Your pet is an important part of the family, not just an animal. At Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care (West), we understand the unique connection you share with your companion. We will be your trusted partners in keeping your pet healthy and happy. Our top-notch team of veterinarians, specialists and staff will care for your companion as if he or she were our own, because we’re pet lovers just like you.
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You can always expect the highest level of care when you are here with us, whether it’s for emergency care, rehabilitation, internal medicine, laser therapy, advanced diagnostic testing, or anything else.
Do you have a trusted resource to which you can turn when your beloved pet needs urgent medical care or specialized surgical attention? At Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care, we would be honored to be the one you rely on in your time of need. Our team is highly skilled and prepared to step in at a moment’s notice to assist with all your animal health care needs.
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We will work with you and your primary care veterinarian to deliver the care needed. Most importantly, each and every service performed at our facility is handled with the utmost care and compassion. With our dedicated professionals, you can rest assured that your loved one will always be in caring, capable hands.
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At Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care, our offered services include, but are not limited to:
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Call us for information on Orthopedic Services
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To learn more about these and the other services we offer, click here.
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For Referring Veterinarians
At Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care, we are committed to fostering and supporting the existing relationships between you, your clients and their animal family members. We recognize that your clients rely on your medical knowledge and trust your opinions. We are honored to be part of the health care team that provides your patients with the best chance at enjoying long, happy and healthy lives.
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We take this commitment and our role as part of this team very seriously. From the moment your client reaches out to us or your patient arrives at our facility, you can be confident that they will receive the highest level of compassionate care. We pledge to remain diligent in our communications with you, keeping you informed and always including you in the decision-making process. We will also work closely with you to provide guidance and support for your patients’ after-care needs.
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In emergency situations, we will work closely with the patient’s family to ensure optimal care. Once you’ve been notified that your patient is in our care, we will consult with you to determine what the next steps should be. Together we will work toward the shared goal of helping joint patients receive the medical attention they need for the best possible outcome. We do share facilities with Noah’s Westside Animal Hospital, however, we are committed to maintaining your long-term relationship with your clients. If your patient is provided care through our emergency service, all follow-up care will be directed to you and your team.
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Should questions arise at any time about a patient that is in our care, we will always be available to discuss and address those concerns. We also welcome any and all feedback with the goal of continuously improving the level of service and care we provide.
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Refer a Patient Online!
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It’s never been easier to refer a patient for specialty services. Please complete the form below and we will contact your patient to get them scheduled right away.
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Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care is committed to maintaining and promoting the relationship that already exists between you, your client and their special pet. We understand that your clients trust and value your medical skills and your opinions. It is our honor to be part of the healthcare team for your beloved patients.
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If you prefer, you can download a Referral Form below and email or fax it to us:
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For Clients Arriving Without a Referring Veterinarian or For Emergency Services
At Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care, we understand the important role your pet plays as part of your family. We also know that seeking urgent or specialized medical care with someone other than your family vet can be intimidating. We want you know that should an emergency occur, you’ve got a team of caring, compassionate and highly skilled professionals ready and willing to help.
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Our job is not just about quickly and effectively addressing the medical needs of your pet. It’s also about working closely with you and your family veterinarian, communicating and partnering with you both every step of the way. Together we will work hard to ensure that the right decisions are made and that your loved one always receives the best possible care.
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We sincerely hope that your pet never faces the need for emergency or specialized surgical attention. However, should that need ever arise you can count on the team at Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care to be there for you.
Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care is committed to maintaining and promoting the relationship that already exists between you, your client and their special pet. We understand that your clients trust and value your medical skills and your opinions. It is our honor to be part of the healthcare team for your beloved patients.
AAHA-Accredited Hospitals: Champions for Excellent Care
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Did you know that accreditation for animal hospitals is voluntary? Surprising, isn’t it? Nearly 60 percent of pet owners believe that their pet’s veterinary hospital is accredited when it is not. In actuality, only 12-15% of animal hospitals have gone through the accreditation evaluation process by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). We are proud to call ourselves an AAHA-accredited referral hospital.
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In the United States, all human hospitals that serve people with Medicare must be accredited through an accrediting body; they undergo regular reviews and quality checks to ensure they meet standards of quality for every aspect of medical care. However, not all animal hospitals choose to pursue the AAHA-accreditation process since it is not required by law. When it comes to pet health care, accreditation is voluntary.
WHAT IS AAHA?
The accreditation process is rigorous and time-consuming, and not every veterinary hospital wants to go through the lengthy process. Accreditation by AAHA means that an animal hospital has been evaluated on approximately 900 standards of veterinary excellence. To maintain their accreditation, hospitals undergo a rigorous review by veterinary experts every three years. State and provincial regulations can vary widely – in fact, some states don’t routinely inspect hospitals, only going in for an inspection when a complaint is filed by a pet owner. AAHA accreditation is considered the standard for veterinary excellence, and does not vary between states or provinces (AAHA accredits hospitals in both the U.S. and Canada).
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We are an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital. That means we hold ourselves to a higher standard. Pets are our passion. And keeping them healthy is our #1 priority. Here, we strive to deliver excellent care for pets. Because your pets deserve nothing less.
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Learn more about AAHA accreditation and why our accreditation is important to you and your pet. Visit aaha.org/petowner.