Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Urgent Care
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Urgent Care is an emergency & critical care practice in Oakdale, MN. Procedures include Dental care, Biopsy & histopathology, Neurology, and Feline Hyperthyroid Treatment.
About
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) in Oakdale provides 24/7 emergency and urgent care services. The Oakdale facility also functions as an advanced specialty center, offering a range of specialized veterinary services including surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, and oncology. This allows for seamless transition from emergency treatment to specialty care within the same hospital, overseen by board-certified criticalists.
AERC is a locally owned emergency and specialty veterinary practice serving the Twin Cities metro area with emergency care, and its specialty services extend to Minnesota, western Wisconsin, Iowa, and the Dakotas. They collaborate closely with family veterinarians to ensure a smooth transition of care for pets.
Procedures
- Dental care
- Biopsy & histopathology
- Neurology
- Feline Hyperthyroid Treatment
- Allergy & Dermatology
- Nutritional counseling
- Pain Management
- Imaging
- Outpatient management and care
- Expert blood panel interpretation
- Soft tissue surgery
- Tooth trimming
- Husbandry evaluations
- Dentistry & Oral Surgery
- Avian & Exotic Medicine
- Urinary care
- Surgery
- Spay/neuter
- Internal Medicine
- Infectious disease testing
- Weight management
- Oncology
- Behavioral consultation
- Wellness exams
- Hospitalization for 24-hour intensive care
- Anesthesia
- Cardiology
- Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
Equipment
- Pulse oximeter
- Fluoroscopy
- Capnograph
- Mechanical ventilators
- Ultrasound (thoracic, abdominal, joint, soft tissue)
- Computed tomography (CT)
- Multiparameter monitoring systems
- Endotracheal tubes
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Blood pressure monitoring and management
- Temperature monitoring
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of specialty services are available at the Oakdale location?
- The Oakdale facility offers a range of advanced specialty services including surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, imaging, and neurology. Other specialized care, such as avian & exotic medicine, dentistry & oral surgery, allergy & dermatology, and feline hyperthyroid treatment, are also available.
- What is the difference between emergency and urgent care at AERC?
- Emergency care is for life-threatening conditions requiring immediate medical attention, such as trauma, collapse, or difficulty breathing. Urgent care is for conditions that are not immediately life-threatening but still require timely veterinary attention, usually within a few days, such as persistent vomiting or sudden lameness.
- Does AERC provide care for exotic pets?
- Yes, AERC provides preventive and advanced medical care for a wide range of small mammals including rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, chinchillas, rats, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and hedgehogs. They also offer care for birds, reptiles, and aquatic species.
- How does AERC manage pain for pets undergoing procedures?
- AERC uses a multimodal approach to pain control, combining different medications and techniques for effective relief. This includes local and regional nerve blocks with ultrasound and nerve stimulator guidance, multiple classes of pain medications, and a specific pain management plan tailored to each patient.
- What kind of monitoring is used during anesthesia?
- During anesthesia, AERC utilizes advanced monitoring and support equipment such as multiparameter monitoring systems, electrocardiogram (EKG), pulse oximeter, capnograph, temperature monitoring, and blood pressure monitoring. They also use endotracheal tubes and mechanical ventilators when needed, with a dedicated anesthetist for each patient.