Jorge Vilá, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Cardiology) Veterinary Cardiologist

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Jorge Vilá, DVM, MS, Diplomate, ACVIM (Cardiology) is a board-certified Veterinary Cardiologist at MedVet New Orleans and MedVet Mandeville where he has been part of the medical team since 2015. Dr. Vilá attended Iowa State University where he completed his pre-veterinary course work and Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine where he earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Following his graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Vilá completed a yearlong internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, followed by a three-year residency in small animal cardiology and Masters of Science degree at Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2014 Dr. Vilá was awarded the Zoetis Veterinary Specialty Resident Externship Grant.

Since becoming a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology), Dr. Vilá has authored several papers on various veterinary cardiology topics and has lectured to veterinarians and veterinary students on a variety of cardiology topics.

Although he is experienced in all aspects of cardiology, Dr. Vila’ has particular interests in the treatment of arrhythmias and pulmonary hypertension. When not treating patients, Dr. Vilá enjoys travelling and watching LSU football.

Education & Training

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Internship: Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, East Lansing, Michigan
Masters of Science: Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Cardiology Residency: Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Specializations

Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)

Professional Affiliations

American Veterinary Medical Association
Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association

What is a Veterinary Specialist?

A veterinary specialist is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who has completed extensive post-graduate education and clinical training in a focused area. After passing a certifying board examination in their chosen specialty field, they are called a diplomate of their specialty college and considered an expert in this area of veterinary medicine. There are over 20 veterinary specialties recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association.

This expertise is complementary to the care provided by your family veterinarian. You may be referred to a MedVet hospital if your pet needs specific equipment and/or expertise that your veterinarian does not have. Collaboration between you, your veterinarian, and your veterinary specialist is critical to providing the best outcome for your pet.

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What others are saying

We were seen very quickly by the MedVet cardiology group. Dr. Vila and the staff were very kind and understanding. I would recommend their services! – Trinell R.

We absolutely loved the time & consideration Dr. Vila and the other doctors gave me and Dozer. These people were all so wonderful to my family. They never made us feel rushed and always provided top notch compassion. Big thanks! – Kristina D.

I received excellent care and customer service from Dr. Jorge Vilá. I know my pets are loved by each and every employee in this office. – David L.