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Mountain Star Veterinary Specialists

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 516 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(516) 95 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary DentistryLarge Animal & EquineGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryHolistic & Alternative MedicineExotic & Avian Care
Mountain Star Veterinary Specialists
Services
Veterinary Dentistry, Large Animal & Equine, General Veterinary Care
Reviews
516
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What recent reviews say

Patients travel across the Denver area for Mountain Star's board-certified ophthalmologists and surgical specialists. Dr. Chavkin, Dr. Conway, Dr. Bendlin, and Dr. Hoppers are named repeatedly for patience, listening, and deep medical knowledge that catches what primary vets miss.

Front desk staff send appointment summaries by email and offer advance pricing over the phone. Exam rooms are clean and quiet. Reviewers call it worth the drive and expense for eye disease, complex diagnostics, and cases needing specialist care.

Praised for
  • board-certified specialists
  • gentle and patient exams
  • thorough diagnostics and clear explanations
  • compassionate, knowledgeable staff
  • clean, modern facility
  • quick appointments and advance pricing
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Best for: Owners of dogs with eye disease, complex medical conditions, or surgical needs requiring specialist referral.
Think twice if: Distance from home and specialist referral fees may be significant; this is not a substitute for routine primary care.

Strengths

  • Board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists
  • Handles complex eye disease and surgical cases
  • Thorough exam summaries sent by email
  • Advance pricing transparency by phone

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Matt Chavkin is board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist
  • Dr. Emily Conway handles ophthalmology exams
  • Dr. Sarrah Hoppers
  • Dr. Bendlin performs non-sedated eye procedures
  • Dr. Mazulis on staff
  • Automated text alerts for cancelled appointments
  • Follow-up emails summarizing diagnosis and treatment plan

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Referral-quality diagnostics and exams catch details primary vets miss.
Veterinary Surgery
Board-certified specialists perform non-sedated and complex eye procedures.
Exotic & Avian Care
Reviewers mention no specific exotic or avian care experience.
Veterinary Dentistry
Reviewers mention no dental care.
Large Animal & Equine
Reviewers mention no large animal or equine care.
Holistic & Alternative Medicine
Reviewers mention no alternative medicine approaches.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.6 average across the 167 veterinary dentistry businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring 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 a price estimate before booking?
Yes. Call ahead and staff will give you a general price range over the phone so you can budget accordingly.
Do you offer urgent eye appointments?
Their website lists same-day ophthalmology appointments for urgent concerns and emergencies.
Will I get a summary of my visit?
Yes. Staff send a follow-up email summarizing the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan.
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Last updated 2026-07-05