Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency
Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency is an emergency & critical care and internal medicine practice in Nashville, TN, staffed by 9 DACVIM-credentialed specialists. Procedures include Oncology, Neurology, Internal Medicine, and Radiation Oncology.
About
Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency is a multi-specialty referral hospital and 24/7 emergency center. The practice offers advanced care across several disciplines, including cardiology, critical care, anesthesiology, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, and surgery. The facility is equipped with specialized resources to support complex medical treatments and diagnostic needs for pets requiring advanced care beyond what is typically provided by a primary care veterinarian.
The hospital operates as an extension of local primary care practices, accepting referrals for specialty consultations and procedures. While a referral is required for scheduled appointments with specialists, the emergency department is open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for walk-in medical emergencies. The clinic serves the Nashville area and maintains a commitment to environmental responsibility, utilizing solar power, rainwater collection, and recycling programs within its hospital operations.
Surgical team
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Jill Singsank
DVM
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Eric Owens
DVM, DACVIM
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Kiira Rodriguez
DVM, DACVIM
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Whitney Long
DVM
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Patrick Odom
DVM
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Briana Neuzil
DVM
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John Sessions
DVM, DACVIM
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Julie Trzil
DVM, DACVIM
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Kelly Wang
DVM, MS, DACVIM
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Rossi House
DVM, DACVIM
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Rachael Humke
DVM, DACVIM
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Allison Mallard
DVM, DACVIM-O
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Christian Stocks
DVM, DACVR-RO
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Jarrod M. Vancil
DVM, DACVIM-O
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Drew Armstrong
DVM
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Heath McAlexander
DVM, Practice Limited to Surgery
Procedures
- Oncology
- Neurology
- Internal Medicine
- Radiation Oncology
- Critical Care
- Surgery
- Cardiology
- Anesthesiology
Equipment
- Photovoltaic solar panel system
Photos
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a referral to visit the emergency department?
- No, you do not need a referral to use the emergency services at Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency. The emergency room is open 24 hours a day for walk-in emergencies, and you do not need an appointment to be seen by the emergency staff.
- What specialty services are available at this hospital?
- The hospital provides a range of specialty services including cardiology, critical care, anesthesiology, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, and radiation oncology. These services are available to treat pets for conditions requiring advanced surgical techniques, intensive care, or specialized management of internal diseases, heart and lung conditions, and neurological issues.
- How does the NVS CARES Fund work?
- The NVS CARES Fund is a non-profit foundation that provides financial assistance to pet owners in demonstrated financial crisis or for pets harmed in local disasters. To be eligible, clients must have exhausted all other payment options, and the pet must have a favorable prognosis following an examination by one of the hospital's veterinarians. Funds are not intended to cover the entire cost of treatment.