Brookville, NY

Veterinary Specialists in Brookville, NY

Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care is Long Island’s multi-specialty veterinary referral center at 770 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743 — offering board-certified specialist care across multiple specialties, serving Brookville and all of Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Open Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat 8am-4pm. For 24/7 emergencies, West Hills Animal Hospital is on the same campus.

Brookville’s large estate properties bring a specific set of veterinary concerns — large and giant breeds prone to orthopedic and cardiac conditions, dogs with potential toxin exposure from professional landscaping and rodent control programs, and aging companions whose complex conditions require specialist management. Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care is 15 minutes from Brookville on the Jericho Turnpike, offering board-certified cardiology, surgery, internal medicine, and for the pets at the center of Brookville family life.

Address

📍 770 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743

Appointment Hours

Mon to Fri: 07:00am to 06:00pm
Saturday : 08:00am to 04:00pm

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8+

Board-Certified Specialists

Multiple

Specialty Disciplines

20+

Years of Specialist Care

Vimago HD

City Imaging Technology

Specialty Veterinary Services for Pets in Brookville, NY

Gold Coast is a multi-specialty referral center — not a general practice. Every specialist on our team has completed a veterinary degree, a clinical internship, a formal specialty residency, and board examinations. Below are the specialty services available to Brookville pet owners.

🫀 Cardiology

Diagnosis and long-term management of heart disease — echocardiography, ECG, Holter monitoring, and cardiac care plans for Brookville pets.

🧪 Internal Medicine

Complex, chronic, and multi-system conditions — diabetes, Cushing’s, kidney disease, GI disorders, and immune-mediated disease affecting Brookville pets.

🔬 Reproductive Medicine

Advanced breeding management, artificial insemination, pregnancy monitoring, and neonatal support — specialist-level reproductive care for Brookville breeders and owners.

📡 Diagnostic Imaging

Vimago HD CT, digital radiography, and advanced ultrasound — with 24/7 board-certified radiology reads. Exceptional diagnostic clarity for every case.

🏥 Surgery

Board-certified surgical care — TPLO, fracture repair, soft tissue procedures, and minimally invasive surgery. Every case planned with Vimago HD imaging.

🏃 Rehabilitation

Underwater treadmill, therapeutic laser, and targeted physical therapy — helping Brookville pets recover fully from surgery, injury, and chronic joint disease.

🧠 Behavioral Medicine

Clinical evaluation and treatment of anxiety, aggression, separation distress, and compulsive behaviors — rooted in diagnosis, not just training.

Advanced Veterinary Diagnostics Near Brookville, NY

A specialist’s expertise is only as good as the diagnostic information available. At Gold Coast, our diagnostic capabilities are purpose-built for complex cases — providing the clarity our specialists need to treat with confidence and precision.

Additional Diagnostic Services:

Our Vimago HD system produces high-definition 3D volumetric CT images in seconds — with lower radiation exposure, faster acquisition, and exceptional resolution compared to conventional CT. Shorter anesthesia time for your pet, better diagnostic detail for our specialists. Vimago HD supports every specialty: surgical planning, cancer staging, neurological evaluation, and complex internal medicine cases.

Vimago HD Volumetric CT — Our Flagship Technology

Digital radiography:high-resolution X-rays with immediate results — 24/7 availability
Advanced ultrasound:abdominal organ assessment, cardiac evaluation, and ultrasound-guided biopsy
Echocardiography:gold standard cardiac structure and function evaluation
Endoscopy:minimally invasive GI and respiratory visualization with biopsy capability
In-house laboratory:complete bloodwork, urinalysis, and specialty panels
24/7 radiology reads:every imaging study interpreted by a board-certified radiologist, around the clock

Board-Certified Veterinary Specialists Serving Brookville, NY

Every Gold Coast specialist has completed veterinary school, a clinical internship, a formal specialty residency, and passed the board examinations of their respective specialty college. The DACVIM, DACVS, DACT, and ACVB credentials represent that verified path — not just experience, but examined and certified expertise.

Keith Blass, DVM, MS,
DACVIM

Board-Certified
Veterinary Cardiologist

Jacqueline Gest-Poulos, DVM, DACVIM

Medical Director Board-Certified Veterinary Internist

Ariel Kravitz, DVM, DACVS – SA, CVA

Board-Certified
Veterinary Surgeon

Carol Margolis, DVM, DACT

DACT (Theriogenology)

Megan Petroff, DVM

Practice to Behavioral Medicine

Victoria L. Kearns

LVT, CCRP / LVT, CCAT

How to Refer Your Pet to a Specialist Near Brookville, NY

Step 1: Talk to Your Primary Veterinarian

Ask your primary vet whether a specialist consultation is appropriate. In most cases, your vet will initiate the referral directly — we work closely with Long Island's veterinary practices and the process is familiar to them.

Step 2: Referral Sent to Gold Coast

Your veterinarian sends medical records, diagnostic results, and the referral form directly to our team. You can also call us at (631) 923-2530 to request a specialist consultation yourself — a referral from your vet is recommended but not required for all specialties.

Step 3: Schedule Your Specialist Appointment

Our client service team contacts you to confirm your appointment. We will tell you what to bring, how to prepare your pet, and what to expect on the day.

Step 4: Specialist Consultation & Care Plan

Your board-certified specialist reviews all records, performs their evaluation and diagnostics, and develops a care plan in collaboration with your primary vet. You receive a full written summary of every visit.

Your board-certified specialist reviews all records, performs the necessary examination and diagnostics, and develops a care plan in collaboration with your primary vet. You receive a full case summary after every visit.

After-Hours Emergency Care Connected to Brookville Specialists

Brookville pet owners have direct access to 24/7 emergency care through West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center — located on the same campus as Gold Coast at 800 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington. The connection between both hospitals is the most significant structural advantage of choosing Gold Coast.

Shared medical records:your pet’s complete Gold Coast specialist records are instantly accessible to West Hills’ emergency team
Emergency-to-specialist transition:pets stabilized at West Hills ER are referred to our specialists with complete records already in hand
Post-surgical ICU monitoring:complex surgical cases requiring overnight critical care are monitored by West Hills’ 24/7 team on the same campus
No re-explanation needed:the two teams communicate directly — you do not have to repeat your pet’s full history in an emergency

Why Brookville, NY Pet Owners and Veterinarians Choose Gold Coast

You have choices for specialist veterinary care on Long Island. Here is what makes Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care the referral center that Brookville pet owners and their veterinarians trust.

Board-certified in every discipline

Our specialists hold DACVIM, DACVS, DACT, and ACVB credentials — the highest in veterinary medicine, earned through years of residency and board examination, not just experience

Vimago HD CT Imaging Technology

exceptional 3D diagnostic clarity in seconds, with lower radiation and shorter anesthesia time than conventional CT

Your primary vet stays informed

detailed written reports after every visit, direct communication with your referring veterinarian, and shared records across the West Hills campus

Individualized treatment plans

every patient receives a care plan built around their specific diagnosis, overall health, your goals, and quality-of-life priorities — not a standard protocol

Connected Emergency Care Next Door

West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center is 100 meters away with shared records — if a specialist case becomes urgent after hours, the transition is immediate

20+ years of specialist care

Gold Coast is part of the West Hills Family of Practices, established 1982 — bringing the credibility of a four-decade Long Island veterinary legacy to every specialty case

Goldcoast Center for Veterinary Care

800 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743

Getting to Gold Coast Specialists from Brookville, NY

Gold Coast is approximately ~9.5–10 miles from Brookville — about a 13–15 minute drive via NY-107 South to Jericho Turnpike, or NY-107 South to I-495 East.

📍 Address: 770 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743
🕐 Appointment Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm | Sat 8am-4pm | Sun Closed
📞 Phone: (631) 923-2530

Frequently Asked Questions — Veterinary Specialists Near Brookville, NY

Navigating specialty veterinary care raises a lot of questions. Here are the answers Brookville pet owners ask most often about Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care.

Is Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care open right now?

Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care is open Monday through Friday, 7am to 6pm, and Saturday, 8am to 4pm. We are closed on Sundays.

Please note that Gold Coast does not see emergency cases. However, Brookville pet owners have seamless access to round-the-clock emergency care through our immediate neighbor & sister hospital: West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center. They are located on the same campus at 800 W. Jericho Turnpike and are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
For pet emergencies, call (631) 351-6116 immediately.

Can I go to Gold Coast without a referral from my vet?

A referral from your primary veterinarian is the recommended pathway — it ensures our specialists have your pet’s full medical history before the first appointment. However, you are welcome to call us directly at (631) 923-2530 to discuss your pet’s situation, and in many cases we can schedule a direct appointment. We will advise on the best path forward for your specific case

What is the difference between Gold Coast and a regular veterinarian?

A primary care veterinarian provides routine wellness care, vaccinations, sick visits, and basic diagnostics. A board-certified veterinary specialist has completed additional years of formal residency training in a specific discipline and passed rigorous national board examinations — represented by credentials like DACVIM or DACVS after their name. Gold Coast specialists are called upon for the complex, chronic, or advanced cases that benefit from that deeper expertise. They work alongside your primary vet, not in place of them.

What is a board-certified veterinary specialist near Brookville, NY?

A board-certified veterinary specialist has completed an accredited veterinary degree, followed by a one-year rotating internship, a 3-year specialty residency, and passed rigorous board examinations administered by their specialty college (ACVIM, ACVS, DACT, ACVB, etc.). Gold Coast has 8+ board-certified specialists across cardiology, oncology, surgery, internal medicine, behavior, rehabilitation, reproductive medicine, and diagnostic imaging. Call (631) 923-2530 to discuss which specialist is right for your pet.Gold Coast offers some of Long Island’s most advanced veterinary diagnostics, including Vimago HD Volumetric CT (3D imaging), digital radiography with 24/7 IDEXX radiology consultation, echocardiography, veterinary ultrasound, endoscopy, and full in-house laboratory services. CT scans at Gold Coast are performed using Vimago technology faster, higher resolution, and less radiation than conventional CT, making it a genuine MRI alternative for many cases.

What advanced diagnostics are available near Brookville, NY?

Gold Coast offers some of Long Island’s most advanced veterinary diagnostics: Vimago HD Volumetric CT (high-definition 3D imaging), digital radiography with 24/7 board-certified radiology reads, echocardiography, advanced ultrasound with guided biopsy, endoscopy, Holter monitoring, and full in-house laboratory services. CT imaging with Vimago HD is faster, higher-resolution, and delivers lower radiation than conventional CT systems.

Is there a 24-hour emergency vet near Brookville, NY?

Yes — West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center, located immediately next door to Gold Coast at 800 W. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. For pet emergencies outside Gold Coast’s hours, go directly to West Hills at (631) 351-6116. No appointment is needed. Our specialist records are instantly accessible to the West Hills emergency team.

How does Gold Coast coordinate with my primary vet?

After every specialist appointment, your primary veterinarian receives a comprehensive written case summary — the specialist’s findings, diagnostic results, treatment plan, and follow-up recommendations. Because Gold Coast is part of the West Hills Family of Practices, pet records are shared across the network in real time. Your primary vet stays fully informed and involved at every stage.

What should I bring to my first Gold Coast appointment?

Bring any prior diagnostic records, imaging (X-rays, ultrasound reports), lab results, and a current list of your pet’s medications and supplements. If your primary vet has sent a referral, we will already have much of this on file. Arrive a few minutes early to complete intake forms. Call (631) 923-2530 with any questions about what to bring or how to prepare.

Dr. Blass is an outstanding cardiologist and has cared for my family's dogs and my kitten. He is extremely kind, knowledgeable and truly cares for your pet. I wouldn't trust any other cardiologist for my pet's care. The entire staff from the vet techs to reception are friendly and top notch.

Everything about this place was excellent. Very capable and helpful staff — on the phone and in person. Reception, technicians, and doctors were all compassionate and empathetic to our concerns, and transparent with all options and costs. Highly recommend

Perfect veterinary care experience. I am a veterinary student myself so I know! Dr. Kravitz performed TPLO surgery for my good boy with a torn CCL and Riley was our PT rehabilitator. All of the techs and staff are wonderful. My dog seems basically back to normal walking on all four legs — no pain or problems at all. Perfect recovery and PT. Thank you Gold Coast!!

A Specialist Case from the Brookville Area

A Brookville Golden Retriever's Cancer Diagnosis — and the Plan That Gave More Time

A Brookville family’s nine-year-old Golden Retriever had a large abdominal mass discovered during a wellness ultrasound. Their veterinarian referred to Gold Coast’s team. CT staging with the Vimago HD system confirmed a splenic mass with no evidence of distant metastasis — a significantly better finding than the family had feared. The team coordinated with Dr. Kravitz for surgical removal. Histopathology confirmed hemangiosarcoma, and the team discussed realistic prognosis, post-surgical chemotherapy options, and quality-of-life priorities. The family chose chemotherapy. Their dog lived 14 months post-surgery — a meaningful extension that the family describes as a gift they would not have had without specialist-level management.

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