|Articles|September 10, 2015

Efficiency and environment drove Atwater Veterinary Center's design

Author(s)Katie James, dvm360 Associate Content Specialist

We caught up with the winner of the General Practice Hospital of the Year at CVC Kansas City and spoke about her practice's philosophy.

2015 General Practice Hospital of the Year Award winner Atwater Veterinary Center in Atwater, California was built out of necessity but came to be an inspired project, influenced by its location as well as its hospital requirements. Dr. Carolyn Chiffelle shares some of her favorite aspects of the clinic and offers advice to those starting a new build. Assistant Content Specialist Katie James reports from CVC Kansas City.

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Efficiency and environment drove Atwater Veterinary Center's design

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