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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarians in Marion, IN
Durkes Veterinary Clinic has been dedicated to companion animal and exotic pet care since 1972. Our practice combines conventional medical and surgical procedures with alternative therapies like gold bead implants and acupuncture to provide comprehensive treatment options. With expertise in conditions such as hip dysplasia, epilepsy, and spondylosis, we utilize advanced techniques developed through decades of clinical research.Our team prioritizes personalized attention, client education, and compassionate care while maintaining state-of-the-art facilities for preventive care, disease detection, and lifelong medical support. We treat every pet as if it were our own, emphasizing partnership with owners to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Services
Gold Bead Implants
Veterinary Acupuncture
Preventive Care
Surgical Procedures
Exotic Pet Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in veterinary care since 1972
- Our clinic combines conventional medicine with innovative gold bead implant therapy
- Specialized treatment for complex conditions like hip dysplasia and epilepsy
- Compassionate staff dedicated to personalized pet healthcare
- Commitment to client education and preventive care programs
Services
Gold Bead Implants
Permanent gold bead implants provide long-term acupuncture treatment for joint disorders and epilepsy. The procedure involves precise placement of biocompatible gold beads at specific acupuncture points to stimulate healing and reduce symptoms. This therapy has shown success in treating hip dysplasia, seizures, and spinal conditions through both immediate pain relief and long-term joint remodeling.
Veterinary Acupuncture
Traditional acupuncture treatments complement conventional veterinary medicine by addressing energy imbalances and stimulating natural healing processes. Our practitioners use specialized techniques to assess and treat various conditions through targeted stimulation of acupuncture points, helping improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and enhance nervous system function in animals.
Surgical Procedures
Comprehensive surgical care includes both routine and complex procedures for companion animals. Our facilities support various surgical interventions combined with post-operative rehabilitation options. The clinic maintains strict protocols for anesthesia safety and pain management while offering both traditional and innovative surgical approaches tailored to each patient's needs.
Preventive Care
Proactive healthcare plans focus on disease prevention and early detection through regular check-ups, vaccinations, and diagnostic screening. Our preventive care services address nutritional guidance, parasite control, and age-specific health monitoring to maintain optimal wellness throughout pets' lifespans while building long-term relationships with pet owners.
Exotic Pet Treatment
Specialized veterinary services for non-traditional pets include diagnosis and treatment of unique health conditions in exotic species. Our team applies specialized knowledge to care for animals beyond typical cats and dogs, offering appropriate medical interventions and husbandry guidance for various exotic pet types while maintaining high standards of compassionate care.
People
Dr. Terry Durkes
Veterinarian
Dr. Durkes pioneered gold bead implant research since 1975, developing innovative treatments for canine epilepsy and joint disorders. With over 50 years of clinical experience, he combines traditional veterinary medicine with alternative therapies to provide comprehensive pet care solutions.
Sue Van Matre
Veterinary Technician
Sue has worked as a veterinary technician since 1988, assisting with animal rehabilitation and specialized treatments. Her experience includes wildlife care through DNR collaborations and 4-H leadership programs focused on animal husbandry and youth education.
Questions
What makes gold bead implants unique for pet treatment?
Gold bead implants provide permanent acupuncture stimulation through biocompatible gold beads placed at specific points, offering long-term relief for joint disorders and neurological conditions in animals.
How does your clinic approach pet wellness care?
We combine preventive care programs with early disease detection and personalized treatment plans, emphasizing both conventional medicine and alternative therapies to support pets' overall health.
What exotic animal services do you offer?
Our clinic provides specialized care for non-traditional pets, including diagnosis and treatment of unique health conditions in exotic species with appropriate medical interventions and husbandry guidance.
What surgical options are available for pets?
We offer various surgical procedures with modern anesthesia protocols and post-operative care, combining traditional techniques with innovative approaches tailored to each animal's specific needs.
How do you handle emergency veterinary situations?
Emergency services are available through our dedicated after-hours contact number for urgent pet care needs outside regular business hours.
What experience does your team have in veterinary care?
Our practice has provided veterinary services since 1972, with specialized expertise in alternative therapies and complex medical conditions through decades of clinical research and application.
Reviews (5)
Sebrina Capen
Dec 23, 2021
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Dr.Durkes is a wonderful veterinarian. Takes his time explaining the meds prescribed and is very thorough in his examinations.
Virgil Hammond
Nov 04, 2021
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Was fostering a kitten that walked up to me in my back yard. She was and still is sick. They wanted to only give her a shot and not cared nothing about the well being of the kitten. Desided to now keep her and take her to a real vet. For 6 weeks all they wanted to do was give her a shot without even running test to find out what was wrong with her. Well now she has a forever home and she will get a good vet to find out what's wrong with her to get her healthy again.
Marlene Michel-Anderson
Jul 31, 2021
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Dr Durkes is a very kind and professional vet. He knows large dogs and specializes in gold bead therapy for joints which is great for Great Danes and other giant breed dogs. He is very affordable also.
Anna Cannon
Jul 20, 2021
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Absolutely THE worst "veterinarian clinic" I have EVER been to!! Upon arriving I witnessed animals roaming in their fenced in area with NO shade nor water in over 80 degree heat and
rotting food with flies swarming around/in it sitting right in front of the entrance. A dog was in their "care" that was obviously suffering in the heat. The staff was incredibly rude and the facility was absolutely filthy. I was so let down by my findings seeing as how this is supposed to be a facility that is meant to be a safe haven for our furry family members. I'd rather travel out of town and pay a little extra
rotting food with flies swarming around/in it sitting right in front of the entrance. A dog was in their "care" that was obviously suffering in the heat. The staff was incredibly rude and the facility was absolutely filthy. I was so let down by my findings seeing as how this is supposed to be a facility that is meant to be a safe haven for our furry family members. I'd rather travel out of town and pay a little extra
Becky McBride
Nov 05, 2020
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Several years ago, I had a Great Dane with wobbler's. He couldn't walk more than 1/2 block, couldn't go up stairs, had to be lifted into the car, collapsed when he squatted to move his bowels. We drove from NC to Indiana with Maverick to try Gold Bead Therapy. When we got home, Mavvy could jump into the car, jump on the bed, run up the stairs and walk a mile. Thank you Dr. Durkes -- you gave my boy a new lease on life.
