VCA Animal Specialty Group
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Mon-Sun:
Open 24 hours
Specialty Appointment Hours
Mon-Sun: Please Call For An Appointment
VCA Animal Specialty Group
818-244-7977
Dr. Jason Balara is a Massachusetts native who received his veterinary schooling and training right in his home state: he attended veterinary school at Tufts University, completed an internship at Angell Animal Medical Center, and finished his residency at both institutions between 2005-2008. Upon the completion of his residency, Dr. Balara went "in search of better weather," where he spent several years working in the Carolinas and found his fiance. They then moved to Houston, TX where Dr. Balara spent three years working for Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists; at the end of his tenure, they both heard sunny Southern California calling and promptly made their way west.
Dr. Balara believes in constantly improving the state of veterinary medicine, and therefore passes on his wisdom by teaching students, interns, and residents alike. Dr. Balara is also passionate about minimally invasive surgery and joint replacement.
When he isn't at ASG helping our Surgery patients, Dr. Balara enjoys doing home improvement projects, running, and playing soccer. He currently resides in Woodland Hills with his wife and two dogs - a German Shorthaired Pointer named Deacon and a French Bulldog named Reese.
Department:
Surgery
Areas of Interest:
Minimally Invasive Surgery, Joint Replacement
Veterinary School:
Tufts University
Internship:
Angell Animal Medical Center
Internship:
Angell Animal Medical Center
Residency:
Tufts/Angell Animal Medical Center
Memberships:
American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS)
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Veterinary Orthopedic Society (VOS)
Hospital Hours:
Mon-Sun: Open 24 hours
Specialty Appointment Hours:
Mon-Sun: Please Call For An Appointment
Emergency Hours:
Mon-Sun: Open 24 hours