Planning for After-Hours Equine Emergencies
Work with your veterinarian to develop a clear plan for handling after-hours medical emergencies, including signs that warrant immediate care. Discuss preferred communication methods, expected response times, and backup providers for if your vet is unavailable. In this excerpt from Ask TheHorse Live, Stacey Cordivano, DVM, IVCA, of Clay Creek Equine Veterinary Services, in Chester County, Pennsylvania describes why knowing what to do—and who to call—can make all the difference in a crisis.
This podcast is an excerpt of our Ask TheHorse Live Q&A, “Planning for Equine Emergencies.” Listen to the full recording here.
About the Expert:
Stacey Cordivano, DVM, IVCA
Stacey Cordivano, DVM, ICVA, is the co-owner of Clay Creek Equine Veterinary Services, in Chester County, Pennsylvania, and host of The Whole Veterinarian Podcast. She also co-founded the Sustainability in Equine Practice Seminar series and is a managing partner of Decade One. Both organizations focus on making a positive impact in the equine veterinary community. Cordivano is active in the AAEP as a speaker and committee member. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, two sons, and a farm full of animals. Connect with her on Instagram @thewholeveterinarian.
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