Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Urgent Care
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Urgent Care is an emergency & critical care practice in Oakdale, MN.
About
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) in Oakdale is a 24/7 emergency and urgent care facility that also functions as an advanced specialty center. It offers a comprehensive range of veterinary specialty and referral services, including surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, imaging, neurology, avian & exotic medicine, dentistry & oral surgery, allergy & dermatology, and feline hyperthyroid treatment. The center employs board-certified specialists and criticalists, and features a dedicated anesthesia team with board-certified anesthesiologists.
AERC is a locally owned practice, established in 1980, serving the Twin Cities metro area for emergency care. Its specialty services extend to Minnesota, western Wisconsin, Iowa, and the Dakotas. The facility provides a collaborative, in-house approach, allowing seamless transitions from emergency treatment to specialty care within the same hospital, working closely with family veterinarians for continuity of care. Non-emergency specialty services are by appointment only.
Frequently asked questions
- What types of specialty services are available at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota in Oakdale?
- The Oakdale facility offers a full range of veterinary specialty and referral services. These include Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Imaging, Neurology, Avian & Exotic Medicine, Dentistry & Oral Surgery, Allergy & Dermatology, and Feline Hyperthyroid Treatment. These services are provided by a team of board-certified veterinarians.
- Does Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota provide specialized care for exotic pets?
- Yes, the center offers specialized care for exotic pets, including birds, reptiles, small mammals, and aquatic species. Their skilled veterinary team is trained in exotic medicine, providing services from routine checkups to advanced diagnostics and surgery. They also offer specific care for small mammals like rabbits, guinea pigs, and ferrets.
- What advanced monitoring and pain management techniques are used for anesthesia at AERC Oakdale?
- AERC utilizes advanced monitoring systems for anesthesia, including multiparameter monitoring, EKG, pulse oximeter, capnograph, temperature monitoring, and blood pressure monitoring. For pain management, they employ a multimodal approach combining different medications and techniques, such as local and regional nerve blocks with ultrasound guidance, to provide effective relief.
- How does Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota manage the transition between emergency and specialty care?
- At AERC, pets can transition directly from emergency treatment to specialty care within the same hospital when advanced care is required. This approach ensures continuity of care, with board-certified criticalists overseeing the emergency team and specialists available in-house. The facility also works closely with family veterinarians to ensure a seamless transition.
- What conditions are classified as "urgent care" at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota?
- Urgent care conditions are those that are not immediately life-threatening but still require timely veterinary attention, typically within a few days. Examples include persistent vomiting or diarrhea, sudden lameness, a rapidly worsening infection, refusal to eat or drink for over 24 hours, or straining to urinate or defecate.