Oak Elm Animal Hospital

Des Plaines, IL · Animal hospital

Rating
4.6/5
★★★★★ 4.6
Reviews
20
Rank in Des Plaines
#3
of 18 veterinary practices
City Percentile
29%
rating percentile
Address
Oak Elm Animal Hospital, 1445 E Oakton St A, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Website
www.oakelmanimalhospital.com

Oak Elm Animal Hospital is a veterinary practice located in Des Plaines, IL. It is one of 18 veterinary practices listed in Des Plaines. Its 4.6-star rating matches the Des Plaines city average of 4.6 stars. It ranks #3 among Des Plaines veterinary practices by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 R J · Feb 2026

I had a wonderful experience with this clinic when my kitten Remo had her spaying surgery. Dr. Iqbal was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and gentle. He took the time to explain everything clearly, which made me feel confident and reassured that Remo was in the best hands. The front desk staff were also exceptionally friendly and welcoming. They made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Remo recovered very well after the surgery, and I’m so grateful for the excellent care she received. I highly recommend this clinic and Dr. Iqbal to anyone looking for a compassionate and trustworthy veterinarian.

★★★★★ 5.0 LV · Nov 2025

We were new patients coming in with an emergency as our dog was bleeding, the woman at the front desk was very kind and welcoming, as well as all the staff we saw. The doctor came in and asked us a couple of questions as well as gave time for any of our own questions or concerns. They were very flexible about the cost/procedures and we were able to afford to get our pup the help and care he needed. Thank you all so much!!

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 Kaitlyn Smith · Mar 2026

I would not recommend this vet. Unfortunately, we have had multiple negative experiences and wish we had done more research before bringing our Labrador here. If you’re on the fence, I would strongly suggest looking elsewhere—even if it’s a little less convenient. Here are a few of the issues that stood out the most: 1. Spay surgery experience: When our pup was spayed, we were told we couldn’t pick her up until later in the evening. When we arrived, we could hear her crying from the lobby. While I understand dogs don’t enjoy being crated, what was concerning was that when we got her to the car we discovered she had clearly been sitting in her own feces for some time. There was poop smeared down her side. That level of care after surgery was unacceptable. 2. Basic medical attention: On m

★★★★★ 5.0 Lynn Uzzo · Dec 2025

My dog Elvis swallowed a chair leg cover, and he had to have major intestinal surgery. the doctor there was very helpful and very thorough through the surgery, Elvis could have died And now he is really healthy and striving. All the staff are very good as well! If I could give them more stars I would!

★★★★★ 5.0 Agnieszka “Aki” Stepinska · Jun 2025

Oak Elm Animal Hospital is a great vet. I’ve been taking our two cats there for the past two years. Both are usually scared of vet visits, but the staff makes the experience as smooth as possible. Last year, one of my cats, Rio, got sick and I had to visit the clinic almost daily for a week. The vets were incredibly accommodating, always friendly, and clearly love what they do. I really appreciate how easy it is to get an appointment—doctors are early, and the staff is ready even before the clinic officially opens. Another plus is that they provide a clear estimate for procedures and shots ahead of time, so there are no surprises. Parking is available both behind the building and on the street. If you park on the street, I recommend placing your pet on the passenger side in the backseat

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Restroom ✓ Appointment Required ✓ Appointments Recommended

Services

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