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About Us


Mission Statement

Urology/Nephrology Center

Our Mission is to enhance the quality and quantity of life of companion animals

We are committed to the development of noninvasive methods that will consistently and safely prevent and cure diseases of the urinary system

Our Mission encompasses compassionate utilization of contemporary science and selection of clinical teams to provide care that we would select for ourselves

The Minnesota Urolith Center was established in 1981. We provide:

  • Quantitative urolith analysis utilizing
    • Polarizing Light Microscopy
    • Infrared Spectroscopy
    • EDAX (Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy)
  • Database of over 280,000 veterinary samples
  • Epidemiologic data identifying risk factors for urolithiasis
  • Recommendations on urolith dissolution and prevention
  • Consultation services
  • Clinical Studies
  • Lectures and seminars around the world to disseminate knowledge about management of urolithiasis
  • Information tailored to the veterinary community we are exclusively dedicated to veterinary patients!!

We are staffed by board certified veterinarians and specially trained veterinary professionals qualified in the analysis and interpretation of biogenic minerals from veterinary patients.

Veterinarians

  • Jody P. Lulich, DVM, PhD
  • Carl A. Osborne, DVM, PhD
  • David J. Polzin, DVM, PhD

Veterinary Professionals

  • Michelle T. Buettner
  • Amy Cokley, BS
  • Lori A. Koehler, CVT
  • Laura Pederson, BS
  • Laurie L. Swanson, CVT
  • Lisa K. Ulrich, CVT

We are available by phone 612-625-4221 or fax 612-624-0751

Supported in part by an educational gift from
Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc



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