Compassionate, Personalized Veterinary Dermatological Care
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We know collaboration is key -- our team will always partner closely with you and your primary care veterinarian to provide the best possible care for your pet and we are committed to keeping you informed every step of the way. We strive to provide the highest quality, personalized dermatological care. We take great pride in our ability to create a fully-tailored and customized experience for each individual client and patient.
Britt Levy, VMD, DACVD
Meet Dr. Levy
VMD, DACVD
Dr. Levy began her studies at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, from which she graduated in 2015. She then continued her training with internships at BluePearl Pet Hospital in Michigan and at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, followed by a 3-year residency in Veterinary Dermatology and Immunology at North Carolina State University.
Our Services
Dr. Levy, a board-certified veterinary dermatologist, and her team focus exclusively on diagnosing and treating diseases of the skin and ears.
Allergy Testing & Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy is a treatment for environmental allergies and is based on a skin or blood test. It can be administered subcutaneously as shots or sublingually as drops. Allergy shots/drops contain small amounts of relevant allergens, based on a pet’s test results, and gradually retrain their immune system to not react to these allergens anymore over time.
Cryotherapy/
Electrocautery
Cryotherapy involves using liquid nitrogen to freeze and destroy cells. This practice is most helpful for treatment of viral warts.
Electrocautery is the use of heat to cut through and remove unwanted tissue. It is very useful for removing small benign skin masses or “skin tags” without the need for anesthesia or sedation.
Skin Biopsy
For some issues, a diagnosis can only be obtained by examining a sample of the skin under a microscope (often with the use of special stains). Patients are typically sedated and a small (6-8mm) sample of skin is removed under local anesthesia.The site is closed with sutures and patients go home the same day. These samples are then sent to a pathologist at the University of Pennsylvania with special expertise in Dermatopathology - results are returned within 7-10 days.
Fluorescent Light Energy Therapy (PHOVIA)
PHOVIA involves use of a special full-spectrum, non-invasive, painless fluorescent light device in combination with a light-activated gel to accelerate the skin’s natural healing process. This practice is best suited for “hot spots'' and non-healing wounds. See https://phoviausa.com/ for more detailed information.
TESTIMONIALS
What Clients Are Saying
“Dr. Levy was so patient with Bailey and really worked with us to examine her without feeling judged. After our visit she emailed me an IN DEPTH review of our visit and provided so much education to help me better understand how to help Bailey. I highly highly recommend Dr. Levy!”
“Everything was explained to us in simple terms that made sense. The doctor and her staff were caring, compassionate, listened, analyzed Shania's condition and gave us suggestions with great confidence and experience.”
“Dr. Britt Levy had clearly spent time reviewing our information before we came in so she already knew my dog’s history and my concerns for his condition. This allowed more time to be spent working directly with my dog and explaining my options.”
Where to Find Us
Pet Dermatology Center
Located in the heart of Old City, Pet Dermatology Center is accessible from all major highways, including I-95, I-676, I-76 and public transit. There is ample garage and street parking nearby for when you arrive. Though on-street parking is often available on Letitia Street, it is first-come, first-serve and limited to a 2-hour period.
Covered garage:
Strawberry Parking
Enter on 2nd between Market and Chestnut
37 S 2nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19106
Uncovered garage:
E-Z Park, Inc.
Enter on Chestnut between 2nd and Front
36 S Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Meter parking:
- Front Street between Market and Chestnut
- Chestnut Street between 2nd and Front
Both locations accept payment via a credit card, the MeterUp app or the ParkMobile app
Where to Find Us
Pet Dermatology Center
Located in the heart of Old City, Pet Dermatology Center is accessible from all major highways, including I-95, I-676, I-76 and public transit. There is ample garage and street parking nearby for when you arrive. Though on-street parking is often available on Letitia Street, it is first-come, first-serve and limited to a 2-hour period.
Covered garage:
Strawberry Parking
Enter on 2nd between Market and Chestnut
37 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Uncovered garage:
E-Z Park, Inc.
Enter on Chestnut between 2nd and Front
36 S Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Meter parking:
- Front Street between Market and Chestnut
- Chestnut Street between 2nd and Front
Both locations accept payment via a credit card, the MeterUp app or the ParkMobile app
