Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Dermatology and Allergy Service

Animerge now offers the area an experienced dermatology and allergy service. Dr. Ian B. Spiegel is a boarded veterinary dermatologist who has been managing patients and working with many referring veterinarians in New Jersey since 2005. Dr. Spiegel, along with an experienced team of veterinary dermatology technicians, looks forward to continuing this service to clients for years to come. Dr. Spiegel and his team look forward to continued service to current clients and veterinarians, as well, as developing a larger referral and client base. Dr. Spiegel specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin disease, ear disease, and allergies. The dermatology and allergy service receives patients by appointment on Tuesdays from 8:30am to 4:00pm, Thursdays from 8:30am to 8:30pm, and one Saturday each month (8:30am to 4:00pm).

 Dr. Spiegel specializes in the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting an animal's skin, ears, feet, hair coat, as well as allergies. Dr. Spiegel has a great deal of experience in treating all aspects of skin disease, ear infections, and allergies. The dermatology and allergy service will strive to provide the highest quality of care for your companion. Many patients require long-term follow-up and care, so a relationship with excellent communication is very important. The dermatology and allergy service looks forward to helping you and your companion animal as we understand how frustrating skin and ear conditions can be for both you and your pet.

 The dermatology and allergy service diagnoses and treats a wide array of conditions, such as:
  • Ear disease (otitis)
  • Bacterial skin infections
  • Yeast (Malassezia sp.) infections
  • Ringworm infections
  • Food Allergies
  • Environmental allergies (atopic dermatitis)
  • Endocrine/Metabolic disease
  • Alopecia (hair loss)
  • Itching (pruritus)
  • Flea allergy dermatitis
  • Auto-immune skin disease

  • Adverse drug reactions
  • Recurrent rashes and hives
  • Genetic and congenital skin diseases
  • Pododermatitis (foot disease)
  • Nail and/or footpad disorders
  • Hot spots (acute moist dermatitis)
  • Skin cancer/tumors
  • Parasitic skin diseases (e.g., mange)
  • Tick, lice, mite, and flea control



The dermatology and allergy service uses several diagnostic tests, such as:

  • Allergy testing (skin and/or serology)
  • Skin biopsies/mass removals
  • Skin scrapings
  • Hair plucks
  • Trichograms
  • Tzanck preparations
  • Impression smears
  • Surface skin cytology
  • Otic exams
  • Ear cytology
  • Ear and skin cultures
  • Tissue samples (biopsies)
  • Fungal cultures/preparations
  • Wood's lamp exam
  • Blood work (general and endocrine)
  • Fine needle aspirates
  • Diet trials/elimination diets
  • Advanced imaging (CT, radiographs, MRI, ultrasound)


  The dermatology and allergy service performs many procedures, including:
  • Video otoscopy/deep ear flushes*
  • CT scans to assess the middle ear*
  • Skin mass removals (local anesthesia)
  • Allergen specific immunotherapy (allergy shots)
  • Anal sac expression
  • Pedicures
  • Medicated bathing
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Long-term planning for medical management of allergies
 *This procedure is currently performed at the Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center in Langhorne, PA.

Dr. Spiegel and his experience, compassionate, and knowledgeable staff will work very closely with companion animal owners and referring veterinarians in order to provide timely updates on the status of pending diagnostic results and will discuss in detail, the numerous therapeutic options for each patient. Dr. Spiegel will provide a full report of each visit to your primary veterinarian. Dr. Spiegel will compliment the already high level of expertise and care that you receive from other Animerge clinicians.



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