Animal rehabilitation works best as part of a team. Resolute Animal Rehabilitation collaborates with veterinarians to provide individualized, evidence-informed rehabilitation that complements medical and surgical care.
For canine patients, I work alongside Dr. Mary Ellen Sayre of ZenPet Veterinary Care to provide coordinated rehabilitation at Allegheny Spay & Neuter Clinic in State College, Pennsylvania. Referrals from outside veterinarians are always welcome.
Equine rehabilitation is provided in collaboration with the horse's veterinary team, with treatment recommendations guided by the horse’s medical needs, functional goals, and overall plan of care.
Partnering with Veterinarians to Support Better Outcomes
Collaborative Care, Better Outcomes
Rehabilitation bridges the gap between veterinary diagnosis and functional recovery. Each program is guided by the patient's medical history, veterinary recommendations, functional limitations, and individual goals. Treatment is continually reassessed and adapted as the patient progresses.
Equally important is recognizing when additional medical evaluation may be needed. Unexpected findings, changes in clinical presentation, or concerns beyond the scope of rehabilitation are communicated to the veterinary team so that care remains coordinated and medical decisions remain with the veterinarian.
What Referring Veterinarians Can Expect
Comprehensive Evaluation
Each patient receives a comprehensive rehabilitation evaluation assessing movement, strength, mobility, and functional limitations. Environmental and management factors are also considered when relevant to recovery and long-term function.
Individualized Rehabilitation Plan
Rehabilitation plans are developed around the patient's diagnosis, veterinary recommendations, functional goals, and response to treatment. Programs are continually adapted to support safe, meaningful progress.
Ongoing Communication
Referring veterinarians receive an initial evaluation summary, relevant progress updates, and timely communication when unexpected findings or concerns arise. Rehabilitation remains coordinated with the patient's overall medical care.
Collaborative Decision Making
I work collaboratively with veterinarians, owners, and other members of the care team to guide rehabilitation decisions, address changing needs, and support the best possible functional outcomes.
Considering Referral?
Referring a patient to Resolute is straightforward. Please complete the veterinary referral form and include relevant medical records, diagnostic findings, current medications, precautions, and treatment recommendations.
Following the rehabilitation evaluation, I'll share my findings and proposed treatment plan with the referring veterinarian and provide updates as the patient progresses. Your patient remains under your veterinary care, with rehabilitation integrated into their overall treatment plan.
