Upstate Veterinary Specialties
Upstate Veterinary Specialties is a general practice practice in Latham, NY, staffed by 6 DACVIM-credentialed specialists. Procedures include Oncology, Critical Care, 24-hour Emergency Care, and life-saving interventions.
About
Upstate Veterinary Specialties is a multi-specialty veterinary referral practice and state-of-the-art hospital located in Latham, NY. It provides 24/7 emergency and critical care, along with board-certified specialty services including Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Cardiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Radiology, Rehabilitation, Surgery, and Urgent Care. The hospital utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and advanced treatment modalities.
The practice serves pet owners and veterinarians in the Capital District and beyond, acting as an extension of primary care veterinarians. They provide comprehensive care for small animal companions, specifically cats and dogs, but do not treat wildlife or exotic animals. The hospital communicates regularly with referring veterinarians through updates and written reports.
Surgical team
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Sara Arnold
DVM, DACVIM
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Danielle Berube
DVM, DACVECC, RECOVER Certified Instructor
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Todd M. Bishop
DVM, DACVIM
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Alexander Briggs
DVM
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Cheyenne Cannarozzo
DVM, DACVAA
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Ashleigh Cappello (Cournoyer)
DVM, DACVIM
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Celeste Champagne
DVM
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Antoinette Chase
DVM, Emergency Medicine Mentorship Program
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Samantha Duxbury
DVM, DACVIM
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Eric Fish
DVM, PhD, DACVP
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Madeline Frazier
DVM, DACVECC, RECOVER Certified Instructor
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Rachel Hannum
DVM
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Agnieszka Kent
DVM, MS, DACVIM
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Kimberley Kirchner
DVM, FFCP
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Lisa Knapp
DVM
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Laura Krzykowski
DVM, DACVIM
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Amanda Little
DVM
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Tess McAneny
DVM
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Kimberly McGovern
DVM, RECOVER Certified Rescuer
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Rachel O’Brien
DVM
Procedures
- Oncology
- Critical Care
- 24-hour Emergency Care
- life-saving interventions
- Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
- Radiology
- Neurology
- board-certified specialty care
- analgesic (pain-relieving) procedures
- Rehabilitation
- Internal Medicine
- Emergency Veterinary Care
- General anesthesia
- Specialty Services
- Dermatology
- Cardiology
- Urgent Care
- Surgery
- procedural sedation
- 24/7 emergency and critical care
- intensive care unit procedures
Photos
Photos via Google · Upstate Veterinary Specialties, Tom Vaillancourt, Marianne Harrington, Garrick
Frequently asked questions
- What specialty services does Upstate Veterinary Specialties offer?
- Upstate Veterinary Specialties offers a range of specialty services including Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Cardiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Emergency Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Radiology, Rehabilitation, Surgery, and Urgent Care. These services are provided by board-certified specialists and a full complement of emergency doctors.
- What kind of emergency care is available at Upstate Veterinary Specialties?
- Upstate Veterinary Specialties provides 24/7 emergency and critical care. Their emergency department is staffed with three full-time board-certified criticalists, emergency doctors, and advanced support staff. They are available for emergency walk-ins, referrals, and transfers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- What types of animals does Upstate Veterinary Specialties treat?
- Upstate Veterinary Specialties provides veterinary care for small animal companions, specifically cats and dogs. The hospital does not offer veterinary care for wildlife or exotic animals, focusing its services on domestic pets.
- How does Upstate Veterinary Specialties collaborate with referring veterinarians?
- As a full-service specialty referral practice and emergency hospital, Upstate Veterinary Specialties works alongside primary care veterinarians. They act as an extension of the family veterinarian, communicating regularly through phone updates and written reports to ensure a seamless transition between practices for patient well-being.
- What is the background of specialists at Upstate Veterinary Specialties?
- Specialists at Upstate Veterinary Specialties are veterinarians with advanced training beyond their DVM degree. This specialization involves a residency program, multiple years of additional training, and rigorous exams leading to board certification. Those who complete this process become Diplomates of their respective specialty colleges, recognized as experts in their field.