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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon
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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon
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vrcvet.com
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Private
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2018
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Operating
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51–100
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HeadquartersBend, United States
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Bend
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices2 records

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
emergency veterinary services, veterinary specialty care, veterinary surgery, veterinary oncology, veterinary imaging diagnostics
Industry5 codes
1Veterinary Imaging, Surgery & Specialty Referral Centers
CodeAFAEANAGPrimaryYes
2Veterinary Surgery Centers (Soft Tissue/Orthopedic/Neuro)
CodeHLAMACACPrimaryNo
3Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology Centers
CodeHLAMACADPrimaryNo
4Veterinary Neurology & Neurosurgery Centers
CodeHLAMACAFPrimaryNo
5Veterinary Anesthesia & Pain Management Specialty Services
CodeHLAMACAJPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Veterinary Services54194
  • Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency Centers621493
SIC code2 codes
  • Services-Hospitals8060
  • Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec8093
Product category
Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care
GTM motion1 record

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model3 records
1Veterinary Healthcare Services
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Fee-for-service veterinary care including emergency services, specialty consultations, surgeries, diagnostics, rehabilitation therapy, and urgent care. Revenue generated through consultation fees, procedures, diagnostics, and treatments with payment required at time of service.

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2Food & Beverage Operations (Ponch's Place)
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Food truck pavilion and beverage service generating revenue through coffee, food truck sales, beer, cider, wine, and specialty beverages. Open to the public and serves as community engagement hub.

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3Childcare Services (Vet Cadets)
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Early childhood education and childcare center offering scheduled care at $1,900/month for toddlers and $1,600/month for potty-trained preschoolers, plus drop-in care at $165/day.

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Marketing channels5 records

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Distribution channels4 records

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Cost components6 values
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
Pricing details5 tiers
1Emergency Care Consultation
ModelOne time/ perpetual licenseBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

$150.00 consultation fee includes comprehensive exam by emergency veterinarian

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2Specialty Care Consultation
ModelOne time/ perpetual licenseBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

$200.00 consultation fee for Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Neurology. Includes comprehensive exam by board-certified specialist.

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3Dermatology Consultation
ModelOne time/ perpetual licenseBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

$257.00 consultation fee includes comprehensive exam by board-certified veterinary dermatologist

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4Rehabilitation Therapy Consultation
ModelOne time/ perpetual licenseBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

$300.00 consultation fee includes comprehensive exam by rehabilitation therapist

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5Urgent Care Visit
ModelOne time/ perpetual licenseBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

$150.00 consultation fee includes comprehensive exam by urgent care veterinarian

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GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 4 records shown
1PetsForward
Description

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that expands on the VRCCO Care Fund, aimed at broadening access to advanced veterinary care and supporting innovation in animal healthcare.

vrcvet.com
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Core offering1 text field

VRCCO is a multi-specialty veterinary hospital in Central Oregon providing 24/7 emergency care, scheduled specialty consultations with board-certified specialists across surgery, oncology, neurology, dermatology, ophthalmology, and internal medicine, plus urgent care, advanced imaging (MRI, CT, fluoroscopy), extracorporeal therapies, interventional radiology, and rehabilitation therapy for companion animals.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 2 values shown
  • 90-95% success rate for canine total hip replacement surgery
+1 more record
Product overview1 text field

The Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO) is a multi-specialty veterinary hospital offering emergency, specialty, and urgent care services. The center operates as a unified hospital system with two facilities: VRCCO East (24/7 emergency and specialty hospital) and VRCCO West (urgent care and outpatient services). Core services include 24/7 Emergency Care, Specialty Care with board-certified specialists across disciplines (Bone/Joint/Spine, Surgery, Oncology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Rehabilitation Therapy, Anesthesia), and Urgent Care. Supporting programs include Advanced Imaging (MRI, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy), Extracorporeal Therapies (hemodialysis, plasma exchange, hemoperfusion), Interventional Radiology, and an in-house Blood Bank. Community initiatives encompass PetsForward nonprofit, the Learning Institute for continuing education, Vet Cadets childcare center, and Ponch's Place food truck pavilion. The center also conducts Clinical Trials in partnership with research organizations.

Scale indicator2 records

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Partnership4 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-02-25
Description

PetsForward is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization launched by VRCCO to expand access to advanced veterinary care. It builds on the existing VRCCO Care Fund which raised nearly $200,000 in two years helping hundreds of pets. PetsForward aims to broaden access beyond emergency situations through community donations.

Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

VRCCO works closely with radiation treatment facilities in Portland, Pullman, and Northern California to provide radiation therapy options when needed, as no radiation treatment facility is yet available in Central Oregon.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

VRCCO collaborates with clinical research organizations, universities, and private industry to advance veterinary medicine through clinical trials. Current trials include CIE/IBD study, feline cancer Paccal Vet trial, and hemangiosarcoma study. Studies provide cutting-edge treatments to patients while accumulating data to help future patients.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

New coffee roaster partner at Ponch's Place food truck pavilion, providing specialty coffee services starting February 11.

Recent move9 records

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Expansion highlight5 records

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Peers10 records
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Largest US operator of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals with locations nationwide including Portland, OR. Directly comparable multi-specialty referral model (surgery, oncology, neurology, internal medicine, emergency), though BluePearl operates at vastly greater scale and is PE-backed by Mars Veterinary Health.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Specialty and emergency veterinary hospital chain with multiple Pacific Northwest locations. Operates the same 24/7 emergency + board-certified specialist model and competes for the same referral catchment in Portland and the broader Oregon/Washington region.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

PE-backed network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals offering oncology, surgery, internal medicine, neurology, and advanced imaging. Comparable multi-specialty referral positioning with active expansion in the Western US.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Multi-location specialty and emergency veterinary hospital group operating in California and other Western states. Direct comparable in service mix (surgery, oncology, neurology, internal medicine, emergency) and referral hospital model.

TypeRegional player
Description

24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in Portland, Oregon, with a nonprofit community structure and similar advanced capabilities. Closest geographic competitor for specialty referral cases from the broader Pacific Northwest.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Largest general veterinary hospital network in North America (Mars Veterinary Health), with a growing specialty referral footprint. Broader incumbent that competes for emergency and specialty cases at lower per-case intensity than VRCCO.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Large multi-specialty and general practice veterinary consolidator with thousands of locations. Operates specialty referral hospitals comparable to VRCCO's model, though generally at lower technology intensity per site.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

PE-backed veterinary services platform combining general practice, urgent care, and specialty services. Operates specialty and emergency hospitals in select markets comparable to VRCCO's integrated model.

TypeRegional player
Description

Veterinary emergency and specialty hospital in Vancouver, WA, serving the Portland metro and Southwest Washington. Comparable multi-specialty referral positioning but on the western edge of VRCCO's Pacific Northwest catchment.

TypeEmerging player
Description

National veterinary radiation oncology provider with multiple sites. Compares on the radiation oncology gap at VRCCO, since VRCCO must currently refer out for radiation therapy. Indirectly competitive for oncology case volume.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights7 records

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Named customers5 records

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Segment2 records

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Ideal customer profile2 records

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Feature5 records

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Profiles2 records

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Subsidiaries1 record

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Carevrcvet.com

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon
Legal name
Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon
Website
https://vrcvet.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2018
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
51–100 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon industry classification

Industry
Product category
Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care
NAICS
Veterinary Services (54194), Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency Centers (621493)
SIC
Services-Hospitals (8060), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)
akta.pro primary industry
Veterinary Imaging, Surgery & Specialty Referral Centers (AFAEANAG)
akta.pro secondary industries
Veterinary Surgery Centers (Soft Tissue/Orthopedic/Neuro) (HLAMACAC), Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology Centers (HLAMACAD), Veterinary Neurology & Neurosurgery Centers (HLAMACAF), Veterinary Anesthesia & Pain Management Specialty Services (HLAMACAJ)

Keywords

  • Emergency veterinary services
  • Veterinary specialty care
  • Veterinary surgery
  • Veterinary oncology
  • Veterinary imaging diagnostics

Where Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Bend
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

  1. Veterinary Healthcare Services: Fee-for-service veterinary care including emergency services, specialty consultations, surgeries, diagnostics, rehabilitation therapy, and urgent care. Revenue generated through consultation fees, procedures, diagnostics, and treatments with payment required at time of service.
  2. Food & Beverage Operations (Ponch's Place): Food truck pavilion and beverage service generating revenue through coffee, food truck sales, beer, cider, wine, and specialty beverages. Open to the public and serves as community engagement hub.
  3. Childcare Services (Vet Cadets): Early childhood education and childcare center offering scheduled care at $1,900/month for toddlers and $1,600/month for potty-trained preschoolers, plus drop-in care at $165/day.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
One time/ perpetual licensePay-as-you-goEmergency Care Consultation
One time/ perpetual licensePay-as-you-goSpecialty Care Consultation
One time/ perpetual licensePay-as-you-goDermatology Consultation
One time/ perpetual licensePay-as-you-goRehabilitation Therapy Consultation
One time/ perpetual licensePay-as-you-goUrgent Care Visit

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon product offering

Product offering

Core offering

VRCCO is a multi-specialty veterinary hospital in Central Oregon providing 24/7 emergency care, scheduled specialty consultations with board-certified specialists across surgery, oncology, neurology, dermatology, ophthalmology, and internal medicine, plus urgent care, advanced imaging (MRI, CT, fluoroscopy), extracorporeal therapies, interventional radiology, and rehabilitation therapy for companion animals.

Product overview

The Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO) is a multi-specialty veterinary hospital offering emergency, specialty, and urgent care services. The center operates as a unified hospital system with two facilities: VRCCO East (24/7 emergency and specialty hospital) and VRCCO West (urgent care and outpatient services). Core services include 24/7 Emergency Care, Specialty Care with board-certified specialists across disciplines (Bone/Joint/Spine, Surgery, Oncology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Rehabilitation Therapy, Anesthesia), and Urgent Care. Supporting programs include Advanced Imaging (MRI, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy), Extracorporeal Therapies (hemodialysis, plasma exchange, hemoperfusion), Interventional Radiology, and an in-house Blood Bank. Community initiatives encompass PetsForward nonprofit, the Learning Institute for continuing education, Vet Cadets childcare center, and Ponch's Place food truck pavilion. The center also conducts Clinical Trials in partnership with research organizations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • PetsForward: A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that expands on the VRCCO Care Fund, aimed at broadening access to advanced veterinary care and supporting innovation in animal healthcare.
  • Vet Cadets
  • Ponch's Place
  • Learning Institute

Quantifiable outcome

  • 90-95% success rate for canine total hip replacement surgery
  • +1 more outcomes

Companies that use Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon

Customer profile

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

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API docs
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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature5 records

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • PetsForwardcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 February 2026PetsForward is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization launched by VRCCO to expand access to advanced veterinary care. It builds on the existing VRCCO Care Fund which raised nearly $200,000 in two years helping hundreds of pets. PetsForward aims to broaden access beyond emergency situations through community donations.
  • Radiation Treatment Facilities (Portland, Pullman, Northern California)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVRCCO works closely with radiation treatment facilities in Portland, Pullman, and Northern California to provide radiation therapy options when needed, as no radiation treatment facility is yet available in Central Oregon.
  • Clinical Research Organizations, Universities, and Private IndustrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVRCCO collaborates with clinical research organizations, universities, and private industry to advance veterinary medicine through clinical trials. Current trials include CIE/IBD study, feline cancer Paccal Vet trial, and hemangiosarcoma study. Studies provide cutting-edge treatments to patients while accumulating data to help future patients.
  • Lone Pine Coffee RoastersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNew coffee roaster partner at Ponch's Place food truck pavilion, providing specialty coffee services starting February 11.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Broad incumbents

  • BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital: Largest US operator of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals with locations nationwide including Portland, OR. Directly comparable multi-specialty referral model (surgery, oncology, neurology, internal medicine, emergency), though BluePearl operates at vastly greater scale and is PE-backed by Mars Veterinary Health.
  • MedVet: Specialty and emergency veterinary hospital chain with multiple Pacific Northwest locations. Operates the same 24/7 emergency + board-certified specialist model and competes for the same referral catchment in Portland and the broader Oregon/Washington region.
  • Ethos Veterinary Health: PE-backed network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals offering oncology, surgery, internal medicine, neurology, and advanced imaging. Comparable multi-specialty referral positioning with active expansion in the Western US.
  • VCA Animal Hospitals: Largest general veterinary hospital network in North America (Mars Veterinary Health), with a growing specialty referral footprint. Broader incumbent that competes for emergency and specialty cases at lower per-case intensity than VRCCO.
  • NVA (National Veterinary Associates): Large multi-specialty and general practice veterinary consolidator with thousands of locations. Operates specialty referral hospitals comparable to VRCCO's model, though generally at lower technology intensity per site.
  • Thrive Pet Healthcare: PE-backed veterinary services platform combining general practice, urgent care, and specialty services. Operates specialty and emergency hospitals in select markets comparable to VRCCO's integrated model.

Direct peers

  • SAGE Veterinary Centers: Multi-location specialty and emergency veterinary hospital group operating in California and other Western states. Direct comparable in service mix (surgery, oncology, neurology, internal medicine, emergency) and referral hospital model.

Regional players

  • DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital: 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in Portland, Oregon, with a nonprofit community structure and similar advanced capabilities. Closest geographic competitor for specialty referral cases from the broader Pacific Northwest.
  • Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty: Veterinary emergency and specialty hospital in Vancouver, WA, serving the Portland metro and Southwest Washington. Comparable multi-specialty referral positioning but on the western edge of VRCCO's Pacific Northwest catchment.

Emerging players

  • PetCure Oncology: National veterinary radiation oncology provider with multiple sites. Compares on the radiation oncology gap at VRCCO, since VRCCO must currently refer out for radiation therapy. Indirectly competitive for oncology case volume.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon social profiles

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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon leadership team

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Profiles2 records

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries1 record

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon

What does Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon do?

VRCCO is a multi-specialty veterinary hospital in Central Oregon providing 24/7 emergency care, scheduled specialty consultations with board-certified specialists across surgery, oncology, neurology, dermatology, ophthalmology, and internal medicine, plus urgent care, advanced imaging (MRI, CT, fluoroscopy), extracorporeal therapies, interventional radiology, and rehabilitation therapy for companion animals.

Is Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon a public or private company?

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.

When was Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon founded?

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon was founded in 2018. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon based?

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is headquartered in Bend, United States, in the North America region.

How does Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. Veterinary Healthcare Services are the primary driver. The others are food & Beverage Operations (Ponch's Place) and childcare Services (Vet Cadets).

Who are Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon's main competitors?

Broad incumbents on record are BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital, MedVet, Ethos Veterinary Health, VCA Animal Hospitals, NVA (National Veterinary Associates) and Thrive Pet Healthcare. SAGE Veterinary Centers is listed as a direct peer. Regional players are DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital and Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty. PetCure Oncology is listed as an emerging player.

Does Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon have an API?

No public API is recorded for Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon.

What industry is Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon in?

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon's product category is Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFAEANAG, Veterinary Imaging, Surgery & Specialty Referral Centers, with a secondary code of HLAMACAC, Veterinary Surgery Centers (Soft Tissue/Orthopedic/Neuro). Its NAICS code is 54194 and its SIC code is 8060.

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FinancialContent Business PageVeterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon Advances Neurosurgery Capabilities and Expands Specialty TeamVRCCO performed a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy on a ten-year-old cat from New Jersey, successfully removing a pituitary tumor. The surgery reduced the cat's insulin dependency and IGF-1 levels to normal within a week. VRCCO also welcomed board-certified neurologist Dr. Elizabeth Passmore to expand its neurosurgical capacity.FinancialContent Business PageVeterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon Expands Access to Advanced Care with Enhanced Medical Travel ProgramThe Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon announced the expansion of its personalized medical travel program designed to help pet families across the Pacific Northwest access advanced specialty and emergency veterinary care. The program provides dedicated specialty care coordinators, telehealth consultations, streamlined scheduling, and partnerships with local hotels for discounted lodging. A case study is highlighted featuring Medusa, a dog successfully treated for acute kidney failure using hemodialysis therapy after being transferred from Lebanon, Oregon.NewswireVeterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon Expands Access to Advanced Care with Enhanced Medical Travel ProgramThe Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon expanded its medical travel program to support long-distance pet owners seeking specialty care. The program includes a dedicated coordinator, telehealth consultations, and discounted lodging, with a recent case of a dog with acute kidney failure treated via hemodialysis.MorningstarVRCCO Invests in the Future of Veterinary Medicine Through Education-Driven InnovationThe Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO) is strengthening the future of veterinary medicine by investing in education and professional development programs, including a Virtual Radiation Safety Course, a 2026 Spring Symposium, and various internship and training initiatives. The center is creating career pathways for veterinary professionals while addressing industry-wide workforce shortages and evolving medical demands through its Learning Institute. VRCCO aims to build a skilled, adaptable workforce and position itself as a regional hub for veterinary learning in the Pacific Northwest.BndVeterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon Launches PetsForwardThe Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO) has launched PetsForward, a new 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that expands on its existing VRCCO Care Fund. The Care Fund raised nearly $200,000 in two years and helped hundreds of pets access advanced medical treatments and rehabilitation therapy. PetsForward aims to broaden access to advanced veterinary care and support innovation in animal healthcare beyond emergency situations.PharmiWeb.comVeterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon Launches PetsForwardPetsForward, a new 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization expanding from the VRCCO Care Fund, officially launched on November 5, 2025, to broaden access to advanced veterinary care in Central Oregon. The Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon created PetsForward after its original Care Fund raised nearly $200,000 in two years and helped more than 300 pets receive rehabilitation therapy. The nonprofit aims to address challenges beyond emergency care, including access to advanced treatments and innovations in veterinary medicine.CincinnatiVeterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon Strengthens Specialty Care With Board-Certified AnesthesiologistThe Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO), based in Bend, Oregon, announced the addition of board-certified veterinary anesthesiologist Dr. Lily Davis, who will join the organization in September 2025. The center is also expanding its specialist team with a rehabilitation veterinarian and a veterinary dermatologist, while extending dermatology services to five days per week and introducing telemedicine informational appointments for hip replacements and certain cancer diagnoses. VRCCO stated it remains committed to providing advanced personalized pet care for patients from the Bend community and those traveling from across the country.GlobeNewswireDogs and Cats in the Pacific Northwest to Get Medical Care That Rivals Human Medical FacilitiesThe Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon broke ground on a new 26,000-square-foot facility in Bend, Oregon, on July 30. The state-of-the-art center will include advanced diagnostics like MRI and CT, plus a bone and joint center, physical therapy, and a childcare program. Completion is expected in Fall 2023.