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VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Radiation Oncology)

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,245 reviewed · 181 listed · Scored from 21 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(21) 76 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareDental CareEmergency & Urgent Care
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Radiation Oncology)
Services
General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Dental Care
Reviews
21

What recent reviews say

Dr. Vernon and the oncology team deliver expert cancer care with genuine kindness; reviewers consistently praise how thoroughly they explain options and outcomes. Emergency department equally strong on knowledge and responsiveness, with staff who make difficult situations less frightening.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • compassionate oncology specialists
  • rapid access to appointments
  • honest treatment explanations
  • knowledgeable emergency team
  • careful follow-up care
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Best for: Pet owners facing cancer diagnosis or needing 24/7 emergency care in Denver metro
Think twice if: Long wait times for appointments mentioned in one review; confirm location by phone before visiting

Strengths

  • radiation oncology expertise under Dr. Vernon
  • same-day or rapid appointment access
  • integrated emergency and specialty care
  • transparent pricing and treatment options

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Vernon leads radiation oncology team
  • Dr. Messinger specializes in internal medicine
  • Katie worked with cancer cats
  • Condolence cards sent to families after pet loss
  • Treatment graduation parties for completed cases
  • In-house CT, lab diagnostics, endoscopy
  • Medications available through their pharmacy

What reviews say by service

Surgery & Specialty Care
Dr. Vernon's radiation oncology generates consistent praise for expertise and compassionate care; one review notes efficiency despite procedure complexity
Emergency & Urgent Care
Emergency staff praised for knowledge, attentiveness, and kindness during multiple visits over extended treatment periods
General Veterinary Care
Limited direct evidence; emergency and specialty care dominate reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.61 average across the 108 surgery & specialty care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 19% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 79
Review volume 58
Review recency 99
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How quickly can I get an oncology appointment?
One reviewer reported being fit in within 3 hours of calling on a Tuesday following a Monday diagnosis. Another noted long wait times for specialist appointments, so calling directly is advised.
Does VRCC offer 24/7 care?
Yes, they operate 24/7 and include an emergency department alongside specialty services.
Is radiation oncology available for cats?
Yes; multiple reviews describe cats treated with radiation therapy by Dr. Vernon for nasal tumors and intestinal lymphoma.
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Last updated 2026-07-09