Services

Emergency
Iowa Veterinary Specialties is a 24/7 hospital that provides emergency care to animals in need. We are available all hours of the day. If at any time you feel your pet needs to be evaluated please contact our hospital and bring your pet in to be seen. Your regular... read more

Surgery
Iowa Veterinary Specialties provides a wide range of surgical services should surgery be necessary, including emergency surgery when needed. Below is a list of surgeries that can be provided. Neurosurgery: Surgery for intervertebral disc disease (“ruptured disc” in the back), lumbosacral disorders, spinal fractures, intracranial tumors, and cervical vertebral disorders. Arthroscopy: This diagnostic... read more

Internal Medicine
Endoscopy is a broad term used to describe the examination of the inside of the body using an instrument called an endoscope. The endoscope is often used to view and search the gastrointestinal tract as well as airways and examination of organs. Endoscopic procedures are... read more

Diagnostic Tools
Digital X-Ray X-rays are often a very important diagnostic tool in the diagnosis of your pet. In order to achieve the best possible image, we have invested in state of the art x- ray equipment and fully trained our technicians in producing the best image possible. Also, through our... read more

Dermatology
Kristen Holm DVM, DACVD Introducing Dermatology at IVS Kristen Holm, DVM, DACVD Iowa Veterinary Specialties is pleased to announce our newest service and our newest team member to the veterinary community. Kristen... read more

Pain Management
There are many misconceptions regarding pain perception in animals. Animals do not communicate their pain in the same manner as people. In fact, it is their natural instinct to conceal ther pain. Unfortunately, these misconceptions can lead to pain being neglected when animals are sick, injured, or after having... read more

Dentistry
Iowa Veterinary Specialties now offers Dentistry for our patients. Drs. Susan Crowder and Scott MacGee come to us from "Companion Animal Dentistry of Kansas City", a practice limited to veterinary dentistry. They have a passion for veterinary dentistry and are dedicated to providing patients with the latest... read more

Grief Support
It can be extremely difficult to deal with the loss of your beloved pet. It is important to remember that everyone grieves in their own way. The resources on this page can provide a starting point for you to deal with your loss in the best way for you. If... read more

Canine Blood Bank
The Canine Blood Bank of Central Iowa serves veterinarians throughout Des Moines and surrounding areas with canine blood and blood components that are used to treat ill and injured dogs. The Canine Blood Bank works similar to the human blood bank. Blood is collected from donor dogs and stored until the need to use it arises. read more

Animal Care Foundation
Unfortunately, pets can go without treatment due to financial constraints of their owners. Without treatment these pets may be euthanized or left to live in pain from disease or injury. Tragically, many of these pets could return to normal healthy life if only provided treatment. read more