University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine is a general practice practice in Philadelphia, PA, staffed by 2 DACVS-credentialed surgeons.
About
The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine provides exceptional specialty care and advanced technology for both companion animal and large animal health through its hospitals. As a veterinary school, it integrates education, clinical care, and research, playing a crucial role in addressing global challenges that impact both animal and human health, particularly through its "One Health" initiative.
The school operates two main hospitals: Ryan Hospital for small animals and New Bolton Center Hospital for large animals. These facilities treat over 59,000 animals annually, including those from local farms, demonstrating a broad reach in serving diverse animal populations.
Surgical team
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Michelle Abraham
BVMS, DACVIM
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Elizabeth Acutt
BVSc, MS, DACVR
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Kimberly A. Agnello
DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR
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Gustavo D. Aguirre
VMD, PhD, DACVO
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Maia R. Aitken
DVM, DACVS, DACVECC
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Hayley Amerman
DVM, DACVP
Photos
Photos via Google · Joe Hainey, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, WRC Bikes
Frequently asked questions
- What types of veterinary services are offered at Penn Vet's hospitals?
- Penn Vet's hospitals, Ryan Hospital and New Bolton Center Hospital, offer exceptional specialty care and advanced technology. They cater to all areas of companion animal and large animal health, serving a wide range of patients.
- Does Penn Vet address global health challenges?
- Yes, Penn Vet plays a crucial role in addressing global challenges by tackling issues that affect both animal and human health. This includes evolving areas like zoonotic diseases, food security, weather extremes, and antimicrobial resistance, through its One Health initiative.
- What is the focus of Penn Vet's "One Health" initiative?
- Penn Vet's "One Health" initiative focuses on the intimate connections among human, animal, and environmental health and welfare. It addresses complex health challenges such as zoonotic disease, antimicrobial resistance, food security, and emergency preparedness, often exacerbated by climate change.
- Are there emergency services available at Penn Vet's hospitals?
- Yes, emergency services are available at both Ryan Hospital for small animals and New Bolton Center for large animals. The contact information for emergencies is provided for each location.
- What kind of research is conducted at Penn Vet?
- Penn Vet conducts interdisciplinary research, including studies on endocrinopathic, sepsis-related, and supporting-limb laminitis in horses, aiming to understand and develop prevention and treatment methods. They also research retinal architecture and farm animal behavior using AI.