Dr. Robert Armentano – Internal Medicine

About Robert Armentano DVM, ACVIM

Dr. Robert Armentano with a Dog

Dr. Robert Armentano is board certified in small animal internal medicine. He is a Chicago native and did his undergraduate studies in animal sciences at the University of Illinois. After obtaining early admission into veterinary school he completed his training at the University of Illinois as well. After his DVM degree he continued his training at the University of Florida for a rotating internship and internal medicine residency. Dr. Armentano has engaged in many speaking opportunities including Chicago news updates on emerging infectious diseases including blastomycosis, leptospirosis and canine influenza. Dr. Armentano has participated in prospective research, published book chapters and is actively participating in research trials.

Dr. Armentano currently works at the Veterinary Specialty Center in the Chicagoland area. He lives with his wife and four-legged friends (2 dogs). Dr. Armentano enjoys travel, the Chicago Cubs (Go Cubbies) and endurance sports including marathons and triathlons.


Presentation Synopsis

1. The Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approach to Primary and Opportunistic, Systemic Fungal Infections
2. The Lepto Suspect: A Disease Overview and Lit Review
3. Tick-Borne Diseases of the 4Dx -A Review of Tick-Borne Diseases in Dogs and Cats
4. FUO: Fever of Unknown/Unsure/Undiagnosed Origin
5. GERD Management & Update on Gastroprotectants
6. The Increased ALT: A Practical Approach to Liver Testing and Sampling
7. Medical Management of Acute and Chronic Liver Disease in Dogs and Cats
8. Diagnosis: Open for Small Intestinal Thickening- Causes Include IBD vs Lymphoma
9. The Occult Cushingoid Dog: To Treat or Not to Treat
10. Diabetes Management – Set Yourself Libre