Internal Medicine
Who We Are
When you or your family veterinarian have questions about what’s ailing your pet and how best to treat them, Savannah Veterinary Internal Medicine can provide accurate, timely answers.
As board-certified specialists, we have expertise in diagnosing and treating dogs and cats with complex chronic or acute internal medicine conditions. In fact, we’re the most experienced small-animal internal medicine practice in Southeast Georgia.
Led by board-certified specialists with advanced training and over 20 years of focused clinical experience, Savannah Veterinary Internal Medicine is a highly respected and trusted resource for local pet parents and veterinarians alike. You can count on us to:
- Create a complete picture of your pet’s health situation based on your pet’s medical history, symptoms, lab results, imaging studies, and special testing
- Perform sophisticated diagnostic procedures using state-of-the-art equipment, including ultrasound and endoscopy
- Provide specialized therapies and hospitalization when required
- Work closely with your family veterinarian to provide second opinions on challenging cases
- Give you and your pet attentive, one-on-one care from initial evaluation through all necessary follow-up, taking all the time that’s needed
- Offer solutions and solve complex problems for conditions warranting a deeper understanding of internal medicine
We have the knowledge to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions affecting dogs’ and cats’ internal organ systems. These include:
- Esophageal disorders
- Endocrine disorders, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus
- Acute heart conditions, including congestive heart failure, pericardial effusion
- Hematological (blood) and bone marrow diseases
- Liver disease
- Infectious diseases, including bacterial, fungal, parasitic, viral, tick-borne infections
- Gastrointestinal intestinal disorders
- Immune-mediated diseases, including hemolytic anemia (IMHA), thrombocytopenia (ITP), polyarthropathy (IMPA)
- Nasal disease
- Pancreas disorders, including pancreatitis and exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
- Prostate and vaginal disorders
- Respiratory conditions including asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, pleural effusion, pulmonary hypertension
- Urinary tract disorders including chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, urinary tract infections (UTIs), feline idiopathic cystitis (FLUTD/FIC)
Client Testimonials
We have proudly served clients and their pets in Savannah and
surrounding communities for 10 years. See what our clients have to say.
SteveDecember 25, 2024 We are back in Canada with our old dog Mushu who is recovering from a difficult situation while travelling to beautiful Savannah. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts Dr Woods and team for opening your door to us when we needed help. We are forever grateful for the care you have provided ❤️ Merry Christmas to all🎄 AnaNovember 1, 2024 Dr Woods kindness and expert care saved my son’s life. After a series of misdiagnosis feeling helpless watching my baby suffer Dr Woods quickly diagnosed Addison's disease not common in dogs, but it can be life-threatening. Jordan LynchSeptember 25, 2024 Taylor and Dr Woods were so kind and genuinely concerned for my cat. They advised me to travel to University of Florida to get more testing and information. Their informed advice saved my cats life. If not for the team SVIM, I would have lost my Gertrude sooner than I would have preferred. Taylor called to check on us a few days after they diagnosed my cat, simply to check in. It truly means a lot to have a whole office rooting for the well being of your four legged family member. Cherie MarkesteynSeptember 18, 2024 Dr. Woods and his staff were so wonderful and caring and took wonderful care of my puppy! I could not have asked for better! I would recommend them to any one in need of help with their furry pet! Bob CristofonoSeptember 6, 2024 We met with Dr. Woods, and Kasandra, and we couldn't have been more pleased with them. They were patient, listened to our concerns emphatically. Took excellent care of our Buddy and provided us with next steps in our care of him. We would highly recommend Savannah Veterinary Internal Medicine for any of your furr babies they are excellent! Emily KentAugust 16, 2024 I feel extremely comfortable with my cat here. Everyone is not only extremely knowledgeable and able to explain all of the intricacies to a non-expert, but they are so kind and comforting. I was scared consistently for two weeks not knowing what might be happening with my anemic cat, but Dr. Woods was able to put me at ease by assuring me he had dealt with hundreds of cases like this before. Whats even better? The treatment finally started to work!! I highly recommend going here if your pet is having internal issues, because they will know what to do. Susan VirginAugust 16, 2024 Everyone was very kind and we felt very much like we had come to the right place fro Jack Hallie WorthingtonJuly 26, 2024 We recently became patients of SVIM earlier this year when we thought my Lab had CKD. After his primary vet sent us back to Dr. Woods for a second exam, Dr. Woods discovered that he actually has Addison's Disease. He immediately got us started on treatment and even worked through the weekend to get his medication called in on a Saturday while we were out of town so we could start it quickly. We've already noticed positive changes in our dog and we're so thankful for Dr. Woods and his team for helping us solve the mystery and begin treating the last year+ of abnormal kidney values.Google rating score: 4.9 of 5, based on 150 reviews
Contact Us Today
While we welcome a referral from your primary care veterinarian, it isn’t required to make an appointment. If your pet has received an internal medicine-related diagnosis or is struggling with chronic or complex health issues, please contact us to schedule an appointment.