Veterinarians
Riverview, FL
Beacon Emergency Veterinary Hospital is a locally owned, veterinarian-led 24/7 emergency animal hospital in Riverview serving dogs and cats with walk-in emergency care. Led by Dr. Ellen Buerkett, a Palm Harbor native, they provide comprehensive emergency services including on-site surgery, in-house diagnostics with X-rays and ultrasound, blood transfusions, antivenom, critical care hospitalization, and end-of-life care—all without requiring an appointment. Known for blending expert emergency medicine with genuine compassion, they offer flexible drop-off or stay-with-your-pet options and are committed to never turning away patients, making them the only 24/7 emergency veterinarian available in Riverview.
Ideal for: Pet owners with emergency medical needs for dogs and cats, those needing after-hours or weekend veterinary care, pet owners who prefer locally owned practices with compassionate care
Service area: Riverview, FL and surrounding Tampa Bay communities
24/7 Emergency Care Year-Round: Open every day and night with no appointments needed, making them the only round-the-clock emergency veterinarian in Riverview. They never refuse patients or refer them elsewhere.
Locally Owned & Lower Cost: Veterinarian-led practice owned by Dr. Ellen Buerkett and Nathan Buerkett, delivering expert emergency care at lower costs than corporate hospital chains.
Full Emergency Surgery & Diagnostics On-Site: Equipped with in-house X-rays, ultrasound, radiologist review, blood transfusions, antivenom, hospitalization, and emergency surgery capabilities—no referrals needed.
Address: 13141 US-301, Riverview, FL 33578
Phone: (813) 808-8070
Website: beaconer.vet
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