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Veterinary Eye Institute Gainesville

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6121 NW 1st Pl, Gainesville, FL 32607, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Gainesville, Florida 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Veterinary Eye Institute Gainesville

Schedule Regular Vet Visits

One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.

Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions

Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.

Pet Insurance

Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.

How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?

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Getting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask

Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:

Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.

How do you handle emergencies?

You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.

How do you communicate with pet owners?

Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.

Do you have any questions for me about my pet?

This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.

Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?

Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.

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Reviews from Google

John Eads

The vets and the support staff are very knowledgeable and caring when dealing with your pets ,the experience is always great when I take our Buster in for his appointments. I'm always in and out in a timely manner, the staff remembers your pet when you come in and they treat them like their own, I recommend VEI for anybody who has pets with eye issues.

posted: 09/18/2024

Bev Diaz

Dr. Berkowski & staff were so good with my rat terrier. They were gentle & caring & made her feel safe. They healed her badly scratched eye. I am so grateful to have them in Gainesville, Fl. Thank you for your excellent care!

posted: 11/07/2024

J K

We unfortunately lost one of our dogs eyes, but Dr. Kevin Donnelly and his staff treated us so lovingly and with great kindness. They explained everything and we knew we were in excellent hands. Our dog is doing well and so are we…that’s what counts! Thanks for all the Wonderful care!!!

posted: 10/01/2024

Jeff Stillson

The entire staff is so professional and caring. Dr Berkowski was very thorough and the setting was very comfortable. Thank you for your compassion you showed for my pup during our visit.

posted: 09/26/2024

Robyn Dixon

I took my 17 year old Chihuahua to the Eye Institute as she has kataraks and felt she could not see and wanted to understand if there something I could for her. With compassion the Doctor informed me that she most likely had Dementia as well and that was more the issue than her eyes. He felt that surgery would not be the best outcome for her. I can't tell you how much I appreciated his honesty and Kander. I would recommend them to anyone as they are quality of life first!

posted: 10/30/2024

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