Irvington Veterinary Clinic

1427 NE Fremont Street Portland, OR 97212

503.953.8078

Irvington Veterinary Clinic is a small, family owned practice located in the Irvington neighborhood of Northeast Portland, Oregon. We specialize in veterinary medicine specifically tailored to each pet's unique lifestyle and needs.

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Dr. Rachel, DVM, CVA, GDVCHM Medical Director/ Practice Owner

I have been practicing veterinary medicine since 2002, when I received my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the VA-MD Regional College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. My career is comprised of experience with a corporation as medical director of a five-doctor practice, medical director of an all-cat practice, and experience as an associate in private practices in SE Portland and Lake Oswego. In 2006 I began studying and training in alternative therapies including acupuncture and Chinese herbs. My passion in medicine is to offer an integrative approach to health and wellness that incorporates both Eastern and Western modalities. I love Portland's food, culture, parks, neighborhoods, farmers markets and people! When I am not working I enjoy biking, hiking, sewing, cooking, and hanging out with my husband, daughter, dogs and cats.

 
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Dr. Amber, DVM Associate Veterinarian

I grew up in rural Missouri working in my parents’ mixed animal veterinary hospital and animal rescue program and always knew I wanted to be a veterinarian. I received my Bachelor of Science in Animal Ecology at Iowa State University and earned my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of California, Davis. I recently moved to Portland which has been a lifelong ambition of mine, in order to be closer to family and practice medicine in a community that holds a high standard of care for their animals. I am very excited to be at Irvington Veterinary Clinic and look forward to meeting my new patients. I enjoy learning about the unique needs and personalities of my patients and their families as well as collaborating with them to develop individualized treatment plans that best fit their lifestyles. It is important to me to stay current on the rapid advances in veterinary medicine so I frequently attend lectures, read journal articles, and connect with veterinary specialists in my free time. I am very passionate about behavior medicine and believe the emotional health of animals is just as important as their physical health. I am equally passionate about animal rescue work and look forward to finding volunteer opportunities to help homeless animals in Portland and surrounding areas. Outside of work, I enjoy endurance running, playing volleyball, snowboarding, and camping. I love spending time with my rescue dogs and cats, who also enjoy going on camping trips.

 

Dr. Aleks, DVM

Associate Veterinarian

I grew up in Bend, OR. I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Environmental Studies from the University of Puget Sound in 2007. After years of working in emergency veterinary clinics and animal rescues as an assistant, I decided to go back to school to complete the prerequisites for veterinary school. I graduated from the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University in 2020. The following year I completed a one-year small animal rotating internship at a busy emergency/critical care and specialty hospital in Kirkland, WA. I have a particular affinity for cats and proudly hold the title of "cat lady." Prior to vet school I lived in Portland for 7 years - I am incredibly happy to be back in the town I love so much.

 

Dr. Gwendy, DVM

Associate Veterinarian

I grew up in Miami, FL and have always been passionate about animals. I studied Zoology as an undergraduate and then trained in massage therapy, working in this field until I earned my veterinary degree from the University of Florida in 2008. Most of my professional experience has been with dogs and cats needing routine or emergency care, but I have also cared for chimpanzees in accredited sanctuaries, injured/orphaned wildlife, backyard chickens, and an array of companion animals, such as rodents, rabbits, and reptiles. In all situations, I try to bring about the best outcome for my patients and those caring for them, taking into consideration the different values and circumstances that influence decision-making in medicine. I love Irvington Veterinary Clinic’s commitment to making trips to the vet a positive experience for our patients. In addition to clinical veterinary practice, I work as a consultant in animal welfare and ethics, with a focus on farmed animal advocacy. For fun, I enjoy rewilding my backyard, hiking, and spending time with my family and our two beloved dogs, Henry and Cooper.