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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Midland Park, NJ
Midland Park Veterinary Hospital has served the Midland Park, NJ area for over two decades, providing comprehensive veterinary care for small animals and exotic pets. Founded by Dr. John Shokoff and Dr. Dean J. Cerf, our practice combines nearly 60 years of collective experience in advanced veterinary medicine with a commitment to personalized, family-centered care. Our team utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, including digital radiography and in-house laboratories, to deliver precise and timely treatments. We specialize in wellness exams, senior pet care, surgical procedures, and emergency services, ensuring pets receive holistic care throughout their lives.Our clinic prioritizes client education, offering resources on preventative care, nutrition, and disease management. With affiliations to leading veterinary organizations, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering a welcoming environment for pets and owners alike. Our dedication to compassionate care and continuous improvement has earned us recognition as a trusted community resource for pet health.
Services
Wellness Exams
Senior Pet Care
Vaccinations
Dental Services
Surgery
Diagnostics
Laser Therapy
Avian & Exotic Care
Parasite Prevention
Online Pharmacy
Highlights and features
- We offer nearly 60 years of combined veterinary experience with advanced medical expertise.
- Our hospital provides 24/7 emergency care for urgent pet health needs.
- We deliver personalized senior pet care plans tailored to aging requirements.
- Our in-house diagnostics enable rapid, accurate treatment decisions.
- We maintain affiliations with leading veterinary specialty organizations.
Associations and certifications
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- American Medical Hospital Association
- American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery, Inc.
- Veterinary Endoscopic Society
- Veterinary Cancer Society
- American Association of Feline Practitioners
- American Association of Rehab Veterinarians
- Association of Avian Veterinarians
- Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians
- Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians
What people say
Extremely knowledgeable
Patient and thorough
Peaceful euthanasia process
Accurate second opinions
Compassionate staff
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams assess pets' overall health through physical evaluations, body condition scoring, and tailored vaccination plans. We address owner concerns while emphasizing preventative care to maintain long-term health. Services include nutritional counseling and lifestyle-specific medical guidance for pets at every life stage.
Senior Pet Care
Specialized senior care includes bi-annual exams with advanced diagnostics like bloodwork and dental assessments. We develop customized treatment plans addressing age-related conditions while focusing on pain management and quality-of-life improvements for older pets.
Diagnostics
On-site diagnostic capabilities include digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory services. We perform blood chemistry analyses, disease screenings, and imaging studies to enable rapid diagnosis and treatment planning for both routine and emergency cases.
Surgery
Our surgical suite handles routine and complex procedures with pre-anesthetic bloodwork, ECG monitoring, and advanced pain management. Services include spay/neuter operations, soft tissue surgeries, and emergency interventions using human-grade anesthetic protocols.
Avian & Exotic Care
We provide specialized care for birds and exotic pets through wellness exams, parasite screening, and diagnostic testing. Our services include nutritional consultations, behavior assessments, and treatment for species-specific conditions affecting reptiles, small mammals, and avian patients.
People
John Shokoff
Veterinarian
Dr. Shokoff brings decades of experience in advanced veterinary medicine, specializing in diagnostics and surgical procedures. He emphasizes compassionate care while maintaining affiliations with multiple veterinary specialty organizations.
Dean J. Cerf
Veterinarian
Dr. Cerf contributes extensive expertise in exotic pet care and geriatric medicine. His practice focuses on personalized treatment plans and community-based veterinary services for small animals and avian patients.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, senior pet care, diagnostics, surgery, avian/exotic care, dental services, and emergency treatment for small animals and exotic pets.
Do you handle emergency pet care?
Yes, we welcome emergency cases during regular business hours and offer 24/7 urgent care guidance through our on-call services.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and pet insurance plans. Payment plans may be available for extensive treatments with prior approval.
Are you equipped for senior pet care?
Our senior care program includes bi-annual exams, bloodwork, dental assessments, and customized treatment plans to address age-related health concerns in pets.
Do you treat exotic animals?
Yes, we provide specialized care for birds, reptiles, and small mammals including wellness exams, parasite screening, and species-specific diagnostics.
What diagnostic tools are available?
Our on-site diagnostics include digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory testing, and ECG monitoring for comprehensive medical evaluations.
Reviews (4)
Barbara Hand
Jan 06, 2022
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I can not say enough wonderful things about Dr. Shokoff and his team. He is an extraordinarily talented AND compassionate vet (sadly the two dont always go hand in hand). He also explains issues and options in terms someone like me can understand lol. And doesnt push needless (and expensive!) procedures and tests on you and your pet unless they are truly called for (Ridgewood Vet Hospital, are you listening??). His entire team are wonderful. Kind, compassionate , go out of their way to help you and your pet. I have recommended many pet families to Midland Park and they have ALL been happy
Tylee Sosa
Sep 24, 2021
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Amazing staff, great atmosphere, the Vet explains everything before anything is done. would 100% recommend
Margaret Hurley
Mar 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
The staff and doctor are very welcoming and loving to my Penelope. Also, very informative and available if I ever need them.
The staff and doctor are very welcoming and loving to my Penelope. Also, very informative and available if I ever need them.
Julie Quinones
Mar 15, 2021
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If theres any vet you need to bring your pet to, its this one! I recently adopted a baby sun conure parrot and was looking for a reliable vet to have her first examination. Knowing birds are very delicate, I wanted to make sure that she was in good hands. I then stumbled upon this hospital and if I can give more than 5 stars for the experience, I would. The staff, vet techs and doctor were so welcoming and friendly. Dr. Shokoff is an amazing vet and handled my parrot with care and was very informative about treatment options as well as providing other useful information. Today I brought
