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Solving the puzzle to help your pet live a longer and better life.
We understand that seeing your pet experience unusual symptoms or act out of the ordinary can be stressful – especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. Fortunately, our veterinary internal medicine team is made up of experts in diagnosing and treating diseases of your pet’s various body systems, and we’re here to help. We also provide advanced imaging services such as ultrasound and CT scans to detect various internal issues.. With state-of-the-art technology, our animal hospital ensures non-invasive procedures that are both safe and accurate.
Our commitment is not just to treat illnesses; it’s to enhance the well-being of your pet and be with you every step of the way.
If your pet has an acute or chronic condition, you’ll have an entire internal medicine team helping to improve your pet’s quality of life so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together.
Your pet will receive unparalleled medical care during their time at the hospital (and they’ll be spoiled with love and attention, too).
Your pet can’t tell us what’s wrong, so we use sophisticated diagnostic imaging tools, including ultrasound and CT scans, to uncover the cause of symptoms like fever, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or other unexplained symptoms, helping your pet feel better faster.
Just as no two patients are the same, neither are their treatment plans. Our internal medicine team has experience with a range of advanced procedures and minimally invasive options to get your pet on the path to wellness, including:
Experience makes all the difference.
Our internal medicine team consists of veterinarians, vet ultrasound technologists, and assistants 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. Our commitment extends to offering comprehensive ultrasound services for internal imaging and diagnosis.
Dr. Hayli Burdsal finds pancreatitis and renal failure the most gratifying conditions to treat.
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. Samantha Phillips has a passion for pet care and enjoys collaborating with her treatment team to devise the best possible solutions for patients.
Dr. Phillips and her husband have several pets: three cats, two ferrets and one tiny tropical fish.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We want you to be prepared for your pet’s visit to the internist, so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.
Take the first step to getting your pet back to their best self – call us to speak with the internal medicine team and make an appointment.
Prioritize your pet’s health with the experts in specialty medicine.