Critical Care by BluePearl Portland OR

BluePearl Pet Hospital
Northeast Portland
Portland, OR
Critical Care

24/7 Emergency and Specialty

Pet critical care by BluePearl.

A veterinarian examines a cat using a stethoscope.

Conditions treated

Learn which conditions our specialty team can help diagnose and treat, so your pet gets the right care for their needs.

A BluePearl critical care vet listens to a kitten’s chest through a stethoscope while cradling it in her arms.

Success stories

Discover how other pets have overcome their diagnoses with specialized care, giving you hope for your pet’s recovery.

A BluePearl client smiles while holding her dog at the front desk of the animal hospital.

Call the hospital

Take the next step toward answers and getting the care your pet needs by connecting with our hospital team.

Pet emergencies can be scary – we’re here to help you handle them. 

We understand that seeing your pet sick, hurt or in distress can be stressful – especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. Fortunately, our experienced critical care clinicians are prepared to take action to provide lifesaving care.

Dog peeks out of a oxygen kennel

Conditions we treat.

A BluePearl anesthesiology and pain management vet prepares to fix an anesthetic facemask on a yellow lab while a vet tech helps hold the dog on the exam table.

If your pet is experiencing a critical condition, you’ll have an entire veterinary team helping them so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together. 

Common cases that we see in the ICU include:  

  • Post-surgery recovery 
  • Trauma
  • Sepsis
  • Respiratory distress
  • Pneumonia
  • Shock

Services we offer.

Your pet will receive unparalleled medical care during their time at the hospital (and they’ll be spoiled with love and attention, too).

Advanced diagnostics

Your pet can’t tell us what’s wrong, so we use sophisticated diagnostics and imaging tools to uncover the source of the problem. 

  • Blood/urine testing 
  • Electrocardiography (ECG) 
  • Endoscopy
  • Ultrasound
  • Radiography (x-rays)

Treatment plans

Just as no two patients are the same, neither are their treatment plans. Our critical care team has experience with a range of advanced procedures and minimally invasive care options to get your pet on the path to wellness, including:

  • Blood transfusions
  • Electrolyte replenishment
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Breathing support
  • Catheterization
  • Nutritional support
  • IV fluid therapy

Our board certified specialists and critical care team.

Experience makes all the difference. 

Our critical care team is made up of veterinarians, vet technicians and assistants, and support staff with rigorous training and experience in specialty medicine. The team works hand in hand to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves. Because we’re a multidisciplinary hospital, the team can consult the expertise of other specialty departments, too.

Erika Loftin

DVM, DACVECC
Board Certified in Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care

Critical Care
On the job

Dr. Erika Loftin enjoys teaching and mentoring newer veterinarians and technicians. She recently completed an advanced training course in abdominal sonography.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of California Davis
  • Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA
Off duty

In her free time, Dr. Loftin loves knitting, swimming, hiking, traveling and hanging out with her human and feline family.

Megan Seekins

DVM, DACVECC
Board Certified in Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care

Critical Care
On the job

Dr. Megan Seekins’ special interests include respiratory emergencies, CPR and pain and anesthetic management of critical trauma patients. She has a special passion for teaching and provides continuing education in emergency medicine for both veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
  • Residency, Emergency & Critical Care, Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center, Central Point
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Fort Collins Veterinary Emergency Hospital, CO
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
Off duty

Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Seekins enjoys traveling, art, wine tasting and all things music, particularly her eclectic vinyl collection.

Cheryl Trempala

DVM, DACVECC
Board Certified in Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care

Critical Care
Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care
  • Residency, Emergency & Critical Care, DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital, Portland, OR
  • Internship, Emergency & Critical Care, DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital, Portland, OR
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin, Madison
  • Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Portland State University, OR
  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, University of Wisconsin, Madison

What to expect.

We want you to be prepared for your pet’s visit to the ICU, so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.

How the ICU works

First, your pet will be triaged and cared for by our emergency medicine team. If they require hospitalization, your pet will be seamlessly transferred to the ICU, where our critical care team will stabilize and monitor them around the clock.

We know how difficult it is to be separated from your pet during this critical time, so we’ll keep you updated on their condition and continue to discuss testing and treatment options with you. Once your pet is stable, you’ll be able to give them more love and attention during visiting hours.

Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as part of the ongoing management of your pet’s care.

You know your pet better than anyone, and you play a crucial role in any follow-up treatment necessary. If you have any concerns about providing care at home after being discharged from the hospital (such as giving medication or monitoring your pet’s symptoms), let us know – we’re here for you.

Success stories.

“The hard work and dedication of both teams was inspiring,” said Sierra, reflecting on Everest’s care at both hospitals. “No one gave up on him and because of that he thrived and was able to come to his forever home.” Read Everest's story.
“Because the doctors took the time to explain what they were looking for and what they were going to do, I knew he was going to be okay,” said Miriam, reflecting on her experience. “I knew I could call them and the staff was going to be there.” Read Griffin's story.