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VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Radiation Oncology)

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,309 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 21 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(21) 76 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareEmergency & Urgent Care
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Radiation Oncology)
Services
General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Emergency & Urgent Care
Reviews
21

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently report exceptional care from Dr. Vernon and the oncology team, with pets responding well to radiation and medical treatment for cancer. Staff treat animals with genuine care, explain options honestly, and manage complex cases efficiently despite long initial wait times.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • Compassionate, attentive staff
  • Dr. Vernon and specialist expertise
  • Fast appointment turnaround for emergencies
  • Clear, detailed treatment explanations
  • Thoughtful follow-up and aftercare
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Best for: Pets needing oncology, radiation, or 24/7 emergency surgical care
Think twice if: Initial appointment waits can be long, though urgent cases are expedited.

Strengths

  • Radiation oncology and cancer specialists
  • 24/7 emergency availability
  • Fast access for urgent cases

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Vernon leads radiation oncology and receives repeated praise
  • Specialist Katie noted for feline oncology
  • Dr. Messinger noted for internal medicine expertise
  • On-site pharmacy with affordable medications for oncology patients
  • Pets receive treats and attention during procedures
  • Send condolence cards after pet loss

What reviews say by service

Surgery & Specialty Care
Dr. Vernon's radiation oncology and surgical expertise praised for cancer outcomes; board-certified surgeons handle complex cases.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Emergency department consistently described as attentive and knowledgeable; critical care saved pets with trauma and life-threatening conditions.
General Veterinary Care
Not a primary focus in reviews; specialty and emergency care dominate feedback.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.59 average across the 114 surgery & specialty care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 21% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 79
Review volume 58
Review recency 99
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get an emergency appointment same-day?
Yes. One reviewer with a melanoma diagnosis called Tuesday morning and was seen within 3 hours after a cancellation. The hospital operates 24/7.
Does VRCC offer radiation therapy for cancer?
Yes. Their website lists Oncology & Radiation as a service. Dr. Vernon leads the radiation oncology program and uses SRT (stereotactic radiation therapy) for tumors like nasal cancer and melanoma.
Are medications for cancer treatment affordable?
One reviewer noted that medications from their pharmacy were "actually rather affordable" for their cat on intestinal lymphoma treatment.
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Donald S. Westfall, DVM
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Last updated 2026-07-06