“At its foundation, veterinary referral practice
is based on quality medicine, responsive
customer service and effective communication.
Only with these pillars firmly in place can
you build a practice of excellence.”

Dr. Kovacic has worked in the field of veterinary
emergency and critical care since his graduation
from the University of Minnesota College of
Veterinary Medicine in 1977. He opened the
first emergency clinic in the State of Wisconsin
that then became the first referral hospital in
the United States dedicated to 24-hour
emergency and critical care.

Dr. Kovacic has provided consulting services to veterinary referral practices in North America for more than 25 years. Horizon Veterinary Services has grown out of that experience and has become the joint effort of experienced veterinary professionals who share a vision of practice management based on principle, policy, stability and experience. Dr. Kovacic has lectured extensively on the management of referral centers, but also understands that these lectures may alert people to their problems but rarely solve them. He believes that the answers come from detailed analysis and the application of education, expertise and experience to the complex issues that confront every practice. This is why Horizon exists — to apply this knowledge at the point of care.

Dr. Kovacic is a licensed commercial pilot and often helps fly the Horizon team to consulting sites around the country. He is an avid skier and in quiet moments enjoys reading nonfiction and playing the guitar.

Dr. Kovacic is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. His work in clinical practice is dedicated to the training of residents in his specialty.

Education
Dartmouth College University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine

Specialty
Emergency and Critical Care

Professional Affiliations
Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society

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