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September 2022 by Jenine Bober
This group is very kind and thoughtful to my dog who is very skittish as well as being very thorough in their exam
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September 2022 by L
I used to leave 5 stars for years. (I joked that through years I spent little mercedes there). K. Junkas was like idol to me, so nice, so wonderful, so gentle, so kind.. Until mistake happened which was followed by dramatic emergency visit ending with eutanesia.(blood test per dr. Junkas was normal, per me as icu nurse show liver cancer (blood cells count was off), dr. Junkas insisted dog has tachycardia as cardiac issue and nothing wrong otherwise, and we need cardiologist. I let her convince me, wasted time on searching specialist. Few weeks later i seen my dog suddenly pale and not able to walk, well after ER expensive visit it turned out dog never had cardiac issue. It was tumor on liver/spleen that ruptured and dog massively internaly bled out. That said, there exist two very similar tumors, one type is agressive and the other benign, we will never know which one our dog had, as there werent time to do biopsy now.) And even though i didnt blame her for honest mistake and kept coming with my other dogs and parrot, after all i believed we had relationship through the time (naive ik), i was one of her very first "patients" when K. Junkas started. But very shortly afterwards this event things were deteriorating and i was to my ugly shock told im not welcome anymore. Also i see that mine and few others people negative reviews "expired". Not sure how that happens. So here goes my personal experience again ;)
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August 2022 by Lucy
I used to leave 5 stars for years. (I joked that through years I spent little mercedes there). K. Junkas was like idol to me, so nice, so wonderful, so gentle, so kind.. Until mistake happened which was followed by dramatic emergency visit ending with eutanesia.(blood test per dr. Junkas was normal, per me as icu nurse show liver cancer (blood cells count was off), dr. Junkas insisted dog has tachycardia as cardiac issue and nothing wrong otherwise, and we need cardiologist. I let her convince me, wasted time on searching specialist. Few weeks later i seen my dog suddenly pale and not able to walk, well after ER expensive visit it turned out dog never had cardiac issue. It was tumor on liver/spleen that ruptured and dog massively internaly bled out. That said, there exist two very similar tumors, one type is agressive and the other benign, we will never know which one our dog had, as there werent time to do biopsy now.) And even though i didnt blame her for honest mistake and kept coming with my other dogs and parrot, after all i believed we had relationship through the time (naive ik), i was one of her very first "patients" when K. Junkas started. But very shortly afterwards this event things were deteriorating and i was to my ugly shock told im not welcome anymore. Also i see that mine and few others people negative reviews "expired". Not sure how that happens. So here goes my personal experience again ;)
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March 2022 by JeannaRobert Polacek
Highly recommend. We ended up at Wright for oncology. Awful circumstances, but we are blessed to have found the best. Wish we knew about Wright sooner for our regular vet care.
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January 2022 by Jeanna Polacek
Thank you to Wright Animal Hospital and Dr Junkas for doing everything possible for our boy. His lymphoma diagnosis was absolutely devastating at just 7 years old. He is a child to us. Dr Junkas did absolutely everything and then some for him. Unfortunately, he became resistant to everything and even in the end the team and Dr Junkas were a God send. They never pushed anything on us and continued to have hope even on his final day. It truly helped get me through his practically weekly treatments for 8+ months. We never felt like they gave up on him even when it was becoming clear it was nearing the end. Hope always remained, but at the same time Dr Junkas was honest so we knew what could happen. I am glad for her honesty, while still remaining hopeful and it helped us enjoy all the time we received because of his treatments more. We wish we had many many more years with the best boy, but are at peace that we did everything we could for him and he still wagged his tail and loved through it all. Dr Junkas is one in a million and if we ever find it in our heart to get another dog in time, we will be taking the drive to Wright for their care. Thank you again for everything.
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October 2021 by Natali D.
Dr. Junkas is just the best vet around, period. She has a wealth of knowledge. Where most vets stop, and say, there's nothing else to try... she always, always has something more to offer. My 15 year old Puggle has been treated by her for both chronic Rhinitis and Bronchitis for the past year now. Dr. Junkas was the only vet that I visited that felt confident in treating my dog with an inhaled steroid. She listens to you and is truly your partner in care. She always returns emails and calls promptly. And, even in the times of Covid, she always takes the time to speak to me in person about my furry family member. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for top-notch, exemplary veterinary care.
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September 2021 by Joe Los
Dr. Junkas is amazing. Very kind and helpful
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May 2021 by Caroline M.
I cannot express how grateful I am to find Dr.Kaczor! She has helped tremendously with my 1 year old Pitbull that has severe allergies. My dog has made HUGE progress on handling those allergies all thanks to Dr.Kaczor! Would HIGHLY recommend to everyone out there that has a dog that is suffering with allergies!
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April 2021 by Mary M.
A few years our dog, Henry, was diagnosed and treated for lymphoma by Dr. Junkas. Our experience from start to finish was tremendous. Dr. Junkas was superb in both her expertise and her bedside manor. We have treated another dog for lymphoma elsewhere and let me say the service provided was not near as good as that provided at Wright. Fast forward a couple of years and a new dog, Ethan. Ethan has epilepsy and was recently diagnosed with lots of allergies. We are now working with Dr. Kaczor. What a remarkable doctor. In the midst of a pandemic, she is able to treat and consult with us with perfection. Needless to say, I highly recommend this vet clinic.
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March 2021 by Theresa Andrea C.
I moved to Illinois a year ago and was worried about having my Chi get used to a new vet. I was a little anxious about getting my Chi under anesthesia but Dr. Kaczor and staff at this hospital were warm, friendly and informative. Dr. Kaczor provided frequent updates during my dog's dental work. She seems like she cares and is knowledgeable. I'm moving to the city in a couple months but I think I'll keep coming back to this hospital.
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March 2021 by Jasmin A
Dr. Junkas is amazing. Very kind and helpful
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February 2021 by Anna C.
Our story started many years ago when place was kinda - s*** with kitten foundling we found by road. We were customers when Dr. Junkas started working there and she was AWESOME!!! she attended out birds, she was an expert on hounds and anesthesia for them, she would be extremely kind, and she saved our dog, when she insisted on test I tried to refuse. All staff was just awesome and we knew how darn lucky we are to be part of this. Everyone would go above and beyond, being there even if that meant they stay longer. Things happened, and once unfortunately our dog died, there were things missed, but even though that does not guarantee he would things would do differently and anyway mistakes happen to every single person, I think we never complained about it, we took it pretty cool. As a matter of a fact, Dr. Junkas tried in her free time, over the holiday weekend and secured and emergency help for us back then. Unfortunately this all got affected when receptionist left. New replacement.. she would give an attitude. I showed up for an appointment for nails I called day before and received nasty attitude from new receptionist accusing me of lying. I took out phone and showed her phone call history, she still insisted I am liar. Next time when we had an appointment for our bird (we were going on for years with him) This new receptionist turned us away saying that Dr. Junkas (who were always taking care of our bird) is not doing birds, and it is only dr. so and so and we need to leave. Each time I would call, there was an attitude and issue. I had to have my husband called. (And yes, I started giving this person who was nasty to me and than turn and is super sweet and innocent with her boss). I was shocked when we were diplomatically told we have a choice to go elsewhere. I was pretty shocked I wont lie. And we were happy with the medical care and treatment by technicians and veterinarian. For me those years - it meant something and I thought we had great relationship. When you asked why we did not after this pick everything and stormed out. Thought trust me I thought of it. Yesterday we called to find out if we can bring our dog in as he developed quickly some growth that seemed infected. They tried to accommodate us. Which we appreciated, but as they seemed really busy we find walk in clinic near and took our doggie there. I called the Wright AH to let them know, that they don't have to stress about it, we took dog elsewhere, just to received evening phone call I can bring him in next day. Message did not get through. None of the ladies who picks a phone introduce themselves... messages gets in cracks... So I called today to let them know, I was decent person and called them to let them know yesterday we took our dog elsewhere. Person who pick up phone - did not introduce herself. Doctor is nice, technicians are awesome (if you get pass the reception.. ), but this reception thing - that unfortunately effects all. And I am not surprised to read now that other people here giving low stars due to issue they run into . But it truly is - with receptionist. (Some other lady was turned away with her bird in same manner year ago... I see nothing changed) seems that issue persist. Someone else described problem with his appointment... yep, yep.. I know, it is reception in my experience and opinion. But I see it as hopeless at this point, so yes, we will have to find service somewhere else as we were suggested, even after being customers since the wood s*** times.
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September 2020 by Ljubisa K.
I would like to bring to everyone's attention a practice we've spotted at this vets office on the very second visit. My daughter took her puppy in for the regular check up and second round of vaccination. Pup is only 4 mo and had no issues but it is on a smaller side weight wise. After the initial visit vet suggested that the second vaccine is given with a week delay in order to spare the pup any unnecessary pain. First visit was over with this and one vaccine was given. Office visit right around $120 and change. My daughter comes in for the second vaccine a week later and she's handed her pup and another bill this time for $140 and change. She's looking over the bill and it all makes sense until she comes across ANOTER charge for the well exam. Mind you, in the situation like this with humans on the second visit nurse checks your temp and you're charged "nurse exam" at much lower rate but here they said (when questioned) that this is the law. We even spoke to the vet in the phone this was Sat, Sept 26th, and she was nasty and impolite. Kept acting as if it's OK to put hand in your pocket and kept saying how we don't care about the pup. No, I simply don't care about greedy and unethical people who are looking to steal at any chance they get. She told us not to call again as someone form the office will call us. Today they called, tried to say it's the law to charge that exam fee before the second vaccine. Once pressed hard woman (yes I know the difference between the woman and the lady) from their office admitted it's not a law but their practice to do so and they had no intention of refunding our money. Please be aware: when they offer to split vaccination of your puppy it's not because they care about the animal but they simply follow their own protocol of charging you extra. Simple. Vile. Disgusting.
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May 2020 by Jack Campbell
Good people that practice good medicine!
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May 2020 by Millissa N
Thank you for the care and professionalism for my senior kitty.
