Mobile Thoracic Ultrasound for Dogs and Cats in Duluth, MN
Advanced chest imaging, delivered directly to your clinic.
At Superior Veterinary Imaging, we bring expert thoracic ultrasound services directly to your clinic. No specialty referral required. Whether your patient is showing signs of respiratory trouble or your team is investigating an abnormal chest X-ray, our on-site imaging offers fast, meaningful insight.
Serving Duluth, Superior, and surrounding areas, we work with your veterinary team to provide high-quality imaging that fits smoothly into your practice’s routine. We’re here to support your clinic with trusted results, a collaborative approach, and clear communication every step of the way.
What Is Thoracic Ultrasound?
Thoracic ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic tool used to evaluate the heart, lungs, and pleural space. Unlike radiographs, ultrasound allows for real-time visualization of soft tissues and fluid, making it ideal for patients with respiratory symptoms or cardiac concerns.
This service is especially helpful for assessing:
Thoracic ultrasound offers a way to gather more information quickly and safely, often without the need for sedation.
Fast, Focused Imaging for Respiratory and Cardiac Concerns
When a dog or cat presents with coughing, labored breathing, or suspected trauma, having access to immediate imaging can change the course of care. Thoracic ultrasound helps local clinics provide timely answers that support clinical decision-making.
Scenarios where thoracic ultrasound can help include:
We’ll work with your clinic team to decide whether thoracic ultrasound alone is appropriate, or if combined cardiac imaging (echocardiography) would better suit the case.
What to Expect from Our Mobile Imaging Process
Our process is designed with your busy clinic in mind. From scheduling to reporting, everything is focused on saving your team time while delivering the answers you need.
What to expect:
No travel, no referral delays, and no disruption to your clinic’s patient flow.
Proudly Serving Northern Minnesota and Western Wisconsin
Based in Duluth, we proudly offer mobile ultrasound services throughout northern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, including:
If you’re located within driving distance of these areas, we’re happy to discuss how we can support your clinic.
Meet Dr. Miranda Imrie: Clinical Experience Meets Imaging Expertise
Dr. Miranda Imrie brings more than 15 years of small animal practice experience, with a strong clinical focus in internal medicine and diagnostic imaging. She founded Superior Veterinary Imaging to make ultrasound more accessible to general practices in northern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
Her training includes advanced hands-on programs in soft tissue and cardiac ultrasound, with a commitment to diagnostic quality and case relevance. Clinics trust her for her clinical insight, thoughtful reporting, and collaborative approach to imaging.
Why Clinics Choose Superior Veterinary Imaging
We’re here to partner with your clinic, not compete with it. Our goal is to provide expert diagnostics that keep care local, support your medical decisions, and enhance your service offerings.
Benefits of working with us:
Whether your case is urgent or part of a longer-term diagnostic plan, we’ll work alongside your team to ensure you get the answers you need.
