WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 1, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Veterinarian Dr. Manjit Sra announced that Dr. Alison Litchfield has joined the veterinary care team at Southglen Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Litchfield, who graduated from Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010, joins a veterinary care team that includes Dr. Sra as well as Dr. Tait, Dr. Drain, and Dr. Capao.
"We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Alison Litchfield to Southglen Veterinary Hospital," said Dr. Sra. "Dr. Litchfield's specialized knowledge in animal pain management, anesthesiology, veterinary dermatology and exotic animal medicine will allow our vet hospital to offer an elevated level of care."
Winnipeg veterinarian Dr. Alison Litchfield has recently joined Southglen Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Litchfield's veterinary areas of interest include pain management/anesthesia, dermatology and exotic animal medicine. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010 and her Bachelor of Science degree in 2006 from the University of Manitoba.
Animal pain management and anesthesiology are increasingly important areas of study for veterinarians, says Dr. Sra. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has strict pain management protocols for pets.
"In the last decade, the process for managing pain in dogs and cats has undergone a serious evolution," said Dr. Sra. "This means not only managing pain associated with a surgery or operation, but also anticipating pain and doing everything possible to prevent pain from adversely impacting a pet. Dr. Litchfield's recent studies in pain management are especially beneficial for pet care."
In addition to pain management and anesthesiology, Dr. Litchfield has a specialized interest in veterinary dermatology. Veterinary dermatology provides care for pets with allergies or skin conditions. Pets with allergies typically experience these allergies in the form of itchy skin, which can cause excessive scratching and biting of the skin. Raw patches form biting or scratching increase the risk for secondary skin infection. Since many allergens produce similar allergy symptoms, diagnosing the cause for these allergies can be difficult. Dr. Litchfield has experience working with pet owners to identify the specific cause for a pet's allergy.
"Allergies in pets can be extremely frustrating for both pets and their owners since it can be difficult to identify the precise cause," said Dr. Litchfield. "Unlike humans who sneeze, pets itch in response to allergens. I am excited to be part of the Southglen Veterinary Hospital team and to work closely with pet owners to help bring real relief to their pets."
Dr. Litchfield also has a special focus on exotic animal medicine, in addition to caring for dogs and cats.
Pet owners who would like to learn more about Dr. Litchfield's specialties or who would like to schedule an appointment may contact Southglen Veterinary Hospital or visit http://www.southglenvethospital.ca.
Southglen Veterinary Hospital is open until midnight seven days per week. The practice provides companion animal care for dogs, cats, rabbits and ferrets.