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American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)

"Healthy Practices. Healthier Pets."

What is AAHA?

AAHA is an international association established to assist veterinarians in providing quality medical care and promoting responsible pet ownership. "Healthy Practices. Healthier Pets." is the ultimate goal of the American Animal Hospital Association

What are AAHA Standards?

Since 1933, AAHA’s leaders and other veterinary experts have developed specific written standards for companion animal practices. These standards have undergone numerous changes, but none so significant as the recent enhancements. The enhanced standards were developed in order to raise the bar of veterinary excellence. They wanted to ensure that they reflect the developments made over the past 10 years in veterinary medicine in addition to AAHA’s team philosophy.

The enhanced standards cover the following areas:

	Anesthesia: Methods for assessing anesthetic needs in patients and appropriateness of equipment
	Client Service: Communicates well with clients during all aspects of their visit
	Contagious Disease: Protocols, processes and facilities to handle contagious diseases and avoid outbreaks
	Continuing Education: Continuing education tools and opportunities for staff members
	Dentistry: Safe dental procedures that protect both the patient and staff members
	Diagnostic Imaging: Adequate equipment to generate quality diagnostic images and utilizes proper procedures and equipment to protect staff members from radiation
	Emergency/Urgent Care: Equipment, handling and process for emergencies
	Examination Facilities: Properly equipped for thorough examinations
	Housekeeping and Maintenance: Cleanliness
	Human Resources: Handling of personnel matters
	Laboratory: Laboratory services for the prompt diagnosis of patients
	Leadership: Commitment to creating a positive work environment and providing high-quality care
	Medical Records: Continuity of care through medical record details
	Pain Management: Pain assessment, management and training
	Patient Care: Humane and advantageous care to patients during all aspects of their visit
	Pharmacy: Proper handling, storing and dispensing of medications
	Safety: Safety of environment for patients, clients and team
	Surgery: Patient safety in an aseptic environment with appropriate pre- and post-operative considerations

How long has Cheam View Veterinary Hospital been a member of AAHA?

Cheam View first became a member in 1995. In May 2007 we received our latest AAHA evaluation, and passed with flying colors. AAHA membership is strictly voluntary. We are all very proud to be members of this organization.

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