Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Louisville Veterinary Partner Since 1988
Since 1988 Shelbyville Road Veterinary Clinic has provided comprehensive veterinary care to pets in Louisville and surrounding areas. Our full-service clinic combines preventative wellness exams with advanced diagnostics and surgical procedures staffed by experienced veterinarians dedicated to treating every pet with the same care we give our own family animals. We emphasize early detection of health issues through regular check-ups while maintaining state-of-the-art facilities for complex medical cases and emergency situations. Our team partners with pet owners to develop personalized care plans utilizing the latest veterinary technology and techniques. With decades of combined experience our doctors specialize in internal medicine cardiology oncology and rehabilitation while maintaining strong referral networks for critical specialty care.We operate extended weekday hours and offer urgent care services recognizing the critical role pets play in our clients' lives. Our commitment to community extends beyond veterinary medicine through pet adoption programs and educational resources for responsible pet ownership. The clinic's enduring success stems from treating both animals and their owners with compassion and professionalism while maintaining rigorous quality standards in all medical procedures. This dedication ensures pets receive the highest level of care throughout all stages of life.
Services
Pet Wellness
Surgical Procedures
Emergency Care
Diagnostic Testing
Advanced Veterinary Services
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of veterinary experience serving Louisville families
- Our clinic offers 24/7 emergency services with trained veterinary staff
- Team includes specialists in internal medicine, surgery, and cardiology
- We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and surgical technology
- Comprehensive care from wellness exams to advanced cancer treatments
What people say
Kindness and care
Best in their field
Knowledgeable staff
Caring approach
Beyond expectations
Services
Pet Wellness
Our comprehensive wellness program focuses on preventive care through regular nose-to-tail examinations. We provide age-specific assessments, vaccination scheduling, and early detection of potential health issues. Our approach emphasizes routine check-ups covering all systems while educating pet owners about monitoring their pets' health between visits. This proactive strategy helps maintain optimal health and extends pets' lifespans through timely interventions.
Surgical Procedures
We offer a full range of surgical services from routine spay/neuter procedures to complex soft tissue operations. Our facility utilizes modern anesthetic protocols with multi-modal pain management systems. All surgeries employ state-of-the-art monitoring equipment while maintaining strict sterile techniques. The team specializes in mass removals wound repairs, and dental surgeries using the latest techniques for minimal recovery times and maximum patient comfort.
Emergency Care
Available 24/7 for critical pet medical needs including trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses. Our emergency team conducts immediate diagnostics through in-house lab work and imaging while stabilizing patients. We handle life-threatening conditions like breathing difficulties, severe bleeding, and cardiac issues while maintaining referral partnerships for specialized critical care. The facility maintains dedicated emergency treatment areas for prompt patient assessment and ongoing monitoring.
Diagnostic Testing
Advanced diagnostic capabilities include digital radiography, ultrasound, and specialized lab testing. We perform tonometry for eye pressure measurements and EKG for cardiac assessments. Our diagnostic approach combines traditional blood work with modern imaging techniques to create comprehensive health profiles. The facility maintains equipment for immediate analysis of blood chemistry, urinalysis, and parasite screening to support rapid treatment decisions.
Advanced Services
We provide specialized veterinary treatments including oncology, cardiology, and rehabilitation therapies. Our internal medicine specialists manage chronic conditions while pain management protocols address various mobility issues. The clinic offers alternative treatments like acupuncture and laser therapy alongside traditional medicine. For complex cases, we coordinate with board-certified specialists in dermatology, neurology, and orthopedic surgery within our referral network.
People
Lorraine Luba
Veterinarian
Dr. Luba brings extensive experience in small animal medicine, focusing on preventative care and internal medicine. She emphasizes comprehensive health assessments and client education as core components of pet wellness, maintaining active professional development in veterinary advancements.
Lauren Carcara
Veterinarian
Dr. Carcara specializes in surgical procedures and emergency medicine, combining technical expertise with compassionate patient care. She maintains particular interest in soft tissue surgery while contributing to the clinic's continuing education initiatives for veterinary best practices.
Melissa Marsili
Veterinarian
Dr. Marsili focuses on geriatric pet care and chronic disease management, developing individualized treatment plans for senior animals. Her approach integrates traditional veterinary medicine with quality-of-life considerations for aging pets and their owners.
Ruth Schmidtchen
Veterinarian
Dr. Schmidtchen specializes in diagnostic imaging and internal medicine, skilled in ultrasound and echocardiography. She plays key role in complex case diagnostics, utilizing advanced imaging techniques to guide treatment decisions for internal organ conditions.
Amanda Watt
Veterinarian
Dr. Watt focuses on wellness care and preventative medicine, particularly for young animals. She leads the clinic's vaccination protocol development while providing nutritional guidance and behavioral counseling for puppies and kittens during formative life stages.
Questions
How often should my pet receive wellness exams?
We recommend annual exams for most pets, with biannual visits for seniors. Puppies and kittens require more frequent visits during their first year for vaccination and growth monitoring.
What emergency veterinary services are available?
Our 24/7 emergency care handles trauma, poisoning, breathing difficulties, and other life-threatening conditions. We maintain diagnostic equipment and surgical capabilities for urgent treatment after regular hours.
What advanced diagnostic tools do you use?
We employ digital radiography, ultrasound imaging, echocardiography, and in-house lab testing. These tools enable accurate diagnosis of internal conditions and cardiac issues through non-invasive methods.
Do you offer specialized veterinary treatments?
Yes, we provide oncology care, cardiology services, and rehabilitation therapies. For complex cases, we coordinate with regional specialists while maintaining in-house capabilities for chronic disease management.
What surgical procedures are performed?
We handle routine spays/neuters, mass removals, wound repairs, and dental surgeries. Our surgical suite uses modern anesthetic monitoring and multi-modal pain management for patient safety and comfort.
