AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Hospital in Tulsa, OK
AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Hospital in Tulsa, OKWhen you choose a veterinary hospital, you’re trusting that team with the health and safety of a beloved family member. Woodland West Animal Hospital is proud to be accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) — a distinction that shows our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care. AAHA is the only organization that accredits companion animal veterinary practices throughout the United States and Canada, and only a small percentage of practices in North America hold the “AAHA-accredited” designation.
What Does AAHA Accreditation Mean?
Many people are surprised to learn that animal hospitals aren’t required to be accredited. Practices that voluntarily pursue AAHA accreditation are evaluated by an AAHA consultant on hundreds of rigorous standards covering every aspect of pet care. Accredited hospitals must maintain these standards and are re-evaluated regularly. The AAHA Standards of Accreditation are continuously updated to keep accredited practices at the forefront of veterinary medicine and best practices.
Standards That Benefit Your Pet
AAHA’s standards cover areas that directly affect the care your pet receives, including:
- Patient care and pain management: Protocols to recognize, prevent, and treat pain in every patient
- Anesthesia and surgery: Careful monitoring, sterile technique, and safety protocols for every surgical procedure
- Dental care: Complete, anesthetic dental procedures with appropriate monitoring and imaging
- Diagnostic imaging and laboratory: Quality standards for radiology, ultrasound, and in-house testing
- Pharmacy: Safe storage, handling, and dispensing of medications in our pharmacy
- Preventive care: Evidence-based guidelines for vaccinations and parasite prevention
- Emergency readiness: Equipment, training, and protocols to respond quickly when pets need urgent care
- Medical records and communication: Thorough, accurate records and clear communication with pet owners
- Facility and team training: A clean, safe hospital and a well-trained, continually educated team
Why AAHA Accreditation Matters to Tulsa Pet Owners
Accreditation gives you peace of mind that the care your pet receives at Woodland West meets or exceeds recognized standards of excellence. Whether your pet is visiting for a routine wellness exam, undergoing orthopedic surgery, or receiving advanced CT imaging, you can be confident our team is following best practices every step of the way.
Accreditation is one of many reasons Tulsa families trust us. Learn more about why pet owners choose Woodland West or explore our full list of veterinary services.
AAHA Accreditation FAQs
What is AAHA?
AAHA stands for the American Animal Hospital Association, the only organization that accredits companion animal veterinary practices in the United States and Canada based on comprehensive standards of care.
Are all veterinary hospitals AAHA accredited?
No. Accreditation is voluntary, and only a small percentage of veterinary practices in North America have earned the AAHA-accredited designation.
How does a hospital become AAHA accredited?
A practice must pass a thorough on-site evaluation of hundreds of standards covering patient care, surgery, anesthesia, diagnostics, pharmacy, records, and facilities, and it must be re-evaluated regularly.
How does AAHA accreditation benefit my pet?
It means your pet receives care that meets high standards for safety, pain management, anesthesia, diagnostics, and medical record-keeping.
Does accreditation cover anesthesia and surgery?
Yes. AAHA standards include detailed requirements for anesthesia monitoring, sterile surgical technique, and pain management.
Is Woodland West Animal Hospital accepting new clients?
Yes. We welcome new dogs and cats from Tulsa and surrounding communities. Call (918) 299-1208 or request an appointment online.
Experience AAHA-Accredited Care
Give your pet the high standard of care they deserve. Call Woodland West Animal Hospital at (918) 299-1208 or visit our new clients page to get started.