About Us

Founded in 2004, the Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center fulfills a need for advanced veterinary care in Southern Oregon and Northern California. Prior to our arrival in the Rogue Valley, 24-hour emergency care for clients was not available and pet owners had to travel up to three hours to find veterinary specialists. Knowing that pet owners needed a better alternative for emergency, critical care and specialty services, the primary care veterinarians in nearby communities welcomed our arrival and have remained an integral part of the services we provide.

What is a Board Certified Specialist?

Simply put, the term "Diplomate" refers to a veterinarian who has been board certified (received a diploma) in a particular veterinary specialty. Only veterinarians who have successfully completed post-graduate certification requirements of a particular specialty college are considered Diplomates and have earned the right to be called veterinary specialists.

Veterinarians wishing to become board certified must complete a three-year residency program, meet specific training and caseload requirements, and perform research and have their research published. This process is supervised by current Diplomates, ensuring consistency in training and adherence to high standards. Once the residency has been completed, the resident must sit for and pass a rigorous examination. Only then does the veterinarian earn the title of Diplomate.