A 100-year legacy of promoting animal health
Started in New York City in 1910, the Animal Medical Center is today reportedly the world's largest companion animal hospital and just as committed to providing compassionate care and preserving the human-animal bond as it was a century ago.
Read the accompanying JAVMA article "100 years later, hospital leads the way in veterinary medicine"
New York Women's League for Animals in 1910
In 1910, the Women’s Auxiliary to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals opened a temporary clinic in New York City for pet owners unable to pay for veterinary care.
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Bruce Levingston and Spencer
A century later, the clinic—now the Animal Medical Center—may be the world’s largest companion animal hospital. Among the recent patients was Spencer, owned by Bruce Levingston.
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Spencer undergoing surgery
In late April, AMC veterinary surgeons removed a malignant bladder tumor from Spencer.
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Levingston holds Spencer after sugery
Levingston holds his dog after surgery. Spencer was cancer-free as of July.
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Dr. Joel Weltman and canine patient
Dr. Joel Weltman shuttles a patient back to its owner after checking the dog’s vital signs.
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Tina Santi Flaherty Rehabilitation and Fitness Service
The AMC’s Tina Santi Flaherty Rehabilitation and Fitness Service puts pets on the road to recovery, thanks to a range of treatment options, including acupuncture and deep-tissue ultrasound.
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Diagnostic imaging
AMC veterinarians have advanced imaging tools such as ultrasonography, fluoroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography to aid in speedy and accurate diagnoses.
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Dr. Leyenda Harley and feline patient
This shy feline is chauffeured by Dr. Leyenda Harley to its next test.
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Dr. Chick Weisse
Dr. Chick Weisse, an American College of Veterinary Surgeons diplomate, discusses a case with colleagues.
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Intubated cat
This cat’s mystery illness had veterinary staff scratching their heads until they determined one of the animal’s lungs had failed.
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Underwater treadmill
Peanut butter is a tasty distraction for this patient during a session on the underwater treadmill.
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Woman with canine patient
Since the AMC opened its round-the-clock emergency clinic in 1970, the center’s doors have always been open.
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Dog with a nasal tumor
Oncology is a major focus at the AMC, home of a fully dedicated animal cancer center. This dog’s owners were happy to keep their pet despite a nasal tumor that disfigured the animal’s face.
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Dr. Ann E. Hohenhaus
Dr. Ann E. Hohenhaus, spokeswoman for the AMC, is an oncology and small animal internal medicine specialist at the hospital.
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Man with canine patient
The human-animal bond is a powerful yet fragile connection championed by the veterinary profession.
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Kathryn Coyne
Kathryn Coyne is chief executive officer of the AMC, which, in addition to being a veterinary hospital, is a nonprofit that offers community outreach programs for pet owners in the area.
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Client and patient from Saint Lucia
The AMC is so widely known that some pet owners will travel long distances to receive veterinary care there. This client flew from Saint Lucia because his dog was having health problems.
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Woman with guide dog patient
Guide dogs are treated at no cost at the center.
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Susan Phillips Cohen
Susan Phillips Cohen, director of counseling at the center, offers grief therapy and supports clients as they navigate the emotional challenges of a dying pet.
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Interventional radiology
Interventional radiology brings “human-level” care to veterinary medicine by allowing chemotherapy to be delivered in the fastest, most precise manner possible.
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Vet and canine patient in a hallway
Like all New York City real estate, space at the AMC is at a premium. Hallways quickly become crowded with staff and patients.
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High-field mobile MRI
This high-field mobile MRI is the only one of its kind in NYC available for veterinary use.
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Reptile patient gets an injection
AMC veterinarians treat a broad and interesting range of companion animal species—not all of them furry and warmblooded.
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Animal Medical Center in 2010
Located on New York City’s Upper East Side, AMC employs 80 veterinarians who treat approximately 40,000 patients and handle some 18,000 emergency cases annually.
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In 1910, the Women’s Auxiliary to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals opened a temporary clinic in New York City for pet owners unable to pay for veterinary care.
Photo credit: Photo courtesy of Animal Medical Center
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A century later, the clinic—now the Animal Medical Center—may be the world’s largest companion animal hospital. Among the recent patients was Spencer, owned by Bruce Levingston.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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In late April, AMC veterinary surgeons removed a malignant bladder tumor from Spencer.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Levingston holds his dog after surgery. Spencer was cancer-free as of July.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Dr. Joel Weltman shuttles a patient back to its owner after checking the dog’s vital signs.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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The AMC’s Tina Santi Flaherty Rehabilitation and Fitness Service puts pets on the road to recovery, thanks to a range of treatment options, including acupuncture and deep-tissue ultrasound.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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AMC veterinarians have advanced imaging tools such as ultrasonography, fluoroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography to aid in speedy and accurate diagnoses.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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This shy feline is chauffeured by Dr. Leyenda Harley to its next test.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Dr. Chick Weisse, an American College of Veterinary Surgeons diplomate, discusses a case with colleagues.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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This cat’s mystery illness had veterinary staff scratching their heads until they determined one of the animal’s lungs had failed.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Peanut butter is a tasty distraction for this patient during a session on the underwater treadmill.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Since the AMC opened its round-the-clock emergency clinic in 1970, the center’s doors have always been open.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Oncology is a major focus at the AMC, home of a fully dedicated animal cancer center. This dog’s owners were happy to keep their pet despite a nasal tumor that disfigured the animal’s face.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Dr. Ann E. Hohenhaus, spokeswoman for the AMC, is an oncology and small animal internal medicine specialist at the hospital.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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The human-animal bond is a powerful yet fragile connection championed by the veterinary profession.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Kathryn Coyne is chief executive officer of the AMC, which, in addition to being a veterinary hospital, is a nonprofit that offers community outreach programs for pet owners in the area.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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The AMC is so widely known that some pet owners will travel long distances to receive veterinary care there. This client flew from Saint Lucia because his dog was having health problems.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Guide dogs are treated at no cost at the center.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Susan Phillips Cohen, director of counseling at the center, offers grief therapy and supports clients as they navigate the emotional challenges of a dying pet.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Interventional radiology brings “human-level” care to veterinary medicine by allowing chemotherapy to be delivered in the fastest, most precise manner possible.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Like all New York City real estate, space at the AMC is at a premium. Hallways quickly become crowded with staff and patients.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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This high-field mobile MRI is the only one of its kind in NYC available for veterinary use.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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AMC veterinarians treat a broad and interesting range of companion animal species—not all of them furry and warmblooded.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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Located on New York City’s Upper East Side, AMC employs 80 veterinarians who treat approximately 40,000 patients and handle some 18,000 emergency cases annually.
Photo credit: Photo by R. Scott Nolen
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