Compassionate and Specialist Care for your Horse
About Us
Noosa Equine Vet is a specialist ambulatory practice that provides support for acute or chronic injuries and our services extend to horses suffering most medical-related disorders. All horse breeds are treated and a wide spectrum of diseases (disorders of the gastrointestinal to respiratory systems, oncology to dermatologic systems) is catered for. Continuing professional education through attendance of local and international congresses means that your horse will receive the highest standard of care.
Dr. Montague N. Saulez
Dr. Montague N. Saulez (BVSc MS DACVIM-LA DECEIM PhD) has spent almost 15 years in higher education culminating in an Associate Professorship in Equine Internal Medicine at the Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Pretoria, South Africa. Dr. Saulez has published over 50 abstracts and articles in peer-reviewed veterinary journals, authored book chapters and review articles in Equine Internal Medicine.
Dr. Saulez is a specialist in Equine Internal Medicine as recognized by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC), Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), South African Veterinary Council (SAVC), and European College of Equine Internal Medicine (ECEIM). He is both a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (DACVIM) and European College of Equine Internal Medicine (DECEIM). After graduating from the University of Pretoria (1998), Dr. Saulez completed an Internship in Equine Medicine and Surgery (Rossdales Veterinary Surgeons, 2001), a Residency in Large Animal Internal Medicine (Oregon State University, 2003) and a Fellowship in Equine Neonatology and Perinatology (McGee Medical Center, 2004). He returned to South Africa and completed a PhD (University of Pretoria, 2008) while working as a specialist in Equine Internal Medicine at the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Pretoria.
Noosa Equine Vet
Dr. Saulez is an Equine Physician and Research Fellow at the University of Stellenbosch. His interests include equine and camelid (llamas and alpacas) neonatology, poor performance, upper respiratory tract disorders and oncology.
Our Services
Emergency Equine Rescue
Rescue and retrieval of horses trapped in holes or stuck in mud and water safely. Horses are first assessed prior to determining the need for pharmaceutical restraint and extraction.
Endoscopy
Using a wide range of flexible videoendoscopes, expert examination of your horse’s upper airway (pharynx, larynx & guttural pouches), lungs, stomach, bladder and uterus can be safely performed. Horses with impaired performance are routinely evaluated and bronchoalveolar lavages collected to determine small airway pathology
General Health and Wellness
General physical examinations, deworming and vaccinations.
Internal Medicine
Dr. Saulez is an Equine Physician with comprehensive knowledge of internal medicine. He focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of injuries and diseases.
Interventional Diagnostics
Biopsies of masses, internal organs and bone marrow.
Cerebrospinal fluid collection, cytology and culture.
Diagnostic imaging using endoscopy, ultrasound and radiography.
Fine needle aspirate, cytology and culture.
Histopathology.
Myelography.
Trucut® biopsies of an internal organ using ultrasound guidance.
Laboratory Diagnostics
Arterial and venous blood gas analysis.
Bacterial culture and antibiogram.
Blood smear.
Faecal analysis and culture.
Hematology and serum biochemistry.
Peritoneal fluid analysis.
Litigation
Expert opinion is provided for internal medicine-related investigations involving horses. Review and assessment of all pertinent documents is performed in order to provide a specialist opinion.
Prepurchase Exams
Following a request by a potential buyer of a horse, a thorough clinical exam is performed to determine any pre-existing disorder or any potential problem that may affect future soundness. Ancillary diagnostic procedures can be performed and include blood analyses, endoscopy of the upper airway tract, radiographs (particularly feet, hock and stifle joints) and ultrasound. Results are kept confidential and a summary report is provided to the buyer.
Radiography
Using the latest Sound-Eklin® portable wireless digital radiography system, quality images are acquired which can be reviewed immediately using the remote notebook
Regenerative Medicine
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): Following collection of venous blood from the horse, centrifugation of the blood samples results in a super concentration of blood platelets and growth factors. Using sterile technique, the platelet rich plasma (PRP) is injected into the site of injury using ultrasound thereby promoting superior healing and recovery following joint or tendon-related disorders.
Reproduction
At risk pregnancies are monitored through repeated ultrasound exams, serial hematology and serum biochemistry analyses, until the birth of the foal.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery, tumour removal, lacerations, wound care and tissue reconstruction.
Ultrasound
Using the latest GE LOGIQ e high performance, multipurpose colour compact imaging system, designed for abdominal, cardiac, musculoskeletal (muscle / bone / tendon), neonate (foals), thorax and various small part applications, basic ultrasound exams to more advanced imaging can be easily performed.
Worldwide Consultation
Expert medical consultation provided to local stable yards in the Western Cape, throughout South Africa and internationally.
Emergency Equine Rescue
Rescue and retrieval of horses trapped in holes or stuck in mud and water safely. Horses are first assessed prior to determining the need for pharmaceutical restraint and extraction.
Endoscopy
Using a wide range of flexible videoendoscopes, expert examination of your horse’s upper airway (pharynx, larynx & guttural pouches), lungs, stomach, bladder and uterus can be safely performed. Horses with impaired performance are routinely evaluated and bronchoalveolar lavages collected to determine small airway pathology.
General Health and Wellness
General physical examinations, deworming and vaccinations.
Internal Medicine
Dr. Saulez is an Equine Physician with comprehensive knowledge of internal medicine. He focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of injuries and diseases.
Interventional Diagnostics
Biopsies of masses, internal organs and bone marrow.
Cerebrospinal fluid collection, cytology and culture.
Diagnostic imaging using endoscopy, ultrasound and radiography.
Fine needle aspirate, cytology and culture.
Histopathology.
Myelography.
Trucut® biopsies of an internal organ using ultrasound guidance.
Laboratory Diagnostics
Arterial and venous blood gas analysis.
Bacterial culture and antibiogram.
Blood smear.
Faecal analysis and culture.
Hematology and serum biochemistry.
Peritoneal fluid analysis.
Litigation
Expert opinion is provided for internal medicine-related investigations involving horses. Review and assessment of all pertinent documents is performed in order to provide a specialist opinion.
Prepurchase Exams
Following a request by a potential buyer of a horse, a thorough clinical exam is performed to determine any pre-existing disorder or any potential problem that may affect future soundness. Ancillary diagnostic procedures can be performed and include blood analyses, endoscopy of the upper airway tract, radiographs (particularly feet, hock and stifle joints) and ultrasound. Results are kept confidential and a summary report is provided to the buyer.
Radiography
Using the latest Sound-Eklin® portable wireless digital radiography system, quality images are acquired which can be reviewed immediately using the remote notebook
Regenerative Medicine
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): Following collection of venous blood from the horse, centrifugation of the blood samples results in a super concentration of blood platelets and growth factors. Using sterile technique, the platelet rich plasma (PRP) is injected into the site of injury using ultrasound thereby promoting superior healing and recovery following joint or tendon-related disorders.
Reproduction
Using the latest Sound-Eklin® portable wireless digital radiography system, quality images are acquired which can be reviewed immediately using the remote notebook
Soft Tissue Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery, tumour removal, lacerations, wound care and tissue reconstruction.
Ultrasound
Using the latest GE LOGIQ e high performance, multipurpose colour compact imaging system, designed for abdominal, cardiac, musculoskeletal (muscle / bone / tendon), neonate (foals), thorax and various small part applications, basic ultrasound exams to more advanced imaging can be easily performed.
Worldwide Consultation
Expert medical consultation provided to local stable yards in the Western Cape, throughout South Africa and internationally.
Remote Medicine
Noosa Equine Vet offers an online consultation service for all first opinion clients from the comfort of your home.