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MedVet, the only veterinarian-led and owned network of emergency and specialty hospitals for pets, marks its 30th anniversary today. “This anniversary is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our compassionate, experienced team and relentless commitment to delivering the MedVet Experience,” commented President & CEO Eric Schertel, DVM, PHD, Diplomate, ACVS. “We could not have accomplished this without the trust and loyalty of our Referral Partners and clients,” he said. In 1988,…

Dr. Eric Schertel, President and CEO at MedVet, was named a recipient of the Smart 50 Awards recognizing the top executives of the 50 smartest companies in the region for their ability to effectively build and lead successful organizations. A two time recipient of this award, Schertel continues to focus on increasing access to exceptional emergency and specialty healthcare for pets, supporting advancements in veterinary medicine through continuing education, and strengthening community engagement.

MedVet is providing complimentary eye exams the entire month of May to service dogs during the 11th Annual ACVO®/StokesRx™ National Service Dog Eye Exam Event. Three of MedVet’s medical centers are providing these screenings: Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton, Ohio. These screenings are by appointment only. Nearly 60,000 service and working animals have received free screening eye exams since the program began, including approximately 7,500 last year. More than 150 of those service…

MedVet is providing complimentary eye exams the entire month of May to service dogs during the 11th Annual ACVO®/StokesRx™ National Service Dog Eye Exam Event.  Three of MedVet’s medical centers are providing these screenings: Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton, Ohio. These screenings are by appointment only. Nearly 60,000 service and working animals have received free screening eye exams since the program began, including approximately 7,500 last year. More than 150 of those service…

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets (MedVet) is pleased to announce expansion beyond the Midwest with the addition of WestVet Boise (Garden City, Idaho), WestVet Northern Utah (Sunset, Utah), and Animal Emergency Center (Sunset, Utah). As MedVet partners, these practices will be referred to as WestVet. “MedVet and WestVet, as individual organizations, have been at the forefront of veterinary medicine for years,” said MedVet President and CEO, Dr. Eric Schertel. “Together,…

MedVet Mahoning Valley was recently certified as a Level III veterinary emergency and critical care facility by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society. The Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECCS) is now offering a certification program to veterinary facilities that provide emergency and critical patient care. The purpose of this certification is to recognize those hospitals that meet and exceed the minimum standards and guidelines published by VECCS. VECCS does…

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets (MedVet) is pleased to announce its expansion of Cardiology Services with the addition of the Heart to Heart Veterinary Cardiology Consultants (Heart to Heart), located in Copley, Ohio. “Heart to Heart and MedVet share a long-term collaboration and passion for providing compassionate, high-quality service and care to our Patients, Clients, and Referral Partners.” said MedVet President and CEO, Dr. Eric Schertel. “By coming together, we further solidify our…

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets (MedVet) is pleased to announce its expansion into Michigan with the addition of the Animal Neurology & MRI Center (ANC), located in Commerce, MI. “Adding ANC to the MedVet network fuses the strength, expertise, and reputation of two highly-respected emergency and specialty healthcare providers,” said MedVet President and CEO, Dr. Eric Schertel. “By coming together, we create an exciting opportunity to advance our mission of leading specialty…

MedVet Indianapolis has achieved the highest level of veterinary excellence following a thorough evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). MedVet Indianapolis earned AAHA accreditation after a rigorous review of the hospital’s practice protocols, medical equipment, facility, and client service.  MedVet Indianapolis offers services in Cardiology, Dentistry & Oral Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Radiology, Rehabilitation, and Surgery. Unlike human hospitals, not all…

MedVet Toledo has achieved the highest level of veterinary excellence following a thorough evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). MedVet Toledo earned AAHA accreditation after a rigorous review of the hospital’s practice protocols, medical equipment, facility and client service.  MedVet Toledo offers services in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Radiology, and Surgery. Unlike human hospitals, not all animal hospitals are required to be accredited. Accredited hospitals include…