Emergency Veterinary Medicine by BluePearl Levittown PA

BluePearl Pet Hospital
Levittown, PA
Emergency Medicine

24/7 Emergency and Specialty

Pet emergency medicine by BluePearl.

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Conditions treated

Learn which conditions our emergency team can help diagnose and treat, so your pet gets the right care for their needs.

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Success stories

Discover how other pets have overcome their diagnoses with specialized care, giving you hope for your pet’s recovery.

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Call the hospital

Take the next step toward answers and getting the care your pet needs by connecting with our hospital team.

Pet emergencies can be scary – we’re here to help you handle them.

We understand that seeing your pet sick, hurt or in distress can be stressful – especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. Fortunately, our experienced ER clinicians are prepared to take action and help.

Common pet emergencies.

A BluePearl anesthesiology and pain management vet prepares to fix an anesthetic facemask on a yellow lab while a vet tech helps hold the dog on the exam table.

Acting quickly in an emergency may save your pet’s life.

If your pet is experiencing an emergency, you’ll have an entire veterinary team helping them so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together.

  • Accidents, injuries and trauma (hit-by-car, animal attacks, etc.)
  • Bleeding 
  • Bloat (gastric dilatation volvulus, or GDV)
  • Collapse or unresponsiveness
  • Complications from chronic diseases 
  • Difficulty breathing 
  • Straining to urinate
  • Ingestion of medications, poisons or objects 
  • Seizures
  • Vomiting and diarrhea

Our emergency team.

Experience makes all the difference. 

Our emergency team is made up of veterinarians, vet technicians and assistants, and support staff with rigorous training and experience in specialty medicine. The team works hand in hand to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves. Because we’re a multidisciplinary hospital, the team can consult the expertise of other specialty departments, too.

Andrea Clause

VMD

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Andrea Clause is part of our emergency medicine training program for clinicians.

Education
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
  • Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Boston University, MA
Off duty

Dr. Clause enjoys cooking new recipes, hiking and spending time with family and friends. She and her partner have a tuxedo cat named Toby.

Veronica Guidos

DVM

Emergency Medicine
Education
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville
  • Bachelor of Science, Biology, Millersville University, PA
Off duty

Dr. Guidos is originally from Bucks County and grew up in the area. She has three long cats, a ragdoll and 2 domestic long hairs. In her free time, she likes to paddle board, attend pilates classes and swim. She enjoys spending time with her husband, going on bike rides and walking on nature trails.

Ariana Lopez

DVM

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Ariana Lopez particularly enjoys feline medicine, ocular emergencies and treating toxicities.

Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, The Ohio State University, Columbus
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, North Carolina State University, Raleigh
  • Bachelor of Arts, Classical Civilizations, Florida State University, Tallahassee
  • Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, Florida State University, Tallahassee
Off duty

Dr. Lopez has many hobbies, including long-distance running, cinema and travel. She has two rescue black cats named Darwin and Dharma.

Megan Mackalonis

VMD

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Megan Mackalonis’ clinical interests include pain management, trauma, behavior, and exotic companion animal medicine.

Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center of Westbury, NY
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Off duty

Dr. Mackalonis shares her home with a snuggly dachshund named Darby and a curmudgeonly Chihuahua named Taco along with a few pocket pets. She enjoys hiking and painting, and she sings in a choir.

Alison Mariano

DVM

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Alison Mariano is particularly interested in wound care, fluid resuscitation and treating toxin ingestions.

Education
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL
  • Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, American University, Washington D.C.
Off duty

Dr. Mariano’s animal clan includes three cats (Sparrow, Wren and Finch) as well as a miniature Australian shepherd named Goose. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking and exploring the Philadelphia restaurant scene.

Anastasiya Olevska

VMD

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Anastasiya Olevska’s particular interests include behavior, dermatology and shock and fluid resuscitation.

Education
  • Internship, Emergency & Critical Care, Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, Levittown, PA
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Off duty

Dr. Olevska enjoys running, hiking, exploring local breweries, and watching TV with her dog.

Karen Palazzini

DVM

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Karen Palazzini’s areas of special interest include trauma and wound care.

Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Oradell Animal Hospital, Paramus, NJ
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Off duty

Dr. Palazzini enjoys theater, swimming and spending time with her family, including pets Tino, Tess and Linus.

Rosanna Scali

DVM

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Rosanna Scali particularly enjoys wound care and treating urinary obstructions.

Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls NJ
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University, Ames
Off duty

Dr. Scali’s greatest adventures include white water rafting down the Zambezi River, bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge, and skydiving. She has a passion for working out, weight training, nutrition, and spending time at the beach. She loves spending time with her daughter and cuddling up with her dogs, Millie Dillie and Lilly Bean, and her cats, Fluffernutter and dashing sphynx Heartthrob Rob.

Margaret Zemanek

VMD

Emergency Medicine
Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, NJ
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
  • Bachelor of Science, Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

Jalisa Zimmerman

MS, VMD

Emergency Medicine
Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Levittown, PA
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
  • Master of Science, Animal Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Off duty

Dr. Zimmerman loves cats and currently has two beautiful boys (Fezik and Zucchini). She enjoys hanging out with her coworkers, reading, hiking, and collecting antique salt and pepper shakers.

What to expect.

We know an unexpected trip to the emergency pet hospital can be stressful, and we want you to be prepared so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.

Before your visit

  • If possible, call us before arriving so we can discuss your pet’s condition, help you with directions and prepare our team.
  • Collect your pet’s medical records, current medication or any historical information.
  • If your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, bring the substance with you if it’s safe to do so.

During your visit

  • When you arrive, let us know if you need help bringing your pet in from the car, and we’ll be ready to assist you.
  • Our team will perform an initial triage exam on your pet to assess their condition.
  • To stabilize your pet, we may need to administer IV fluids, pain medications, oxygen therapy and sometimes blood or plasma transfusions.
  • Before you leave, you’ll receive discharge instructions and a list of any recommended medications.

After your visit

  • We’ll let your family veterinarian know about your pet’s condition and the treatment they receive at BluePearl. This communication is key in the ongoing management of your pet’s care.
  • You know your pet better than anyone, and you play a crucial role in any follow-up treatment necessary. If you have any concerns about providing care at home (such as giving medication or monitoring your pet’s symptoms), let us know – we’re here for you.

Success stories.

"Thanks to the quick thinking of his veterinary team, the support of a generous donor dog, and the innovative use of autotransfusion, Harley pulled through surgery. Just two weeks later, Harley returned to BluePearl for his post-operative recheck. Tail wagging and spirits high, he was doing great."
Read Harley's story.
“The hard work and dedication of both teams was inspiring,” said Sierra, reflecting on Everest’s care at both hospitals. “No one gave up on him and because of that he thrived and was able to come to his forever home.”
Read Everest's story.
“Everyone at BluePearl was amazing. They were super kind and sweet, and now Suni is right back to his normal self.”
Read Suni's story.
"Over the next few days, it seemed that everything I have known and told people over my 30 years as a vet tech went out the window. Broski was nauseous and not eating and we were all worried there was something very wrong with him. Even after hours, the surgeon responded to my concerns and eased my worries. Our dog is now fully recovered and back to normal. Thank you to Dr. Heintz, Dr. Ferrell and everyone else who assisted!"
Read Broski's story.