University Place Vet Hospital

Our Staff



Veterinarians

  • Dr. David Luttinen , DABVP


    Dr. Dave Luttinen is a graduate with honors of the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Whitworth University, and has a special interest in dentistry, internal medicine, oncology (cancer), and soft tissue surgery.  He is the owner of and practices at University Place Veterinary Hospital and  Wheaton Way.

    Dr. Luttinen is a member of AVMA, WSVMA, ABVP, American Animal Hospital Association, International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management, American Veterinary Dental Society, American Association of Feline Practitioners, and the International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society.
  • Dr. Deanna Shafar



Management Staff

  • Elizabeth Green



  • Diane Brinkman



Nursing Staff

  • Stephanie Ryder





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