Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center
Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center is an emergency & critical care practice in Westford, MA. Procedures include Urgent Care, Thoracic surgery, Physical Rehabilitation, and Ophthalmology.
About
Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center provides 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary care for dogs and cats. The center features board-certified specialists in surgery, internal medicine, neurology, and ophthalmology. Its facilities include advanced diagnostic capabilities such as MRI, CT, endoscopy, ultrasound, and echocardiograms, along with multiple surgical suites and an intensive care unit. The hospital also offers physical rehabilitation, oxygen cages, and laser therapy.
This center serves as a referral hospital, collaborating with primary veterinarians for advanced surgical, medical, or emergency needs, and provides care when primary vets are unavailable. It supports pets and their families throughout Westford and surrounding communities, including southern New Hampshire. The hospital facilitates communication with referring veterinarians by sharing records and coordinating treatment plans.
Surgical team
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Dr. Rachel Duffany
DVM
Procedures
- Urgent Care
- Thoracic surgery
- Physical Rehabilitation
- Ophthalmology
- Cardiology
- Fracture stabilization
- Abdominal procedures
- Separate Isolation Ward for Contagious Diseases
- Emergency Services
- 24-Hour Vet Emergency Care
- Anesthesiology & Pain Management
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Emergency Surgery
- Critical Care/24-Hour Hospitalization
- Cranial cruciate repairs (TPLO, TTA)
- Neurology
- Foreign body removal
- Advanced Surgery by Referral
- Soft tissue surgeries
- Interventional Medicine with Fluoroscopy
Equipment
- CT
- 2 Ultrasound Suites
- digital radiology
- 5 Surgical Suites
- underwater treadmill
- MRI
- ultrasound
- CT-Rhino Diagnostic Procedure Room
- Olympus Digital Endoscopy System
- laser therapy
- oxygen cages
- Idexx Clinical Pathology Analyzers
- endoscopy
- 2 In-House Diagnostic Laboratories
- 3 Idexx DR Radiology Suites
- multiple surgical suites
- echocardiograms
- Esoate Point-of-Care Ultrasound
- intensive care unit
Photos
Photos via Google · Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center, Bill Meier
Frequently asked questions
- What specialized veterinary services are available at Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center?
- The center offers a range of specialized services including emergency and urgent care, internal medicine, surgery, neurology, ophthalmology, anesthesiology & pain management, and physical rehabilitation. These services are designed to address complex health needs and support optimal patient outcomes.
- What advanced diagnostic imaging equipment does Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center utilize?
- The center is equipped with advanced diagnostic imaging tools such as MRI, CT imaging, digital radiology, ultrasound, endoscopy, and fluoroscopy. These technologies enable the veterinary team to quickly assess a pet's condition and develop effective treatment plans.
- When should a pet owner seek urgent care versus emergency care at Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center?
- Urgent care is for non-life-threatening conditions requiring prompt attention, such as sudden limping, vomiting without blood, or ear infections. Emergency care is for life-threatening conditions like difficulty breathing, excessive bleeding, seizures, or suspected poisoning, and is available 24/7 without an appointment.
- Does Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center offer advanced surgical procedures?
- Yes, the center provides a comprehensive range of advanced surgical procedures. These include orthopedic surgeries like cranial cruciate repairs (TPLO, TTA) and fracture stabilization, as well as soft tissue surgeries such as thoracic surgery, abdominal procedures, and foreign body removal.
- How does Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center collaborate with a pet's primary veterinarian?
- The center functions as a referral hospital, providing specialized care when a primary veterinarian is unavailable or when advanced treatment is needed. They notify the primary veterinarian about the visit, share medical records, and collaborate to develop a coordinated treatment plan for the pet.