Specialist
Specialty Surgery and Advanced Imaging
Founding Medical Director, Dr. Tim Preston, a Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon and Founding Practice Manager, Amanda Barker, a Registered Veterinary Technologist, have been working together as part of a surgical team since 2020. Together, they have navigated countless surgeries and consultations with a blend of expertise and teamwork that dovetails effortlessly.
The partnership was driven by a common goal, to elevate the standard of care for animals in need and to make a tangible difference in the lives of pets and their families. They recognized the need for pet owners to access cost effective, specialized surgical care in the Nanaimo and the Central-Vancouver Island area. ORCA was founded to provide these essential services and create a positive impact to the lives of beloved pets and their devoted owners. Our distinguished team offer exceptional care and service, leveraging cutting-edge technology to ensure top-tier veterinary support.
Specialist Veterinary Care
Serving Nanaimo,
Vancouver Island and BC
Specialty Surgery
Advanced Imaging
Surgical Referrals
Internal Medicine Referrals
Pet Owners
Founding Medical Director, Dr. Tim Preston, a Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon and Founding Practice Manager, Amanda Barker, a Registered Veterinary Technologist, have been working together as part of a surgical team since 2020. Together, they have navigated countless surgeries and consultations with a blend of expertise and teamwork that dovetails effortlessly.
The partnership was driven by a common goal, to elevate the standard of care for animals in need and to make a tangible difference in the lives of pets and their families. They recognized the need for pet owners to access cost effective, specialized surgical care in the Nanaimo and the Central-Vancouver Island area. ORCA was founded to provide these essential services and create a positive impact to the lives of beloved pets and their devoted owners. Our distinguished team offer exceptional care and service, leveraging cutting-edge technology to ensure top-tier veterinary support.
Discover the ORCA difference!
Veterinary and Surgery Excellence
- New fully equipped hospital to handle a full range of surgical procedures.
- Registered Veterinary Technologists with a Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) in Anesthesia & Analgesia and Emergency & Critical Care.
- Surgeons dedicated to orthopedic, soft tissue, and minimally-invasive procedures.
- Highly skilled and dedicated surgical assistants.
- Overnight patient care provided.
Exceptional Client Experience
- Commitment to answer all client questions before, during, and after surgery.
- Dedicated Client Liaison to coordinate appointments, schedule procedures, refill medications, and answer all questions.
Trusted Partnership with Referring Veterinarians
- Comprehensive case summaries.
- Consistent and on-going communication.
- Commitment to timely updates.
Our Services Include:
Orthopedic Surgery
Our specialist team, led by Dr Tim Preston DACVS-SA (Board Certified Surgeon), aims to improve patients’ mobility and comfort by using advanced surgical techniques and equipment to address a variety of orthopedic injuries like fractures, ligament tears, and joint diseases.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft tissue surgeries encompass procedures like amputation, gastrointestinal surgery, complex wound closures and more, addressing a wide array of conditions.
Surgical Oncology
Our team have vast experience in dealing with cancer surgery in pets. We are committed to providing you with the information to help guide you through the surgical treatment options for your pet. This may include advanced imaging, biopsy, surgical removal of the cancer or referral to subspecialists if indicated. We are here to support you in making informed decisions about your loved one’s care in this challenging time.
Internal Medicine
We are very exited to now offer Internal Medicine as a specialized service focused on diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders affecting a pet’s internal systems and organs.
Outpatient Imaging – CT Xcanning & X-ray
Diagnostic imaging techniques such as radiographs (x-rays) and computed tomography (CT scan) provide information that can aid in diagnosing and treating your pet’s condition. Advanced imaging plays a vital role in the diagnosis of many medical problems.
All your information in one place!
Our Client Portal allows you to:
- Pay invoices
- See statements
- Request refills of medications*. *= only if already prescribed refills
- See medical records
- Add other pets/owners to your file
- Update personal details e.g. address, phone, email
