Professional Relief Veterinary CoverageWhen Your Practice Needs Experienced Care

Dr. Hannah Ritchie, DVM, MS — Providing skilled emergency and overnight veterinary relief services for small animal practices throughout South Carolina and North Carolina.

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Dr. Hannah J. Ritchie

DVM, MS; Emergency Internship Trained

🎓 Doctor of Veterinary MedicineNC State University, 2021
⚡ Lead ER Veterinarian ExperienceCharleston, SC
🏥 4+ Years ER ExperienceRECOVER BLS/ALS Certified
📍 Based in Charleston, SCAvailable throughout SC & NC

Experienced Emergency Medicine Veterinarian

With over 4 years of intensive emergency medicine experience, I bring comprehensive clinical skills and leadership expertise to your practice. Previously served as a Lead ER Veterinarian at a large 24-hour Emergency Specialty/Referral Hospital, I’ve managed countless critical cases and mentored new emergency doctors.

My background includes emergency internship training and progressive advancement through associate to lead roles in high-volume emergency and specialty hospitals. I’m comfortable handling everything from routine urgent care to critical emergencies requiring immediate surgical intervention.

My Commitment to Your PracticeI prioritize overnight and late evening shifts, providing you with reliable coverage when you need it most. With flat-rate pricing and no overtime charges, you can count on predictable costs and exceptional care for your patients. Travel or accommodations costs requests are case-dependent and will be discussed in advance.

What I Offer

Comprehensive Relief Services

Small animal (cats & dogs) emergency and overnight coverage with extensive procedural capabilities

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Overnight Coverage

My preferred and prioritized service. Comprehensive overnight monitoring and emergency care.

  • Late evening and overnight shifts
  • Critical patient monitoring
  • Emergency triage and stabilization
  • Collaborative communication with your team
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Emergency Procedures

Skilled in a wide range of emergency procedures, from routine stabilization to life-saving interventions.

  • Wound management and drain placement
  • Chest tube and abdominal drain placement
  • Various centeses (thoraco, abdomino, etc.)
  • Emergency urinary catheterization
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Surgical Capabilities

Trained to perform emergent surgeries when medical stabilization fails and transfer isn’t possible. Examples (including, but not limited to):

  • GDV (gastric dilatation-volvulus)
  • GI foreign body removal
  • Hemoabdomen/splenectomy (case-dependent)
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Clinical Excellence

Comprehensive medical management backed by years of emergency medicine leadership experience.

  • Critical case assessment and planning
  • Advanced emergency protocols
  • Detailed medical record documentation
  • Seamless handoff to your regular staff
Simple Pricing

Transparent, Flat-Rate Pricing

No surprises, no hidden fees — just straightforward pricing you can count on

$200/hour

Flat Rate — All Hours, All Situations

  • ✓ No overtime charges
  • ✓ No increased rates for overnights
  • ✓ No short notice premiums
  • ✓ No holiday surcharges
  • ✓ Predictable, transparent pricing
Overnight & Late Evening Priority: While I accept all shifts, overnight and late evening coverage is my specialty and receives scheduling priority.
Real-Time Availability

Check My Schedule

View my current availability and booked dates — updated in real-time

📅 Booking Tips: Blocked dates are already committed. Contact me for last-minute availability. I prioritize overnight and late evening shifts!

Ready to Book Coverage?

Whether you need overnight coverage, emergency relief, or want to discuss your practice’s needs, I’m here to help.

📧 Emailhjritchi@gmail.com
📱 Phone(252) 675-3622
📍 LocationCharleston, SC

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