Dr. Karina Salvo

09/10/2024

30/07/2024

In case your wondering how & why I became the Veterinarian I am…the really really really short version…

I was born and raised here, in Palm Beach County. I went to elementary school at South Olive Elementary and graduated from Forest Hill High School Class of 91. I attended Palm Beach Community College, University of South Florida, Barry University, and finally Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2005…I moved to New York City and completed a rotating Medical and Surgical Internship at BluePearl Veterinary Specialists in 2007, employed by one of the largest privately owned veterinary practices in New York State , put my life savings and nearly a million dollars into owning two of my own practices…still in the building process…(one never opened, the other only 10 days) …that were BOTH destroyed by Superstorm Sandy in 2012 and I lost everything. Had to evacuate, couldn’t practice in any other state but NY.

I found Chi University in Reddick, FL where over the next 12 years learned and became certified in Spinal Manipulation, Food Therapy, Acupuncture, Tui-na, Palliative & End of LIfe Care, and have learned extensively about fear in pets and now lead a complete Fear Free Practice as an “Elite Fear Free Certified Veterinarian”.

In 2014, I was still fighting with insurance since the loss of both of my practices and decided to return to Palm Beach County. I had nothing left in New York…my fire extinguished.

Since returning, I have worked as a relief doctor, an associate being misled into a promise of the potential of ownership, a Chief of Staff that was reprimanded and written up several times that I wasn’t meeting ‘quota’ and that I needed to “ sell” more, because I chose good medicine over overcharging with irrelevant testing. Finally fired because I wasn’t euthanizing the animals…what? Long story short: I do NOT perform ‘ convenience euthanasias’.

I quickly became sickened by where veterinary medicine has gone…THAT was my fire…Ignition! 🔥 .

I started my practice I have today…one single room at a time…one patient at a time…no staff…no other patients in the building …no waiting…one on one with only the doctor and patient.

My practice IS different, I have an AMAZING relationship with each of my clients as there is an understood respect both ways of open communication for the benefit of the patient…always. I refuse to have it any other way…a disrespectful client is a fired client.

Life is too short to be disrespected, rushed or made to wait.

This blog was written a few years ago and was my founding philosophy…that I still continue to practice daily.

First and foremost…transparency. I pride myself on honesty and trust…it goes both ways..client to doctor and vice versa. My practice is NOT owned by a big corporation that hides behind the scenes and dictates how I pract...

24/03/2024

Elevating the Standard of Care for Pain Management!

There are more than 20 evidence-based shockwave therapy treatments for equine and canine indications, including tendon and ligament injuries, bone and wound healing, osteoarthritis, and chronic pain.

Elevating not only the Standard of Care for Pain Management but also the Quality of Life for our Pets!

18/03/2024

Why do I refer to VEG? Not only do the Emergency doctors get on the phone with e me, they also speak to owners BEFORE they arrive! Pets and owners are NEVER separated! https://fb.watch/qTUd2pRidt/?

19/01/2024

Did you know that vaccinations come with a guarantee?

* Vaccination Guarantee: Vaccinations that are given by Dr. Salvo have a guarantee of efficacy from the manufacturer ; which covers diagnostics and treatments up to $5000 if the animal contracts the disease in which it has been vaccinated. THIS does NOT apply if vaccines were given by a breeder and therefore vaccinations given by a breeder will not be accepted as adequate, or in lieu of an appropriate vaccination protocol.

29/11/2023

What is 15 minutes?

Things happen…like emergencies…and they take priority. This morning I had an emergency come into the clinic ( which I am not an emergency practice)…but the patient needed my help. This was a pet that had been hit by a car and the owner just moved to the area…I was the closest veterinarian that they knew of. The little dog was rushed in..wrapped in blood soaked towels with a client that was sobbing and also blood soaked. The patient was given oxygen and examined to find the source of bleeding…a long and deep laceration over a large muscle, an open fractured hind leg…I spoke calmly to the client to let them know that I am not equipped for such emergencies as I am not an emergency hospital…but I will address what I can as quickly as I can and send them to where they can get the care that is needed…this will facilitate stabilization and give them the time needed to transport their dog.

Previous appointments were placed on hold as I scrambled through my practice, knowing that if I didn’t move quickly…this patient would continue to de compensate and likely die…my clients understood….because each of them knew that if it were them that I would be just as passionate and attentive in saving their pet’s lives.

Unfortunately, things happen…like emergencies…and they take priority. Also, unfortunately there are some that don’t understand this concept, become enraged and despite the explanation and three apologies were still enraged and left…stating they drove 40 minutes, I should have told them and that they could not wait an entire 15 minutes and that I had ruined their entire morning.

Things happen…like emergencies…and they take priority. Every client knows that I see them exclusively one on one, try my best to have one client in my practice at a time and give all the opportunity to text me directly with any and all questions or concerns. I have been in the veterinary field for more than 75% of my life…I have seen every side of veterinary medicine. I take my practice seriously and want every one of my clients to feel that they have learned more about their pet’s condition and how to best manage it. Some of my patients have had to go to emergency hospitals and the owners dont understand what is happening or are still home and in need of surgery…I am that veterinarian that will be on one phone with the ER vet and on the other phone with the client, or being the advocate for my client/patient or calling around town to see who is available to perform an emergency c-section at 3 am, or texting with a client all night as they whelp their first litter. I maintain a relationship with my clients that they feel they can ask me questions, advice and discuss every aspect of care for their pet’s medical, mental and physical care.

What I will do, is my best for each of my patients…to the best of my abilities. What I will NOT do is be abused, degraded or disrespected by a client. I take what I do for my patients to heart..today I had to apologize THREE times for helping to save a life and continue to be berated.

This is our world as a veterinarian. Many veterinarians experience this on a daily basis. This client has been fired and will not be allowed back in for any appointments. I have been upset about this ALL day…I have had nothing to eat…( but look forward to the homemade soup one of my clients lovingly brought to me today).

I hope that those that have read to the end of this post will recognize when you go to your veterinarian and you have to wait..to just know, they know your there…they also dont want you waiting because no one “ wants” to wait…and the visit will be more ‘ stressed’…realize that there may be a critical pet in the back that needs more help than your own at that moment. Realize that every other time you have been there, you were seen right away…but this one time, you had to wait just 15 minutes.

19/10/2023

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14/09/2023

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12/08/2023

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23/06/2023

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10/06/2023

Your dog runs around the yard, beach, sidewalk, dog park…chews on toys outside ( and maybe things they should’nt be)…do you ever think about what he or she may be ingesting? How many parasites exist out there that the dog can bring inside the home to infect the family…when was the last time you had your dog’s f***l sample tested? Did you know there IS a HUGE difference in types of tests to verify the presence of parasites?

There is a difference in f***l testing methods!

17/05/2023

Meal prep for the dog…halfway done…ground raw ( fish based), omega 3, flax seed, green lipped mussel and a topper of wild blueberries and fresh apple sauce! Thankfully this will be frozen when served so it won’t be so stinky!!!

07/02/2023

What happens at AcuVetDoc?

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Fear Free training gives veterinarian Karina Salvo the tools to treat patients with special emotional needs.

28/12/2022

Selling our portable lasers! This is a 25,000mW laser that is three times stronger than the model before it to deliver faster and deeper treatments to the tissues. It is a super pulsed laser ( 905nm). It is FDA cleared for home use. Contact via text ( our phones are forwarded to ER Clinic this week but we are answering texts) 561-250-2031

24/11/2022

In the event of an emergency over Thanksgiving Holiday, or any other day…Please note that Veterinary Emergency Group will be available!

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Finally an emergency practice that allows the owner to ALWAYS be with their pet… in the exam room, treatment room, and even the surgery suite…you are NEVER separated!

561-752-3232

Is your pet having a veterinary emergency? Call now to speak directly to an emergency vet in Boynton Beach, FL.

22/11/2022

Looking for an Elite Fear Free Veterinarian?

Dr. Salvo and her team work with your family veterinarian to collaboratively devise the best Wes...

13/11/2022

It’s TCI TIME!