your pet can't tell you if it's an emergency,
but veg's experienced vets can
Avoid the guessing game and don’t delay. From accident wounds to vomiting to complex surgeries, VEG is your local 24/7 emergency clinic for any kind of pet — even exotics.
EMERGENCY VETS AND URGENT CARE IN Chicago - Lincoln Park, IL
welcome to VEG Lincoln Park!
Dr. Eva Kruzova
Medical Director
University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy (UVMP) in Košice, Slovakia
Dr. Kruzova completed her veterinary education, then studied at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest (UVMB). She worked as a veterinary nurse in ICU and emergency, then obtained her Certificate of Qualification (CQ) for North America, to practice veterinary medicine in both the United States and Canada.
Dr. Kruzova spent three years as a general practice veterinarian in Ontario and later in Chicago, where she focused on small animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry. In 2021, she joined VEG Lincoln Park, continued her emergency education through the VEG NERD (New ER Doctor) program, then completed the VEG ER Certificate program in 2025.
Throughout her career, Dr. Kruzova developed a strong passion for emergency medicine, critical care, and leadership, driven by her dedication to providing compassionate, high-quality care to pets and their families.
As Medical Director of VEG Lincoln Park, Dr. Kruzova is committed to building a strong and positive team culture where patients receive exceptional care, pet parents feel supported, and team members are empowered to learn, grow, and thrive.
VEG animal hospital in Lincoln Park, Illinois is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to care for veterinary emergencies in Cook County and the surrounding area. Our veterinary ER team provides emergency medical care for dogs, cats, birds, and exotics.
Emergency care for your pet near you:
Open 24/7, VEG veterinary clinic in Lincoln Park can be found near the intersection of W North Ave. and N Halsted St.; just southeast of Logan Square in Chicago, and within minutes of Edgewater, Lakeview, Lincolnwood, Oak Park, and Skokie.
24-hour emergency vet care when you need us most:
Whether your dog seems dehydrated after a hot day at Wiggly Field or your cat needs urgent surgery, call us or just walk in, we’re always open—days, nights, weekends, and holidays!
Knowledgeable, compassionate ER vet care:
Get expert emergency and urgent pet care from our team of compassionate veterinary doctors, vet nurses and assistants. We’ll seamlessly collaborate with your family vet and provide overnight animal care for surgical and hospitalization cases. Best of all, you get to stay by your pet’s side throughout your visit.
Parking information for our 24-hour ER vet clinic:
The main entrance to VEG Lincoln Park is on the side of the building; there’s a parking garage alongside our hospital that’s accessible via W North Ave. Need help getting your pet inside? Just call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you out front.
Why Choose VEG ER for Pets
customer-focused veterinary emergency care
call us 24/7
Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian 24 hours a day to get your medical questions answered.
see a vet now
No appointment needed, walk in 24/7 – VEG is always open. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.
stay together
No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.
stress less
At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.
Emergency Care
Exotic Pet Care
Pet Urgent Care
End-of-life Care
Vet Surgery
Endoscopy
Pet Ultrasound
and X-rays
Diagnostics
and Testing
Treatment and
Hospitalizations
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Emergency vet care, always open and ready
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