- Dental CareDental care is vital to the overall health of any pet. Dental disease can lead to health issues with the heart, liver, and kidneys and has the potential to seep into your pet’s bloodstream. In fact, 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats over three years of age suffer from some form of dental disease, making it the most common pet health issue among our pet population.
- VaccinationAt Oak Ridge Veterinary Hospital in Oak Ridge, TN, we believe that one of the most important aspects of caring for your pet's health is vaccinating him or her against possible diseases. There are a variety of diseases which affect our pets, and other animals, so proper vaccination is vital to protecting them from many types of illnesses.
- Veterinary OphthalmologyDr. Kris Novinger is from a small community just outside of Pittsburg, PA. She has moved steadily southward since then, graduating from West Virginia University in 1993, then moving on to the University of Tennessee. She graduated from University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. Her professional interests are oncology, feline medicine, ophthalmology, internal medicine, and soft tissue surgery. In her free time, she fits in as much pottery and jewelry making, exercising, and gourmet cooking as she can. She is an avid fan of all Pittsburg sports teams, as well as her beloved college teams, WVU and UT. She has been married to Dr. Stewart Novinger since May 1997.
- Behavioral CounselingWe offer solutions for a variety of behavioral issues that pet owners are faced with. Behavioral problems can be challenging and frustrating for both pets and pet owners, so it is our goal to work with you towards a solution.
- Nutritional CounselingOak Ridge Veterinary Hospital offers nutritional counseling for pet owners of Oak Ridge, TN and surrounding communities. If you have any questions about your pet's diet or would like more information about your pet's nutritional needs, please contact us today. We can set up a nutrition plan for your pet.
- Comprehensive ExaminationAt Oak Ridge Veterinary Hospital in Oak Ridge, TN, we believe that regular checkups and wellness exams are critical to your pets' well-being. These wellness exams give us a chance to evaluate the overall health of your pet while also giving us a baseline for their unique bodies and tendencies.
- Wound and Fracture Care
- Veterinary SurgeryDr. Stewart Novinger is a Knoxville native and received his undergraduate and DVM from the University of Tennessee. He graduated from veterinary school in 1997 with Dr. Hinson and Dr. Kris Novinger. His professional interests are cytology (the study of cells), radiology, internal medicine, and soft tissue surgery. Away from the hospital, he enjoys playing guitar, reading, collecting and learning about wristwatches, and helping the other Dr. Novinger cook. He is a huge fan of all UT sports and any team Peyton Manning plays for. The Drs. Novinger shares their lives with three dogs and three cats.
- Laser SurgeryLaser surgery uses a beam of a certain wavelength of light to cut tissue instead of using a scalpel blade. Because our surgeons are highly skilled, they can control the amount of light used, which gives them extreme surgical precision.
- Spaying and NeuteringSpaying and neutering are important and necessary medical procedures that enhance the quality of your pets' life. Not only does spaying and neutering have positive effects on your pets' health, it's also vital to controlling the homeless pet population.
- X-Ray
- MicrochippingAt Oak Ridge Veterinary Hospital, we are happy to offer microchipping. Every year, thousands and thousands of pets go missing. Not knowing where your pet is or how to bring them back can be a helpless, hopeless feeling. It’s a tragedy that happens all too often.
- Boarding
- Grooming