Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center
Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center is an emergency & critical care practice in Fullerton, PA. Procedures include Emergency Medicine, Radioiodine (I-131), Ophthalmology, and Internal Medicine.
About
Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center (VCVREC) provides state-of-the-art specialty and emergency veterinary medicine. The center offers a range of services including Acupuncture & Alternative Therapies, Behavioral Therapy, Cardiology, Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Radioiodine (I-131), Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Surgery. Their veterinarians are board-certified, residency-trained, or certified in complementary therapies, ensuring high-quality clinical care.
VCVREC operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, serving the Lehigh Valley area. They work collaboratively with referring veterinarians to develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans. The facility is equipped with advanced technology such as 3D CT imaging, digital radiography, modern surgical suites, endoscopy, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and laparoscopy.
Surgical team
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Jeanette Rilling
VMD, MS
Dr. Jeanette Rilling joined Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in 2021.
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Rebecca Ribson
Dr. Rebecca Risbon has been board certified in medical oncology by the American College.
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Tara Fetzer
Dr. Tara Fetzer has joined our Critical Care Department at Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center.
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Robert Peiffer
Dr. Robert Peiffer has rejoined our Ophthalmology Department at Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center.
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Craig A. Clifford
Dr. Craig A. Clifford has rejoined our Oncology Department at Valley Central Veterinary Referral Center.
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Zeev Schwartz
Dr. Zeev Schwartz has joined our Surgery Department at Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center.
Procedures
- Emergency Medicine
- Radioiodine (I-131)
- Ophthalmology
- Internal Medicine
- Oncology
- Surgery
- Pet Loss and Bereavement Support
- Acupuncture & Alternative Therapies
- Cardiology
- Critical Care
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
- Behavioral Therapy
Equipment
- digital radiography
- ultrasound
- 3D CT imaging
- endoscopy
- CT Imaging
- modern surgical suites
- laparoscopy
- Fluoroscopy
Photos
Photos via Google · amy p, Amanda, Alicia Turissini, Lyndon Shade, Breanna Benson
Frequently asked questions
- What types of advanced imaging are available at Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center?
- Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center is equipped with advanced technology for diagnostics, including 3D CT imaging, digital radiography, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy. These tools allow for comprehensive diagnostic and treatment options.
- Does Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center provide 24/7 emergency care?
- Yes, Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center provides 24-hour emergency and critical care, every day of the year. Their emergency department is staffed by highly trained emergency veterinarians and support staff.
- How does VCVREC collaborate with a pet's primary care veterinarian?
- VCVREC works closely with primary care veterinarians by maintaining communication through faxes, email, and phone regarding a pet's condition. At discharge, the primary veterinarian receives a copy of the discharge instructions to ensure continuity of care.
- What types of emergency conditions does VCVREC treat?
- The emergency department at VCVREC treats a variety of conditions, including animal attacks, bleeding, collapse episodes, diabetic crisis, difficulty breathing, difficulty urinating, heat stroke, hit-by-car incidents, ingestion of medications, poisons, or objects, paralysis, seizures, severe diarrhea, unresponsiveness, and vomiting.
- Are appointments necessary for emergency services at VCVREC?
- Appointments are not necessary to be seen by the Emergency Department at VCVREC. However, it is suggested that clients or their family veterinarian call ahead, especially for critically ill pets, so the team can be prepared for arrival.