Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine
NYC's Premier Exotic-Exclusive Hospital - Open 7 Days a Week
The Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine is New York City's premier exotic animal hospital, located in the heart of Manhattan on Columbus Avenue. The hospital is the ONLY exclusive exotics and avian veterinary hospital in NYC, treating birds, small mammals (including rabbits, rodents, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, and sugar gliders), reptiles, amphibians, fish, small ruminants, and wildlife as pets. The clinic's experienced team includes board-certified specialists with advanced training in avian, reptile, and exotic mammal medicine. Dr. Anthony Pilny is Board Certified in Avian Practice (DABVP), and Dr. Jessica Grodio holds a PhD from Cornell in Comparative Biomedical Sciences focusing on avian diseases. The hospital provides state-of-the-art medical and surgical care seven days a week, making us uniquely accessible in NYC. The facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment and the clinic maintain a full support staff of veterinary nurses and assistants trained specifically in exotic animal care.
Exotic Species Treated at Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine
Includes: parrots, cockatiels, macaws, amazons, conures, budgies
Includes: snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, iguanas, bearded dragons
Includes: rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, mice, chinchillas
Includes: frogs, toads, salamanders, axolotls, newts
Includes: koi, goldfish, tropical fish, all aquatic species
Includes: squirrels, pigeons, other urban wildlife
Veterinary Services & Capabilities
wellness examinations
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
preventive care
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
vaccinations
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
advanced medical care
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
diagnostic imaging
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
digital radiography
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
advanced surgical care
Surgical & Dental Care
soft tissue surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
After-Hours Online Triage & Exotic Pet Coverage Options
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Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine Reviews & Pet Owner Feedback
4.6 out of 5
(based on 380 verified reviews)
Sarah L.
2024-11
Dr. Pilny is board certified in avian medicine and it absolutely shows. He took excellent care of my macaw and explained everything thoroughly. The fact that they're open 7 days a week is a huge plus for exotic pet owners in NYC!
David M.
2024-10
The ONLY exotic-exclusive vet in Manhattan! Dr. Grodio has a PhD in avian diseases from Cornell and her knowledge is incredible. My finches received exceptional care. Highly recommend for any bird owner in NYC.
Emily R.
2024-09
Dr. Wilson is fantastic with rabbits. The staff is knowledgeable and caring. It's so convenient to have an exotic-only vet right in Manhattan that's open on weekends. They've been taking care of my bunny for years.