BluePearl Pet Hospital
Scottsdale, AZ
Our Vets

Dr. Hayli Burdsal finds pancreatitis and renal failure the most gratifying conditions to treat.

• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
• Bachelor of Science, Veterinary Science, University of Arizona, Tucson

Dr. Burdsal enjoys spending time with her family and their pets: a rabbit and a dog. She also tries to make time for hiking and reading as often as possible.

Dr. Ashley Darr is a small animal medicine & surgery intern particularly interested in surgery.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
• Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Arizona State University, Glendale

In her free time, Dr. Darr enjoys Pilates, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and playing with her dog, Frankie.

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Dr. Emma Fledderman is interested in all emergency cases with a special interest in metabolism and disorders.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
• Bachelor of Science, Biology and Spanish, Simpson College, Indianola, IA

Dr. Fledderman has a dog named Robbie who was by her side through veterinary school. She enjoys bringing Robbie on her outdoor adventures hiking, paddle boarding and snowboarding.

• Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Meopham Veterinary Surgery, Kent, England, UK
• Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
• Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
• Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Dr. Sirah Javier is a small animal medicine & surgery intern. She is particularly interested in clinical pathology.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Javier enjoys playing board games, traveling and tea tasting.

• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
• Bachelor of Science, Veterinary Science, University of Arizona, Tucson

Dr. Annette Majoue is particularly interested in performing all types of emergency surgeries, especially a gastric torsion, or removing a foreign body or a hemorrhaging spleen.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman

Dr. Majoue is active in her church and an avid runner. Happily married, Dr. Majoue’s household includes quite the menagerie: dogs, a cat, a tortoise, chickens, a dwarf Nigerian goat, a red-eared slider, and two quarter horses, most named after Disney movie characters.

Dr. Samantha Phillips has a passion for pet care and enjoys collaborating with her treatment team to devise the best possible solutions for patients.

• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Internship, Small Animal Internal Medicine, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

Dr. Phillips and her husband have several pets: three cats, two ferrets and one tiny tropical fish.

Dr. John Savoie is a small animal medicine & surgery intern. He is interested in all types of surgeries, particularly orthopedic and emergency procedures, which he finds the most rewarding for their potential to create immediate, positive outcomes for beloved pets.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ross University, St. Kitts & Nevis, West Indies
• Bachelor of Arts, Kinesiology, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA

In his free time, Dr. Savoie enjoys working out and spending time with his wife and their two dogs, including hiking and exploring the local area. He and his wife are excited to welcome their first child in May 2026.

Dr. Amanda Schaff is most interested in endocrine disorders, toxins, trauma and wound repairs.

• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA

Dr. Schaff enjoys rock climbing, hiking, camping, reading a good book and spending time with her dog, Sirius, and cat, Cadel. She works with wildlife at local rescues on her days off.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Jonathan Schnier has found great fulfillment in diagnosing and treating internal medicine cases, including gastrointestinal, endocrine, infectious, respiratory and urinary diseases. He is also highly skilled in advanced ultrasound procedures, using precise imagery to help uncover answers for his patients and their families.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Small Animal Internal Medicine)
• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, Atlantic Veterinary College, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Southern Arizona Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center, Tucson
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College, Guelph, Canada

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Schnier’s top priority is spending quality time with his wife and kids. They share their home with a diverse “fur-and-scale” family that includes a poodle, a cat, three tortoises and a snake. An outdoor enthusiast, Dr. Schnier is a dedicated hiker who also enjoys alpine skiing, sea kayaking and scuba diving.

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Dr. Elias Villarreal was drawn to internal medicine because he enjoys solving problems and having patients of a different species makes the challenge that much more engaging. His clinical interests include hematologic and endocrine disorders.

As Dr. Villareal continues to refine his caliber of medicine, he aims to deliver high-level, evidence-based care while providing a comprehensive and collaborative experience for both patients and their owners. Dr. Villareal is committed to understanding each pet’s unique needs and enhancing owner understanding through clear communication and education. His goal is always to achieve the best possible outcome for all involved.

• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Internship, Small Animal Internal Medicine, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Texas Tech University, Lubbock

Originally from El Paso, Texas, Dr. Villareal is a first-generation college graduate. Outside work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters, playing video games, and visiting museums, aquariums and zoos.