UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital

The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital on College Station Road is a resource that no other city the size of Athens has access to. As the clinical arm of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, the hospital provides specialty and emergency veterinary services that would normally require a trip to Atlanta. With over 475 reviews at 4.1 stars, it serves a critical role for pet owners facing complex or serious medical situations. The hospital offers specialty services including surgery, oncology, internal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, neurology, and advanced diagnostic imaging. These are services that most private veterinary practices cannot provide, and having them available locally is a significant advantage for pet owners in the Athens area. Emergency services are also available for after hours and critical care situations. Because this is a teaching hospital, veterinary students participate in patient care under the supervision of faculty clinicians. This model provides excellent training for future veterinarians while delivering thorough, current medical care to patients. Appointments may take longer than at a private practice due to the educational component, but the depth of examination and analysis is exceptional. The College Station Road location is on the UGA campus. The hospital accepts referrals from private veterinarians and also sees patients directly. Some services require a referral from a primary care vet, while emergency cases are seen directly.