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Keystone Veterinary Emergency & Referral
Immediate medical treatment for pets with serious or life-threatening conditions.
Conditions We Treat
Hit by car
Seizure
Toxic ingestion
Severe vomiting
Other critical ailments
Animals We See: Dogs, Cats
Neighborhoods We Serve: Greater Philadelphia, Havertown, Broomall, Ardmore, Drexel Hill
We Specialize In
24-Hour Emergency Care & Specialty Services
At Keystone Veterinary Emergency & Referral, we provide 24/7 emergency services, including surgery, for dogs and cats in the greater Philadelphia area.
When you are looking for an emergency & specialty veterinary hospital, you should be able to count on superior care and excellent service. We at Keystone Veterinary Emergency and Referral in Havertown PA have assembled an expert team of veterinary professionals to bring you the best possible healthcare for your pet. We have a state-of-the-art veterinary facility that is clean, comfortable, and efficient. We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week for all of your pet’s emergency and urgent care needs.
The Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year to receive referral cases from local veterinarians and animals with serious or life-threatening problems that require immediate attention. In addition, we are available for owners whose pets become ill and require urgent care.
Our doctors use advanced techniques and equipment to tailor treatment protocols to best meet your pet’s medical needs in surgery, cardiology, radiology, and emergency care.
Our Veterinary Services
Emergency Care
As pet parents, we dread the thought of our fur-children ever getting sick enough to require emergency care. Unfortunately, accidents and illnesses do occur, so our exceptional emergency care teams are here to help in your time of need.
Cardiology
Cardiology is a branch of veterinary medicine concerned with diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions related to the heart. This includes a pet’s blood vessels, circulatory system, and sometimes their lungs.
The heart is one of your pet’s most essential organs, continually pumping blood containing oxygen and nutrients to the rest of the body. In most heart-related problems, either damage or deterioration occurs to either the heart valves or heart muscles.
No matter what type of heart problems your pet may have during their life, our Primary, Specialty, and Emergency Care teams have the skills and resources to help your pet have the highest quality of life possible through treatment and hands-on management.
Radiology (Advanced Imaging)
Radiology encompasses a diverse range of diagnostic imaging including X-ray, Ultrasound, and MRI. We utilize the most up-to-date, cutting-edge technology operated by specially trained veterinary professionals.
Our Veterinary Radiologists have additional education, training, and experience in the field, enabling them to work seamlessly with primary, specialty, and emergency care clinicians to provide advanced image interpretation on acute and complex medical cases.
More About Us
Kim Russell
DVM
Dr. Russell received her Bachelor of Science from Washington and Lee University in 2001 and her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006. After graduation, Dr. Russell worked in equine practice before focusing on emergency medicine. Dr. Russell was previously the director of emergency and critical care for the Rutherford Memorial Hospital of the PSPCA. Dr. Russell also served as the lead forensic veterinarian for the PSPCA. She has testified throughout Pennsylvania as a veterinary expert and has been featured on the television show Animal Cops Philadelphia. Dr. Russell’s professional interests include emergency medicine and surgery, equine medicine, and animal welfare. In her free time, Dr. Russell enjoys competitive horseback riding, skiing, scuba diving, and hiking with her family and dog. Dr. Russell is a member of a number of professional associations and is USDA accredited. Dr. Russell lives in Chester County with her husband, two children, a dog, and four horses.
Kelley Collins
DVM
Dr. Collins was educated at the University of Delaware where he received a bachelor’s degree in History. He furthered his education at Gregorio Araneta University in Manila, Philippines as well as the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine, where he achieved his veterinary degree. He has since worked in a number of veterinary care facilities such as emergency clinics, small animal hospitals, MRI specialty practices, and veterinary imaging consulting services. He is a member of a number of professional associations.
Vanessa Schmid
DVM
Dr. Schmid was born and raised in a suburb outside of Philadelphia. She started her educational endeavor at The Pennsylvania State University to obtain her B.S. in Biology. In pursuing her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, she studied at The Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and transferred to the University of Pennsylvania for her final clinical year. Her main focus and passion are emergency medicine, critical care, and emergency surgery. Dr. Schmid currently owns a Presa Canario, named Peh-Lei, which is the love of her life. In her leisure time outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, spending time with her dog, enjoying the outdoors, photography, and traveling.
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