For referring vets
Submit the clinical question, relevant history and requested service so the SAVMR team can help plan the most suitable appointment pathway.
Information for vetsReferral Services
Veterinary Referral Services in Adelaide
SA Vet Medical Referrals provides referral medicine, ultrasound, cardiology, endoscopy and imaging pathway support for dogs and cats across Adelaide and the Adelaide Hills.
The team works with referring veterinarians and pet owners to investigate complex cases, perform advanced diagnostic procedures and provide practical recommendations for ongoing care.
Service overview
Referral support for complex cases and advanced diagnostics
SAVMR supports small animal cases where additional diagnostic insight, referral-level procedures or internal medicine input may help guide the next step.
Services may be provided from the Fullarton procedure room or, for suitable cases, through a mobile service at the pet’s regular veterinary clinic.
For pet owners
If your regular vet has recommended referral care, SAVMR can help investigate your pet’s condition while keeping your usual vet involved.
Information for pet ownersFullarton and mobile options
Outpatient appointments are available from the Fullarton procedure room, with mobile clinic visits available for suitable cases.
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SAVMR referral services
Choose a service below to learn more about what it can help assess, when it may be recommended and what to expect from the referral process.
Veterinary Ultrasound
Abdominal, urinary tract and focused ultrasound for dogs and cats with internal medical or diagnostic concerns.
Vomiting or diarrhoea
Weight loss or appetite changes
Abdominal pain or distension
Urinary signs
Liver, spleen, kidney, bladder or intestinal concerns
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Veterinary Cardiology
Cardiology support for dogs and cats with murmurs, suspected heart disease, rhythm concerns or cardiac changes.
Heart murmurs
Suspected heart disease
Collapse or weakness
Breathing concerns
Echocardiography, ECG or Holter monitoring
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Veterinary Endoscopy
Diagnostic and selected therapeutic endoscopy, including gastroscopy, bronchoscopy and foreign body retrieval where appropriate.
Chronic vomiting or regurgitation
Upper gastrointestinal investigation
Airway or respiratory investigation
Foreign body retrieval
Minimally invasive diagnostic sampling
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Internal Medicine
Referral medicine support for complex, chronic or unclear medical conditions affecting dogs and cats.
Persistent or unexplained illness
Complex medical cases
Endocrine, gastrointestinal, urinary or respiratory concerns
Diagnostic planning
Treatment and monitoring recommendations
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Advanced Imaging
Advanced imaging pathway guidance, including MRI referral planning and imaging decision support for selected complex cases.
Neurological concerns
Complex diagnostic questions
Cases where ultrasound or endoscopy may not answer the full question
MRI pathway guidance
Referral imaging planning
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Unsure which service fits?
The most useful pathway depends on the clinical question, patient signs, previous results and what information is needed to guide treatment.
Main clinical question
Recent history and signs
Previous test results
Current medication details
Referral or booking preference
Submit a booking or referral request
Choosing a service
Not sure which service is right?
The most useful referral pathway depends on the clinical question, the patient’s signs, previous test results and what information is needed to guide treatment.
If imaging is needed
Ultrasound or advanced imaging pathway support may be appropriate when the next step depends on visualising internal structures.
Veterinary ultrasound Advanced imagingIf the heart is the concern
Cardiology support may be suitable for murmurs, suspected heart disease, rhythm changes, collapse or heart-related breathing concerns.
Veterinary cardiologyIf a camera procedure may help
Endoscopy may help investigate selected gastrointestinal or respiratory signs, and may allow certain foreign bodies to be retrieved without open surgery.
Veterinary endoscopyIf the case is complex or unclear
Internal medicine support may be suitable when signs are persistent, multi-system, chronic or difficult to explain with initial testing.
Internal medicineReferral process
How referral appointments work
SAVMR works with the regular veterinary clinic and pet owner to arrange the right appointment type and location.
Referral or booking request
A referring vet or pet owner submits an appointment request through the booking form.
Clinical information is reviewed
For referrals, the team reviews the clinical question, patient history, previous test results and requested service.
Appointment pathway is confirmed
The team confirms whether the appointment is best suited to Fullarton, mobile service or another referral pathway.
Findings support ongoing care
Findings and recommendations are shared with the referring veterinarian to support the next stage of care.
Appointment locations
Fullarton and mobile service options
Some services are provided from SAVMR’s Fullarton procedure room. For suitable cases, mobile referral services may be arranged at the pet’s regular veterinary clinic.
Fullarton procedure room
Outpatient referral appointments are available from 228 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton SA 5064. Bookings are by appointment only.
View location informationMobile referral services
For suitable cases, SAVMR may attend the regular veterinary clinic to provide selected referral services. Suitability depends on the service, equipment requirements, patient needs and scheduling.
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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 vetsFor pet owners
Learn why your regular vet may recommend referral care, what to expect and how your regular vet stays involved.
Information for pet ownersQuestions
Veterinary referral service FAQs
SAVMR provides referral veterinary support in internal medicine, ultrasound, cardiology, echocardiography, endoscopy and selected advanced imaging pathways for dogs and cats.
SAVMR works closely with regular veterinarians. Pet owners can submit a booking request, but clinical information from the regular vet is usually needed to plan the most appropriate appointment.
Yes. Referring vets can submit a referral request through the booking form and include clinic details, patient information, relevant history, test results and the main clinical question.
Outpatient referral appointments are available from the Fullarton procedure room. For suitable cases, selected mobile services may be arranged at the pet’s regular veterinary clinic.
Yes. SAVMR is based in Adelaide and the Adelaide Hills, supporting suitable cases from local veterinary clinics and pet owners in those areas.
The best service depends on the clinical question, your pet’s signs and any previous test results. If you are unsure, submit a booking or referral request and the team can help guide the most suitable pathway.
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.