Evolution Veterinary Specialists

What Evolution Veterinary Specialists does

Evolution Veterinary Specialists, Inc. (EVS) is a privately held, family-owned veterinary hospital founded in 2019 in Lakewood, Colorado, operating from a single 24/7 facility at 34 Van Gordon St, Ste. 160. The company runs an integrated multi-specialty model that combines 24-hour emergency and critical care with appointment-based specialty services in cardiology, oncology, surgery, internal medicine, dentistry, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and anesthesiology, plus primary care, an in-house blood bank, and primary care offerings. The clinical team includes 15 veterinarians with multiple board-certified diplomates (DACVIM Cardiology/Oncology/Internal Medicine, DACVS-SA Surgery, DACVAA Anesthesiology) led by CEO and cardiologist Dr. Geri Lake-Bakaar, supported by RVTs, VTS-certified technicians, and client service staff. EVS's technology base consists of conventional advanced veterinary equipment (CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, real-time fluoroscopy, in-house laboratory with digital cytology, and an in-house canine and feline blood bank) plus a software layer comprising the ezyVet Pet Portal for clients, the VetSource online pharmacy, the rVet referral portal for referring veterinarians, VetTriage 24/7 video-chat telemedicine triage, and the Asteris Keystone Community platform for thoracic radiography telemedicine consultations. Ophthalmology is delivered through a strategic partnership with Apex Veterinary Ophthalmology Specialists (formed 2024) and anesthesiology through VIVE Veterinary Anesthesiology, LLC. The business model is professional-services, transaction-based pricing: emergency exam fees ($185, due upfront), specialty consultations (e.g., ophthalmology consult $150 plus $155-$195 baseline diagnostic), emergency stabilization deposits of $800-$1,000, and per-procedure fees. Revenue streams include emergency walk-ins, specialty appointments, primary care visits, in-hospital pharmacy, and an online pharmacy, with financing support via ScratchPay, Cherry, CareCredit, and All Pet Credit Card. Go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer acquisition (website, blog, social media, Google reviews, email newsletter) with a B2B referring-veterinarian channel (referral portal, mobile cardiology at select clinics on Wednesdays and Fridays, telemedicine consults), serving pet owners in the Denver metro and Lakewood, Colorado region.

Name

Evolution Veterinary Specialists

Legal name

Evolution Veterinary Specialists, Inc.

Website

https://evolutionvet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Evolution Veterinary Specialists is a family-owned, multi-specialty 24/7 veterinary hospital in Lakewood, Colorado, serving Denver-metro pet owners with integrated emergency, specialty, and primary care delivered by 15 veterinarians including multiple board-certified specialists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (541940), Veterinary Services (54194)

SIC

Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Companion Animal Veterinary Clinics & Hospitals (AFAEANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mobile & House-Call Veterinary Services (HLAMAAAF), Veterinary Telemedicine & Remote Care Services (AFAEANAJ), Diagnostics & Laboratory Services (Sampling, Necropsy, Disease Investigation) (AFACADAF)

Keywords

• Veterinary specialty hospital
• 24-hour emergency vet
• Veterinary cardiology oncology
• Veterinary surgical services
• Companion animal primary care

Headquarters

HQ city

Lakewood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Emergency Veterinary Services: 24/7 emergency care for walk-in patients; fees based on services provided including examination, diagnostics, and treatment
2. Specialty Veterinary Services: Appointment-based specialty services including cardiology, oncology, surgery, internal medicine, dentistry, endoscopy, and anesthesiology; revenue generated through consultations, procedures, and treatments
3. Primary Care Services: General veterinary care including wellness exams, vaccinations, dentistry, and chronic disease management
4. Pharmacy and Retail: In-house pharmacy and online pharmacy for prescription medications and pet products

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Evolution Veterinary Specialists operates an integrated 24/7 emergency, specialty, and primary care veterinary hospital in Lakewood, Colorado. The hospital provides emergency and critical care, surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, oncology, dentistry, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, anesthesiology, and ophthalmology (via Apex partnership), supported by on-site advanced imaging (CT, digital radiography, ultrasound), in-house laboratory and blood bank, and telemedicine triage (VetTriage). Payment is fee-for-service, with the company functioning as a single multi-specialty center serving pet owners in the Denver metro area.

Product overview

Evolution Veterinary Specialists is a family-owned veterinary hospital offering integrated emergency, specialty, and primary care services. The hospital operates as a unified 24/7 emergency and specialty center (established 2019), providing primary care, 24-hour emergency, critical care, surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, oncology, dentistry, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and anesthesiology services. Specialty services include ophthalmology (via Apex partnership), mobile cardiology, and blood banking. Patient-facing digital services include an ezyVet Pet Portal, VetSource online pharmacy, VetTriage telemedicine, and a referral portal (rVet) for referring veterinarians. The hospital also provides financial resources through ScratchPay, Cherry, CareCredit, and All Pet Credit Card payment integrations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 24-Hour Emergency Services Round-the-clock emergency veterinary care for walk-in emergencies, urgent transfers, and overnight patient care with immediate triage, stabilization, and treatment for life-threatening conditions.
• Surgery Services Comprehensive small animal surgical procedures including gastrointestinal, urogenital, orthopedic (TPLO, fracture repair), oncologic, thoracic, and minimally invasive surgeries (arthroscopy, laparoscopy, thoracoscopy).
• Cardiology Services Board-certified cardiac care including echocardiograms, electrocardiography (ECG), Holter monitoring, pre-anesthetic evaluations, and emergency cardiac care for dogs and cats.
• Internal Medicine Specialized care for endocrinology, gastroenterology, hematology, hepatology, nephrology, urology, immune-mediated disease, infectious disease, and oncologic conditions.
• Oncology Services Comprehensive cancer treatment including surgery, chemotherapy (e.g., CHOP protocol), immunotherapy, and palliative/hospice care for various cancer types in companion pets.
• Critical Care Intensive care for critically ill patients with specialized fluid plans, nutrition support, continuous monitoring, blood banking, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation capabilities.
• Primary Care General veterinary care including wellness exams, vaccinations, dentistry, chronic disease management, puppy/kitten care, and senior pet care, integrated with specialty services.
• Endoscopy Minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using video endoscopy to visualize and biopsy nasal, esophageal, and gastric structures, often avoiding surgery.
• Fluoroscopy Real-time moving X-ray imaging used for pacemaker implantation, PDA occlusion, tracheal collapse diagnosis, orthopedic surgery guidance, and joint injections.
• Ophthalmology Eye disease diagnosis and treatment for companion animals, including cataract surgery and cherry eye procedures, delivered through a partnership with Apex Veterinary Ophthalmology Specialists.
• Dentistry Comprehensive dental care including cleaning, full mouth radiographs, extractions, oral disease management, and high-risk dental procedures with board-certified anesthesiologist monitoring.
• Anesthesiology and Pain Management Individualized anesthetic plans with continuous monitoring, locoregional anesthesia, and consultation services for high-risk procedures, delivered in partnership with VIVE Veterinary Anesthesiology.
• In-House Blood Bank In-house blood donation program for dogs and cats that supplies blood products for transfusions, supported by a technician-led donation program and donor benefits.
• VetTriage Telemedicine Triage 24/7 telemedicine triage service connecting pet owners with veterinarians via live video chat to assess emergencies and coordinate hospital visits before arrival.
• Mobile Cardiology Cardiology services delivered at partner clinics on Wednesdays and Fridays, including cardiovascular exams, echocardiography, and ECG interpretation.
• Online Referral Portal (rVet) Online portal allowing referring veterinarians to submit specialty cases, monitor patients during their stay at EVS, and receive results directly.

Quantifiable outcome

• First oncology chemo graduate achieved full remission
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Apex Veterinary Ophthalmology SpecialistscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024EVS partners with Apex Veterinary Ophthalmology Specialists to provide comprehensive eye care services. Drs. Gearhart, Michau and Nuhsbaum provide diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Founded in 2024, Apex is part of an outpatient multi-specialty team including veterinary dentistry, dermatology, and anesthesiology. This partnership enables EVS to offer ophthalmology services to more pets.
• VIVE Veterinary Anesthesiology, LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Monique Pare, DACVAA, board certified veterinary anesthesiologist and owner of VIVE Veterinary Anesthesiology, LLC provides individual anesthesiology case consultations and primary care coverage. Dr. Pare received her DVM at Ross University, completed internship at Virginia Tech, and residency at Cornell University. This partnership ensures specialized anesthesia oversight for high-risk procedures.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Thrive Pet Healthcare: PE-backed specialty and emergency veterinary network expanding across the US, including Colorado; directly comparable multi-specialty and ER service lines with deeper capital for marketing and acquisitions.
• BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital: Largest US specialty and emergency veterinary hospital chain with multiple locations in Colorado; offers the same 24/7 emergency + multi-specialty model EVS competes against, but at significantly greater scale and corporate backing.
• VCA Animal Hospitals: National network of primary care, specialty, and emergency veterinary hospitals; operates multiple Colorado locations and represents the largest institutional competitor for referral share and specialist talent.

Regional players

• Colorado Veterinary Specialists: Multi-specialty referral hospital serving the Denver/Boulder area; closest direct peer in terms of size, service mix, and geographic catchment, competing head-to-head for referring veterinarians.
• Aspen Meadow Veterinary Specialists: Long-standing Longmont, CO specialty and emergency hospital; comparable mid-size multi-specialty practice competing for the same Colorado referral base.
• VRCC Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital: Englewood, CO-based multi-specialty and emergency hospital providing cardiology, oncology, surgery, and internal medicine to the same Denver metro market as EVS.
• Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Colorado: 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital serving Denver-area pet owners; overlaps directly with EVS on emergency walk-in services and several specialty disciplines.

Emerging players

• VetTriage: Telemedicine triage platform partnered with EVS; broader veterinary telehealth provider serving many hospitals nationwide, partially overlapping on pre-arrival triage service delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/evshospital
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCfTu3HDXczlB0C88gQtKnbA
• Facebookfacebook.com/evolutionvet
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/evolution-veterinary-specialists-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/evshospital

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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