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(954)617-8724

Victoria Park Animal Hospital
  • Home
  • New Clients
  • About Us
    • What to Expect
    • Take A Tour
    • Our Team
  • Pet Services
    • Pet Services
    • Telemedicine
    • CT Scans
    • Ultrasound Study
    • Spa Medical
    • Technician Appointments
    • Pet Dentistry
    • Surgical Services
  • Pet Education
    • Forms & Helpful Links
    • Helpful Videos
    • Interactive Animal
  • Online Store
  • Contact Us
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Ultrasound Study in Fort Lauderdale

Abdominal Ultrasound

Abdominal Ultrasound examines the liver, kidneys, stomach, spleen, pancreas, adrenal glands, intestines, bladder, uterus, ovaries, prostate, and lymph nodes in greater detail using an abdominal ultrasound.

Ultrasound is used for diagnosing pregnancies in the beginning. However, the method is now frequently used to examine both the heart and the internal organs of the abdomen. The method is also very helpful in determining whether cysts and malignancies are present.

Abdominal ultrasound reveals the structure of the organs inside the belly, whereas x-rays only provide the size, shape, and position of particular organs in the body. It enables a more thorough understanding of what’s going on inside the pet’s abdominal organs.

Thoracic Ultrasonography

Thoracic ultrasonography provides a quick, easy, widely accessible, non-invasive way to evaluate the lungs. Thoracic ultrasonography can be used to identify lung lobe torsion, identify mediastinal masses, describe pulmonary masses, find small quantities of free fluid, study the internal structures of the thorax in the presence of greater volumes of pleural fluid, and guide surgery. 

Echocardiogram

The echocardiogram report will include diagnosis, treatment, follow ups, exercise and diet recommendations.

In addition, we conveniently offer video-call with our Cardiologist. After the echocardiogram, the owner will be contacted by the cardiologist’s office and they will schedule a video call from the comfort of the owner’s home.

The video call is about 30-45 minutes where Dr. Bolfer will go through all the clinical signs, medications and management of the cardiopathic patient.

Dr. Bolfer is a very patient clinician and fluent in both English and Spanish.

Pregnancy Check

 By checking the levels of the hormone relaxin, a blood test can identify pregnancy in a pregnant dog. This hormone can be found in the blood of the majority of pregnant females as early as 22–27 days after conception.  

Locate Retained Testicle

 Ultrasound is a highly sensitive and valuable diagnostic tool for locating retained testicles (cryptorchidism) in dogs, especially when the testicle cannot be palpated in the scrotum or inguinal region. While the inguinal area is the most common location, retained testes can also be found within the abdomen, extending from near the kidneys down to the inguinal canal.

Dr. Ilaria Monti, Veterinarian

Meet the Sonographer!

Dr. Ilaria Monti combines new technologies and specialty expertise, aiming to get answers for owners and vets in a fast and accurate manner.


She was born and raised in Rome, Italy and moved to the Unites States one year after graduation. Her experience includes working in General practice, shelter and emergency in different part of the world.


Her diagnostic imaging knowledge comes from multiple externship in specialty facilities in Europe, South and North America, two full immersion ultrasound and echocardiography courses in Small Animals and a Diagnostic Imaging Internship in Salt Lake City, Utah (SAGE Veterinary Imaging).


Dr. Monti volunteered for months doing spay/neuters in Cuba, Mexico and Costa Rica.


When not scanning, Dr. Monti loves spending time traveling, baking and spending time home with her 6 cats.

About Ultrasonography

Ultrasonography

Diagnostic ultrasound, also called sonography or diagnostic medical sonography, is an imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within your body. The images can provide valuable information for diagnosing and treating a variety of diseases and conditions. 


Ultrasonography (also called ultrasound or sonography) is a noninvasive, pain-free procedure that uses sound waves to examine a pet’s internal organs and other structures inside the body. It can be used to evaluate the animal’s heart, kidneys, liver, gallbladder, and bladder; to detect fluid, cysts, tumors, or abscesses; and to confirm pregnancy or monitor an ongoing pregnancy.  We may use this imaging technique in conjunction with radiography (x-rays) and other diagnostic methods to ensure a proper diagnosis. Interpretation of ultrasound images requires great skill on the part of the clinician. 


The ultra sonographer applies gel to the surface of the body and then methodically moves a transducer (a small handheld tool) across the skin to record images of the area of interest. The gel helps the transducer slide more easily and create a more accurate visual image. The transducer emits ultrasonic sound waves, which are directed into the body toward the structures to be examined. The waves create echoes of varying degrees depending on the density of the tissue and amount of fluid present. Those waves create detailed images of the structures, which are shown on a monitor and recorded for evaluation.


Ultrasound does not involve radiation, has no known side effects, and doesn’t typically require pets to be sedated or anesthetized. The hair in the area to be examined usually needs to be shaved so the ultra-sonographer can obtain the best result. All of our ultrasounds get sent to a Board-Certified Radiologist for review and consultation.  If you have any questions about our ultrasonography service or what to expect during your pet’s procedure, please don’t hesitate to ask. 

About Echocardiogram

Echocardiogram

Our veterinarian clinic offers echocardiograms. An echocardiogram is a graphic outline of the heart’s movement. During an echo test, ultrasound (high-frequency sound waves) from a hand-held wand placed on your chest provides pictures of the heart’s valves and chambers and helps the sonographer evaluate the pumping action of the heart. Echo is often combined with Doppler ultrasound and color Doppler to evaluate blood flow across the heart’s valves. It is an animal clinic's noninvasive, pain-free procedure that uses sound waves to examine a pet’s heart.  


Our animal hospital may use this imaging technique in conjunction with radiography (x-rays) and other diagnostic methods to ensure a proper diagnosis. Interpretation of ultrasound images requires great skill on the part of the clinician. The sonographer applies gel to the surface of the body and then methodically moves a transducer (a small handheld tool) across the skin to record images of the area of interest. The gel helps the transducer slide more easily and create a more accurate visual image. The transducer emits ultrasonic sound waves, which are directed into the body toward the structures to be examined. The waves create echoes of varying degrees depending on the density of the tissue and amount of fluid present. Those waves create detailed images of the structures, which are shown on a monitor and recorded for evaluation.


Ultrasound does not involve radiation, has no known side effects, and doesn’t typically require pets to be sedated or anesthetized. The hair in the area to be examined usually needs to be shaved so the sonographer can obtain the best result. All of our echocardiograms get sent to a Board-Certified Cardiologist for review and consultation. 

Pregnancy Check on Feline!

Check out this great video of an abdominal ultrasound being preformed on a pregnant feline!

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