Maywood Veterinary Clinic

I just had my cat there after she had a seizure (first one ever in nearly 14 years). After the normal exam, I got bloodwork, 3 X-rays, and a urinalysis. The upsell and increase in prices is awful. Dr. Lower examined her. As far as the exam, she barely checked her teeth. She lifted one side and looked for 2 seconds and told me she has dental disease at a 3 (which I later found out was wrong). She told me by looking at her bloodwork from two years ago that she has kidney disease (which was also wrong). She barely looked at her ears. Even after seeing her current bloodwork, she told me there was concern for her kidneys. Before leaving, I asked her to look at her teeth again, because my cat just had a dental cleaning less than two years ago & should not have dental disease. She told me “some cats are just not blessed with the genes”. She told me the tartar is in the back, not the front, and did not look at her teeth again. Nice, right? A short, incompetent examination, and she charges me $40 more than a regular wellness exam, titling it “injury and illness examination”. My cat is not ill or injured. The exam was no different than a normal exam, in fact it wasn’t thorough at all. She was short with answers to questions I had, trying to understand what’s going on. She kept starting her replies with “Like I said”.. which is arrogant & rude. After spending $1000, I left there more confused and still had no idea what was causing the seizures. The way she spoke made it seem like I should get an MRI of her brain and she was telling me it’s anywhere from $3000 to $10,000. None of this sat right with me. I went home and did all my own research, and after getting the blood work results researched absolutely everything. I am not a veterinarian yet I could determine she has nothing wrong with her kidneys. In my gut I knew I needed a second opinion from a more experienced competent vet. $200 later, I found out that my cat was misdiagnosed TWICE and did NOT need to be living on a quite serious anti-seizure medication for the rest of her life that Lower put her on. Luckily I stopped giving it to her after she vomited a day later and had diarrhea. A different vet there, Natalia, said the vomiting could be due to her reaction of the medication and then put her on phenobarbital. Luckily nothing felt right and I didn’t give that to her. Even though I did spend $50 on both of these medication‘s that I ended up not needing! My current vet that I’m so grateful I went to, treated her for intestinal upset. He told me she does not have kidney disease, nothing even close to that, she does not have dental disease, & she should absolutely not be living on an anti-seizure medication. It is too soon to put her on that medication. Only after consistent and frequent seizures should they go on that type of medication. It’s addicting, it changes the chemistry in the brain, & they live every day in sedation. It’s a serious medication that should not be taken lightly. Please I strongly emphasize every pet parent, do your own research. Trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, it’s probably because it isn’t. Vets can be wrong & incompetent! My cat is doing great now, getting back to herself. I will never ever return to Maywood vets. Veterinarians should be educated about nutrition & how better quality food can be healing, as well as environment. Most vets just push food like Science Hill and Royal Canin, which they get kick backs. They get paid to recommend this food by the companies that they work with hand-in-hand. Dry food is NOT healthy. And most vets push medication. Pharmaceutical companies pay them to push these drugs! When it’s necessary, it can be life saving, but if an animal doesn’t have to live on a medication they shouldn’t! The long term use can cause damage to their organs, usually liver and kidneys. There’s potential of other harmful side effects. Please educate yourself on the health of your animals. Find a vet that spends time talking to you and considers ALL and cares. It’s expensive, you should get the best care possible.

As new pet parents, we were so excited to start our journey with our Dixie. We brought her into Maywood Vet clinic 3 days after getting her and instantly felt the love from the staff and Vets. We’ve unfortunately gotten some tough news that she’s heartworm positive and has other G.I. issues and again the staff has answered all our questions, dealt with my tears over the phone, and made us feel validated in our concern. Wouldn’t want our little girl to be treated anywhere else.

Here’s an example of a glowing review for Dr. Girgis: I cannot recommend Dr. Girgis enough! As the owner of a French bulldog, I know how tricky it can be to find a veterinarian who truly understands the unique needs of this breed, but Dr. Girgis has exceeded all my expectations. From the moment you walk into the clinic, the warmth and professionalism of the staff immediately set the tone for a positive experience. Dr. Girgis is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and thorough. He takes the time to answer all my questions (and I always have a lot!) and ensures that every concern I have about my dog’s health is addressed with care. His gentle demeanor instantly puts my Frenchie at ease, which is no small feat given how nervous dogs can get in a vet’s office. What truly sets Dr. Girgis apart is his genuine love for animals. He treats every pet like they’re part of his family, and it’s evident in the way he handles them and in the detailed follow-up care he provides. Whether it’s routine checkups, vaccinations, or more complicated health issues, I trust him wholeheartedly to provide the best care possible. If you’re looking for a veterinarian who combines expertise, compassion, and an unmatched dedication to your pet’s well-being, Dr. Girgis is the one. My French bulldog is thriving, and I owe so much of that to the outstanding care we’ve received! Would you like to personalize this further?

Highly recommend for polite, efficient, and dog-friendly service. Recently my dog suffered some injuries and was too nervous to jump onto the table to be reviewed. The vet did not waste one moment to sit down on the floor with her, make her comfortable, and treat her. We drive out of our way from Newark to go to this vet!

I didn’t have a good experience with this place overall. I have been told different amount on the phone however I have been charged more than that. I brought my cat for getting a vaccination, and doctor is asking if I am sure if my cat got the surgery, its my cat ofcourse I know she got surgery, doesn’t change if its not on the record I gave. This was my first and last time to use this clinic. Do they take care of animals, absolutely yes!