We use thyroid scans to determine whether or not a cat is in fact hyperthyroid before proceeding with I-131 treatment. Below are thyroid scan images from two different cats, one who was positive for feline hyperthyroidism, the other negative. Without looking at the second picture below, can you tell the difference between the […]

      For several years now, veterinary specialists have made a strong case for I-131 (radioiodine) therapy over surgery to treat feline hyperthyroidism. Recently, Jennifer Newton, DVM, MS, DACVS, consulting surgical specialist for DVM360, was recently asked why veterinarians are now more reluctant than ever to go the surgical route (thyroidectomies) for treating this […]

      The following was taken from a City-Data.com blog thread. The blog post was started by a cat owner trying to do research on Radioiodine Therapy. One blogger responded with these kind words about VICSD: “Since our cat had an extreme reaction to the thyroid medication, radioactive iodine or surgery were his only […]

Last year, we treated an unforgettably affectionate cat named Moorea for hyperthyroidism and we are thrilled to hear that she is not only doing well but has also managed to capture the attention and hearts of the California Veterinary Medicine Association (CVMA). Moorea’s owners ecstatically informed us today that she has just been inducted into […]