterinarians

to our family!




As of January 2022, we have expanded our building, hours of operation, and the services that we offer!
​Contact us today for more information 

Examples of Advanced Surgical Procedures:

Abdominal
  • Exploratory Laparotomy (including gastrotomy, enterotomy, and/or biopsies) ​
  • Cystotomy
  • Mass removals
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Orthopedic
  • Fracture repairs
  • Cruciate Ligament repairs
  • Medial Luxating patella correction
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Pre-Anesthetic Screening 

In order to increase anesthetic safety, we offer pre-anesthetic diagnostics before all surgeries. 
  1. Blood Work - This allows your Veterinarian to check the systemic health and organ function of your pet. Even young, healthy looking animals can have genetic issues or birth defects lurking inside that cannot be otherwise identified. Problems with the kidneys and/or liver are particularly important to investigate prior to anesthesia. 
  2. ECG - This is important for animals with arrhythmias and/or heart murmurs. There are also certain breeds (such as Boxers or Doberman Pinchers) that are prone to heart disease and regular screening is encouraged.

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Coombs Veterinary Hospital is the only clinic on Vancouver Island currently offering

​ minimally invasive surgery through use of laparoscopic technology.


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  • VET CLINIC
    • Hours
    • Contact us
    • About us
    • Partners
  • STAFF
    • Veterinarians >
      • Dr. Rhett Mortenson
      • Dr. Meggie Beal
      • Dr. Zoe Noble
      • Dr. Rachel Loppe
      • Dr. Chris Milligan
      • Dr. Alastair Westcott
    • Veterinary Technicians >
      • Andrea Drinkwater
      • Ândria Lopes dos Santos
      • Julz Vennard
    • Receptionists >
      • Nena Henriksen
      • Hayley Stuart
  • GALLERY
  • H.E.A.R.T
    • H.E.A.R.T Recipients
  • WELLNESS SERVICES
    • Annual Health Exams
    • Vaccinations
    • Parasite Prevention
    • End of Life Care
  • SURGERY
    • Routine Surgery >
      • Spay
      • Neuter
    • Dental COHAT >
      • Panoramic X-rays
    • Minimally Invasive Surgery >
      • Lap spay
    • Advanced Surgical Procedures >
      • Laser Surgery
    • Orthopedic Surgery >
      • Fracture Repairs
      • Luxating Patella Repairs
      • Cruciate Repairs
  • DIAGNOSTICS
    • Laboratory Diagnositcs
    • Digital Radiology
    • Ultrasound
  • THEMES OF THE MONTH
    • January
    • February
    • March
    • April
    • May
    • June
    • July
    • August
    • September
    • October
    • November
    • December
  • REFERRALS AND URGENT CARE
    • Referral Form