MedVet Pittsburgh

06/19/2024

Today, MedVet remembers an important date in our nation’s history.

We are committed to celebrating diversity and inclusion, and we continue to stand against racism and inequality.

06/18/2024

Today and every day, we’re grateful for the expertise and dedication of our MedVet doctors.

We asked our MedVet Specialty Leaders a few questions about their experiences as doctors, and we loved the responses!

06/16/2024

At MedVet, it’s Doctor Appreciation Week! Join us in celebrating and honoring the incredible veterinarians dedicating their lives to enhancing the lives of pets, their loving families, and the veterinary community.

Their dedicated leadership, collaborative teamwork, and commitment to providing compassionate care makes a world of difference in the lives of our beloved pets.

Has a MedVet doctor made a positive impact on your pet's life? If so, let them know below how much they are appreciated! 👇

06/14/2024

What do our team members love about working with MedVet? Just ask them!

Interested in experiencing the MedVet difference yourself? Apply today. Your dream career awaits: https://hubs.la/Q02yVZmn0

06/10/2024

Seizures can place pets and their owners in scary situations, but knowing what to do when your pet has a seizure can ease some of the inevitable stress.

Click to learn about the START method for seizures, and how you can help your pet if they ever have one.

For more information, visit our blog: https://www.medvet.com/seizures-in-pets

06/03/2024

Have you ever been curious about insights into our amazing MedVet doctors? Then our “Meet the Specialist” YouTube series is for you!

Get an insider's look at Dr. Andreas Bachelez’s passion for veterinary medicine and unwavering commitment to providing top-notch surgical care for your cherished pets. These episodes offer a glimpse into the incredible individuals behind the white coats, showcasing their expertise, compassion, and profound love for animals. Take a look:

Welcome to our exclusive "Meet the Specialist" series, where we introduce you to the remarkable individuals shaping the heart of MedVet’s emergency veterinar...

05/30/2024

What do our team members love about working with MedVet? Just ask them!

Interested in experiencing the MedVet difference yourself? Apply today. Your dream career awaits: https://hubs.la/Q02yVXGM0

05/27/2024

As we celebrate Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer, we hope you enjoy your celebrations. In case your pet has other plans, we are open 24 hours if you need us.

Visit our website to find a MedVet location near you: https://hubs.la/Q02ybWcQ0

05/20/2024

Did you know that pets can also experience strokes? May is Stroke Awareness Month, and we're shedding light on an important topic that also affects our furry companions.

Click to see a few of the important signs of strokes in pets. If you think your pet is experiencing a stroke, it is important to visit your vet right away.

In our latest blog posts, we delve into causes, signs, and recovery from strokes in cats and dogs.

Learn more about strokes in cats: https://www.medvet.com/strokes-in-cats/
Learn more about strokes in dogs: https://www.medvet.com/strokes-in-dogs/

05/17/2024

As one of many unsung heroes in the veterinary profession, vet assistants are an integral part of managing a veterinary hospital.

MedVet doctors are sharing their gratitude for this essential group for Vet Assistants Week!

If you’re interested in becoming a Veterinary Assistant with MedVet, we have good news: we’re hiring! Find more information on open roles here: https://www.medvet.com/careers/

05/08/2024

What do our team members love about working with MedVet? Just ask them!

Interested in experiencing the MedVet difference yourself? Apply today. Your dream career awaits: https://jobs.jobvite.com/medvet

05/06/2024

Today, on Melanoma Monday, we join the efforts to raise awareness about the signs of this dangerous cancer in pets.

Malignant melanomas often manifest in areas like the lips, mouth, eyes, or nail beds, but with early detection and treatment, there is a high chance of successful outcomes.

If you notice any signs of melanoma in your pet, reach out to your veterinarian for guidance and consider requesting a referral to a Veterinary Oncologist.

MedVet Oncology treats several types of cancers, including melanoma. For a list of MedVet Oncology locations, visit:
https://www.medvet.com/specialty/medical-oncology/

05/04/2024

After her primary veterinarian at Rainbow Veterinary Hospital discovered a chronic UTI and kidney infection, Ahsoka visited MedVet Pittsburgh's Emergency department for further evaluation. While our dedicated Emergency doctors, Dr. Anne Stoneham and Dr. Caroline Thompson, treated Ahsoka’s kidney infection, they surprisingly uncovered an ectopic ureter. This condition occurs when the tubes responsible for draining urine from the kidneys fail to attach properly to the bladder, often resulting in urinary incontinence (especially in young female dogs).

Thanks to MedVet’s comprehensive, collaborative care, Ahsoka was transferred to the skilled hands of Dr. Leah Miller in specialty surgery. Dr. Miller facilitated an abdominal exploration to locate the correct positioning of her ureters, followed by re-implantation within the bladder. To round out Ahsoka’s care, we completed a prophylactic gastropexy, which involves suturing the stomach to the diaphragm to minimize the risk of complications to less than 1%, along with a spay.

After three weeks of exercise restrictions and another round of antibiotics, Ahsoka is now urinating normally and enjoying her best life!

04/27/2024

For World Veterinary Day, we asked a few of our doctors to share their favorite part about working in the veterinary profession at MedVet. The answers we received were no surprise: it's the opportunity to serve our patients, their loving families, and referral partners! 💙

Want to join our team? We’re hiring! Learn more at: https://www.medvet.com/careers/

04/25/2024

MedVet's Client Service Representatives are the first smile and last wave goodbye to pets and their loving families who visit our hospitals, and give compassionate care every moment in between. We are immensely grateful for their dedication and service to our hospitals and communities.

Join us in saying a huge 'thank you' to our Client Service Reps as we close out Veterinary Receptionist Week.

04/23/2024

As a pet family's first and last point of contact during their visit to MedVet, our Client Service Representatives (CSR’s) are essential in providing compassionate care. This week, we honor and recognize the immeasurable value of their contributions.

To celebrate Veterinary Receptionist Week, team members from different MedVet and WestVet locations share their experiences and insights into being on the CSR team.

04/19/2024

Introducing R***r, a patient with a history of bilateral peria**l fistulas, or an abnormal connection between the a**l ca**l and peria**l skin. During R***r's recent recheck with Dr. Lindsay McAuliffe at Pittsburgh Veterinary Dermatology, a re**al exam revealed a thickening over his left a**l sac, raising concerns of scar tissue or an emerging a**l sac tumor. Unfortunately, further examination with Dr. Leah Miller in our Surgery department confirmed a mass effect on the left a**l sac, indicating the possibility of cancer. R***r's family made the difficult decision to remove both a**l glands for testing, which unfortunately revealed R***r's diagnosis as cancerous.

Through MedVet’s collaborative care, Dr. Christine Anderson from the Medical Oncology department soon determined that R***r's tumor exhibited several favorable factors, including small size, no invasion into blood or lymphatic vessels, and a thin margin of healthy tissue. To the family's relief, R***r's condition did not require chemotherapy or radiation. R***r now returns for recheck exams every three months to closely monitor for any tumor recurrence. Should the need arise, the expertise of Dr. Anderson and Dr. Miller will guide R***r and his family through the next steps of his journey. At MedVet Pittsburgh, we are committed to providing comprehensive care to our patients and their families, ensuring the best possible outcomes.

04/18/2024

Meet Fiona, the adorable Shar Pei and St. Bernard mix whose unique genetics blessed her with deep wrinkles around her face and eyes. While these wrinkles make her 100% cute, they also have caused issues as she's aged, and she has developed lateral canthal entropion and trichiasis in both eyes. This meant that her eyelids were rolling inwards, and the hair on her eyelids was causing irritation and scarring on her eyes. Over the past six months, Fiona's owner noticed constant teary eyes, ocular discharge, and increased pawing at her face. Despite attempts to provide temporary relief with artificial tears, the frequent eye medications became stressful for both Fiona and her mom.

Thankfully, they found Dr. Danielle Micceri at MedVet Pittsburgh's Ophthalmology department, who performed entropion surgery. By correcting Fiona's eyelid position, the surgery eliminated the constant source of irritation and abrasion from the rubbing hair. Now, Fiona has been enjoying a month free from any eye discomfort and tearing. No longer burdened by constant cleaning and wiping, Fiona and her mom can fully embrace the positive aspects of her breed and cherish her wrinkles without any disruptions to their lives.

04/17/2024

Prevent Lyme disease in your pet by knowing how to safely remove a tick. For instructions and precautions, see our video:

If you find a tick on your pet, you’ll want to remove it as soon as possible. To remove, firmly grasp the head of the tick (and not the body) with fine-point...

04/16/2024

Many of us will be heading outdoors during the warm months ahead, which means a higher chance of tick exposure for us, and our pets. Ticks can carry diseases, like Lyme disease, that pose serious health risks. Be wary of overgrown bushes, dense vegetation, and excessive yard debris, as these are prime hideouts for ticks.

To learn more about Lyme disease, and how to remove a tick from your pet, visit: https://www.medvet.com/lyme-disease-safety-precautions/

04/13/2024

While we love welcoming warmer weather, new health hazards can spring up for pets. Dr. Meera Ramesh from MedVet Mountain View shares a few spring pet safety tips that can help keep your pet out of the emergency room.

For more ways to keep your pet safe this spring, visit our blog: https://www.medvet.com/keep-your-pet-out-of-the-er-with-these-spring-pet-safety-tips/

04/12/2024

While often preventable, dog bites are a common reason pets require emergency care.

For Dog Bite Prevention Week, we have compiled our top tips for preventing dog bites when out with your pet.

In case of a pet emergency, find your nearest MedVet location here: https://www.medvet.com/locations/

04/11/2024

Lily toxicity is more common in warmer months, particularly for cats. Some types of lilies will cause local irritation to the mouth while others can cause kidney failure.

If your cat has eaten a lily, take them and the plant to your veterinarian, or a pet ER like MedVet, to help determine the best course of action and start immediate treatment if needed.

For more on lily toxicity, visit: https://www.medvet.com/know-lily-toxicity-cats/

04/07/2024

The eclipse on Monday is bringing excitement to many in its path, and you might be wondering if you need to be concerned about your pet as well. Dr. Vanessa Kuonen Cavens, a veterinary ophthalmologist at MedVet Cincinnati, shares tips to ease your concern about potential adverse impact to your pet’s vision.

03/30/2024

We couldn’t let National Doctor’s Day go by without a huge thank you to the expert, compassionate doctors who are Leading Specialty Healthcare for Pets. Not only are they heroes who put their skill and passion to work every day; they’re also our owners.

Hear from a few of our doctors about why they chose the veterinary profession.

Thank you to all our caregivers for your unwavering commitment and expertise!

03/29/2024

Easter is here, and while many families enjoy celebrating with colorful eggs, joyous gatherings, and candy, it’s important to remember some of these activities can be harmful to your pet. Click for a few tips to keep your Easter pet-friendly!

03/28/2024

What do our team members love about working with MedVet? Just ask them!

Interested in experiencing the MedVet difference yourself? Apply today. Your dream career awaits: https://hubs.la/Q02nDfFm0

03/22/2024

Join us in celebrating the incredible journey of "Perfect” Willow at MedVet Pittsburgh, a nickname given to her by our team due to her continued impeccable behavior during appointments. Willow first came to us in August 2022 with left hindlimb lameness, also known as dropped hock. After numerous appointments, a CT scan, stress radiographs, and a custom-made orthopedic brace, Dr. Lynne Snow determined that Willow needed a partial tarsal arthrodesis, a fusion of the leg bones from her "ankle" down.

However, surgery was just the beginning for Willow. She would require four months of biweekly cast changes, a responsibility that fell on her dedicated parents. Understanding the importance of proper care, Willow's owners were incredibly diligent week after week with their attention to detail, ensuring her bandages were clean and dry.

At Willow's final appointment, tears filled everyone’s eyes as our team held a mini celebration for her and her family. We are immensely proud of Willow's determination and her family's unwavering love and care.