1. Comprehensive Physical Examination

2. Accuplex Heartworm Screen (also checks for tick borne disease)

3. Mid-Age Metabolic Blood Panel & Early CKD Screening

4. Fecal Ova and Parasite Screen

5. Urine Chemistry & Sediment Analysis

6. Annual Healthcare Planning (Based on Medical History, or Lifestyle)

Prone to: Obesity; Diabetes, Dental Disease, Parasites; Urological Incontinence due to Disease; Infertility or Reproductive Disease (Pyometra & Mammary Tumors females); Hypothyroidism, More Complex Allergy Management; Various Parasites—level and type is dependent on lifestyle; Heartworm Disease (all dogs)

In addition to healthcare: Maintain monthly grooming and nutritious food appropriate for adult dogs, with your pet's lifestyle & energy needs in mind. We can even safely help you get your pet's food ship to your door via Purina ProPlan our Online Pharmacy, or HillstoHome for the best price without sacrificing value. We may recommend starting a specific nutritional supplement tailored to your pet’s specific health conditions as part of wellness counseling. Continue brushing your pet's teeth, and any other lifestyle-related activities—such as our travel, socialization, and activities at our local dog park. Adequate Fitness can help your pet avoid early joint degradation.

It's quite reasonable to consider screening for the predisposition to inherited diseases if you haven't already. We've partnered with Orivet Genetic Pet Care for genetic LifePlans. If we haven't already done so, banking your pet's stem cells now could mean the difference between prolonged recovery should your pet experience an orthopedic injury or develop arthritis. Stem cells during your pet's procedure are extracted via adipose tissue (fat) for higher yield and can be banked for further treatments and therapies. Platelet Rich Plasma is also used to speed recovery time and start your pet's healing process immediately. Check out Albert's amazing story here.

Consider ProHeart 12 or 6 to prevent deadly heartworms and costly treatment. The HomeAgain Pet Recovery and TempScan Microchip system for your pet if you haven't already selected a microchip service yet—their recovery rate is superior. Peace of mind is well worth this one-time investment. What's more? Emerging technology has made it possible for us to take an instant body temperature by simply scanning your pet's microchip. While taking a rectal temperature is safe and easy, your pet will certainly thank you for allowing us to avoid that route.

Our progressive reputation has led us to where we are today with our Preventative Healthcare Plan Services. Gregg J. Gormley, DVM, our Medical Director was an experienced sole practitioner in 2001 and he partnered with Carol A. Gormley, RN—Our Practice Manager at the time and now our Hospital Administrator--to create the first veterinary “Wellness Program” in the Evansville, Indiana area which bundled discounted screening and rewarded our patients with over 100 medical, surgical and boarding service discounts PLUS free core vaccinations every year! An entire generation of dogs and cats have partners with Highland to prevent heartworms, and monitor wear and tear diseases and have enjoyed a lifetime of prevention against rabies, distemper virus, and more without paying a dime for the vaccine.
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At the beginning of this program, Molly Welch was their head patient technician, and in 2005 Melissa Gormley was their lead CSR. Molly and Melissa have since gone on to become the Practice Manager (PM) of Finance and Operations, respectively. Each PM can confidently say that today they have learned a lot by evolving these programs and working with Dr. and Mrs. Gormley to continue to customize them and broaden them—always taking advantage of the latest progressive screening techniques, technologies, immunizations, and preventatives to offer a spectrum of customizable and affordable bundles and plans for their patients. We always ask if this were my best friend—what is within reach? What would I want to know and how would I want to improve my pet’s life?