Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester
Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester is an emergency & critical care practice in Manchester, NH.
About
The Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester provides 24/7, 365-day emergency and critical care services. The hospital is staffed around the clock with doctors, nurses, and support staff, and its emergency veterinarians and technicians are trained in emergency medicine, critical care, and emergency surgery. For rapid diagnosis, the center offers a full in-house lab, digital radiology, and access to abdominal ultrasounds performed by veterinary Internal Medicine specialists for in-hospital patients.
Originally established in 1991 by local veterinarians to address the need for after-hours and weekend emergency care, the practice became privately owned in 2005. As an emergency hospital, it operates without appointments, triaging patients based on the severity of their condition to ensure critical cases receive immediate attention. The center also offers urgent care for non-life-threatening issues that arise when a primary veterinarian is unavailable.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of services does the Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester provide?
- The center specializes in emergency and critical care, offering services such as emergency surgery and critical care. They also provide urgent care for less serious issues that may arise when a pet's primary veterinarian is unavailable, ensuring continuous support for pet owners.
- What diagnostic capabilities are available at the Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester?
- For rapid diagnosis during emergencies, the center has a full in-house laboratory to run diagnostics. They also utilize digital radiology and provide access to abdominal ultrasounds, which are performed by veterinary Internal Medicine specialists for pets admitted to the hospital.
- Does the Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester operate on an appointment basis?
- As an emergency hospital, the Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester does not schedule appointments. Patients are seen based on their arrival and triage status, meaning that the most critical cases are prioritized and attended to first, even though calling ahead is helpful.
- Does the center treat exotic animals?
- While the Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester does not consider itself experts in exotic animals, some doctors are available to see pocket pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters. They recommend calling ahead for exotic pet emergencies to confirm availability and guidance.
- What payment options are available for emergency services?
- The Veterinary Emergency Center of Manchester does not offer personal payment plans. However, they do accept third-party payment options like Care Credit and Scratch Pay, which are available to help clients manage costs during an emergency situation.