Veterinary Medical Center

4.9 (772)
8750 Nesbit Ferry Rd, Alpharetta, GA 30022, USA

Hours:

Monday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Thursday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

How to Save Money at Veterinary Medical Center

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?

Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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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.

Reviews from Google

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Rain Q

Our dog had a broken tooth yesterday. It’s memorial weekend so only a few vet offices are open. We are so lucky to find this place. Dr. Joe is very knowledgeable and experienced. All the staff here are super friendly. We will definitely come back for other checks. It’s the best vet visit we have ever had. Highly recommend!

posted: 05/29/2022

Sylvia York

I am so happy with the services I received from this animal hospital. Dr Ferguson has treated my dogs Lucy and Bizzy, and also my kitty Oliver. I boarded Ollie for a long time, and all the staff members were so kind and so sweet to not only my pet, but myself included. It is also nice that my kitty Ollie has no trauma from being boarded for months on end. My kitty is happy to be home, and is as loving as he was before boarding. That itself is a testament to the wonderful treatment he received while in the care of this veterinary clinic. I can’t write enough good things about the staff or the veterinarians. Thank you so much for treating Ollie with love, care and more importantly, understanding. I know kitties are hard, especially kitties who are grouchy, and I truly appreciate the time you took to make Ollie comfortable and the temporary housing you provided was impeccable.

posted: 08/15/2023

Maddie & Hunter Mims

We had a really great first experience with Veterinary Medical Center! The front desk staff were all nice and got us back to a room really quickly. We had our two dogs and our cat there so not having to wait in the waiting room was really helpful for us. Our tech Celeste was very friendly and our cat (who is not keen on the vet) loved her! Dr. Cook was very thorough on all three of their physical exams and answered all of our questions. The pricing was much better than the last vet we visited which was an added bonus. Really happy we found such a great places for all of our baby girls!

posted: 08/23/2023

Lila Hunter

This was our first visit. We had to put our beloved 14 year old dog down. They bent over backwards to get us in on a busy Sunday. I can’t say enough good things about VMC. The doctor and staff were caring to us and to our dog, explaining everything thoroughly. After Dr. Joe gave the injection and Payton was gone, he asked us what she was like. It would have been easy for that practice to sock it to us financially. They did not. I have a long standing relationship with my regular vet, and she’s also a good friend. However, VMC is my new go to vet for weekend emergencies. I enthusiastically recommend this practice.

posted: 08/06/2023

Tammy Kadish

After calling on a Friday morning my vet's office for the past 15 years and them telling me they only have an appointment for my cat who is in serve pain and distress on a Tuesday! I reached out to friends and started calling their vets. The only one who agreed to see us right away was Veterinary Medical Center. They could not have been more compassionate and professional. Their treatment was above and beyond! Needless to say, I have left my previous vet and moved here with all three cats.

posted: 08/21/2023