Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC)
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) is an emergency & critical care practice in Oakdale, MN.
About
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) in Oakdale provides a full range of veterinary specialty and referral services, alongside 24/7 emergency and urgent care. The facility houses board-certified specialists in various fields, including surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, neurology, and anesthesia. AERC also offers specialized avian and exotic medicine, dentistry, and dermatology.
As a locally owned practice, AERC serves the Twin Cities metro area for emergency care, with specialty services extending to Minnesota, western Wisconsin, Iowa, and the Dakotas. The center facilitates seamless transitions for pets from emergency treatment to specialty care within the same hospital, working closely with family veterinarians for referred cases.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of specialty veterinary services are available at the Oakdale facility?
- The Oakdale facility offers a range of specialty services including surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, imaging, neurology, avian and exotic medicine, dentistry and oral surgery, allergy and dermatology, and feline hyperthyroid treatment. These services are provided by a team of board-certified veterinarians.
- What advanced diagnostic capabilities are offered for exotic pets at AERC?
- For exotic pets, AERC provides advanced diagnostic testing including expert blood panel interpretation, ultrasound (thoracic, abdominal, joint, soft tissue), computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), fluoroscopy, biopsy and histopathology, and cerebrospinal fluid analysis. Infectious disease testing is also available.
- How does Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota manage anesthesia and pain for patients?
- AERC employs a dedicated anesthesia team, including board-certified anesthesiologists, to create individualized anesthetic plans. They use advanced monitoring equipment such as multiparameter systems, EKG, pulse oximeters, and mechanical ventilators. Pain management utilizes a multimodal approach, including local and regional nerve blocks with ultrasound guidance.
- What is the process for referring a pet for non-emergency specialty services?
- Non-emergency specialty services at AERC are available by appointment only. Referring veterinarians can use an online form to make a referral or call the Oakdale location. For urgent or emergency cases, referring veterinarians are advised to call the clinic directly rather than using online forms.
- What types of conditions are considered emergencies that require immediate veterinary care at AERC?
- Conditions requiring immediate emergency care include difficulty breathing, collapse, seizures lasting over five minutes, severe trauma, profuse bleeding, ingestion of toxins, signs of bloat, sudden paralysis, eye injuries with bleeding, and labor complications. It is recommended to call ahead if possible or come in directly.