The following agreement is made between Central Houston Animal Hospital, Rehabilitation and Pain Management department and the person represented below.
I hereby authorize rehabilitation and holistic pain management to be performed on my animal. I have been informed of possible complications and the anticipated prognosis. I acknowledge that rehabilitation therapies, massage and spinal manipulation are considered alternative therapies by the Texas Board of Veterinary Examiners and the Texas State Veterinary Medical Association.
These treatments will be performed by Kristina Adourian, LVT, CCRP under direct supervision of the veterinarians at Central Houston Animal Hospital, specifically Jessica Marziani, DVM, CVA, CVC, CCRT. I have discussed with Kristina Adourian and/or Dr. Marziani the treatment options available for my pet, both traditional/conventional therapies offered by my regular veterinarian and alternative therapies. After consultation, I understand the treatment and the risks involved in alternative therapies. Kristina and/or Dr. Marziani have encouraged me to discuss any concerns that I may have about risks before treatment and anytime throughout treatment.
While I accept that all procedures will be done to the best of Kristina Adourian and/or Dr. Marziani’s abilities, I understand that no guarantee or warranty has been or will be made regarding the results that may be achieved.
I, the undersigned owner or representative, of the pet identified below, consent to all future examinations and treatments of my pet by Kristina Adourian and Dr. Marziani using alternative therapy methods. My signature on this form indicates that: (a) any questions I have regarding alternative therapy have been answered to my satisfaction; and (b) my consent to any future treatments will only be provided after receiving information from Kristina Adourian and/or Dr. Marziani on conventional treatments available and their probable ability to cure the problem.