About
Metropolitan Veterinary Center, founded in 2012 by Dr. Kjerstin Jacobs, is a full-service veterinary hospital in Chicago, IL. The practice provides comprehensive care including wellness and prevention, vaccinations, state-of-the-art testing and diagnostics, advanced medical care, and both routine and complex surgical procedures. Urgent care is available, and the hospital is equipped to manage emergencies alongside ongoing preventive medicine.
The facility is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and undergoes regular evaluations to meet or exceed standards in surgery, diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, patient care, emergency services, cleanliness, and client service. Treatment options also include integrative therapies such as acupuncture, herbal treatments, and laser therapy.
Metropolitan Veterinary Center offers extended weekday hours (Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.) with Saturday availability (8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.). The team welcomes new patients and serves as a long-term partner in pet health, from first visits and vaccinations through senior care, for Chicago’s pets and their families.