VCA Schaumburg Animal Hospital

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VCA Schaumburg Animal Hospital He grew up in the Dominican Republic and then lived in Puerto Rico for several years.

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There are a number of reasons pet owner choose Schaumburg Veterinary Hospital:
1) We are open 363 days/year until 10pm for emergencies
2) We are trained in laser surgery (great for spays, neuters, and delcaws)
3) We also have a Class IV Therapy laser to relieve chronic pain in pets
4) We support a number of shelter organizations
5) We tailor your pet's care to your pet's needs
6) We genuinely care about doing what's best for your pet

Customized Care and Treatment Plans For Your Pets!

**Meet Our Veterinarians**

Joseph DeSa, DVM

Joseph rejoined Schaumburg Veterinary Hospital in September 2015. In 2005, he obtained his first job as a veterinary technician after volunteering throughout the summer in a small animal hospital. He continued this while completing his bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from the University of Puerto Rico. Joseph went back to his home country in 2008 and obtained his degree in veterinary medicine in June 2012. As part of this degree, he had to complete a doctorate thesis, focused on comparing variables associated to canine arterial hypertension. He came to the Chicago area shortly after graduation, started working in various small animal hospitals as a veterinary technician and enrolled in the PAVE program of the AAVSB. Between 2012 and 2013, Joseph took and passed all his veterinary licensing board exams. Joseph has worked in various small animal hospitals since 2006, including Schaumburg Veterinary Hospital, which he joined in January 2013. In September 2014, Joseph left Schaumburg Veterinary Hospital to pursue a veterinary clinical year at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which he completed in September 2015. This fulfilled the last requirement of PAVE’s (AAVSB) certificate process, which enabled the acquirement of an Illinois veterinary license. As part of this clinical year, he completed an anesthesia and pain management focused externship at the Buffalo Grove Specialty Center and a two-week externship in Schaumburg Veterinary Hospital. Joseph enjoys spending time with his wife and family and talking in Spanglish with his three dogs (Chispa, Morena and Gibson)

10/22/2026

Meet Toni. ✨ Technician Supervisor. Mentor. Lifelong learner. And the kind of colleague who makes everyone around her better. 🐾

Every day, Toni shows up to teach, inspire, and invest in the Associates around her — from dental wet labs to ultrasound training — because she knows what it feels like to have someone believe in you.

💙 We're so proud to have Toni on our team. Her dedication to mentorship is exactly what makes VCA a place where careers and people truly thrive.

Explore what a career at VCA could look like for you. 🌟

10/21/2026

Welcome back to - today we're learning about why our dogs roll around in things we'd rather them not 😅

Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/20/2026

This National Veterinary Technician Week, we're celebrating the incredible Associates who make our hospitals thrive — like Karen, who began as a CSR and never stopped growing and like Joanne, who sought mentorship and support to obtain her VTNE.

At VCA, we're proud to champion our veterinary technicians every step of the way — offering mentorship, encouragement, and the resources to help you reach your full potential.

To every vet tech in our VCA family: thank you. What you do matters deeply — to our teams, to our patients, and to the pet owners who trust us with their most beloved companions.

🌟 Ready to grow your career with a team that believes in you? Explore open roles at VCA. https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en

10/16/2026

🎃 Costumes, PSL's and scented candles... oh my! Be on the lookout for these potential pet hazards this fall. 🍂

And if you need support from your veterinary team, we're just a call away! Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/14/2026

Every surgery starts long before the first incision. It starts with a veterinary technician who has spent years mastering their skills, anticipating needs, monitoring vitals, and showing up fully prepared for every patient who comes through the door.

Vet techs are the heart of every OR team, and their skill and dedication make a difference every single day. At some VCA specialty hospitals, we take surgical collaboration even further. Some of our teams include Certified Surgical Technologists (CSTs) — professionals who earned specialized degrees specifically to support surgeons in the OR.

The result? Less time under anesthesia. Better outcomes. And a team that truly works as one. 💙

Because every patient is somebody's pet — and they deserve nothing less than the best.

10/13/2026

Think you know your veterinary history? Let’s put it to the test. 🩺

As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we’re looking back at the breakthroughs that have helped shape veterinary care over the past four decades.

Take the 40 Years of Breakthroughs in Veterinary Medicine quiz from Clinician's Brief and see how you score!

👉 Take the quiz - https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/quiz-40-years-breakthroughs-vet-med

10/13/2026

What trick do you want to teach your senior dog?! Remember to have their favorite treat on hand 🍬

Curious about more ways to care for your senior pet? Find your local VCA Animal Hospital at https://vcahospitals.com/find-a-hospital

10/12/2026
After so many years of dedication, compassion, and caring for others, we celebrate Dr. DeCraene as he begins his well-de...
10/06/2026

After so many years of dedication, compassion, and caring for others, we celebrate Dr. DeCraene as he begins his well-deserved retirement. ❤️ Thank you for the countless lives you’ve touched and the difference you’ve made throughout your many years of service. If you’d like to say goodbye and celebrate with Dr. DeCraene, be sure to call and schedule your final exam. Wishing you all the happiness, relaxation and new adventures this next chapter brings!

🐾 Meet this adorable Mastador puppy! 🐶💙He came in for his first wellness check, and we couldn’t get over those GIANT pup...
09/24/2026

🐾 Meet this adorable Mastador puppy! 🐶💙

He came in for his first wellness check, and we couldn’t get over those GIANT puppy paws! 🐾😍 He may be little now, but those paws are telling us he has some serious growing to do!

We’re so happy to be part of his journey and can’t wait to watch this sweet boy grow! ❤️🐶

POV: We said we needed a few minutes… and walked into the breakroom to find THIS waiting for us. 👀😂💙 Because sometimes a...
09/22/2026

POV: We said we needed a few minutes… and walked into the breakroom to find THIS waiting for us. 👀😂💙 Because sometimes all you need is a few minutes, a little treat, and your favorite coworkers to make the day better.💙

🐾 We may be closed, but you can still get help through the VCA App! 📱When our doors are closed, the VCA App can be a gre...
09/20/2026

🐾 We may be closed, but you can still get help through the VCA App! 📱

When our doors are closed, the VCA App can be a great resource for your pet’s everyday needs. You can use the app to stay connected with your pet’s care, access helpful information, and use available tools right from your phone.

📲 Download the VCA App and keep these resources handy....even when we’re not open!
https://vcahospitals.com/myvca-app

🐶🐱 Your pet’s care doesn’t have to stop when our office closes.
https://vcahospitals.com/myvca-app

🎉🐾Last week was spirit week at VCA Schaumburg! 🐾🎉What a fun week it was! Every day brought something new, something sill...
09/19/2026

🎉🐾Last week was spirit week at VCA Schaumburg! 🐾🎉

What a fun week it was! Every day brought something new, something silly, and plenty of reasons to smile. 💙

From fun themes and team spirit to one day where something new appeared in the breakroom every hour 👀🎁☕🍪We definitely kept everyone guessing!

It was such a great way to celebrate our amazing team, have a little fun, and make some memories together. 🐾
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined in and made Spirit Week so much fun and to management for making this week rememberable! 💙

🐶💚 Happy has a confession… she LOVES Veggiedent dental chews! ✨Happy is usually the type of girl who likes to hide her t...
09/18/2026

🐶💚 Happy has a confession… she LOVES Veggiedent dental chews! ✨

Happy is usually the type of girl who likes to hide her treats for later 😂🐾 But when it comes to her Veggiedent dental chew, there’s no hiding this one!
She’s happy to enjoy it right away! Plus those clean teeth are just an added bonus! 💚🐶

Call us today (847)895-7790 to get information on our VOHC approved products that we can ship right to your door!

09/17/2026

🐾 A Quick Update from VCA Schaumburg 🐾
Over the next two weeks, you may notice that appointment availability is a little more limited than usual.
Several of our doctors will be away attending continuing education events or taking time for planned family commitments, which means we will be working with a smaller doctor team for a short period of time.
We know limited availability can be frustrating and we truly appreciate your patience and understanding while we work through these next couple of weeks. Please be kind to our team — they are working very hard and doing their best to help every client and patient they can.
The good news is that this is only temporary. Our team will continue doing everything possible to support our patients, prioritize urgent needs and help you plan ahead for upcoming visits.
If you know your pet will need an appointment, medication refill or follow-up soon, please reach out early so we can help get you scheduled.
Thank you for your patience, kindness and continued trust in the VCA Schaumburg team. ❤️🐾

Meet Calcifer Yam 🐾 Relief Dr. Griffin’s little orange sidekick! Equal parts playful, spunky, and mischievous, Calcifer ...
09/14/2026

Meet Calcifer Yam 🐾 Relief Dr. Griffin’s little orange sidekick! Equal parts playful, spunky, and mischievous, Calcifer is always ready to zoom, pounce, and cause just the right amount of chaos. 🍊😹✨

As Dr. Decraene prepares for the next chapter, we would love your help creating something special for him. 💙🐾We are putt...
09/14/2026

As Dr. Decraene prepares for the next chapter, we would love your help creating something special for him. 💙🐾
We are putting together a memory book filled with kind words, favorite memories and photos from the many years he has spent caring for pets and their families.
If Dr. Decraene has cared for your pet at either Wise Road or VCA Schaumburg, we would love for you to share a photo, a favorite memory, a funny story or simply a few words about what he has meant to you and your family.
Whether it is a picture from years ago, a special moment you remember or just a thank-you you have always wanted to share, we would love to include it.
Please share your photos and memories in the comments or send them to us directly so we can help fill his book with the many lives and pets he has touched throughout his career. ❤️🐶🐱

Address

1614 W Wise Road
Schaumburg, IL
60193

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 3pm

Telephone

(847) 895-7790

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