VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital
VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital is a general practice practice in San Diego, CA.
About
VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital provides advanced care services that extend beyond typical general hospital visits for pets. These specialized offerings include diagnostic imaging, various therapies, and eye treatments. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art digital radiology, which provides film-less X-rays with benefits such as reduced radiation exposure and the ability to digitally enhance and share images with specialists. Additionally, the clinic performs soft tissue surgeries and utilizes a Tonopen for detailed eye examinations.
The hospital sees both cats and dogs, offering personalized pet health care through CareClub® Wellness Plans. Patients can manage their pet's health care via the myVCA app, which allows for live chat, prescription refills, vaccine tracking, and appointment booking. The clinic also provides a virtual waiting room with estimated wait times and offers online appointment scheduling.
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Frequently asked questions
- What advanced diagnostic imaging services are available at VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital?
- VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital offers state-of-the-art digital radiology services. These film-less X-rays use a digital image capture device, providing benefits such as shorter procedure times, no chemical processing, and reduced radiation exposure for pets. Images can also be digitally enhanced and easily shared with specialists for evaluation.
- What types of surgical procedures does VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital perform?
- VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital offers various soft tissue surgery services. These surgeries address body parts excluding bones/joints, the heart, or the nervous system. Common examples include gastrointestinal surgery for foreign objects or diseased sections, bladder surgery for stones or polyps, and liver or spleen surgeries for masses or diseased organs.
- What services does VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital offer for eye problems?
- For eye problems requiring a detailed examination, VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital utilizes a device called a Tonopen. This is part of their advanced care services, which include specialized eye treatments. The clinic aims to provide comprehensive care for pets experiencing ocular issues.
- What types of animals does VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital treat?
- VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital provides veterinary care for both cats and dogs. The hospital offers a range of services tailored to these species, including advanced care options, wellness plans, and general medical attention.
- How can pet owners manage their pet's health care and appointments at VCA Hillcrest Animal Hospital?
- Pet owners can utilize the myVCA app to stay connected and manage their pet's health care. The app allows for access to live chat, prescription and food refills, tracking of vaccine status and health care needs, and quick appointment booking. Online appointment scheduling is also available.