Veterinary 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care | Summit Veterinary Referral Center

Emergency Services

Emergency services are available at any hour for your pet’s unanticipated medical needs. We have access to immediate diagnostics, using tools such as a full in-house lab, digital radiology suite, and ultrasound. Our doctors can provide emergency treatment from minor procedures such as lacerations to emergency surgeries that are facilitated by a board-certified surgeon. As part of Summit Veterinary Referral Center we have rapid access to input from other specialists, including internal medicine, surgery, neurology, oncology and radiology. Our specialists work as a team with our emergency doctors to provide the best possible care for your pet.

Critical Care Services

Our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) operates 24/7 to provide advanced care for critically ill patients. Staffed by board-certified criticalists and supported by licensed veterinary technicians, our dedicated team works collaboratively to address your pet’s most urgent medical needs. Pets may be referred to the ICU by your family veterinarian for specialized or round-the-clock care. We partner closely with other specialists to deliver comprehensive, holistic treatment. With immediate access to advanced diagnostic tools, we ensure timely and effective interventions when every moment matters.

Our Critical Care services include:

Advanced pain management
Advanced blood pressure support and monitoring
Chest tube management
Peritoneal dialysis
Post-surgery monitoring
Respiratory services
- Ventilator therapy
- High-flow oxygen
- Oxygen cages
Telemetry monitoring
Trauma management

What to Expect

Whenever possible, please call before coming in. When you arrive, your pet will be assessed (triaged) by a licensed veterinary technician and any unstable pets will be immediately brought to the emergency doctor for treatment. As soon as assessment and stabilization has begun, the emergency doctor will discuss options for treatment, diagnosis and monitoring. We will work hard to offer as many options as possible and find the best method of treatment for your pet and your family. We realize that no one plans or wants to come to an emergency hospital, whether for themselves or their pets, so we strive to make the experience as easy as possible. Your pet’s health and your peace of mind are our top priorities.

Emergency and Critical Care

Kayla Bigelow

DVM, DACVECC