University Animal Hospital
University Animal Hospital is a general practice practice in New York City, NY.
About
University Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic in New York City, offering urgent care, routine care, wellness exams, vaccines, spay/neuter, specialty procedures and surgeries, dental cleanings, and international health certificates. The clinic features specialty care with board-certified veterinary surgeons, Dr. Richard Greene and Dr. Karen Cherrone, both Diplomates of ACVS, and an ultrasonographer, Sandra Tapia. All patients are seen by experienced veterinarians.
Serving the Upper East Side since 1990, the hospital provides same-day urgent and emergency care, with daily availability for immediate needs. They also coordinate post-emergency care and facilitate access to board-certified specialists at institutions like the Animal Medical Center and BluePearl through established relationships.
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Frequently asked questions
- What veterinary surgical specialists are available at University Animal Hospital?
- University Animal Hospital offers specialty care from two board-certified veterinary surgeons: Dr. Richard Greene, a Diplomate of ACVS with over 40 years of experience, and Dr. Karen Cherrone, also a Diplomate of ACVS with 20 years of experience in soft tissue, orthopedics, and neurosurgery. The clinic also has an ultrasonographer, Sandra Tapia, as part of its specialty team.
- What does University Animal Hospital emphasize regarding pet dental care?
- University Animal Hospital provides advanced pet dental care, emphasizing preventative measures to avoid dental-related medical conditions. They note that dental disease can progress silently, leading to pain, tooth loss, periodontal disease, and systemic issues as bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream and damage internal organs. Oral examinations are a standard part of every physical examination to assess tartar, periodontal disease, and tooth positioning.
- How does University Animal Hospital handle urgent care and specialist referrals?
- University Animal Hospital offers same-day urgent and emergency care with dedicated daily availability to accommodate immediate needs. For specialist referrals, their veterinarians leverage established relationships with top New York specialists at institutions like the Animal Medical Center and BluePearl. This allows them to gain access to board-certified specialists for case discussions and facilitate prompt appointments for pets requiring advanced care.
- What is the experience level and background of the veterinary team at University Animal Hospital?
- University Animal Hospital ensures that pets are always seen by experienced veterinarians, never new graduates. The team includes Dr. Lawrence Zola, Medical Director since 1989 and a Cornell DVM, and Dr. Dennis Chan, who completed an internship at BluePearl and specialty training in Internal Medicine at UPenn. Dr. Callie Migden's interests include general surgery and internal medicine. The clinic also notes that the majority of their staff have been with the team for over 10 years.