Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarians in Marion, IN
Durkes Veterinary Clinic has been dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care since 1972. Our practice combines conventional medical and surgical procedures with alternative therapies like gold bead implants and acupuncture to address a wide range of animal health conditions. Specializing in companion animals and exotic pets, we prioritize compassionate care, client education, and the highest standards of veterinary medicine. Our experienced team, led by Dr. Terry Durkes, brings decades of expertise in treating complex conditions such as hip dysplasia, epilepsy, and arthritis through innovative techniques. We emphasize personalized attention to each pet owner's unique concerns while maintaining a commitment to preventive care, early disease detection, and advanced treatment options.The clinic's legacy began at Western Avenue Animal Hospital and continues at our current location within the Marion Animal Care and Control Center. Our facilities support routine wellness exams, emergency services, and specialized interventions, ensuring lifelong care for pets. Dr. Durkes' pioneering research in gold bead implant therapy since 1975 has established our clinic as a leader in integrative veterinary medicine. We maintain strong partnerships with pet owners to promote animal health and well-being through transparent communication and evidence-based practices. Our staff's dedication to both domestic and wildlife rehabilitation reflects our broader commitment to animal care excellence.
Services
Gold Bead Implants
Acupuncture Therapy
Hip Dysplasia Treatment
Epilepsy Management
Exotic Pet Care
Preventive Medicine
Surgical Procedures
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in integrative veterinary medicine since 1972
- Our clinic pioneered gold bead implant research for animal joint conditions
- We combine conventional surgery with alternative therapies for comprehensive care
- Our staff provides personalized attention to each pet owner's unique concerns
- We emphasize client education and preventive care for long-term pet health
What people say
Exceptional animal care
Innovative treatment options
Compassionate staff
Successful implant therapy
Knowledgeable veterinarians
Services
Gold Bead Implants
Gold bead implants provide permanent acupuncture treatment for joint and neurological conditions in dogs. This therapy addresses hip dysplasia, arthritis, and epilepsy by stimulating specific acupuncture points with biocompatible gold beads. The procedure offers long-term pain relief and joint stabilization through precise placement of metallic implants.
Veterinary Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatments utilize traditional Chinese medicine principles to treat various animal health conditions. Our clinic combines needle therapy with modern techniques to address musculoskeletal issues, neurological disorders, and chronic pain through natural energy balancing methods.
Hip Dysplasia Treatment
Specialized treatment programs for canine hip dysplasia combine surgical interventions with complementary therapies. We offer comprehensive management strategies including gold bead implants, physical therapy, and conventional medical treatments to improve joint function and mobility.
Epilepsy Management
Our clinic provides advanced epilepsy management for dogs using integrative approaches. Treatment combines conventional medication with gold bead implant therapy to address neurological imbalances and reduce seizure frequency while monitoring long-term outcomes.
Exotic Pet Care
Veterinary services for exotic animals include specialized care for non-traditional pets. Our experienced team provides medical treatment, preventive care, and wellness programs tailored to the unique needs of exotic species while maintaining high standards of animal husbandry.
People
Dr. Terry Durkes
Veterinarian
Dr. Durkes pioneered gold bead implant research since 1975, treating complex animal conditions. With over 45 years of clinical experience, he combines traditional veterinary medicine with innovative therapies while maintaining active involvement in wildlife rehabilitation and 4-H education programs.
Sue Van Matre
Veterinary Technician
Sue has served as Dr. Durkes' technician since 1988, bringing extensive experience in animal care and rehabilitation. Her expertise includes wildlife treatment and 4-H program leadership, contributing to the clinic's comprehensive approach to veterinary medicine.
Questions
What veterinary services do you specialize in?
We specialize in integrative medicine combining conventional treatments with gold bead implants and acupuncture for joint and neurological conditions in companion animals and exotic pets.
Do you treat exotic animals?
Yes, our clinic provides medical care for exotic pets with specialized treatment plans tailored to unique species requirements and health considerations.
What are gold bead implants?
Gold bead implants are permanent acupuncture treatment delivering long-term joint and nerve therapy through biocompatible metallic implants placed at specific acupuncture points to address conditions like hip dysplasia.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Our regular hours are Tuesday-Thursday 8AM-5PM. Emergency services operate outside these hours with prior arrangement through our after-hours contact number.
How experienced is your staff?
Dr. Durkes has over 45 years of clinical experience pioneering gold bead implant therapy since 1975, supported by technicians with decades of specialized veterinary care expertise.
