Frequently Asked Questions

KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GETTING. A Board Certified Radiologist has gone through Veterinary School (4 years) followed by Internship training (1 year) and a Residency in Diagnostic Imaging/Radiology (3-4 years). They can perform AND interpret the study. It is important to ask what training, if any, a person has before spending the time and money for this service. Some that perform an ultrasound may have gone through an ultrasound tech program, but asking about certification is important and may prevent the study from getting repeated. Some studies cannot have a formal report generated until a Radiologist has reviewed images sent online.

We specialize in advanced diagnostic imaging services for pets. Dr. Turner performs the ultrasounds along with immediate formal report generation sent to the referring Veterinarian, provides digital radiography interpretation, along with helping in house specialists with CT and MRI scans/interpretations. Dr. Turner provides detailed interpretations to assist your veterinarian in diagnosis and treatment

Carolina Veterinary Radiology is a referral-based service however you can call us or use the online form as well for inquiries. Your primary veterinarian must refer your pet for diagnostic imaging studies. Please consult your veterinarian to initiate the referral process. But yes, you will then come to us at CVMR.

Preparation varies depending on the type of imaging study. Your referring veterinarian or our team will provide specific instructions, which may include fasting or sedation requirements.

Few patients require sedation or anesthesia to ensure your pet remains still for accurate imaging. Our team uses safe protocols to minimize any risks however most do just fine with minimal restraint in the low-lit calm environment. It is however imperative to know in advance of any precautions that may be needed for anxious or potentially aggressive patients.

The length of your pet’s appointment depends on the type of study needed but standard appointment times are 30 minutes. Wait times may vary if there are urgent cases in the building requiring work-in attention.

Our radiologists provide detailed reports directly to your primary veterinarian, who will discuss the results and next steps with you.

Please contact us directly for information about emergency services. 910-523-4100. As a referral center, many patients are scheduled by appointment through their veterinary clinics.

We are located at 50 Greenville Ave. Wilmington NC. Please visit our Contact page for directions and hours of operation.

Our imaging studies are interpreted by Dr. Turner, a board-certified veterinary radiologists who specialize in diagnostic imaging for animals