Business Details
11 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care in Portland, OR
Sunstone Veterinary Specialists was founded in 2015 by Dr. Joshua Elliott and Marie Xavier to address an unmet need for exceptional veterinary specialty care in Portland, Oregon. Our practice combines board-certified expertise in internal medicine, surgery, and critical care with a commitment to personalized attention and collaboration with primary care veterinarians. We maintain rigorous standards through advanced diagnostic technologies and a patient-centered approach that prioritizes both pet well-being and owner peace of mind. Our privately owned structure allows us to focus exclusively on delivering high-quality care without corporate constraints. The team's collective experience spans decades of specialized veterinary practice, ensuring comprehensive treatment for complex medical conditions.We operate with core values of excellence, teamwork, and transparent communication, serving as a trusted resource for pet parents and referring veterinarians. Our facility offers weekend emergency services staffed by trained professionals, maintaining continuous care availability from Friday through Monday. Through state-of-the-art diagnostics and tailored treatment plans, we address conditions ranging from chronic diseases to acute emergencies. Our nutritional services provide evidence-based dietary solutions for pets with medical conditions, developed through thorough consultations and follow-up care. This integrated approach has established Sunstone as a leading independent veterinary specialty practice in the Pacific Northwest.
Services
Internal Medicine
Emergency Services
Veterinary Surgery
Nutrition Consultations
Diagnostic Imaging
Critical Care
Orthopedic Surgery
Neurosurgery
Cancer Treatment
Pet Nutrition Plans
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We have board-certified specialists in internal medicine, surgery, and critical care
- Our weekend emergency services operate continuously from Friday through Monday
- We collaborate closely with primary care veterinarians for cohesive treatment plans
- Advanced diagnostic technologies enable precise and timely medical interventions
- Privately owned practice focused exclusively on veterinary specialty care
What people say
Exceptional personal care
Board-certified specialists available
24/7 emergency access
Collaborative approach with primary vets
Advanced diagnostic equipment
Services
Internal Medicine
Our board-certified internal medicine specialists diagnose and treat complex conditions affecting digestive, respiratory, urinary, and endocrine systems. We employ advanced diagnostics like endoscopy and HDVI imaging to create customized treatment plans for chronic diseases and autoimmune disorders. The service emphasizes collaboration with primary veterinarians for comprehensive patient management.
Emergency Services
Available continuously from Friday morning through Monday evening, our emergency team treats critical conditions including trauma, seizures, and respiratory distress. No appointments are required, but pre-arrival calls help prepare our staff for immediate intervention. The service includes triage assessment and 24-hour hospitalization options during operating hours.
Veterinary Surgery
Board-certified surgeons perform orthopedic, neurosurgical, and cancer-related procedures using state-of-the-art imaging technology. The service includes pre-operative diagnostics, TPLO repairs, patella luxation corrections, and post-operative recovery plans. Specialized trauma surgery addresses fractures and wound reconstruction with dedicated OR technicians.
Nutrition Consultations
Clinical nutritionists develop customized diet plans for pets with chronic conditions like kidney disease and gastrointestinal disorders. The service includes 60-minute consultations with lab evaluations, commercial diet recommendations, and home-prepared meal formulations. Weight management programs feature ongoing monitoring and adjustments.
Diagnostic Imaging
Advanced diagnostic capabilities include digital radiography, ultrasound, CT scans, and fluoroscopy for accurate condition assessment. These technologies support both emergency diagnostics and pre-surgical planning. In-house laboratory services provide rapid blood and urine analysis to expedite treatment decisions.
People
Joshua Elliott
Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist
Board-certified internal medicine specialist with extensive experience in complex disease management. Co-founder of Sunstone Veterinary Specialists, Dr. Elliott focuses on digestive and respiratory system disorders in companion animals.
Marie Xavier
Hospital Administrator
Veteran hospital administrator with over 20 years in veterinary practice management. Co-founder responsible for operational excellence and client service standards at Sunstone Veterinary Specialists.
Questions
What emergency services are available?
Our ER operates continuously from Friday 7am through Monday 7pm with no appointment required for urgent care situations.
How do specialty consultations work?
Specialty appointments require referrals from primary veterinarians and typically involve comprehensive diagnostics and collaborative treatment planning.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept cash, major credit cards, CareCredit, and All Pet Card for both routine and emergency services.
Are board-certified specialists available?
Yes, our team includes board-certified specialists in internal medicine, surgery, and critical care disciplines.
How does weekend scheduling work?
Specialty services operate Monday-Friday 8am-8pm, with emergency care available continuously from Friday through Monday.
What diagnostic capabilities exist?
We offer endoscopy, HDVI imaging, digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory testing for comprehensive diagnostics.
