Referral Services

Veterinary Referral Services in Adelaide

SA Vet Medical Referrals provides referral medicine, ultrasound, cardiology, gastroscopy and endoscopy support for dogs and cats across Adelaide.

The team works with referring veterinarians and pet owners to investigate complex cases, perform advanced diagnostic procedures and provide practical recommendations for ongoing care.

Veterinary referral services for dogs and cats in Adelaide

Core services

SAVMR referral services

Choose a service below to learn more about what it can help assess and what to expect from the referral process.

Veterinary Ultrasound

Ultrasound is a sophisticated imaging modality employed for the diagnosis and monitoring of numerous medical conditions in animals.

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Veterinary Cardiology

Cardiology is the discipline of diagnosing and treating heart conditions such as congenital defects, valvular disease, arrhythmias, and heart failure.

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Gastroscopy

Gastroscopy and gastroduodenoscopy are vital diagnostic procedures that allow for the direct visual examination of the upper gastrointestinal tract in dogs and cats.

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Medicine

Dr Woodruff completed residency training in small animal medicine in 2017, passing both practical and oral exams at a specialist level.

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Endoscopy

Endoscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedure in small animal medicine, allowing accurate visualisation and evaluation of the internal surfaces of various organs and tissues.

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Referral pathways

Referral information for every pathway

Whether you are a referring veterinarian or a pet owner whose regular vet has recommended referral care, SAVMR can help you understand the next step.

For referring vets

Learn what cases can be referred, what information to send and how SAVMR communicates findings back to your clinic.

Referral information for vets

For pet owners

Learn why your regular vet may recommend referral care, what to expect and how your regular vet stays involved.

Information for pet owners

Referral process

How referral appointments work

SAVMR works with the regular veterinary clinic and pet owner to arrange the right appointment.

1

Referral or booking request

A referring vet or pet owner submits an appointment request through the booking form.

2

Clinical information is reviewed

For referrals, the team reviews the clinical question, patient history, previous test results and requested service.

3

Appointment pathway is confirmed

The team confirms the appointment details and service required for your pet.

4

Findings support ongoing care

Findings and recommendations are shared with the referring veterinarian to support the next stage of care.

Appointment locations

Fullarton procedure room

Outpatient referral appointments are provided from SAVMR's Fullarton procedure room, by appointment only.

Fullarton procedure room

Outpatient referral appointments are available from 228 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton SA 5064. Bookings are by appointment only.

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Questions about your appointment?

If you are unsure which service is right, or have questions about scheduling, the SAVMR team is happy to help.

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Next step

Need referral support?

Submit a booking or referral request and the SAVMR team can help guide the most appropriate service and appointment pathway.

For emergency appointment enquiries, call 0497 263 505.

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