CEVC Doctors have the capability to perform limited ultrasound imaging on an emergency basis. We utilize the ultrasound for Ultrasound Exam Confirmation techniques and Focussed Assessed Sonagraphy of the Trauma Patient (aka F.A.S.T. scans). In specific cases this can help to diagnose and drain pericardial effusion (fluid around the heart), assist in safely obtaining samples of urine, abdominal fluid, or thoracic fluid, or even looking for masses. We utilize Cobb Veterinary Internal Medicine (CVIM) for diagnostic abdominal and thoracic ultrasound to include diagnostic echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart).