University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center

Columbia, MO

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At a glance

Facility type
University Teaching Hospital
Practice tier
Specialty Referral
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Equine Food Animal

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency End Of Life

AVMA Specialties

Cardiology Dermatology Emergency & Critical Care Internal Medicine Neurology Oncology Ophthalmology Radiology Reproduction (Theriogenology) Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotOn-site parking
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Our facility, located at Clydesdale Hall, provides state-of-the-art teaching and medical services. In addition to regular check-ups and preventive health care for companion animals and livestock, we feature specialized treatment such as emergency medicine and critical care, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, ophthalmology, neurology, oncology, dermatology, cardiology and orthopedic surgery. Veterinarians throughout the Midwest refer patients to the Veterinary Health Center for specialized diagnoses and treatment. With sophisticated therapeutic equipment, including an underwater treadmill, advanced imaging and groundbreaking equine lameness diagnostic methods, we are a regional center for animal health care. Clinical services are provided by faculty, interns and residents, technicians and students

Mission — Teach, Heal, Discover, Serve. The University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center improves animal health and welfare by: Providing state-of-the art clinical services for patients, clients and veterinarians. Providing high-quality instruction to professional students and post-graduate trainees. Conducting research relevant to important animal and human health concerns. Advancing education for veterinarians, veterinary technicians and the public

Care capabilities

Emergency
24/7 emergency

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
4
Support staff
5
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

underwater treadmilladvanced imagingequine lameness diagnostic methodsVeterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

Services in detail

regular check-upspreventive health careemergency medicine and critical caresoft tissue surgerydentistryophthalmologyneurologyoncologydermatologycardiologyorthopedic surgeryanesthesiologycommunity practiceinternal medicinenutritionsports medicine and rehabilitationradiologyreproduction (theriogenology)shelter medicinepharmacy services

Appointments & hours

Small Animal Hospital: M-F 8am-5pm; Equine Hospital: M-F 8am-5pm; Food Animal Hospital: M-F 8am-5pm; Emergency: 24/7

Frequently asked

Is University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center accepting new patients?+

Yes — University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center is currently accepting new patients.

Does University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center offer emergency or urgent care?+

University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center provides 24/7 emergency care.

Is University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center offer?+

University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

60% Mixed sentiment
based on 285 reviews

This university teaching hospital provides advanced specialty care, diagnostics, and 24/7 emergency veterinary services. The facility is equipped to handle highly complex medical cases, critical surgeries, and specialized treatments across multiple departments including oncology, cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics. While many visitors highlight the exceptional expertise, dedication, and compassion of the veterinary teams and students during critical times, others note that administrative friction, financial transparency challenges, and prolonged wait times can occasionally impact the overall experience.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.