Veterinary Diagnostics & Internal Medicine in Summerton, SC
Trusted Diagnostic Care for Cats and Dogs
At Lake Marion Animal Hospital in Summerton, SC, we provide caring and knowledgeable support for your pet’s health through advanced diagnostic and internal medicine services. Our veterinary team combines small-town familiarity with modern equipment to help you understand your pet’s condition and chart a path forward.
Serving Summerton, Sumter, Manning, Santee, Turbeville, and Charleston County, we are proud to support a broad community with the kind of personalized service you might expect from your neighborhood clinic. Whether your pet is experiencing new symptoms or needs chronic condition management, we offer tools and guidance to help you make confident decisions.
We welcome dogs and cats for both routine diagnostics and complex internal medicine evaluations. Use our Otto widget to request an appointment or give us a call. We’re here when you need answers.
Understanding Internal Medicine: A Closer Look at Your Pet's Health
Internal medicine provides expert care for diseases affecting vital internal organs. This care encompasses all conditions related to the heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, gut, and hormone-producing glands. For many pets, internal medicine is key to understanding vague symptoms or long-standing health concerns.
Common conditions we diagnose and treat include:
If your pet needs a closer look inside or if a condition hasn’t responded to basic treatment, internal medicine provides a deeper understanding and a clearer direction.
Advanced Diagnostics, Right Here in Summerton
At Lake Marion Animal Hospital, we use advanced diagnostic tools to detect, confirm, and monitor health concerns in dogs and cats. By offering these services in-house, we reduce wait times, minimize stress for your pet, and provide more accurate, timely care.
In-House Laboratory
Our lab allows for same-day results on many important tests. From blood chemistry and complete blood counts to urinalysis and fecal screening, we are equipped to move quickly when your pet needs answers. For more specialized tests, we send samples to IDEXX reference labs for expanded analysis.
Digital Radiology (X-rays)
Digital radiography gives us clear, immediate images of bones, joints, lungs, and the abdomen. We also perform OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) exams and X-rays to evaluate hip and joint health, especially for breeding assessments or orthopedic concerns.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound allows us to view internal organs in real time. This is especially useful for soft tissue evaluations, pregnancy confirmation, or detecting fluid buildup or masses. It is a gentle, non-invasive tool that enhances our ability to diagnose complex conditions.
Endoscopy
Endoscopy uses a small camera to explore the inside of your pet’s gastrointestinal tract or airways. It can help locate blockages, retrieve foreign objects, or assess chronic inflammation. Because it is less invasive than surgery, endoscopy often reduces your pet’s recovery time and discomfort.
Send-Out Lab Testing
For cases that require a broader range of testing, we partner with IDEXX laboratories. These send-out tests allow us to access advanced diagnostics without sacrificing continuity of care. We handle the logistics and contact you as soon as results are ready.
Our Approach to Internal Medicine Cases
Each case begins with a conversation. We listen to your concerns, review your pet’s history, and discuss which diagnostics make the most sense. From there, our veterinary team builds a care plan based on what we find and what your pet needs.
Here’s what you can expect:
Whether your pet has a newly diagnosed illness or an ongoing health issue, we approach every case with compassion and focus.
Signs Your Pet May Need Diagnostic Testing
Pets can’t tell us how they feel, so it’s important to watch for changes. If your pet is showing any of the following symptoms, it may be time for a diagnostic evaluation:
These signs don’t always point to serious illness, but they do deserve attention. Diagnostic testing helps us find the cause and begin appropriate care.
Why Local Pet Owners Trust Lake Marion Animal Hospital
There are several reasons pet owners across Summerton, Sumter, Manning, Santee, and Charleston County trust Lake Marion Animal Hospital:
What sets our dental care apart:
Our goal is to support you and your pet with experience, empathy, and reliable technology.
