Compass Veterinary Neurology & Imaging

12/31/2024

12/25/2024

Happy Holidays from all of us at Compass Veterinary Neurology and Imaging. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season 💚🐾

In a pet emergency, please contact AAVEC at (410) 224-0331.

11/13/2024

This week is Practice Manager Appreciation Week! CVNI wants to give a huge shout out to our Practice Manager, Jayme! 💚

Jayme has helped shape Compass into what we are today. With the many hats she wears, the hard work, the dedication, and the guidance she provides, we all can provide the best care to our patients.

Everyone at CVNI appreciate you for everything you do, day in and day out 💚🐾

11/07/2024

💚Way to go Sarah!💚

CVNI wants to recognize and congratulate Sarah for becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). Her hard work paid off and we're so proud of your accomplishment Sarah! 💚🐾

10/30/2024

Join us is wishing our imaging technologist, Carol, a HAPPY RETIREMENT! 🎉 We would like to thank you for your dedicated work with CVNI for the past 5.5 years! Carol has been working in the imaging field for over 40 years and is also a Navy Veteran! 💪

We would like to wish you the best on your new adventure. Enjoy the retired life!

10/24/2024

‼️Help donate to those affected by Hurricane Helene‼️

Please see post for details on how you can drop off donations! ❤️

❗We need you! ❗

Many veterinary facilities in North Carolina are still without power and necessities due to the devastating damage of Hurricane Helene. Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center is partnering with other veterinary hospitals in the area to collect items for victims of Hurricane Helene. Items collected will be going to support vet clinic employees in North Carolina. Items needed include:

- Non-perishable food/snacks.
- Toiletries
- Flashlights
- Blankets/Towels
- Hand sanitizer
- Pet food/Pet care

We will have a designated area for donations in our lobby. We will be collecting donations until November 8th.

Please call 410-224-0331 with any questions. 🐾❤

10/18/2024

As we finish celebrating , it's great to see our hardworking team being highlighted for all that they do for our hospital and each patient that comes through our door. We couldn't do what we do without these Superstars! 🤩

Please join us in thanking and appreciating our technicians this week! 💚🐾

10/16/2024

is designated to recognize, celebrate, and promote the vital role and valuable contributions our technicians make to the veterinary profession and the health and well-being of animals. 🐈🐕

As members of the healthcare team, they do whatever it takes to care for patients and their families.

This week (and every week) we celebrate our veterinary technicians and assistants. THANK YOU for all that you do! 💚🐾🎉

10/14/2024

Happy 💚🐾

Our veterinary technicians work alongside our neurologists to provide the best care to our patients each and every day! They assist in examinations, administer medications, assist in MRI/CT, and MUCH more.

From our team at Compass, thank you all for the love and compassion you give to our patients every day! 💚🐾

09/27/2024

Meet Elvis! 🐾❤️

Elvis is a 6 year old mix who was unable to use his hind legs and transferred to CVNI for further diagnostics and eventually surgery.

Elvis had an MRI that showed a disc herniation at thoracic vertebrae 12 and 13. The herniation was placing pressure on the spinal cord and causing Elvis to not be able to use his hind legs appropriately.

Elvis immediately went into surgery for a Hemilaminectomy which removed the disc material which helped decompressed his spinal cord.

Elvis recovered well and continues to grow stronger everyday. Along with exercises the owner has been doing at home, Elvis has also had a few rehab appointments with Nikki.

Elvis is growing stronger each day!

08/09/2024

Meet Hazel! 🤩Hazel is a (now) 7 month old Labrador Retriever, but she originally came to CVNI when she was only 3 months old! Hazel presented with having neck pain, a fever, and was unable to walk.

An MRI was performed and showed that she had a severe infection around the spinous process of the T2 vertebrae which was impacting the bone, muscle, and soft tissue in the surrounding areas including the spinal canal (see MRI images). We performed a fine needle aspirate of the infectious fluid which showed bacteria in the inflammatory cells, and a culture that was sent out grew Pasturella canis.

Hazel spent many days in our ICU with pain medications, antibiotics, fluids, and much needed TLC. Prior to her discharge, Hazel began moving her hind limbs and already showing huge improvement.

We have been working closely with Hazel’s parents to find what works best for her and them. With multiple rechecks, continuing medications, and eventually a recheck MRI, which showed resolution of her infection! Hazel has officially graduated with the ability to use all of her limbs and act like a crazy puppy again!

We will miss Hazel but are very glad she is back to her happy, goofy self. 🐾❤️

08/02/2024

This week marks 2 years of Compass Veterinary Neurology and Imaging! 🎉 This year has been full of growth, laughs, and a lot of memories. Here’s to another great year! 🥳👏

06/18/2024

Meet Wormwood! 🦉Wormwood is a Eastern Screech Owl that came to CVNI via the Salisbury Zoo to have a neurological exam and a MRI of his brain. 🧠Wormwood sustained a significant head trauma (suspect he was hit by a car) and has not been normal despite months of dedicated rehabilitation from a wildlife rehabber and the Salisbury Zoo.

Wormwood is a tough 💪little guy who still has a good quality of life but cannot do all of the normal owl things. He has trouble with balance, tracking, and some trouble understanding exactly where he is in his environment.

A BIG shout out to the Salisbury Zoo and their amazing veterinary staff. These animals are so well cared for and loved. CVNI loves to be able to help where we can! Hopefully the MRI of his brain helped to provide some answers for Wormwoods condition. 💙

05/30/2024

Meet Christina! ❤🐾🐱

Christina is a 14 year old Persian who was seen by Dr. Archambault at Compass Veterinary Neurology & Imaging for having an abrupt onset of imbalance and inability to walk in all four limbs (non-ambulatory tetraparesis).

Christina had an MRI, which showed that she had a severe infection in her inner ear that eroded through the skull into the back part of the brain (cerebellum and brainstem). She was diagnosed with encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) from otogenic extension of an inner ear bacterial infection (otitis interna). Christina was started on two antibiotics, an anti-nausea medication, and a few others to help treat secondary concerns while she was unable to use her limbs.

Almost one month later, Christina is now bolting around the exam room, making full use of her limbs. She no longer has a noticeable head tilt or nystagmus and is almost entirely back to her normal self

Her owners along with everyone here at Compass are amazed to see how well she is doing! ❤🐾🐱