In a significant milestone for Australian animal healthcare, Animal Emergency Australia (AEA) is thrilled to announce its latest purpose-built emergency hospital in Hawthorn East. Set to open its doors to patients across Melbourne in 2024, this state-of-the-art facility will raise the bar for veterinary care in the region, ensuring pets in Hawthorn East and surrounding suburbs receive the highest level of emergency medical attention during moments they need it most.

Teaming up with Tooronga Veterinary Hospital, a cutting-edge facility offering both veterinary general practice and veterinary specialist services, this new hospital will provide life-saving services to over 10,000 local pets over the next year and offer numerous career opportunities for veterinary professionals across Melbourne.

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Providing Unparalleled Veterinary Expertise

Animal Emergency Australia, the largest employee-owned veterinary business in the world, is renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care. As the ninth veterinary hospital operated by AEA, AES Hawthorn East continues the company’s commitment to providing dedicated after-hours emergency veterinary services. This newest hospital ensures that even more patients are provided the best possible outcomes at any time, every single day of the year.

The facility will be staffed by a team of highly skilled and experienced emergency veterinarians, veterinary nurses and techs, and client care and support staff; all driven to provide compassionate and attentive emergency care. Animal Emergency Australia takes pride in its employee-owned model, a unique structure without external stakeholders that encourages employees to make impactful decisions to benefit the health and happiness of all pets.

Cutting-Edge Technology and Facilities

The AES Hawthorn East Hospital is equipped with the latest advancements in veterinary medical technology, allowing for swift and accurate diagnosis and treatment to provide ideal patient outcomes. From advanced imaging and diagnostic tools to fully equipped surgical suites, the hospital will handle a wide range of small animal emergency cases and provide all veterinary professionals with the means to respond swiftly and effectively.

The hospital’s purpose-built design ensures a comfortable and stress-free environment for both pets and their owners. Separate waiting areas for different species, spacious diagnostic imaging suites, and open hospital areas contribute to a positive experience for pets and their families to collaborate alongside dedicated veterinary professionals during challenging times.

Opportunities for Veterinary Professionals

Animal Emergency Australia is excited to offer new opportunities for veterinary professionals in the Melbourne area and beyond. The expansion into Hawthorn East has created positions for veterinarians, veterinary nurses, veterinary technicians, and support staff who share the organisation’s commitment to exceptional veterinary care. Interested professionals are invited to explore career opportunities at Animal Emergency Australia or contact the AEA Careers team on careers@aes.email for more information.

Veterinary Involvement and Education

In addition to providing top-tier emergency care, Animal Emergency Australia is committed to engaging with the veterinary community through regular educational programs and training through Improve Veterinary Education. Hosting the Animal Emergency Australia Tick Panel Roadshow earlier this year, the AES Hawthorn East Hospital will be home to veterinary education events, practical workshops, and community events to foster the professional standards and skills of veterinary teams in Victoria.

Animal Emergency Australia is excited to bring its commitment to excellence in veterinary care and looks forward to serving the pets and their owners in this vibrant new community. To keep updated, be sure to visit the Animal Emergency Australia website to hear about opportunities to tour the facility, meet our new veterinary team, and learn more about the cutting-edge services offered at AES Hawthorn East.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Sonja Ceri
Chief of Marketing
Animal Emergency Australia
Email: marketing@aes.email

About Animal Emergency Australia

Animal Emergency Australia is the largest employee-owned veterinary business in the world, operating a network of animal emergency hospitals across the country, veterinary education services, and support for clinics and hospitals. Committed to providing exceptional emergency care for pets, the organisation is known for its dedication to the constant pursuit of better patient outcomes.