VCA Regional Institute for Vet Emergencies and Referrals

Our Story

At AAHA-Accredited VCA Regional Institute for Vet Emergencies and Referrals, we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners.

Located in Chattanooga, our veterinarians, technicians and support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best care.

Hometown Care at VCA Regional Institute for Vet Emergencies and Referrals

The Regional Institute for Veterinary Emergencies and Referrals (VCA RIVER) is dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary care possible. We offer emergency care as well as referrals for various specialty services.

We believe in using the most state-of-the art technology while fostering an inviting and professional atmosphere. We hope that your pet never needs emergency care, but if they do, you can rest assured that the Regional Institute for Veterinary Emergencies and Referrals is giving them the best care possible.

WHAT MAKES VCA RIVER STATE-OF-THE-ART?

Specialty services including but not limited to Emergency, Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Physical Rehabilitation

Boarded specialists with top of the line training and education levels, often 3-4 years of extra training beyond basic veterinary education
Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Laparoscopy and minimally invasive techniques
24-hour hospitalization and intensive care unit
Digital Radiography and Boarded Radiologist Interpretation
Thoracic and Abdominal Ultrasonography
Intravenous fluid administration
Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Urinary Catheter Placement
Central Catheter Placement
Arterial Catheter Placement
Central Venous Pressure Monitoring
Mechanical Ventilation
Blood Transfusions
Plasma Transfusions
Oncologic Staging and Treatment
Canine and Feline Rehabilitation
Complete Laboratory In-House
Complete Diagnostic Laboratory On-Site (Antech)
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American Animal Hospital Association - Accredited Referral

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals. As an AAHA-accredited referral practices we have been evaluated on our practice methods, standards of patient care, and the quality of the facility and medical equipment. In order to maintain accredited status, our hospital must be evaluated regularly by the association’s trained consultants. We are 1 of only 350 AAHA accredited referral practices in North America.