? How to find a good vet that will understand you and your kitty

[Mimis mom]

I know I’ve posted about this before but I can’t seem to find where I posted it.

I need to find a good vet - one that even understands feline diabetes because the last one(s) really did not..

 

[Lisa and Witn (GA)]

One way is to see if there are any members near you that can recommend someone. You may want to include your location in the subject line so they will know where you are at.

Another way is to search for a feline only vet. You can search for vets in your area here https://catvets.com/ . It's no guarantee, but since they only treat cats, they may be more familiar with FD.

The other way is to create a list of questions and call vets in your area. You may need to schedule a consultation appointment, but if they know you are looking for a new vet, will probably be glad to set up a time when you can talk to the vet.

 

[Roberta and Chloe]

One way is to see if there are any members near you that can recommend someone. You may want to include your location in the subject line so they will know where you are at.

Another way is to search for a feline only vet. You can search for vets in your area here https://catvets.com/ . It's no guarantee, but since they only treat cats, they may be more familiar with FD.

The other way is to create a list of questions and call vets in your area. You may need to schedule a consultation appointment, but if they know you are looking for a new vet, will probably be glad to set up a time when you can talk to the vet.

I wish I'd known about this website three years ago! I went through about 5 vets before I found Dr. Upchurch. Make sure you click on 'felines only' on the drop-down.

 

[Tomlin]

Another option is to find an internal medicine specialist and use them vs a regular vet.
The vets are the equivalent of a primary care MD in human medicine. In order to become an internal medicine specialist in veterinary medicine, a vet must complete their vet degree, complete a 1 year internship and then complete a 3 year residency in order to further study, learn and complete clinic work understanding the various systems such as GI, endocrinology etc.. After they finish the residency they must pass a rigorous board exam to be designated an ACVIM. In addition, some go onto receive additional training and are designated veterinary specialists with certain areas such as dentistry or surgery.

I am going to attach some links:

https://vetspecialists.com/what-is-a-board-certified-small-animal-internal-medicine-specialist/

https://find.vetspecialists.com/

[url]https://www.avma.org/education/veterinary-specialties[/URL]

 

[jt and trouble (GA)]

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