Medicine

Referral Medicine at JCUVet

The Medicine Service at JCUVet is an essential part of our referral hospital, providing expert diagnostics and advanced treatment options for complex medical conditions in pets.

Our medicine team is led by James Foster who is a Feline Specialist who has worked in Small Animal Referral Medicine for over 20 years. Our team is the largest Medicine Referral service north of Brisbane, comprising specialists and registrars (specialist trained clinicians), interns and highly trained and experienced Medicine nurses.

Our team has a diverse background of training, ensuring innovation and unique approaches to the treatment of complex diseases in dogs and cats.

With access to advanced imaging (CT, Philips ultrasound, digital radiography), on-site pathology, a dedicated chemotherapy ward, video endoscopy and 24/7 nursing support, we are equipped to diagnose and manage a wide range of internal medicine cases with precision and compassion.

Our Medicine Team

  • Dr James Foster, BSc BVMS PhD FANZCVS Feline Medicine Specialist – Canine Referral Clinician
  • Dr Briannan Deguara, BNS BVSc MANZCVS – Internal Medicine Registrar
  • Dr Nicole Mcintosh, B.Anim.Vet.Biosc. DVM – Intern in Internal Medicine
  • Nurse Sophie Green, Dip AVN (Small Animal), Dip HE CVN, RVN
  • Dr Avril Lim BVSC (Hons) MVS MANZCVS DACVIM (SAIM) – Specialist in Small Animal Medicine
  • Dr Katie Lott BVSc MVS MANZCVS

Referral Medicine Services

Our team specializes in the diagnosis and management of:
– Endocrine & metabolic disorders (diabetes, Addison’s disease, hyperthyroidism)
– Cardiac & respiratory diseases (heart murmurs, arrhythmias, pneumonia)
– Neurological conditions (seizures, vestibular disease, spinal disorders)
– Oncology & cancer treatment (chemotherapy, tumour diagnostics)
– Blood disorders (anaemia, clotting abnormalities, immune-mediated diseases)
– Liver, pancreatic & gastrointestinal diseases (hepatitis, IBD, pancreatitis)
– Kidney & urogenital diseases (chronic kidney disease, urinary tract disorders)
– Infectious & immune-mediated diseases (autoimmune diseases, tick-borne illnesses, fungal infections)

Advanced Cardiology Services

Our medicine team also provides expert cardiology services for pets with congenital and acquired heart conditions. We perform:
– Electrocardiography (ECG)
– Blood pressure checks
– Echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound)
– Holter monitoring

The medicine team fosters a ‘narrative’ approach to your pet’s need. We involve you in your pet’s care and listen to your expectations and concerns. We are a not-for-profit business which sets us apart from most other referral hospitals.

Referring a Case

The Medicine Service at JCUVet operates via referral from your family veterinarian. If your pet requires specialised medical attention, please discuss your concerns with your veterinarian, who can facilitate a referral to our team.

For veterinary professionals looking to refer a case, our clinicians are always happy to chat to you prior to referral.