Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian in Estero, FL | Florida Veterinary Referral Center (FVRC)

Why Choose FVRC for Emergency and Critical Care?

With both emergency and critical care services available under one roof, we can offer unparalleled advantages for your pet’s health, including:

Seamless, Comprehensive Care: Our cohesive team of emergency doctors and specialists ensures continuity from initial diagnosis to advanced treatment.
Faster Diagnoses: Our in-house laboratory and diagnostic tools enable rapid and accurate assessments, shortening wait times and facilitating timely interventions.
Advanced Treatments: Equipped with cutting-edge technology and intensive resources, we provide advanced therapeutic options such as high-flow oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, and more.
Specialist Collaboration: Our emergency doctors collaborate with board-certified specialists in Critical Care, Internal Medicine, and Surgery, ensuring a holistic and expert approach to each case.
Compassionate Expertise: Led by Dr. Joshua Parra, board-certified in Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, our team is trained to deliver compassionate, life-saving treatment.

Comprehensive Services Offered at FVRC

Your pet’s emergency and critical care needs are met with a variety of state-of-the-art services and resources, including:

Intensive Care

Fully equipped Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Comprehensive in-house laboratory

Oxygen chamber support for critical cases

Wireless continuous ECG monitoring

Blood gas and central venous pressure monitoring

End tidal CO2 monitoring

Doppler blood pressure monitoring

Patient vital signs monitors

Enteral and parenteral nutrition options

Advanced Diagnostic & Treatment Capabilities

Digital ultrasonography with color flow Doppler

Echocardiography – assessing heart structure and function

Video endoscopy and digital radiography

In-house coagulation testing and comprehensive lab services

Specialized Treatments

High-flow oxygen therapy

Long-term mechanical ventilation support

Peritoneal dialysis

Blood transfusions and use of blood products

Emergency Interventions

Two fully equipped surgical suites for emergency procedures

Electrical defibrillation for cardiac emergencies

Fully equipped emergency crash cart

What to Expect Upon Arrival

Triage: Our team will assess your pet’s condition to prioritize care based on urgency.
Assessment: A thorough patient history and physical examination will be performed.
Recommendations & Estimates: We will discuss treatment plans and provide a detailed cost estimate.
Deposit & Payment: A deposit is required for treatment to begin. Final payment is due at discharge. Payment options include cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Scratch Pay, and CareCredit (checks are not accepted).

After-Hours Specialty Care

Should your pet require more specialized care, our emergency doctors collaborate closely with a team of board-certified and residency-trained specialists. This partnership allows for comprehensive treatment plans that are ready to address complex conditions, day or night.

Your Pet’s Health, Our Priority

At FVRC, we understand that emergencies can be stressful and overwhelming. Our dedicated team is here to provide your pet with the best possible care, ensuring peace of mind for you and a lifeline for them. For more information or immediate assistance, call us anytime at (239) 992-8878

Plan Ahead for Emergencies

Emergencies can happen when you least expect them. Save our contact information and keep your pet’s essential health documents readily available. With FVRC’s unmatched combination of emergency and critical care services, your pet will be in the best hands—24/7, without exception.