Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital recently announced the opening of a new diagnostic and orthopedic surgery center on its Wellington campus.
Rood & Riddle prides itself on being a worldwide leader in equine healthcare. The Rood & Riddle name is known and respected internationally for its services, including specialized surgical and medical care.
The new building at Rood & Riddle Wellington features advanced diagnostic imaging modalities that include computed tomography (CT), equine positron emission tomography (PET) scan, nuclear scintigraphy and an overhead X-ray machine. Utilizing cutting-edge technologies enables the veterinarians to make accurate and timely diagnoses.
The new facility will also serve as an orthopedic surgery center, synonymous with the Rood & Riddle name.
“Our board-certified surgeons and internists will use this new state-of-the-art facility to provide the best possible care to our patients and best service for our clients,” Dr. Scott Pierce said. “By combining modern facilities, equipment and protocols with well-trained personnel, our staff is able to achieve the best possible results for our patients.”
Rood & Riddle began as an ambulatory practice in Lexington, Kentucky, in 1982 and established a full-service equine hospital in 1986. Today, the practice is known and respected worldwide for innovative and highly skilled treatment of horses. Rood & Riddle operates the original location in Kentucky, as well as locations in Wellington, and in Saratoga Springs, New York. Rood & Riddle Wellington has been operating since 2017. The practice offers ambulatory, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, podiatry, regenerative medicine, reproduction services, sport horse medicine, internal medicine and surgical services.
Rood & Riddle Wellington is located at 5320 South Shore Blvd. For additional information, call (561) 383-5437 or visit www.roodandriddlewellington.com.
