Fairmount Veterinary Specialists

- 3026 KY-44, Shepherdsville, KY 40165

When a beloved pet faces a complex or chronic health issue that goes beyond routine primary care, Kentucky pet owners need access to the highest level of veterinary expertise. Fairmount Veterinary Specialists (FVS), located conveniently in Shepherdsville, KY, is one of the region’s premier resources for advanced veterinary medicine. This specialty practice focuses on two critical areas: Veterinary Internal Medicine and Oncology, providing hope and cutting-edge treatment for dogs and cats with challenging diseases.

Unlike a general veterinary clinic, Fairmount Veterinary Specialists operates strictly on a referral basis. This means that your family veterinarian—the doctor you trust for routine check-ups, vaccines, and general sickness—will refer your pet to FVS when a complex diagnostic puzzle or specialized treatment plan is necessary. The FVS team, led by a Board-Certified Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine, is committed to collaborative care, working closely with your primary care vet to ensure a seamless and comprehensive approach to your pet’s health journey. This integrated model ensures that your pet benefits from focused, expert attention without losing the continuous support of your regular veterinary team.

The decision to seek specialist care can be daunting, but for Kentuckians in the Louisville area and beyond, FVS offers expertise in diagnosing and managing complicated conditions that affect the entire body. These can range from persistent gastrointestinal issues and complex hormonal disorders to chronic respiratory problems and cancer. By focusing exclusively on these advanced cases, Fairmount Veterinary Specialists brings a depth of knowledge, experience, and diagnostic capability that is essential for achieving the best possible outcomes for pets facing serious illness. Their mission is to enhance your pet's quality of life through accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans.

• Address: 3026 KY-44, Shepherdsville, KY 40165, USA

The Shepherdsville location is part of a larger, flexible service model that also includes a presence in the Lexington area. The location is easily accessible from major roads, situated right off a key Kentucky State Highway, KY-44. This ensures that clients traveling from surrounding communities in Bullitt, Jefferson, and Spencer counties can reach the facility with minimal difficulty.

Since FVS is a specialty practice, visits are structured differently than a typical vet clinic.

• Appointment Only: All consultations with the internal medicine specialist require a scheduled appointment.
• Referral Required: You must obtain a referral from your primary care veterinarian before booking a consultation, ensuring that the specialist has all relevant medical history.
• Limited Hours of Operation: The specialist may only be available at the Shepherdsville location on certain days (e.g., Tuesdays and Wednesdays), making it crucial to confirm the schedule before planning your visit.

This structured approach is necessary to dedicate the time and resources required for advanced diagnostic work-ups and the detailed management of complex medical cases.

• Internal Medicine Consultations: Detailed evaluation and diagnosis for a wide range of complex medical conditions affecting various body systems.
• Advanced Diagnostics: Utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to uncover underlying issues, which may include specialized laboratory tests, advanced imaging review, and minimally invasive procedures.
• Gastrointestinal (GI) Disease Management: Expert diagnosis and long-term care for chronic vomiting, diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and other persistent digestive disorders.
• Endocrine System Management: Treating hormonal conditions such as diabetes mellitus, Cushing's disease, Addison's disease, and thyroid disorders (hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism).
• Respiratory and Cardiac Evaluation: Management of chronic coughing, breathing difficulties, and other conditions affecting the lungs and circulatory system, often in collaboration with a cardiology specialist.
• Urinary and Renal Disease: Specialized care for kidney disease, chronic urinary tract infections, and other complex issues of the urinary system.
• Oncology Services: A comprehensive approach to cancer care, including aiding in the early detection of cancer and providing tailored Chemotherapy options.
• Immune-Mediated Disease: Diagnosis and treatment of conditions where the pet’s immune system is attacking its own body.
• Collaborative Care: Ongoing communication and partnership with the referring primary care veterinarian to ensure continuity of care.

• Board-Certified Internal Medicine Specialist: The practice is led by Dr. Forrest Cummings, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who has completed extensive post-graduate training and successfully passed rigorous examinations to earn the designation of Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (DACVIM), representing the highest level of expertise in complex pet health.
• Advanced Cancer Care: FVS provides comprehensive oncology services, including tailored chemotherapy protocols, with a strong focus on maintaining a good quality of life for the pet throughout treatment.
• Focus on Quality of Life: Every treatment plan is designed not just to treat the disease, but to maximize the pet's comfort and well-being, acknowledging the deep bond between the pet and their Kentucky family.
• Continuing Education Resource: The specialist actively provides Continuing Education (CE) to local and regional veterinarians, demonstrating a commitment to raising the standard of care across the Kentucky veterinary community.
• Seamless Primary Vet Collaboration: The practice ensures clear, transparent, and prompt communication with the pet’s regular veterinarian via consultation reports and possibly medical records review (Teleconsulting) for challenging cases.
• Convenient Dual-Location Service: Operating out of two major Kentucky cities (Shepherdsville and Lexington) allows FVS to extend its specialized reach to a wider range of pet owners across the state.

• Address (Louisville Area): 3026 KY-44, Shepherdsville, KY 40165, USA
• Phone: (502) 579-8350

It is crucial to remember that all visits are by appointment and require a referral. Pet owners should first contact their primary care veterinarian to initiate the referral process, and then call the FVS number to schedule the consultation once the referral documentation is complete. The phone number is your gateway to accessing this specialized level of care for your dog or cat.

For Bullitt County and the surrounding Kentucky regions, having access to such a dedicated facility eliminates the need for extensive travel to distant veterinary referral centers, easing the burden during an already stressful time. The highly personal care, evidenced by the small, dedicated team and the commitment to working closely with your local vet, means your pet receives a customized and coordinated treatment strategy. Whether your pet is dealing with persistent, undiagnosed symptoms, an advanced endocrine disorder, or requires compassionate chemotherapy for cancer, the depth of expertise and focused nature of Fairmount Veterinary Specialists makes them the optimal choice for giving your pet the best possible chance at improved health and extended quality of life. They represent the pinnacle of medical care available locally for pets with the most complicated health needs.

Fairmount Veterinary Specialists

3026 KY-44, Shepherdsville, KY 40165, USA