Transforming the veterinary experience through empathy and transparency
Our Services
Access immediate, full-service veterinary treatment in Colorado Springs, CO. Our ER is fully staffed and available day or night. No referral or appointment needed for emergency care.
Our specialty veterinary services are available by appointment and include cardiology, orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, rehabilitation, internal medicine, and radiology. Our team of veterinary specialists is here to help your pet return to full health.
We collaborate with veterinary hospitals across Colorado to deliver exceptional patient care and share valuable learning resources. Learn how we’re building lasting partnerships that support both pets and professionals.
About Us
Lindsey Ganzer, DVM founded North Springs Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center in 2022 to raise the standard of emergency and specialty care in Colorado Springs. Her mission is to deliver compassionate, expert care while creating an exceptional experience for both clients and veterinary teams.
Since launch, our team has grown to 65+ full-time employees. Our highly skilled medical team includes veterinary specialists, experienced emergency DVMs, and a compassionate support staff of veterinary technicians, assistants, and client service representatives.
With every patient, Dr. Ganzer and her team aim to transform the veterinary experience via transparency, empathy, and expert pet care.
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What’s New
Our Surgery Department is Growing!!
Meet Dr. Rainier Ko, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVIM
Dr. Ko is one of only seven veterinarians in the world who are double board-certified in both Small Animal Surgery and Neurology. He brings exceptional surgical expertise to North Springs, where he will focus on delivering advanced orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, and comprehensive surgical care for complex cases.
Dr. Ko grew up in Montreal, Quebec. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Université de Montréal in 2000, followed by a rotating internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital/MSPCA. He then completed a surgical residency at Purdue University, where he also earned a Master of Science degree. He became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) in 2007 and later achieved board certification in Neurology (DACVIM), making him part of an elite group of specialists with this rare dual expertise.
Throughout his career, Dr. Ko has been dedicated to providing the highest level of surgical precision and patient care. His passion for excellence extends to mentoring fellow veterinarians and advancing clinical standards within the profession. Before joining North Springs, he served as an orthopedic, soft tissue, and neurosurgeon at Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists in North Scottsdale and most recently held leadership roles as Regional Medical Director and Regional Doctor Mentor, guiding veterinary teams and supporting professional growth.
Outside of the hospital, Dr. Ko enjoys ice hockey and rock climbing. He is a certified climbing route setter, designing routes and boulder problems for commercial climbing gyms and USA competitive youth athletes.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Rainier Ko to North Springs Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center. We are thrilled to have his outstanding surgical skills, leadership, and dedication to exceptional patient outcomes as part of our growing specialty team.
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Visit Our Emergency Vet Hospital
Our 24-hour emergency animal hospital in Colorado Springs provides immediate care for urgent pet conditions, with a fully staffed veterinary team delivering fast diagnostics and advanced treatment.
For urgent veterinary care, visit us anytime. No appointment is needed for emergencies.
If your pet ingested something, please call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435
