Advanced Veterinary Hospital

I recently visited Dr. Gerard's office after I found one of our neighborhood cats was sick. He and Lois are amazing. He was knowledgeable, empathetic, and helped me put together a plan to get this sweet cat healthy. Lois helped facilitate the whole process and even called at 8pm one night to check in after we had another cat neutered. What an amazing team! We will definitely be staying with this outstanding practice. Thank you!

The veterinarian is very good. He explains in detail everything you need to know about your pet. Works with clients on a variety of treatment options.
Since moved from the area but wish I could have taken this Veterinarian with me. He is amazing. Great service for you and your pets.

Was heading out of town and desperately Needed update shots for my new 3 month old German Shepard before taking her to boarding. My daughter and I were all over town looking for a good Vet to take in our Asia, Everyone was either booked or not accepting any new patients. So after riding around and calling for some hours I told my daughter this would be our last stop for the day… Lucked up and there was a canceled appointment 😄 so Asia could be seen immediately. IM SO GLAD I CAME HERE!!! Dr. Gerard definitely knew his stuff when it came to our new German Shepard puppy 🐾 answered our questions and made suggestions, you can tell he has a love for animals. He took great care of Asia ❤

I took my new dog Bella to AVH today for the first time. They were Great. My previous vet could not see him till Monday. I really wanted to get her in before that. I had a bad experience at a local shelter. I called this morning and they fit me in today. They were Friendly Helpful and reasonably priced. Dr. Gerard spoke with and told me what to expect with my new dog. It felt like I had been going there for years and it was truly a pleasure to do business with them. I am very happy to have found them and looking forward to bringing Bella in the future.

We take our mini goldendoodle and kitten to Dr. Gerard, and I couldn’t ask for a better vet! He always listens to our concerns, takes his time explaining directions in detail, and was very accessible when we had a small emergency one night after hours. Ms. Lois is an incredibly caring receptionist and goes above and beyond for our pets. I’m so grateful we chose to take our little guys here; We will miss them when we move next year!

We have taken our three dogs to this vet for a few years now and they are wonderful. Dr. Gerard is patient, very knowledgeable, and makes sure you understand your pet's condition. Lois and the rest of the staff is very kind and supportive. I've never had a problem getting my dogs' an appointment. I recommend Dr. Gerard to everyone we talk to in need of a vet.

Gizzy my little Chihuahua, wasn't feeling well and we came to Dr. Gerard and he is the most through vet and Lois is always so kind and treats your pets as if they were there own. Dr. Gerard takes his time explaining what is/was wrong and how to prevent/cure it. They don't rush you out the door or try to sell you overpriced, unnecessary products, tests, services, or prescription recovery food. I highly recommend this establishment. Even when my little Dezi passed away the staff gave me time after they were closed to say my good byes and helped me with the arrangements with Mr. Bullock. I cannot say enough positive words about this establishment. You are more than a number there you really are a member of their extended family!!!

My wife and I live in Jacksonville but were visiting our daughter in Sumter. While our grandson was walking our small dog, Pumpkin, she was attacked by a large dog and suffered several injuries. We chose Advanced Veterinary Hospital for emergency treatment simply because they were close to our daughter's house but, WOW, were we fortunate to have made that choice. Dr. Gerard was absolutely fantastic and his compassion for helping animals was quite obvious. I've dealt with many good veterinarians over the years, but Dr. Gerard is the BEST I have ever experienced. So thank you to the fine staff and, most of all, to Dr. Gerard for the wonderful treatment of Pumpkin. By the way, I thought the charges for an emergency treatment on a Saturday, which included an X-ray, other diagnostics and medications, was very reasonable. The pet owners in Sumter are certainly fortunate to have Advanced Veterinary and Dr. Gerard in their area!

Hands down the most thorough vet care and professionalism. Mrs Lois the receptionist is always willing to help and offer support. Dr Gerard is extremely skilled and doesn’t approach cases with a cookie cutter answer. You won’t find compassion like theirs at many practices. We appreciate their attention to detail and focus on the patient. I’ve seen many reviews where someone called in wanting a price....well it’s not about price....it’s about the level of care you receive....that’s why you don’t get a box answer. He’s always been willing to work within what we were able to do. All being said, they’ve been there for us for over a decade, rejoiced in our successes and grieved with us in our losses. He’s far beyond what you normally find at a general practice vet. You won’t regret becoming a client.

We've been going to Dr. Gerard with our two cats for a few years now. We find him very thorough and you can tell he really cares about our furbabies. He and Lois have been nothing but kind, courteous, professional, and compassionate in their care of our cats and I would recommend this practice to anyone.

I came to SC running away from hurricane Irma, my dog Mya, got sick with nose bleed, my dog been an old dog I was very concerned. I was looking for a veterinarian and due the bad weather every clinic I called was closed due the bad the bad weather, except this clinic. I explain the receptionist by phone what was happening with my dog and she told me bring your dog right away.
Dr. Gerald took the time to explain me the treatment and what he thought was wrong with my dog, even before giving any treatment to my dog he let me know the costs of different laboratories to make sure I was ok with the lab test. Dr. Gerald has a lot of knowledge of his work and he has a lot of patience.
I'm glad we find this clinic and Dr. Gerald.

I highly recommend this vet. The staff is wonderful and Dr. Gerard is phenomenal. He helped me so much with my cat suffering from CKD and was great even after she died. They were always able to get me in when my cat took a turn for the worst. I only wish I could take Advanced with me to Georgia; they are the thing I will miss most about Sumter.

Within the last 2 years I have took over 20 animals to Dr.G, as well as a few other vets here in Sumter. By far he is the most caring, understandable animal doctor I have met. He explains everything down to how to read the medicine dropper, xrays, test results, and you pets over all conditions. Never do I leave there wondering how to do something, or what the next step is, with broken bones, abscess eyes, embedded claws or any other condition ive found strays with, he is awesome and very informative. We need more vets like Dr.Gerard

I've been to other vets closer to my home, but I ended up coming back to Dr. Gerard because he is by far the best. Knowledgeable and trustworthy, I never want to go anywhere else with my fur babies.

Dr. Gerard and Miss Lois are not only excellent professionals, they are kind and compassionate. I highly recommend Advanced Veterinary Hospital.

Dr. Gerard Was So Professional And Explained How My Rescue 1 Year Old Choo Choo Sumter, A Little Dog Inwhich,
Had Been Infested With Fleas Before
I Rescued Him.
Upon Taken The Tiny Little Dog Choo Choo Sumter Had Very Little Hair,Hole On Top Of His Head.
I Constantly Put Cream On Skin Three Times Daily.
My Physician Suggest That I Trainee Him Too Be A Therapy Dog.
I Had A Lengthy Conversation With Dr. Gerard And He Assured Me, That He Would Stand By Any Means Of Help
To Ensure Choo Choo Sumter Creditably.
The Lovely Lady That Assisted In Checking Choo Choi Sumter Out, Was So Kind And Choo Choo Sumter Was
Comfortable With His Staff.
The Doctors Lovely Wife Would Have Kept Choo Choo Sumter As Her Own And She Made My Nurse And I Feel As Tho We Had Taken Care Of This Little Fellow Just Fine.
This Experience With Advance Veterinary Hospital Was A Superior Experience.
I Had A Service Dog Before In Florence, S.C. And His Veterinary. Was Good But,
Advance Veterinary Is An Awesome EXperience.💗💎❤

Louis and Dr Gerard really acre about our furry babies. Dr Gerard REALLY takes the time to explain and summarize what happened during EACH visit.

From the first phone contact through to our last visit before moving we were treated professionally and with great care. I would recommend them to anyone. Your animal will be taken care of well.

Dr. Gerard is the best. He's been caring for my critters for over 6 years and I have never had a bad experience

Dr Gerard is thourough, compassionate and reasonably priced (surgeries are pricey though). Hate that Lois lady at the front though!