Animal Urgent Care
Animal Urgent Care is a general practice practice in Los Angeles, CA.
About
Animal Urgent Care provides high-quality veterinary urgent care with a focus on immediate needs. The clinic is equipped with best-in-class digital imaging for X-ray and ultrasound, an in-house laboratory for rapid test results, and an on-site pharmacy. They also offer minor surgeries, advanced anesthetic monitoring, and compassionate end-of-life care, including aquamation services. Dr. Ryan Gershenson, a board-certified Emergency and Critical Care specialist, is the owner and a veterinarian.
Serving pets and owners across greater Los Angeles, including Burbank, Glendale, and Hollywood, the clinic operates on a walk-in, first-come, first-serve basis. They are open daily from noon to 10 PM at two locations. Patients are encouraged to call ahead for availability and use the online patient portal for contact-free check-in and access to medical records. For life-threatening emergencies, the clinic advises seeking a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of imaging and laboratory services are available at Animal Urgent Care?
- Animal Urgent Care utilizes best-in-class digital imaging equipment for X-ray and ultrasound to evaluate pets non-invasively. The clinic also features a fully equipped in-house laboratory for precise and rapid test results, aiding in real-time treatment decisions. Additionally, they provide reference lab services for specialized pathology and testing needs.
- What types of surgical procedures does Animal Urgent Care perform?
- Animal Urgent Care provides advanced anesthetic monitoring and services for minor surgeries. This includes procedures such as laceration repairs and wound repairs. The clinic is equipped to handle these types of interventions to address urgent medical problems that require immediate surgical attention.
- What is the specialization of the veterinary staff at Animal Urgent Care?
- The veterinary team at Animal Urgent Care includes several professionals with extensive experience in emergency and critical care medicine. Dr. Ryan Gershenson, the owner, is a board-certified Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) specialist. Other veterinarians, such as Dr. Holly Thompson, are board-eligible or have significant experience in this specialized field, ensuring high-quality urgent care.
- What conditions does Animal Urgent Care typically treat in dogs and cats?
- Animal Urgent Care treats a range of common problems in dogs and cats, similar to human urgent care. These include bites and wounds, coughing, sneezing, breathing changes, ear infections, eye irritation, diarrhea, vomiting, and discharge from the nose or mouth. They also address issues like fleas, ticks, mites, pain, weakness, lameness, rashes, and worms or parasites.
- Does Animal Urgent Care offer end-of-life services for pets?
- Yes, Animal Urgent Care provides compassionate end-of-life care, supporting pet parents through the euthanasia process with dignity. They offer aquamation services through a provider, with options for the return and distribution of ashes. Customized memorial products such as urns, paw prints, and nose prints are also available to help families remember their beloved pets.