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Bridge Referrals
Bridge Referrals is one of the North East’s most modern veterinary referral centre for small animals. Our high tech and innovative facility accepts all referral cases.
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Small Animal Veterinary Referrals
Bridge Referrals is an independent, family-owned multidisciplinary veterinary referral centre in South Tyneside. We provide advanced clinical services in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, oncology, and cardiology to primary care veterinary practices across the North of England and Southern Scotland.
Our experienced clinicians work collaboratively with referring vets to deliver the highest standards of care, combining specialist expertise to achieve the best outcomes for every patient. Sustainability is embedded in the way we operate, reflecting our commitment to responsible, forward-thinking veterinary practice.
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Be part of our dynamic veterinary referral hospital in the North East.
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Key Services
Cardiology
Diagnostic imaging
Internal medicine
Neurosurgery
Oncology
Ophthalmology
Orthopaedics
Physiotherapy
Soft tissue surgery
Mission statement
“Providing excellent service and exceptional standards of care for our patients, clients and
community by bridging the gap between first opinion practices and referral centres. We forge
relationships with our referring vets making referring a patient a friendly and seamless process”
Blog
Seeing the Future: Veterinary Ophthalmology at Bridge Referrals
In the world of animal healthcare, few things are as remarkable as watching a beloved pet regain the sparkle in their eyes. Our latest promotional video offers an inspiring look behind the scenes of modern veterinary ophthalmology at Bridge Referrals — a field where compassion meets a multi-disciplinary approach. The video takes viewers inside the world of our veterinary ophthalmologists who combine precision, innovation, and dedication to protect one of nature’s most intricate senses: vision. Our skilled veterinary ophthalmologists steady hands and compassion goes beyond restoring sight; it’s about enhancing the quality of life for pets and the people who…
Neurology at Bridge Referrals
We are pleased to share our latest Neurology video, providing insight into the advanced diagnostics and treatments available at Bridge Referrals! Our Neurology team comprises three surgeons, available 7 days a week for both urgent and elective spinal referrals. Working collaboratively within our multidisciplinary team, we deliver a comprehensive approach to patient care. We are able to rapidly and accurately investigate a wide spectrum of neurological conditions. In this video, Alison Kennair discusses the Neurology service at Bridge Referrals and how our integrated team supports patients and their families throughout the diagnostic and treatment journey. To refer to our…
Jill’s Journey: Bouncing Back After a Broken Leg
Meet Jill the Border Terrier Jill had an unfortunate accident while out on a walk—she slipped through some slats in a picnic bench and injured one of her front legs. Radiographs showed she had sustained fractures to both of the bones in her foreleg—the radius and the ulna. This type of injury is quite painful and requires surgical stabilisation to heal properly and allow a return to normal function. Pre-op X-rays To repair the fracture, a surgical approach was made to the radius. Once the broken bone was realigned (reduced), it was stabilised using a metal plate and screws. Radiographs…
