We are excited to offer our current clients the opportunity to engage in telemedicine. Telemedicine is not trying to replace visits to the hospital. Rather it’s about complementing our in hospital services and establishing a means to monitor patients and communicate with clients using the most advanced technology. Clients are always welcome to call and schedule an appointment, but we hope that our clients will appreciate the flexibility of a telemedicine consultation when appropriate.
With the advancement of technology literally putting cameras in our hands (through most cell phones) veterinary telemedicine can thrive. It saves you a trip to the vet while putting your mind at ease with quick feedback from your veterinary team. Rather than calling the clinic phone with a question about your pet, you can engage in a video call or send a picture through a chat and show your veterinarian exactly what’s concerning you. This gives us a thorough understanding of the situation, too, so we can offer you the best advice.
Response time is 1-2 hours. This is not meant to be used in an emergency.
These virtual visits are great for…
Post Surgery concerns
Wounds
Follow up visit questions
Behavior Questions
Coughing & Sneezing
Chronic Care questions
Hospice/ end of life questions or concerns
General advice
IF THIS IS AN EMERGENCY PLEASE GO TO THE CLOSEST EMERGENCY FACILITY
How do I initiate a telemedicine consult?
Virtual Visit Pricing
Telemedicine Hours
Monday-Friday 6pm-10 pm
Saturday 3pm-10 pm
Sunday 9 am-10 pm
Are All Pets Eligible For Telemedicine?
When it comes to enhancing and improving patient care, the AVMA encourages veterinarians to make the best use of technology possible, while still maintaining high-quality, safe, responsible veterinary practices. In order to do so, the AVMA permits veterinarians to practice telemedicine inside their veterinary license’s issuing state. Except in the event of an emergency, veterinarians are only allowed to provide patient-specific advice, treatments, or dietary recommendations via telemedicine for patients with whom they have an established veterinarian-client patient relationship (VCPR).
Supporting A Local Rescue
Giving Back To Our CommunityOnce Upon A Tail Rescue
Lakeshore Veterinary Hospital is a proud supporter of Once Upon a Tail Rescue located in St. Tammany Parish. We provide this foster-based, non-profit rescue with veterinary services, treatment plans, and surgery for the majority of their rescue animals. Our staff is passionate about these rescue patients, and many of them have adopted, fostered, and volunteered their time to help the rescue’s mission.
Once Upon a Tail rescue dogs come from every imaginable situation. With the help of our doctors and staff, we make sure our rescues get the medical care they need.
Our rescues range from strays fending for themselves to those who are injured with no one else to help them. Others are owner surrenders that end up with Once Upon a Tail when the owner is no longer capable of caring for them. We also focus on dogs that are slated for euthanasia at local kill shelters, as well as those who have suffered from neglect or abuse.
Once Upon a Tail continues to advocate for animals by staying active and committed in fighting for animal welfare in St. Tammany and surrounding parishes. It is only with community support, donations, and the amazing foster network that they can continue to be the voice and save so many.
Once Upon a Tail Rescue is a non-profit organization that relies solely on donations. Your generosity is what allows us to continue to rescue and care for many abused and abandoned animals. If you feel so inclined, please click the donation button below to donate directly to the rescue or go to their website to see the pets that are available for adoption.
Fostering is what helps us save lives. If you are interested in fostering an animal, please email them at [email protected] for more information or go directly to their Facebook page to message them.