24/7/365 Emergency

(720) 842-5050

17701 Cottonwood Dr, Parker, CO 80134

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We provide board-certified veterinary specialty care and 24/7 emergency and critical care to the areas of Parker, Castle Rock, Aurora, Denver, Centennial, Colorado Springs, and beyond. AESC is conveniently located in Parker, just off E-470 and Parker Road in the Cottonwood shopping center.

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) is a specialty and 24/7/365 emergency veterinary hospital.  Our team of highly skilled and specialized veterinarians, certified technicians, and support staff provide advanced medical care for your pet’s emergencies and complex health needs.

AESC is comprised of board-certified specialists across various medical disciplines. When your pet experiences a health issue that requires a high level of specialization, your family veterinarian will refer you to a specialty hospital like AESC for further care. At AESC, your pet will have access to multiple specialists who are experts in their respective fields. Working closely with you and your family veterinarian, we form the third essential component of your pet’s healthcare team by providing advanced diagnostic and treatment options beyond the scope of routine general care.

What is a Veterinary Specialist?

A board-certified veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who focuses on one area of medicine by completing at least four years of additional training in a specific discipline. Then, after conducting original research and passing a rigorous certifying examination, he or she becomes recognized by a specialty organization sanctioned by the American Veterinary Medical Association.

Recent medical developments and available treatments have grown at a tremendous rate, making it virtually impossible for a veterinarian to maintain expertise in all disciplines of medicine. The increasing complexity of veterinary medical care has led to the development of specialized training programs. With their advanced training and knowledge, veterinary specialists can provide truly exceptional care for their patients.

Our Philosophy

It is our mission to provide outstanding, compassionate veterinary care with exceptional service and communication.

 

Our History

2001

AESC Founded

AESC was founded in 2001 by veterinarians who recognized a need for after-hours veterinary care in the Parker/Franktown/Elizabeth areas. The original location was less than 1,000 square feet and located on Parker Road at Plaza Drive. Within a year, the demand for care grew and AESC expanded its service to include Surgery in addition to 24/7/365 Emergency Care.

 

2004

Opening

By 2004, AESC had outgrown the original facility and opened the doors to the current location. At the new location, we treated 200-400 emergency patients per month and expanded into specialty services like Critical Care and Diagnostic Imaging. Over the years, we added Internal Medicine with non-invasive endoscopic procedures, Oncology with a wide range of chemotherapy options, Rehabilitation with an underwater treadmill, and Neurology with an MRI scanner.

 

2020/2021

Renovations

In 2020-2021, AESC underwent a major renovation to grow the facility to 20,000 square feet. This expansion included a new 16-slice GE Brightspeed CT scanner, mobile fluoroscopy unit, four additional surgery suites, and a more capable 23X MRI scanner. In addition, we added a 1000 square foot workspace for our rehabilitation team including two underwater treadmills and a brand-new oncology ward.

 

2023

Today

Today we continue to grow and strive to offer a comprehensive array of services and the best patient care available in the area. Our most recent service additions include a board-certified anesthesiologist and two additional board-certified radiologists.