Business Details
4 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in New Orleans
East Riverside Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care since 2022, serving pets and their owners in New Orleans and surrounding areas. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff treat every pet as if they were our own, offering a full range of services from wellness exams and vaccinations to advanced surgical procedures and emergency care. We prioritize preventative care to ensure pets live longer, healthier lives while utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and treatment methods.Our facility is designed to make both pets and owners feel comfortable, with a focus on compassionate communication and personalized care plans tailored to each animal's unique needs. The hospital maintains extended hours to accommodate busy schedules and provides urgent care services for unexpected pet health crises.
Services
Pet Wellness & Prevention
Surgical Procedures
Urgent Care
Pet Dental Care
Pet Boarding
Pet Grooming
Advanced Care
Diagnostic Testing
Emergency Services
Pet Nutrition
Details
- Year established: 2022
Highlights and features
- We offer 7-day availability with extended evening hours for pet owner convenience
- Our hospital provides both routine and advanced veterinary diagnostics and treatments
- Emergency care services available for urgent pet health crises
- Clean, modern facility designed for pet and owner comfort
- Veterinarians emphasize preventative care to prolong pet wellness
What people say
Friendly and kind staff
Senior cat well cared
Stylish and gorgeous office
Stellar team
Prompt emergency care
Services
Pet Wellness & Prevention
Our comprehensive wellness programs focus on disease prevention through regular examinations, vaccinations, and early detection screenings. We create customized care plans based on each pet's age, breed, and health status to maintain optimal wellness. Services include annual check-ups, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling to ensure pets maintain good health throughout their lives.
Surgical Procedures
We perform a wide range of surgical interventions from routine spays/neuters to complex orthopedic and soft tissue procedures. Our surgical suite features advanced monitoring equipment and our team follows strict protocols for anesthesia management and post-operative care to ensure patient safety and comfort during recovery.
Emergency Care
Available for critical pet health crises during regular business hours, our emergency services handle trauma, poisoning, breathing difficulties, and other life-threatening conditions. We provide immediate stabilization, diagnostic testing, and treatment for pets requiring urgent medical attention with capability for hospitalization and overnight monitoring.
Diagnostic Testing
Our in-house laboratory and imaging capabilities enable rapid diagnosis of pet health issues through blood work, urinalysis, digital radiography, and ultrasound. These tools help identify internal injuries, organ function abnormalities, and infectious diseases to inform effective treatment plans.
Pet Boarding
Our clean, climate-controlled boarding facility provides safe, comfortable accommodation for pets when owners travel. Services include supervised exercise periods, medication administration, and special dietary accommodations to ensure pets receive proper care and attention during their stay.
People
Johanna K. Ecke
Veterinarian
Dr. Ecke brings extensive experience in companion animal care, focusing on preventative medicine and internal health management for cats and dogs.
Reid Rabalais
Veterinarian
Dr. Rabalais specializes in surgical procedures and emergency medicine, providing critical care for pets requiring urgent veterinary attention.
Allison Poche
Veterinarian
Dr. Poche emphasizes client education and preventive care, helping pet owners understand their animals' health needs across different life stages.
Questions
How often should my pet have a wellness exam?
We recommend annual exams for most pets, with senior animals needing bi-annual checkups to monitor age-related health changes.
Why are dental cleanings important for pets?
Professional cleanings prevent periodontal disease that can lead to systemic infections, organ damage, and chronic pain in animals.
What constitutes a pet medical emergency?
Difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, trauma, and poisoning require immediate veterinary attention during business hours.
How can I prevent heartworm in my pet?
Monthly preventive medication combined with annual testing offers the most effective protection against this serious parasitic disease.
What boarding services do you offer?
Our climate-controlled facility provides safe pet lodging with regular exercise, medication administration, and special dietary accommodations.
