North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic
North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic is an emergency & critical care practice in San Mateo, CA. Procedures include Cat Lab Work, veterinary orthopedic surgery, blood work, and Post-Trauma Care.
About
North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic (NPVEC) is a fully-equipped, 24/7/365 emergency and urgent care animal hospital specializing in veterinary emergencies and critical care for dogs and cats. The clinic provides state-of-the-art medical care, including post-trauma procedures, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, diagnostic imaging, endoscopy, and overnight monitoring.
Established in 1973, NPVEC serves the San Mateo, San Francisco, and Peninsula communities. The clinic is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays, for pet owners when their primary care veterinarian is unavailable. They also offer specialized services to referring veterinarians in San Mateo County.
Surgical team
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Dr. Sophia Papageorgiou
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Dr. Kelly Hovde
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Dr. Hana Link
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Dr. Tino Luehman
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Dr. Sue MacInnes
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Dr. Joel Wolf
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Gabriela Lima
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Lisa Esparza
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Nina Spaccarelli
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Dr. Amy Allen
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Dr. Dean Filipowicz
Procedures
- Cat Lab Work
- veterinary orthopedic surgery
- blood work
- Post-Trauma Care
- Platelet counts
- Laboratory
- Anesthesia and Sedation
- Diabetes Testing
- Emergency
- Cat Diagnostic Imaging
- Cardiology
- Urgent Care
- Overnight Monitoring
- Cat Surgery
- urine samples
- Emergency eye care
- Senior Care
- Red blood cell counts and values
- Soft Tissue & Orthopedic Surgery
- Cat Blood Testing
- Pain Management
- Endoscopy
- White blood cell counts and values
- Diagnostic Imaging & Testing
- Medications
- Deworming
- Dog Diagnostic Imaging
- Dog Lab Work
- Dog Surgery
Equipment
- radiographs
- computed tomography (CT) Scan
- analyzer
- Ultrasound
- X-Ray
- magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Photos
Photos via Google · Mira Bai Winsby, Noel Koeman, Shannon McGrath, Critters and Crafts
Frequently asked questions
- What types of diagnostic imaging are available for cats at North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic?
- North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic offers various diagnostic imaging tools for cats, including radiographs (x-ray), ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and computed tomography (CT) scans. These tools help veterinarians diagnose conditions such as broken bones, cancerous tumors, gastrointestinal problems, and pulmonary abnormalities.
- What types of laboratory tests are performed for cats at North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic?
- The clinic performs basic laboratory work for cats, primarily consisting of blood work and urine samples. These tests check organ function, thyroid levels, protein values, blood glucose levels, electrolytes, blood cell counts, platelet counts, urine concentration, and urinary tract infections.
- What specialized surgical services does North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic offer?
- North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic offers soft tissue and orthopedic surgery for dogs and cats. Their team of expert veterinarians can perform various post-trauma procedures to aid in the recovery of pets following traumatic wounds or injuries.
- Does North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic provide care for cats at all life stages?
- Yes, North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic specializes in cat health services for cats of all ages, breeds, and circumstances, including emergency care, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, emergency eye care, laboratory services, pain management, senior care, cardiology, surgery, and deworming.
- What specific emergency services are provided by North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic?
- North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic specializes in comprehensive emergency care for dogs and cats. Services include diagnostic imaging and testing, endoscopy, overnight monitoring, post-trauma care, and soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. The clinic is fully equipped to address any veterinary emergency.