Accredidation

Our clinic is a member of the American Animal Hospital Association. In order to be a member, our clinic has to meet certain standards which include:

  • Anesthesia: Methods for assessing anesthetic needs in patients and appropriateness of equipment
  • Client Service: Communicates well with clients during all aspects of their visit
  • Contagious Disease: Protocols, processes and facilities to handle contagious diseases and avoid outbreaks
  • Continuing Education: Continuing education tools and opportunities for staff members
  • Dentistry: Safe dental procedures that protect both the patient and staff members
  • Diagnostic Imaging: Adequate equipment to generate quality diagnostic images and utilizes proper procedures and equipment to protect staff members from radiation
  • Emergency/Urgent Care: Equipment handling and process for emergencies
  • Examination Facilities: Properly equipped for thorough examinations
  • Housekeeping and Maintenance: Cleanliness
  • Human Resources: Handling of personnel matters
  • Laboratory: Laboratory services for the prompt diagnosis of patients
  • Leadership: Leadership’s commitment to creating a positive work environment and providing high-quality care
  • Medical Records: Continuity of care through medical record details
  • Pain Management: Pain assessment, management and training
  • Patient Care: Humane and advantageous care to patients during all aspects of their visit
  • Pharmacy: Proper handling, storing and dispensing of medications
  • Safety: Safety of environment for patients, clients and team
  • Surgery: Patient safety in an aseptic environment with appropriate pre- and post-operative considerations

We undergo regular evaluations to ensure that we are maintaining the standards which the AAHA has set forth. Click here to learn more about the AAHA.