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Veterinary Medical Center: Carmichael Daniel T DVM

Veterinary Medical Center: Carmichael Daniel T DVM

3.9 (19)

75 Sunrise Hwy North Service Rd # A, West Islip, NY 11795, USA

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Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

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Reviews from Google

Sue Staltare

My new puppy had a tumor around an impacted tooth. Was refered to Dr. Carmichael who removed the tumor and tooth. Just went back for the follow up visit and my puppy is healing up nicely, everything looks great. Staff was great, explained everything. Did have to wait almost 2 hrs to pick up after surgery (they said be there by 4, waited till 6pm before they even took my payment and brought Loki out). Only con about this office is the availability of apts. They are so busy it takes a long time to get an apt. But that is like going to any specialist.

posted: 12/27/2021

Suzanne Kelly

I brought my kitten there for a full oral exam. He had an appointment with Dr. Charmichael who was highly recommended by my primary vet as well as numerous other people who I spoke with. I was extremely anxious what the diagnosis was going to be. This medical center was amazing all around. They have a fabulous system due to the Covid restrictions where you wait in the car and they come get your pet. I can NOT say enough good things about Dr. Carmichael... not only was the care of my kitten exceptional but he communicated with me numerous times during the day and was easy to talk to and extremely friendly. If you have an animal who requires any sort of dental work or an exam it will be worth your time and money to take the animal to Dr. Charmichael!!! I genuinely understand why he is so highly recommended by many.

posted: 05/12/2021

Diane Werkmeister

We want to thank Dr. Carmichael and his staff for the wonderful caring way they treated our dog Kiefer. Dr Carmichael is not only a great surgeon, he is a humble compassionate man and we are so grateful for how he treated our dog Kiefer and for following up to check on his aftercare. Thank you all so much

posted: 10/18/2021

Robin McKay

Dr. Carmichael, the dental specialist, has cured my dog at death's door twice. Once when he was 5 and this month at 12 years old. (the dog, not the Doc). He was such a wonderful vet my dog actually remembered him. I slogged through three states to get back there and I wasn't disappointed. All the other vets had written my diabetic dog off with lymphoma as untreatable, and Dr. Carmichael checked with the other specialists and found me someone closer to home and worked in consultation with them. Totally above and beyond, and he followed up repeatedly to make sure we were in good hands. Just a wonderful place. Don't hesitate.

posted: 04/28/2010

Barbara P

This review is long overdue. I've brought two of my goldens to Dr Carmichael over the years. Most recently one needed extensive surgery to remove part of her jaw. As a 24/7 caregiver I was on emotional overload and had lost four of my goldens within the previous 12 months. She was my last girl and I was a mess. Dr Carmichael was patient, professional and very caring in his approach with both my girl and myself. I previously had managed a busy veterinary practice but you'd not have known that on this day and I was grateful beyond words to have my golden in his hands as he dealt with all of my questions and concerns. He did a wonderfully precise job! That was over a year ago and Elsa is here loving life approaching her 9th birthday. I highly recommend Dr C at VMCLI. Thank you Dr Carmichael and God Bless you and your family.

posted: 01/10/2020

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