Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island

13 recommendations and reviews from 12 people

• WhoDoYou Review from February 12, 2019
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  Cynthia I. wrote: Do not go to this veterinary medical center believing your pet will be receiving the very best of care and attention. Most of the veterinarians on ER duty appear right out of veterinary school. The established veterinarians are not forthcoming and show little to no concern about how you are personally feeling while your pet is in their care. One ER vet told me that my dog would be in the hospital four days, but they discharged him only after a 3-day stay. He relapsed 48 hrs after his being discharged and was readmitted to VMCLI. He died while under VMCLI's care. All I got from VMCLI was heartache and a large medical bill.

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• WhoDoYou Review from March 13, 2018
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  Toni D. wrote: We brought our dog to VMCLI because he could not breathe. They brought him in right away to give him oxygen. We were told he would get a chest x-ray to assess his condition. They were very quick to collect $600 before any services were rendered and we were then left to wait for six hours without any other care being rendered to my pet. When I asked the front desk staff they were rude and dismissive. I inquired if he had his x-ray (after 5 hours) and was told "Nope". My dog then went into cardiac arrest and could not be saved. It was only after this, that the staff became concerned and compassionate, when it was already too late. The following Monday I called Erin, the "customer service manager" (had to call twice since she did not return my first call) to voice my concerns. She said that she would email the attending staff and get back to me. She never did and I had to call her twice the following week. I trusted this facility to care for my pet and not let him languish alone in a cage for six hours. I will never step foot in this facility or recommend them to anyone.

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• Referral from December 16, 2017
  

  Raina A. asked:

  I think I may need an avian vet. Looking for recommendations in Selden area. We went away on vacation for 2 weeks and had my parents care for our pets in our home. They came twice a day. Came home this past Tuesday, and since then, our very attached 2 y/o parakeet has been "mouth breathing" with some slight clicking noises from his beak as he does so, and he's keeping his wings slightly apart from his body and feels warmer than usual to me. His personality is his usual chipper, talkative, affectionate self. But he seems to be dying of thirst and quite hungry. He is very dependent on us and likes to be hand fed and watered, I'm hoping that the 2 week separation just has got him in this odd breathing state and that he isn't ill. Appreciate any insight you might have on his condition as well as vet recs. Thank you in advance.

  

  Jacqueline B. replied:

  Dr. Mehlrose 75 Sunrise Hwy., West Islip. Highly Recommended!!! 631-587-0800.

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• Referral from October 14, 2017
  

  Dottie Z. asked:

  Update: Ok, he got her. She is in really bad shape so he is going to Atlantic Coast on Vets hwy since it's close to where he is. Thanks for the recommendations. Friend is on the way to his colony. One of the cats may have been hit by a car. Anyone know of a veterinarian open now aside from the emergency places?

  

  Janis D. replied:

  VMCLI Open 24 hrs ... http://www.vmcli.com/

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• Referral from May 6, 2017
  

  Tina G. asked:

  Anyone know a squirrel rehabber? Got an orphan and Star is closed. Selden wont take it because it's not injured or sick and they won't have their rehabber call me. Nest is on my roof. Mom won't feed it. I would love to care for it, but need someone to look it over first. Thanks

  

  Nicole S. replied:

  Call VMCLI 631-587-0800, they may have a suggestion as they work closely with rescues and rehabbers.

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• Referral from January 13, 2015
  

  Jaynie H. asked:

  I need help please. My 12 year old cat needs to get chemotherapy and radiation treatment on his mouth. The vet recommended the vet in plainview. Does anyone know of any other doctors that are good in the area? I'm in medford. I want the best doctor but scared of the price. He's my world and I'm scared to death of loosing him. Any info would be great thanks.

  

  Susan J. replied:

  Dr Brodsky at VMCLI 631 587 0800 is an oncologist but I do not think he does radiation. He is a super nice guy, with a great bedside manner. I am not sure if Westbury does radiation but you can try them. Dr Linderman there is awesome. There number is 516 420 0000. Good luck

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• Referral from January 9, 2015
  

  Tara L. asked:

  For my animal loving folks: advice needed. A close friends dog, named Abbey, a dachshund, has fallen and is partially paralyzed (3 herniated discs). Cannot walk. Family is heartbroken. A basic veterinarian told them if surgery not done by today for $5,000.00 , there could be no hope due to swelling issues. Family didn't have the full amount for surgery. Specialist (and prayers) now needed. Any suggestions? Surgical specialists who are worth consulting with? Anyone else with paralysis experience ?

  

  Sheri L. replied:

  Consult with specialist. VMCLI.com Very good hospital.

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• Referral from December 24, 2014
  

  Jenny L. asked:

  Anyone know a wild life rescue (geese) in Nassau?

  

  Christine W. replied:

  (631) 587-0800

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• Referral from October 15, 2014
  

  Kerry P. asked:

  I need a bird vet stat! Anyone know of any?

  

  Helen M. replied:

  Vet Med Ctr of Long Island, Dr. Mehlrose 587-0800, 24 hrs, Deer Park

  

  Rosemarie D. replied:

  There is a avian vet at VMCLI (631) 587-080075 Sunrise HwyWest Islip NY 11795

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• Referral from August 26, 2014
  

  Donna R. asked:

  Can anyone recommend a good Veterinarian in Eastern Suffolk? Apparently it's time for me to find a new one.....

  

  Nancy H. replied:

  I took my dog to when he had eye problems! You can tell they love dogs, got excellent care. Sorry do not know what area that's in. Noelle, Dr. La Croix Veterinary Medical Center 75 Sunrise Hwy West Islip NY 11795 (631) 587-0800

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• Referral from July 10, 2014
  

  Alisha H. asked:

  Can anyone here recommend a great dog dermatology specialist on li? My poor boy has been on antibiotics and steriods for a rash he has on and off for about 3 months. Also just had a yeast infection in his ear. Something bigger is going on and its killing me to see him so itchy.

  

  Janet L. replied:

  Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island in West Islip. 631-587-0800. We see Blaise's ophthalmologist there, and I am getting ready to schedule with the dermatology department myself. Battling a rash on my Smooth Collie boy too. The specialists there are all wonderful and the whole staff is great. They are not cheap but not outrageous, and they are fair.

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• Referral from January 23, 2015
  

  Sheridan M. asked:

  Can anyone recommend an Oncologist Veterinarian fairly close to Center Moriches ASAP - thank you

  

  Rosemarie D. replied:

  I'm sure Vet Medical Center of LI 75 Sunrise Hwy West Islip NY 11795 1 (631) 587-0800 Must have an oncologist!!! Please call them. They have all kinds of specialist. My dogs neurologist is there & it's not too far. Just on the north side of sunrise.

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