East End Veterinary Center offers a wide variety of emergency and specialty services that provide support to your pet when he or she needs it most.
Heart disease affects pets much in the same way it does humans. Due to increasing scientific advancements in the field, many similar treatment options are also available. Early detection of heart disease is key, so regular visits to your family veterinarian are essential to ensuring that your pet stays heart-healthy. Should your veterinarian detect an irregularity in your pet’s heart and recommend that he or she visit a specialist, our board-certified cardiologist is available to provide treatment and determine a plan that best suits your pet’s needs.
Our Department of Cardiology offers the following services:
East End Veterinary Center is the only facility in Suffolk County that offers Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), an innovative medical treatment that aids in recovery by reducing swelling, controlling inflammation and stimulating new blood vessel formation in healing tissues.
To perform this therapy, your pet is placed in a large, specialized chamber with a pressurized flow of pure oxygen, allowing more oxygen into the bloodstream to speed up the healing process. Inside the chamber, pets lie on a soft blanket and rest or sleep while the oxygen goes to work on wounds, swelling, burns, and other injuries or illnesses. Your pet will be comfortable and relaxed during these extremely beneficial treatments with the total treatment time ranging from 1 to 2 hours, usually repeated twice daily. When your pet begins to use the affected limb or otherwise regains strength and function, the treatments are discontinued and your pet will be feeling more like him or herself!
Our veterinarian-administered HBOT treatment can be used to treat:
Much like human medicine, veterinary oncology has made remarkable advancements in cancer treatment options and research. While a diagnosis of cancer can be difficult, it is comforting to know newer treatment options bring fresh hope to patients and their families. East End Veterinary Center stays abreast of the latest advancements through our unique partnership with the Veterinary Cancer Center (The VCC) in Norwalk, CT, allowing our patients to benefit from a better chance of achieving remission and an improved quality of life. From effective diagnostic techniques to cutting edge treatment options like radiation therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, surgery, and more, we are always here to support you and your pet every step of the way. We are also extremely dedicated to educating you and your family of the various available options and providing the information you need to make an informed decision regarding your pet’s care.
Our highly trained oncology team, led by a board-certified veterinary oncologist, is well known and respected in the field. With years of experience and many heartwarming success stories, we are here to provide the compassionate care and support that you and your pet deserve.
Our Department of Oncology offers many services, including:
While an active life is a healthy one for pets, sometimes accidents happen. We cannot always keep the closest eye on our pets as we would like and they don’t always know when an activity is too much for their body to handle. This is why our experienced surgeons are available to address many orthopedic conditions that can arise in your pet. We know how important it is for your pet to be able to run and play, so our goal is always to bring him or her to a place where an active life can be resumed. After your pet has undergone surgery at our hospital, he or she can seamlessly transition to our physical rehabilitation team, who can get your pet back on his or her feet and enjoying a normal life.
Our Department of Orthopedic Surgery offers the following services:
East End Veterinary Center utilizes the latest digital X-ray technology on-site for your pet’s diagnostic needs. Our experienced team expertly positions your pet to capture clear and effective X-ray imagery for interpretation and diagnosis. We are proud to partner with a state-of-the-art veterinary telemedicine consulting service staffed by a team of board-certified veterinary radiologists to interpret all X-rays taken at our hospital. This is like having a full-service radiology and diagnostic team right at the tips of your pet’s paws. Leaning on our supportive relationship with these experts, we are able to quickly and effectively receive and discuss the results of a scan, and begin to develop a specialized treatment plan for your pet.
We also offer a full service, state-of-the-art, 24/7 on-site diagnostics laboratory, where we can perform complete blood count (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), and urinalysis tests in minutes. We are also able to quickly evaluate electrolyte, acid-base balance, blood gas and coagulation cascade values in your pet's blood. In an emergency when seconds count, we're able to perform and interpret these crucial tests at any moment to make an accurate diagnosis for your pet.
Chateau Des Paws is East End Veterinary Center’s premier pet boarding and daycare facility, located conveniently within our hospital. Chateau Des Paws offers boarding, roomy bedroom suites, custom-made bedding, and plenty of space for playtime and fun! It's the perfect home away from home for your pet. Due to its location, your pet will be in close proximity to experienced veterinarians and nursing staff should any unexpected medical needs arise. Our pet boarding staff is also trained in safe handling techniques and medical awareness; they know when to alert medical staff of a potential emergency.
Going on vacation and your furry friend cannot come along? Be sure to send your pet on a vacation of his or her own at Chateau Des Paws. Schedule a tour today or contact us at (631) 591-0412 or chateau@pet-ER.com to learn more.
If your pet has any medical conditions that may require extra care while you're away, we offer medical boarding at East End Veterinary Center. Click here to visit our medical boarding service page and learn more. Download List of Services
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicinal technique used to stimulate the immune system and local nerves, relax muscles, adjust blood and lymph flow, and release endorphins. Many diseases and injuries can benefit from acupuncture including orthopedic diseases (osteoarthritis), neurological conditions (seizures, intervertebral disc problems), gastrointestinal diseases (inflammatory bowel disease, diarrhea, vomiting and constipation), and respiratory problems (asthma and bronchitis). Patients undergoing chemotherapy can also be treated with acupuncture to support the immune system and decrease adverse side effects. At East End Veterinary Center, we have veterinarians experienced and trained in acupuncture for pets, extending this centuries-old, proven holistic medicinal technique to the animal community.
Our blood donor program was established to offer hospitalized pets access to life-saving whole blood products without having to wait for a delivery from the blood bank. Timely treatment can often mean the difference between life and death when pets are faced with a critical injury or illness that requires a whole blood transfusion. We also offer free baseline preliminary blood work to all potential donors. Consider signing up your eligible pet today and you very well may safe the life of someone else's furry family member tomorrow!
Our program includes both canine and feline blood donors. At this time, we do not use blood obtained from our donors for patients outside of our hospital.
If you are interested in having your pet join our Blood Donor Program, please fill out our eligibility questionnaire. You can e-mail the completed questionnaire to blood.donor@pet-er.com or fax it to us at 631-369-4564. If you have any questions about participation in our donor program, please contact Nikki Maccagli, LVT, by phone at 631-369-4513 or by email at blood.donor@pet-er.com about getting the process started.
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Just as people need physical therapy for various orthopedic and neurological conditions, so do our canine and feline companions. By providing a comfortable and caring atmosphere geared towards helping animals find balance and good health, we strive to increase the recovery speed and mobility potential after surgery, injury, and disease, giving your pet a new lease on life. We utilize proven exercises, stretches and massage geared toward improving mobility, flexibility and minimizing pain for your pet.
All rehabilitation sessions are conducted by a certified canine rehabilitation practitioner with treatments tailored to meet each pet’s individual needs. We can also create an easy-to-follow and effective home care plan for your pet, keeping in mind your own schedule, abilities, and comfort level.
Physical rehabilitation is not only for post-operative recovery, as it can be also used to stimulate weight loss. Unfortunately, obesity in pets is an extremely common issue and it does not come without its own set of health concerns. Not only does an overweight pet put extra pressure on bones and joints that could result in painful movement, but obesity also adds an unnecessary burden on the heart, which could cause issues down the line. If you are struggling to regulate your cat or dog’s weight, be sure to give us a call and see how physical rehabilitation can help.
Other conditions that benefit from physical rehabilitation include:
Our Department of Physical Rehabilitation offers the following services:
East End Veterinary Center is a fully-staffed, 24-hour emergency and critical care facility for dogs and cats. Equipped with experienced emergency staff and state-of-the-art technology, we are prepared to assist your pet at a moment’s notice. At East End Veterinary Center, an emergency veterinarian is on staff 24 hours a day, 365 days a year--your pet is never alone. While an appointment is not necessary for emergency treatment, a call ahead of time is appreciated so that we can prepare for your arrival and ensure that your pet is seen promptly. We also work in close coordination with your family veterinarian to ensure that your pet receives the collaborative support he or she needs.
If your pet is injured or suddenly develops concerning symptoms, this constitutes a veterinary emergency. Many pets do a good job of hiding pain or discomfort and oftentimes, injuries or sickness can go unnoticed for too long. It is important to act quickly if you feel your pet is not quite acting him or herself, with some common symptoms including: lethargy, reduced appetite, hiding, avoiding putting weight on a limb or side, difficulty breathing, difficulty urinating, weakness, whining, or shaking. If you suspect your pet is suffering from a medical emergency or is demonstrating unusual behavior, please call us immediately at 631-369-4513 or stop in; an experienced staff member will be able to determine whether or not your pet requires treatment.
The following is a list of common pet emergencies:
The surgeons at East End Veterinary Center are experienced in a wide variety of soft tissue surgical procedures. With state-of-art equipment and an up-to-date knowledge of recent advancements in veterinary medicine, our soft tissue surgeons are here to provide your pet with the very best of care. From pre-surgical care and anesthesia protocol all the way through to the post-operative stage, our experienced staff are by your pet’s side every step of the way. You can rest easy knowing your pet is in the caring and highly trained surgical hands at EEVC. After your pet has undergone surgery at our hospital, he or she can seamlessly transition to our physical rehabilitation team, who can get your pet back on his or her feet and enjoying a normal life.
Our Department of Soft Tissue Surgery offers the following services:
Our team of surgeons are experienced in many neurosurgical procedures, including Hemilaminectomies, Dorsal Laminectomies, Lumbosacral Decompressions, Facetectomies, and Myelegraphies, to name a few. Many nervous system-related issues display symptoms that you wouldn't necessarily expect, which can potentially mask or mislead from the true cause. If your pet is exhibiting abnormal or odd behavior, whether as a result of an injury or for unknown reasons, don't wait--be sure to visit your family veterinarian as soon as possible to rule out a neurological issue.
If, in fact, your pet is suffering from a common neurological condition that requires surgery, the expert surgeons and technical staff at East End Veterinary Center can step in and help. Advancements are always developing in veterinary neurology and there are many similar treatment options to what is offered in human medicine. After your pet has undergone surgery at our hospital, he or she can seamlessly transition to our physical rehabilitation team, who can get your pet back on his or her feet and enjoying a normal life.
Canine Platelet Enhancement Therapy (C-PET) is an alternative, non-surgical technique that enhances healing by stimulating stem cells to promote regrowth. A licensed veterinarian will take a blood sample from your pet and run it through a specialized filter, capturing the blood’s valuable platelets (platelets are what allows injuries to clot or "scab"), at a high concentration. Growth factors located on the platelets are pre-cursors to stem cells and when injected into a troublesome joint, have numerous regrowth abilities, working themselves into the joints to improve arthritis, joint degeneration, joint pain, lameness, tissue damage, and more. This therapy is minimally invasive and extremely low-stress for your dog; in most cases, your pet will return home to you the same day with little to no side effects! This therapy is perfect for those looking to try non-surgical alternative medical options for their pet.
At East End Veterinary Center, we strive to provide a multitude of treatments options in order to create a plan that works for you and your pet. While surgery is often necessary to correct an issue, we fully believe in the benefits of alternative medicine and offer them to either replace or complement a more invasive procedure. Our integrative therapies can promote healing, lessen uncomfortable side effects, and leave your pet feeling back to normal, faster! Take a look at the alternative services we offer below and give us a call to schedule an appointment or to learn more.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicinal technique used to stimulate the immune system and local nerves, relax muscles, adjust blood and lymph flow, and release endorphins.
Canine Physical Rehabilitation
Just as people need physical therapy for various orthopedic and neurological conditions, so do our canine and feline companions. We offer weight management, therapeutic exercise, therapeutic massage, athletic conditioning, hydrotherapy, and more.
Canine Platelet Enhancement Therapy
Canine Platelet Enhancement Therapy (C-PET) is an alternative technique used to enhance healing by stimulating stem cells with platelets already present in your pet’s blood to promote regrowth.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
East End Veterinary Center is the only facility in Suffolk County that offers Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), an innovative medical treatment that aids in recovery by reducing swelling, controlling inflammation and stimulating new blood vessel formation in healing tissues.
Dermatology
Many know that skin is our body's largest organ and it's not surprising that the same is true for our animal companions. For this reason and many more, incidental or chronic skin issues can be very uncomfortable for your pet, which is why it is so important that they be addressed sooner rather than later. These conditions can also be frustrating for you as a pet parent, especially when traditional treatments aren't working and your pet isn't acting quite like him or herself. Oftentimes, an appointment with a veterinary dermatologist is needed for advanced management and care. If your family veterinarian recommends that your pet seek a specialist for advanced skin care, you can trust the board-certified dermatologist and technical staff at East End Veterinary Center. We work closely with your family veterinarian to diagnose and manage food, seasonal, and general allergies, fungal infections, bacterial infections, chronic ear infections, perform skin biopsies and diagnostic testing, and much more. Our dermatologist has the expertise needed to treat even the most stubborn skin concerns. We offer a wide variety of treatment options and are able to work with you to come up with a solution that makes sense for your family. We, along with your family veterinarian, are here as your support system—always ready to tackle the issue together with a treatment plan that works best for you and your pet. Give us a call today to learn more or to schedule an appointment.
