Hershey Animal Emergency Center
Hershey Animal Emergency Center is an emergency & critical care practice in Philadelphia, PA.
About
Hershey Animal Emergency Center provides 24/7 emergency veterinary care, specializing in advanced emergency medicine and critical care. The facility is equipped with in-house diagnostics, including digital X-rays, ultrasound, and endoscopy, and offers emergency surgery, critical care, and laser therapy. A notable feature is their use of Snyder ICU Oxygen Cages, which provide precise control over oxygen levels, temperature, and humidity for critical patients. The center also offers ventilator support and maintains an in-house blood bank.
This women-owned hospital serves the Hershey community and Pennsylvania travelers, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. No appointment is ever needed for their emergency services. The team includes Fear Free Certified professionals dedicated to creating a low-stress environment for pets and their owners.
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Photos via Google · Hershey Animal Emergency Center, J Dalton, Marcia Lampman, SUSAN MCCUTCHEON, Terry Tompkins
Frequently asked questions
- What specialized equipment is available in the critical care unit at Hershey Animal Emergency Center?
- The critical care unit at Hershey Animal Emergency Center is equipped with Snyder ICU Oxygen Cages, which provide state-of-the-art oxygen therapy. These units allow for precise control of oxygen levels, temperature, and humidity, and feature large clear doors, portholes for treatments, and full cage nebulization. The center also offers ventilator support and maintains an in-house blood bank.
- What types of emergency surgeries does Hershey Animal Emergency Center perform?
- Hershey Animal Emergency Center performs emergency surgeries for conditions such as GDV (bloat), foreign body removal, and internal injuries. Their veterinarians are experienced in these procedures, and they also offer more specialized surgeries like gastropexy.
- What advanced diagnostic capabilities are available at Hershey Animal Emergency Center?
- Hershey Animal Emergency Center offers advanced in-house diagnostics to quickly pinpoint problems. These capabilities include an in-house laboratory for immediate results, digital X-rays, ultrasound for evaluating internal organs, and endoscopy for removing foreign objects or collecting biopsies.
- How does Hershey Animal Emergency Center address pet comfort and stress during emergencies?
- Hershey Animal Emergency Center employs Fear Free Certified professionals and Patient Care Advocates to create a soothing, low-stress environment. They utilize low-stress techniques, gentle handling, and laser therapy, along with medications, to ease pain and anxiety. Real-time text updates are also provided to pet owners.
- Who are the owner veterinarians at Hershey Animal Emergency Center?
- The owner veterinarians at Hershey Animal Emergency Center are Dr. Meghan Myers, Dr. Rebecca Lupole, and Dr. Samantha Slenbaker. The clinic is also highlighted as a women-owned animal hospital.