Our Hospital
Welcome to VCA Veterinary Referral Associates, our specialty and 24 hour emergency veterinary hospital in Gaithersburg, MD.
VCA Veterinary Referral Associate is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for pet medical emergencies. Our hospital is staffed, fully equipped and prepared to help your pet in the event of a pet medical crisis.
Our VRA reception team is always read to assist you!
Our Critical Care Unit, led by a team of board-certified critical care specialists, is always ready to treat any type of pet medical emergency.
Our surgeons perform intricate soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries with state-of-the-art instrumentation.
Patients can swim with our rehabilitation therapist to help rebuild muscle and joint strength following orthopedic and neurologic surgeries.
Our veterinary nurses are dedicated to making our patients feel as comfortable as possible while they are in our care.
VCA Veterinary Referral Associates Emergency Room
Veterinary technicians prepare a pup for surgery in VRA's Surgery Prep area.
Pup "Delilah" Ponte resting comfortably in the hospital ward.
"Honey," a VRA patient, is attended to by veterinary technicians for medical oncology treatment.
Dachshund Cheve receives physical therapy from Rehabilitation Specialist Rene and Veterinary Technician Anthony.
VRA patient "Cheve" walkng with the aid of his wheelie cart, as part of his physical therapy.
Cooper is making steady progress with the aid of the physical therapy he is recieved at VCA Veterinary Referral Associates.
Everyone is pleased with the progress Cooper has made since starting physical therapy at VCA Veterinary Referral Associates.
VRA patient "Bonnie" is going home with her dad after her radiation oncology treatment.
Entrance to Radiation Oncology Treatment Room. The Linear Excelerator can be seen in the background.
Veterinary Technician Kelly with "Shadow" who will undergo radiation oncology treatment.
Ben, a feline patient, receives radiation oncology treatment.
Veterinary Technician making patient Zoe more comfortable with personal one-on-one attention.
VCA Veterinary Referral Associates In-House Laboratory
Neurology Technician Yona performing manual stimulation therapy on "Cooper."
Dr. Molly Weingarten cuddles with patient "Tom Chaney" as veterinary technician Meagan looks on.
One of our rehabilitation patients navigates the Cavaletti poles which will help to increase strength and stamina.
To aid in his rehab, this pup wears a "Bear Bell" on his hind limb. A "Bear Bell" is a large jingle bell that encourages exaggerated movement of a limb which helps strengthen it.
A Newfoundland walking on the treadmill to increase strength and stamina.
Rehabilitation assistant April working with pup Karl in the pool.
Physical Rehabiliation patient Karl works out during water physical therapy in the pool.
Our Comfort Room provides a peaceful place for pet owners to spend time with their seriously ill pets.
The veterinarians, veterinary technicians and administrative staff of VCA Veterinary Referral Associates provides referral and 24 hour emergency care to our patients. We are an experienced, dedicated and compassionate team of professionals who excel in the care of companion animals. Providing the very best care for you and your pet is our primary mission and one which we take very seriously. As pet owners ourselves, we understand the special bond that we have with our furry family members and so are committed to providing your pet with the same care we would provide our own pet.
Our veterinarians and technicians have unparalleled expertise and years of experience in companion animal medicine. Their knowledge of the latest veterinary medical techniques and procedures ensures that all of our patients receive the highest quality of care available anywhere. Coupled with our hospital's state of the art technology, VCA Veterinary Referral Associates is fully prepared and equipped to handle your pet's emergency or specialty medical needs.
The staff at VCA Veterinary Referral Associates look forward to serving you and your pet. You have our assurance that from the moment you arrive at our hospital, you'll be assisted by experienced, knowledgeable and compassionate members of our staff. For more information about our hospital, please don't hesitate to contact us us at 301-926-3300.
The staff of VCA Veterinary Referral Associates
