Veterinary Medical Associates

julie adams

2024-04

This is the only place I will take my beloved pets. Dr Kahler is a superhero. He saved my bird's life twice. The staff is kind and friendly . I feel safe knowing Veterinary Medical Associates is just a phone call away.

bridget logan

2023-12

Great people who are knowledgeable, thorough and really care. They saved my bird's life back in 2021. And they just fixed my dog up yesterday when she needed emergency surgery.Vets aren't cheap, and you have to pay in order to get services, however Veterinary Medical Associates are comparatively reasonable with their prices and extremely fair. But most importantly, they are adept AND caring. The doctors and nurses take the time to listen, are thorough in their exam, and I've never felt rushed or neglected. Thank you guys so much!

Carolyn Angelino

2024-03

Dr Hilary Wert was gentle and thorough in her care and compassion as she handled and took care of my 9 yr old pup.. who was shaking tremendously the entire time. I would definitely recommend her.

Jocelyn Laracuente (Jay)

2024-02

Hands down the best vet clinic I've gone to. The staff and overall ambience of everything is so welcoming. They are so kind and understanding. I highly recommend them for all your pet needs.

stephanie weisenberger

2024-01

After several moves across the country, I have had the opportunity to experience a variety of vets. I always look for AAHA accreditation and this was one of the very few in my area. We have had routine visits, a bout of kennel cough, and most recently a new visit with our very anxious rescue pup. With our older dog, they always treat her as if she were their own. They hear my concerns and provided the information and cost I needed to make the best informed decisions for her health. With this fearful, anxious little guy they not only put me at ease, but worked with him. I never could have imagined that a dog that typically lunges and barks when frightened could have such a calm, nonreactive experience like this. We look forward to seeing you for his follow up in a few weeks and I am not worried about it at all this time!

Kevin Shen

2023-06

VMA Modesto saved my bunny rabbit's life. Special shout-out to Dr. Hilary Wert and Angelika Pe for helping her get through her potentially fatal intestinal blockage. She stopped eating or drinking for almost an entire day, a huge red flag for rabbits. Dr. Wert was super kind and explained what was potentially going on, detected the bloated central cavity, and moved quickly to administer care. 3 years later our bunny is still doing zoomies every morning awaiting her breakfast fresh veggies and lies at our feet as we watch TV. Thank you VMA Modesto, Dr Hilary Wert, and Angelika Or from the bottom of our hearts.

Eliote Durham

2024-01

I love VMA! From the front office staff, to the vet techs, to the veterinarians - we feel cared for and listened to all the time. They take great care of our rabbits!

Gary Blackwell

2023-05

My almost 14 y/o E.S.A. dog, Gomer, had a mild case of kennel-cough, so we went to see Dr Wert. Dr Wert has been Gomers PCP for many years. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and most importantly, Trustworthy! Gomer is with me 24 hrs/day and if I had t o leave him there, I know that he would receive the best care possible! THANK YOU V.M.A.!!YOU ROCK!

Alan Gonzalez

2024-01

I brought my hamster in because I was worried he had an infection and they were very kind, but the amount they charged me for the medicine and the amount I received was absurd. I understand a hamster doesn't require high dosage but I was charged nearly 50 dollars each for two tiny droppers that were not even half full. The lid was constantly spilling out drops of the expensive medicine, which wouldn't have been an issue if they didn't give me so little medicine. I feel as if I was given the bare minimum despite being charged nearly 200 dollars, I was very disappointed.

Robert Kerr

2024-01

Very good experience.. took my Eclectus Parrot for a beak and nail trim and it went without a hitch. The staff and doctor are both very friendly and knowledgeable. I will definitely be going back when the need comes. Thank you...

Dragons Art

2022-05

I'm grateful and bless by the doctors and faculty for all of there efforts in trying to save our beloved bird. Dr. Hilary Wert is awesome thank you for all of your efforts. But it's with great sadness that our beloved pet bird Alaska didn't make it. He was a recuse that has a rough beginning. It took some time but he slowly trusted us. We truly loved him, enjoyed his singing of the "Andy Griffith Theme song", and his best buddy was Samuel. In 2018 Alaska owner Christina won 2nd place with her artwork of Alaska and Samuel. Currently her artwork hangs in VCA Old River Animal Hospital in one of the exam rooms in Tracy, ca. He will be missed but never forgotten.

Catherine Patterson

2023-11

Always so kind. Love love both the doctors here. Knowledgeable and sincere. Front office and vet techs are always smiling and caring, great place for your pet! Plus they see exotic pets!

Eric Villarreal

2024-01

We lost our guiena pig Star. The staff did a awesome job but it was not to be. The staff helped us make decisions and gave us time to say our goodbye. They are awesome.

Brandon Demers

2023-10

Best veterinary experience I’ve ever had. From the front desk, to the assistants, to the doctors, their care and passion is apparent. I’ve taken my cat in several times to see Dr. Wert, sometimes routine and sometimes emergencies, and they’ve all always made me feel he’s in the best care possible. Even called on a weekend just to ask how the recovery was going! (Who does that?!) Their cost is also incredibly reasonable and transparent from the start. Ive gone to 2 other veterinary hospitals in the area and while they weren’t bad experiences, they pale in comparison to the exceptional care that Veterinary Medical Associates provide. Highest recommendation I could give for a business!

Nancy Howard

2024-02

Mindy had a good experience at VMA with the technicians and Dr. Kahler. She needs to return for a surgery. We are sure that she will have good treatment for this event.

Gwenda Campbell

2024-03

I was calling around trying to find free vet service for the homeless I had a sick puppy 3 weeks old and needed immediate care I was calling after hours and then never called me back so I'm not sure exactly what their services and how good it is I know that they can come back

Shar Hamblin

2023-10

I have been taking my dogs to VMA for 7 years since I moved to the area. Dr. Wert and Dr. Kahler and their staff are fantastic..very attentive, quick to please. There have been some hiccups but with any business, sometimes you have to be persistent when you need an answer.

Rhonda

2023-05

The wait time was a bit long, but i may have gotten there a little early. The veterinarian was great, and the other employees were very kind and helpful. The doctor explained everything in a way that I could easily understand and was very gentle with my cat. They even helped carry my pet/crate out to my car because I had an injury to my wrist, and it was in a brace. I recommend this business.

Kaitlin Sufit

2023-12

I have always had the best experience with the vets and staff at VMA. They show genuine care for all my critters, from the dog and cat to the rats and reptiles.

Cheri Osborn

2023-07

Our hamster's 🐹 new veterinarian. Linguine is almost 2 years old and fell ill. She needed senior hamster level care and got it here. We checked her in, and they promptly brought her back, did a full exam, and came back with a very reasonable plan and estimate. She was diagnosed with eye infections and pneumonia. She was prescribed medications, and they've been easy to give. She's home now and is improving. We're very thankful to find a veterinarian who is exceptionally good and who happens to also be a veterinarian who sees exotics such as hamsters. She saved our littlest furbaby's life. We're forever grateful. ♥️

Claudia Newcorn

2023-11

I have brought our pets here for many years. They have always been treated with kindness and compassion by the entire team, and I trust their expertise. When our elderly dog required being put to sleep, we were welcomed to be in the room, Dr. Kahler joined our prayers as our dog passed, and helped us in our sorrow. These folks aren't 'just doing a job'. They are here for the well-being of the pet patients and their families. I trust no one else with our four footed family members.

Amanda Zavosky

2023-07

I have gone to a few other vets in the area and haven't had a genuinely good experience. Either I can't even go into the office with my dog (meaning I've never met the vet and can't ask any questions), or it's like a production line treatment where they give injections and send home with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory and a vet may come out to tell you generally what's going on. My dog has tons of allergies and has been fighting chronic ear infections and I've been given the same antibiotic + anti-inflammatory treatment every time with it never really dealing with whatever the underlying issue was. My previous vet finally told me to just go see a specialist for a double ear canal ablasion surgery (extremely invasive and incredibly expensive). I do, and the surgeon suggests I see a dermatologist to see if there's any other treatment available, for the dog's sake. I find Veterinary Medical Associates online and give it a try. OH MY GOODNESS!!! I go into a room where Dr. Jeff introduces himself to me and immediately I am getting more answers and reassurance and an ACTUAL treatment plan than I EVER have in our countless trips to the vet. I can finally see a light at the end of the tunnel for my dog. If you're searching for a good vet, you found it.

Jen Eagles

2024-02

Very friendly staff, appointments are timely, and have Saturday times available. Love this office!

Carissa Nano

2023-06

Very pleased with my visit to VMA with my little crested gecko who wasn’t so thrilled after a run in with our kitty! The staff fit us into their busy schedule as soon as they possibly could and got my girl taken care of quickly and kindly. Meredith and I are very grateful to the staff and Drs at VMA!

Hannah McKelson

2023-06

I brought my geriatric Syrian Hamster Imogene in to VMA with a complaint of acute respiratory distress. She wasn’t previously established at this clinic, but I needed somewhere close by and well regarded who sees small animals. (Many clinics do not treat small animals.)Imogene was seen by Dr. Wert, and I am so pleased with the care both she and her team provided. I was able to bring her in ASAP under an emergency admit, as Dr. Wert saw the urgency of respiratory distress in a pocket pet. They literally had her checked in, in person, within 30 minutes of my first call to them. The receptionists are delightful and friendly, sharp as tacks, as are the techs. Dr. Wert herself is also delightful and incredibly bright, which comes as no surprise since she got her DVM from UC Davis. She was friendly, frank with me about my hamster’s prognosis, very astute in catching things I hadn’t noticed, thoughtfully compounded the antibiotics to be a convenient volume to give a hamster orally, and generally just seems to really know her stuff.I’ve seen other vets for my mice, rats, rabbit, etcetera, and Dr. Wert is by far my favorite. I’ll be bringing Imogene back to her if she recovers and needs future vet visits and will be recommending her to others, including family, who have exotics.It’s also worth pointing out that they are reasonably priced: I was in and out for less than $330, which included 1) the emergency exam fee, 2) oral antibiotics, 3) eye ointment, 4) a culture. More than fair and a big relief, as the culture is considered elective but allows the team to make sure Imogene is on the correct antibiotic. It gives me so much peace to be able to afford it.

Kina Mae Mercado

2023-08

I brought in a snake with a staph infection and was charged almost a grand for antibiotics and treatment, and the snake did not improve. I went to another vet and was told I was being given the wrong antibiotics, and I was given different medicine and the infection subsided almost immediately. The antibiotics given to my snake were just general antibiotics that didn’t target his specific infection and I emptied my savings for it to just have a different vet give me different meds for not even $100.

Mary Kelley

2023-11

Great staff loving and kind, they treat the animals and their people very well. Would highly recommend if you are seeking care for a wide variety of animals .

Philip Westall

2023-12

Super nice people. Very professional and knowledgeable. Glad I took my boy to them.

Lindsay Williams

2023-05

VMA cares for all of my animals from the bearded dragons to felines. Staff and veterinarians are amazing and treat my pets as if they were their own. Thank you all so much for providing such excellent care.

Tiffany Devito

2021-05

I wish I could give 100 stars! I brought my Red eared slider turtle in to see the vet, due to what I thought was shell rot. I was very stressed out thinking that it was going to cost an arm and a leg to get her treated. Not only was the visit inexpensive, they were very honest! Come to find out my turtle was experiencing shedding. The Dr cleaned the old scales and made sure I knew what she is supposed to eat/clean habitat, etc. The doctor is absolutely wonderful and very knowledgeable. The staff is so friendly and will go above and beyond. Do not think twice about coming here. If you want a doctor and staff that treats you and your pet like family, this is the only place to go. I am so grateful to that entire office!