EQUINE MEDICINE
All aspects of equine medical conditions are recognized and investigated ranging from common infections to complex hormonal issues such as Cushing's disease.
Complete blood profiles are available with same day service and all pharmaceuticals can be dispensed or compounded as required.
Racing profiles and equine sports performance plans can be tailored to your needs.
DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING
All diagnostics are performed indoors in our air conditioned equine barn. Our clinic offers state of the art digital radiography with electronic transfer of your X-rays to specialist centres as required.
Ultrasound facilities are available for reproductive problems,pregnancy diagnosis. colic investigation, tendon scanning and a range of other medical issues. Digital images are available for permanent record keeping.
Endoscope is utilized for upper and lower airway disease with bronchoalveor lavage (BAL) or trans tracheal wash ( TTW) for follow up sampling if required.
ECG is available for cardiac monitoring and investigation of arrhythmia or “poor
performance issues".
HOLISTIC MEDICINE and ACUPUNCTURE
This broad topic includes Homeopathic medicines, Western and Chinese Herbs and Acupuncture. Homeopathic and herbal medicines can often work well with western drug therapies and are incorporated into a medical program where possible.
Massage techniques including Chiropractic manipulation and Bowen Therapy, Physiotherapy, Magnetic and Laser treatments and other touch and Meridian therapies.
PODIATRY
Our clinic has a complete podiatry unit with farrier service, barefoot rehabilitation and maintenance, laminitis treatments, podiatry boot shop and fitting service.
Radiology is included where required.
Regular classes are offered in hoof anatomy and pathology and in home care
including use of manual rasps and motorized hoof trimming equipment.
DENTISTRY
Our clinic has a special interest in Veterinary equine dentistry with 6 years experience in the use of power floats and advanced dentistry techniques.
Dentistry is performed in our indoor air conditioned equine barn.
NUTRITION
A computerized nutrition analysis service is offered. Diet plans can be
formulated for all health and sporting disciplines.
AGISTMENT
Riverbend Veterinary Service is set on 2.5 acres and offers comprehensive agistment for both short and long term stays including rehabilitation or medical treatments if required.
Irrigated and dry Paddocks, yards, horse wash and a 60x 30 sand arena. A further undercover riding area is under construction.
REPRODUCTION
All mare reproductive investigations are offered including ultrasound scanning. uterine flushing or biopsy, hormone therapy and artificial insemination.
EQUINE BEHAVIOUR
All aspects of Equine behaviour issues are investigated both medically, physically and emotionally.
Training issues can be referred to local horsemanship experts for short term work ups or why not join our highly successful “QUANTUM SAVVY”: horsemanship group to further your knowledge in this fascinating and rapidly expanding area.
The Buronga practise group meets both weekly and monthly with a four day “Quantum Weekend" for instruction every 3 months.