Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care
Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care is a general practice in Charlotte, NC. Procedures include Comprehensive pet dentistry, Wellness blood work panel, Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO), and Spay and neuter.
About
Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care is an AAHA-accredited general practice in Charlotte, North Carolina, providing comprehensive veterinary services for pets throughout their lives. The hospital offers a wide range of care, including wellness and preventive exams, puppy and kitten care, internal medicine, and comprehensive dentistry. Their surgical capabilities range from routine spay and neuter procedures to soft tissue, orthopedic, and mass removal surgeries. Additionally, the clinic provides boarding, day camp, and spa services for dogs, cats, and exotic pets.
The hospital operates as a full-service facility with an urgent care department to manage pets needing immediate medical attention. They utilize a dedicated surgical recovery suite and an intensive care unit monitored by veterinary staff. For after-hours emergencies, the clinic directs clients to local referral and emergency centers. The practice emphasizes a personalized approach to care, utilizing pre-surgical consultations, blood work, and dedicated nursing staff to monitor patients during anesthesia and recovery.
Procedures
- Comprehensive pet dentistry
- Wellness blood work panel
- Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)
- Spay and neuter
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Frequently asked questions
- What wellness services are included in a yearly exam at Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care?
- During a yearly wellness exam, the veterinary team performs a comprehensive physical examination, including checks of the heart, lungs, skin, temperature, and weight. The visit also incorporates a dental exam, intestinal parasite screening, wellness blood work, and heartworm testing. Veterinarians provide necessary vaccination updates and discuss nutrition and behavior to ensure the long-term health of the pet.
- Does the clinic perform dental cleanings under anesthesia?
- Yes, the clinic provides comprehensive pet dentistry, which includes professional teeth cleanings performed under anesthesia. During the procedure, the pet is connected to monitoring equipment to track heart rate, lung function, oxygen saturation, temperature, and blood pressure. A dedicated anesthesia nurse is assigned to monitor the patient throughout the entire process, including the recovery period.
- What surgical procedures are offered at this hospital?
- The hospital offers a variety of surgical procedures, including routine spays and neuters, cyst and tumor removals, wound repair, amputations, and foreign body removals. They also perform specialized surgeries such as TPLO, gastropexy, cystotomy, and various oral surgeries. Each surgical patient receives a pre-surgical physical exam and blood work to minimize anesthetic risks, and they are monitored by a dedicated surgical nurse.
- What are the options for end-of-life care and aftercare?
- The clinic provides compassionate euthanasia services for pets when quality of life has declined. Owners may choose to be present during the procedure or not, depending on their preference. For aftercare, the hospital offers three options: taking the pet home for private burial, arranging for a private cremation with the return of ashes, or communal cremation handled by the clinic.