Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County
Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County is a general practice practice in San Marcos, CA, staffed by 8 DACVIM-credentialed specialists. Procedures include Laparoscopy, Transfusion Medicine, Endoscopy, and Thoracoscopy.
About
Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County provides expert emergency and specialty care for pets, operating as a 24-hour emergency and specialty animal hospital since 1990. This AAHA Accredited Referral Hospital offers services across numerous specialties including cardiology, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, emergency & critical care, interventional radiology, surgery, oncology, surgical oncology, ophthalmology, neurology, and internal medicine. The hospital is equipped with advanced technology such as MRI, CT scan, fluoroscopy, digital radiography, and a USP800 compliant cancer treatment center.
The hospital is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, serving San Marcos, Escondido, Carlsbad, and the greater San Diego area. Patients are typically referred by their family veterinarian, who sends a referral form detailing the pet's problem and identifying the appropriate specialty department. The facility emphasizes high-quality specialty care and customer service for pet owners.
Surgical team
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Kayla Banks
DVM, MS
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Ann Bettencourt
DVM
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Fiona Chau
DVM
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Marisa Ciccozzi
DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)
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Meghan Collins
DVM
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Carrie Deaton
DVM
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Kay Drake
DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
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Rose Feldman
VMD
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Elizabeth Gagnepain
DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)
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John Gagnepain
DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)
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Shannon Graham
DVM
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Annalisa Judy
DVM
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Allison Leuin
DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
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Kevin Mallery
DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
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Mairin Miller
DVM, DACVIM (Medical Oncology)
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Melodie Messer
DVM
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Katherine Neal
DVM, MS
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Denise Pham
DVM
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Lauren Pepper
DVM
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Anne-Claire Saint Georges
DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
Procedures
- Laparoscopy
- Transfusion Medicine
- Endoscopy
- Thoracoscopy
- Pain Management
- Integrative Medicine
- Electro-located nerve blocks
- Arthroscopy
- Echocardiogram
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Cystoscopy
- Epidurals
- Spinal Tap
- Anesthesia
- Loco-regional anesthesia techniques
- Oxygen Therapy
- Nerve blocks
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Rhinoscopy
- Veterinary Oncological Surgery
- Video Scoping
Equipment
- MRI
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- Digital Radiography
- Intensive care unit
- USP800 compliant cancer treatment center
- Fluoroscopy
- Surgical suites
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Frequently asked questions
- What veterinary specialties are available at Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County?
- Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County provides referral services in cardiology, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, emergency & critical care, interventional radiology, surgery, oncology, surgical oncology, ophthalmology, neurology, and internal medicine. Board-certified specialists deliver these services.
- What advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment does VSH North County utilize?
- VSH North County is equipped with advanced technology including MRI, CT scan, fluoroscopy, digital radiography, and ultrasound for abdomen, cardiac, thoracic, and musculoskeletal imaging. They also have a USP800 compliant cancer treatment center, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, and ultra-modern surgical suites.
- How are patients referred to Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County?
- Patients are typically referred to Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County by their family veterinarian. The primary veterinarian will send a referral form that describes the pet’s problem and identifies the appropriate specialty department for their care.
- What is the approach to anesthesia and pain management at Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County?
- The hospital offers individualized anesthesia planning for every patient, considering temperament, age, breed, health, and procedure. They incorporate loco-regional anesthesia techniques like nerve blocks and epidurals into pain management plans. Anesthesia is overseen by an experienced team, including a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia & Analgesia, with continuous monitoring using state-of-the-art equipment.
- Is Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County an accredited facility?
- Yes, Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County is an AAHA Accredited Referral Hospital. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) evaluates practices on stringent quality standards encompassing pain management, patient care, team training, and medical record keeping.