Surgery
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY – Only the most modern practices are used. We fix fractured and broken bones. The main techniques used are intramedullary pinning with external coaptation.
SOFT TISSUE SURGERY – We operate from simple minor skin injuries to complicated surgeries of the head, crop, and muscles.
Laboratory
MICROBIOLOGY
BACTERIOLOGY – Analysis, and identification of bacteria.
MYCOLOGY – Analysis, and identification of Fungi.
ANTIBIOTIC SENSITIVITY TEST – Test the susceptibility of antibiotics on different strains of bacteria. Identify which Antibiotic is more successful in treating bacterial infection.
SEPTICEMIA TEST – Bacterium Infection of the blood, caused by a bacterial infection somewhere in the body entering the bloodstream.
SALMONELLA TESTING (RAPID TESTING) – Gram-negative bacteria that can infect falcons.
Molecular Biology
Mycology, Virology and Bacteriology Analysis using PCR
GENDERING – Identify the gender of falcons genetically.
Gene Sequencing of Bacterial and Fungal Pathogens
CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LIVER PANEL TEST – Check the functionality of the liver and how well it is performing. We measure the blood levels of Albumin, Total Protein, and liver enzymes.
RENAL PANEL – Assess the kidney function. We measure minerals, glucose, and other parameters.
ELECTROLYTES & BLOOD GAS ANALYSIS – Measure the levels of electrolytes and gases in the blood. From these tests, we can evaluate lung function and the acid-base balance that may give us an indication of the possibility of a respiratory or kidney disorder.
BILE ACID TEST (SNAP) – This is a test to indicate liver disease. We can examine the efficiency of the liver to clear bile acid from the blood.
Clinic
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Endoscopy
Tracheoscopy – Inspection of the windpipe and the lower airways.
Laparoscopy – A small incision is made near the abdomen and an endoscope is inserted to inspect the internal organs.
Gastroscopy – Inspect the crop and gizzard of the falcon.
Removal of foreign bodies by endoscopy – After inspecting the falcon internally we can remove foreign bodies such as dead worms (Serratospiculum) and lead pellets.
X-Ray
Ventro / Dorsal position.
Lateral position.
PRELIMINARY LABORATORY
TLC (Total leukocyte count) – Measures the total number of white blood cells.
PCV (Packed Cell Volume) & Hb (Hemoglobin) – To assess the anemic and dehydration status.
DLC (Differential Leukocyte Count) – Is used to assess the toxemic / septicemia changes of the blood cells.
Faecal analysis – Preliminary method used to diagnose parasitic infestation.
Crop Swab analysis – Is a preliminary test used to detect protozoa, ova of parasites, candidasis and bacterial infections
Blood analysis for Lead poisoning – Using the LEADCAREII system.
General Checkup
Nose clean – Check and cleaning by flushing both nostrils with warm normal saline.
Eye clean – Using Optrex®
Ear clean – Generally using antibiotic ear drops when needed.
Oral Pharyngeal Cavity – Visual examination for clinically significant lesions.
Glottis – Visual examination of obstructive lesions or pathologic changes.
Dehydration – By skin tenting.
Identification
REGISTRATION – Falcons are registered and given a specific record number so we can keep a history.
ID CARD – ID cards are available to be used to identify the falcon. The hospital ID card is needed to apply for a falcon passport.
FALCON LEG RING – Owners can have their name and telephone number engraved on a ring and attached to the leg of the falcon. Different sizes and colors are available.
MICRO-CHIPPING – We advise all falconers that visit the hospital to micro-chip their falcon. This will help to identify the falcon in future.
