Bevlab Animal Hospital

About

Bevlab South Suburban Animal Hospital in Blue Island, IL is a full service, modern companion animal hospital that has been serving the South Suburbs and Chicago since 1968.

*HOURS*
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Closed Sunday

Story

We care for pets from all over the area including: Blue Island, Beverly, Morgan Park, Alsip, Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn, Merrionette Park, Mt. Greenwood, Crestwood, Palos Hills, Palos Heights, Oak Forest, Palos Park, Orland Park, Calumet Park, Tinley Park, and many other South Suburban and Southside Communities. We are committed to providing quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet.

Your pet is an important part of your family. To learn more about our hospital and the veterinary services we offer, browse our website or come to the hospital and ask for a tour. We welcome your comments and suggestions.


*HOURS*
We are open six days a week to serve you. Please call us at (708) 385-3790 to schedule your appointment.

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Closed Sunday


*HISTORY*
Bevlab South Suburban Animal Hospital was founded in 1968 by Dr. Warren Anderson and Dr. Robert Keough to provide comprehensive medical, surgical and preventative care to the pets of our community. Today Bevlab continues that tradition, and our hospital includes a full diagnostics laboratory, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house x-ray capabilities, hospitalization and intensive care areas, and a complete pharmacy. Come and take a tour of our hospital at any time!


*MISSION*
Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. Our entire healthcare team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each individual pet owner.


*OUR VETERINARIANS*
Dr. Leslie Plowe
Dr. Plowe graduated from the University of Illinois in 1981, and has been in practice ever since. Dr. Plowe loves all her clients and their pets, but she is especially interested in internal medicine and dermatology cases. When she is not at work, Dr. Plowe can be found gardening, exercising, or catching a White Sox game. She loves to cook, spend time with her family, and shares her home with four cats.

Dr. Amanda Nava
Dr. Nava graduated from the University of Illinois in 2008. She practiced for 2 years before joining the team here at Bevlab Animal Hospital. Dr. Nava enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine and especially loves the connection she gets to experience between clients and their beloved pets. Her own beloved pet, named Kaya, was a rescued Akita she adopted while at veterinary school. Dr. Nava and her husband love traveling and long walks on the beach.

Dr. Janet Knipper
Dr. Knipper received her degree from the University of Illinois in 1982. If she had to choose, Dr. Knipper’s favorite part of veterinary medicine is soft tissue surgery. When she is not at work, Dr. Knipper enjoys outdoor activities like biking and skiing. She is an active member of the Depaul Alumni Association, and also likes to travel in her free time. At home, Dr. Knipper enjoys music and the company of her two cats.

Dr. Robert Keough
Dr. Keough founded Bevlab in 1968, and has been in practice for over fifty years. After raising five children and numerous pets, there are few situations that he hasn’t seen in healthcare. Dr. Keough enjoys working with exotics, especially birds. In his free time, he enjoys being spending time with his grandkids and watching University of Illinois basketball. Dr. Keough has retired from daily practice.