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Mountain Star Veterinary Specialists

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 516 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(516) 95 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary Surgery & OrthopedicsVeterinary Dentistry
Mountain Star Veterinary Specialists
Services
General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
516

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise Mountain Star for combining rare specialist skill with real kindness. Dr. Matt Chavkin (board-certified ophthalmologist), Dr. Emily Conway, Dr. Sarrah Hoppers, Dr. Bendlin, and Dr. Mazulis earn trust for listening carefully, explaining next steps clearly, and spending unhurried time with anxious animals. The facility is described as exceptionally clean and modern. Pricing transparency over the phone and follow-up emails help owners feel in control. Multiple reviewers mention traveling long distances and calling the care worth it.

What sets this practice apart is the blend of board-certified expertise in ophthalmology, dermatology, and surgical care with genuine empathy. They study complex medical histories beforehand. Staff check the lobby for other dogs before anxious pets enter. One reviewer watched a doctor patiently remove a splinter without sedation; another saw a diagnosis catch details a primary vet had missed. The business states it offers vet-to-vet consults, dermatology and ophthalmology collaboration, skin diagnostics, immunotherapy, and eye exams from Denver-area veterinarians.

Praised for
  • specialist expertise and skill
  • genuine compassion for animals and owners
  • thorough, patient explanations
  • clean, modern facility
  • kind and attentive staff
  • stress-aware handling of anxious pets
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Best for: Pet owners with complex eye or skin conditions seeking specialist expertise and compassionate care.

Strengths

  • Board-certified ophthalmologist on staff
  • Specialist expertise in dermatology and eye disease
  • Thorough pre-appointment review of complex medical histories
  • Transparent pricing provided upfront over the phone

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Matt Chavkin: board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Emily Conway: ophthalmology specialist
  • Dr. Sarrah Hoppers: handles complex medical case reviews
  • Dr. Bendlin: patient surgical eye care without unnecessary sedation
  • Dr. Mazulis: dermatology focus
  • Facility described as exceptionally clean and high-tech
  • Text scheduling alerts for cancelled appointments
  • Follow-up emails summarize exams and next steps

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Referral-based care for complex conditions; thorough pre-visit preparation of medical history and clear post-appointment follow-up.
Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics
Surgical eye care praised for minimal stress to animals; one reviewer noted patient splinter removal without sedation.
Veterinary Dentistry
No review text specifically mentions dental services.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.61 average across the 138 general & wellness veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 99
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 82
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get pricing information before the appointment?
Yes. Reviewers report that staff provide pricing estimates over the phone and confirm the out-the-door total before you leave.
Do you help with anxious or dog-aggressive pets?
Yes. The team accommodates nervous animals by getting them into a room quickly, checking the lobby before they leave, and using stress-minimizing handling during exams.
Do you offer vet-to-vet consultations?
Yes. Their website states they offer vet-to-vet consults and dermatology and ophthalmology collaboration for referred cases.

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Last updated 2026-07-08