Animal Medical Center (AMC)
510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065 · Upper East Side
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About Animal Medical Center (AMC)
Animal Medical Center (AMC) is a veterinary hospital in New York, NY (NYC area) that lists acupuncture, rehabilitation, Chinese herbal medicine, chiropractic care, integrative care and pain management for dogs and cats.
According to the practice, AMC's Integrative & Rehabilitation Medicine service is one of only five ACVSMR-approved canine sports medicine and rehabilitation residency programs in the United States.
According to the practice, the Integrative & Rehabilitation Medicine team brings together board-certified specialists in veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation, certified veterinary acupuncturists, and certified canine rehabilitation therapists. Together they design treatment protocols combining acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, chiropractic, and Traditional Chinese Medicine for pets with chronic pain, post-surgical recovery needs, and geriatric conditions.
Services listed by the practice
- Veterinary Acupuncture
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Chinese Herbal MedicineCustom herbal formulas.
- NutritionDiet planning for chronic conditions.
- Chiropractic CareSpinal and joint alignment.
- AromatherapyComplementary modality.
- Traditional Chinese MedicineTCVM-based treatment planning.
- Integrative MedicineComprehensive multimodal care plans.
Before you book
- Fees: Fees are set by the practice. Ask what the first visit costs and how many sessions are usually suggested.
- Referral and records: Ask whether the practice needs your regular veterinarian to refer you or send your pet’s records.
- Insurance: Ask your pet insurance provider whether acupuncture is covered. See our pet insurance guide.
- What to bring: your pet’s records, current medications and a list of questions.
Animals treated
- Dogs
- Cats
Areas of care
Areas the practice lists on its website:
- Arthritis
- Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
- Degenerative Myelopathy
- Post-Operative Rehabilitation
- Neuropathies
- Geriatric Pet Care
- Chronic Pain
Read our condition guides to learn more. Acupuncture is used alongside, not instead of, veterinary diagnosis and care. See the Medical Disclaimer.
Practitioner
Dr. Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT
Director of Integrative & Rehabilitation Medicine at AMC · Board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (DACVSMR) · Certified in veterinary acupuncture (CVA), canine rehabilitation (CCRT), and Chinese herbal medicine · Over 10 years of integrative veterinary medicine experience · Specializes in geriatric dog medicine, regenerative therapies, and joint supplements.
Dr. Danielle Conway, DVM, CVA, VSMT, CCRP
Practices integrative veterinary medicine at AMC · Certified in veterinary acupuncture (CVA), canine rehabilitation (CCRP), and veterinary spinal manipulative therapy (VSMT) · Chinese herbal medicine certification pending.
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Questions about this practice
Where is AMC located?
AMC is located at 510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065, on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
Is AMC a general practice or referral hospital?
AMC is a non-profit referral hospital with 24/7 emergency and specialty services — not a general practice. According to the practice, its Integrative & Rehabilitation Medicine service is one of only five ACVSMR-approved canine sports medicine and rehabilitation residency programs in the US.
Does AMC offer acupuncture?
Yes. According to the practice, Acupuncture is offered through the Integrative & Rehabilitation Medicine service, provided by certified veterinary acupuncturists and integrated with rehabilitation medicine, Chinese herbal medicine, nutrition, chiropractic, and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Who leads the Integrative & Rehabilitation Medicine team?
Dr. Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT, is the Director. According to the practice, She is board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation and holds certifications in acupuncture, canine rehabilitation, and Chinese herbal medicine.
Does Animal Medical Center (AMC) offer acupuncture for dogs and cats?
Animal Medical Center (AMC) lists acupuncture among its services for dogs and cats. Ask the practice who performs the acupuncture, what training they have and whether your animal and its condition are a good fit.
Where is Animal Medical Center (AMC)?
510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065.
How do I contact the practice?
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