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Fairfield Animal Hospital

Internal Medicine

After several years of establishing the Small Animal Internal Medicine referral service at Fairfield Animal Hospital in Kelowna, BC, we are pleased to provide an update on our comprehensive range of services and our commitment to supporting your practice and serving your clientele.

Clients will find convenience in accessing our services locally, eliminating the need to travel to veterinary referral centers in the Lower Mainland or Alberta. We take pride in being one of the only Small Animal Internal Medicine referral service throughout the Okanagan region, distinguished by our employment of a Board-Certified Small Animal Veterinary Internist accredited by the American Board of Veterinary Internal Medicine.

Dr. Hans Gelens joined our team following his tenure at the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island, where he served as a full professor in Small Animal Internal Medicine within the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

At Fairfield Animal Hospital, our Internal Medicine service conducts thorough workups for challenging internal medicine cases. The process begins with you, the referring veterinarian, completing our online referral form (below). Upon receipt of the form and your client's medical records, we promptly contact your client to schedule an appointment. Following our assessment, you will receive a comprehensive letter detailing our findings, insights, diagnostic and treatment plans.

Furthermore, we offer an array of advanced procedures such as Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy, Colonoscopy, Nasal Aspergillosis Therapy, Oncology services (including chemotherapy), and Cystoscopy, ensuring thorough care for your patients.

Should you prefer initiating communication via phone or believe your patient requires a more urgent consultation beyond our available schedule, please do not hesitate to contact Fairfield Animal Hospital at 250-860-6550. We will arrange a callback to address your needs.

Online Referral Form

Internal Medicine Specialist Online Referral Form - Dr Gelens >