Primary Care

What to Expect

When arriving at Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital, clients and their pets are met by veterinary students, who gather the patient’s history and conduct a thorough physical examination. Students then consult with faculty clinicians, who then provide suggestions and guidance. A medical care plan is formulated following a discussion with the client and an additional physical examination performed by the senior clinician. 

Because education plays a central role with both our clients and students, the duration of our appointments are approximately one hour. 

Benefit to Clients

• Clients benefit from the opportunity to interact and learn from both our faculty clinicians and students. 
• Our patients receive primary care in an academic veterinary hospital that offers expertise and a wide range of specialty services as they might be needed to address a patient’s needs. 
• Our patients have access to our Emergency Service that is available 24 hours/day, 365 days/year.

Primary Care Services

Primary Care services include:

• Preventative care appointments for all life stages
• Diagnosis and primary management of common diseases
• Diagnosis and treatment of minor injuries
• Professional dental cleaning for patients with early periodontal disease
• Basic surgeries, including spay/neuter procedures, and minor lumps removal
• Domestic health certificates
• Placement of microchips