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| - At first glance, my Yelp buddies may be thinking "Finally! She's put the lid on that can of crazy and adopted a new pet! Too bad it needs a neurologist." Well, no I haven't. That shows you what my list of unfinished reviews looks like. So here's my review from my August 2011 visit. Rest assured, it was so traumatizing I can accurately remember the pertinent details.
After my kitty suffered a severe seizure, losing her eyesight, the emergency clinic recommended a neuro consult as they were unable to pinpoint the cause. So we loaded up our already deaf, now blind, and extremely pissed off family member into the car and headed from one hospital to another.
The facility is in an odd industrial area, but it was very clean and the staff friendly. We were greeted promptly and had a minimal wait. Suzi was first thoroughly examined by an resident. She was minimally cooperative, but he was good with her. He then took her to another room for a second examination by a neurologist, Dr. Evans. We were not offered the opportunity to accompany Suzi, but we were not exactly at the top of her list anyway. Following Dr. Evan's exam, he did meet with us to report his findings. His best guess was a brain tumor, but in absence of an MRI, he could not be certain. We discussed treatment options; however, as she was already 19, I was not willing to consider surgery or radiation. He suggested a course of steroids which could reduce any swelling causing the blindness.
The only thing preventing me from a 5-star review was the topic of the MRI. While I did not feel pressured, I was encouraged to move forward with it for a definitive diagnosis even after I expressed concern over her age and current weakened state following the seizures. I asked if the MRI were positive what conservative treatment was available. The answer...a course of steroids, the same thing if it were negative. I fully understand it was their obligation to communicate all available diagnostics and treatments available, but I also understand that I could have easily been swayed to spend $3000 just for peace of mind in my case.
The steroids did appear to help as Suzi's sight returned and she had 3 more months seizure-free. Dr. Evans' best guess diagnosis appeared to be accurate, as she did exhibit additional symptoms pointing to a brain tumor just before we euthanized her. I would not hesitate to trust this facility again should the need arise.
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