Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Mechanicsburg, PA
Gettysburg Pike Animal Clinic has been nurturing the health and happiness of pets since 2010. Our team, led by Dr. Barbara Ramos-Rivera, combines decades of veterinary expertise with a compassionate, personalized approach to care. We specialize in wellness exams, advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and alternative therapies like acupuncture and laser treatment. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures pets receive cutting-edge care while maintaining the warmth of a family-oriented practice. Located in Mechanicsburg, PA, we serve Central Pennsylvania communities with dedication to building trust through individualized attention and unwavering advocacy for every pet's well-being. 
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Spaying/Neutering
Laser Surgery
Dental Care
Pain Management
Microchipping
Cremation Services
Digital Radiography
Acupuncture
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care with same-day appointments for established patients.
- Our team includes certified professionals in acupuncture and veterinary spinal therapy.
- We utilize advanced diagnostics including digital thermal imaging and laser surgery.
- Our staff has over 20 years of combined experience in companion animal care.
- We provide compassionate end-of-life services with memorial keepsakes included.
What people say
Compassionate manner
Personalized wellness plans
Genuine conversation
Advanced diagnostic tools
Pain management expertise
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams include vaccinations, parasite prevention, and early disease detection through bloodwork. We create customized preventive care plans tailored to your pet's age and lifestyle. Regular checkups help maintain optimal health while building trust between pets, owners, and our veterinary team.
Laser Surgery
This advanced surgical technique reduces pain, bleeding, and recovery time for procedures like mass removals and spays. Our FDA-cleared Companion Therapy Laser also treats chronic pain and inflammation in geriatric pets. The precision technology ensures safer operations with minimal discomfort for your companion.
End-of-Life Services
We provide compassionate euthanasia and cremation services with personalized memorial options. Our team supports emotional needs during difficult decisions while maintaining dignity for pets and owners. Keepsake items like custom urns and fur clippings honor your pet's legacy.
Digital Radiography
Our digital X-ray system produces high-resolution images for diagnosing fractures, heart conditions, and internal abnormalities. The technology allows immediate image sharing with specialists for second opinions while maintaining detailed electronic health records for ongoing care tracking.
Alternative Therapies
We combine traditional veterinary medicine with acupuncture, massage, and veterinary spinal manipulative therapy. These treatments improve mobility, manage chronic pain, and enhance organ function through non-invasive techniques tailored to each pet's specific health needs.
People
Dr. Barbara Ramos-Rivera
Veterinarian
Graduate of Auburn University's Veterinary School with certifications in acupuncture and VSMT. Practicing in Central PA for 20+ years, she owns the clinic since 2015. Specializes in integrative medicine approaches.
Tiffany Myers
Office Manager
Veterinary technician since 2005 with surgical and dental expertise. Joined GPAC in 2015. Manages clinic operations while maintaining hands-on patient care involvement.
Cassandra Gainey
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary assistant since 2017. Provides compassionate patient handling and client education. Coordinates with local shelters for community animal welfare initiatives.
Michele McAlpine
Receptionist
Veterinary assistant and front-desk specialist joined in 2025. Coordinates appointments and maintains medical records while providing empathetic client communication.
Questions
What services does Gettysburg Pike Animal Clinic offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, dental care, alternative therapies, diagnostics, and end-of-life services for companion animals.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients by phone appointment. Established patients can book appointments online through our website.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing options for veterinary services and medications.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Our regular hours are Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM. We do not currently offer evening or weekend appointments.
Can I order medications online?
Yes, our online pharmacy allows prescription refills for food, medications, and preventatives with convenient in-clinic pickup.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, Carlisle, Dillsburg, and surrounding Central Pennsylvania communities.
Reviews (4)
Laura McKeown
Aug 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Reliability,Value
Totally awesome experience. Dr. Ramos Rivera is very knowledgeable and spent like 45 minutes with me for just a routine visit! She even clipped her back nails for no cost. Very compassionate and the best vet Ive been to. You can tell animals are her passion. Very reasonably priced too for the visit and vaccines.
Totally awesome experience. Dr. Ramos Rivera is very knowledgeable and spent like 45 minutes with me for just a routine visit! She even clipped her back nails for no cost. Very compassionate and the best vet Ive been to. You can tell animals are her passion. Very reasonably priced too for the visit and vaccines.
Dylan Day
Aug 06, 2021
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Possibly the most understanding and considerate vet in the Mechanicsburg Area, and her assistants are always polite and considerate! Always given spectacular service and highly recommend you take your furry friends here!
Jessica Stein
Jul 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness
Very informative and helpful. I always appreciate Dr. Ramos-Rivera taking the time to explain every appointment all while comforting our dog Rex. We are glad to have found such a great Veterinarian close to home.
Very informative and helpful. I always appreciate Dr. Ramos-Rivera taking the time to explain every appointment all while comforting our dog Rex. We are glad to have found such a great Veterinarian close to home.
Patricia Young
Jun 25, 2021
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All heart and expertise combined with personalized care to both pet and pet parent which is very hard to find these days when big corporations are buying up veterinary practices dictating algorithmic and depersonalized care. Thank you to this Doctor and Team!
