What types of veterinary medicine are practiced at Pasternak Veterinary Center?

Pasternak Veterinary Center practices both holistic and general medicine, combining conventional and alternative therapies. Dr. Henry Pasternak has practiced integrative medicine, using both holistic and Western therapies, since 2003, and Dr. Jesse Pasternak also emphasizes Western and integrative medicine.

What specialized treatments does Pasternak Veterinary Center offer?

The center offers specialized treatments including acupuncture, peptide therapy for pets, immunotherapy, ozone treatment, and fecal transplants. They also provide general, emergency, and orthopedic surgery, as well as internal medicine and digital radiology.

What conditions do the veterinarians at Pasternak Veterinary Center treat?

The veterinarians treat a wide range of conditions including cancer, arthritis, autoimmune diseases, skin diseases, allergies, and chronic diseases. Dr. Henry Pasternak has a special interest in treating cancers, infections, skin infections, eye issues, musculoskeletal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and autoimmune diseases.

Does Pasternak Veterinary Center offer dental services?

Yes, Pasternak Veterinary Center provides dental veterinary care. They emphasize that lack of proper dental hygiene can be a sign of more serious health issues, and offer dentistry services as part of their comprehensive care.

What are the credentials of Dr. Henry Pasternak?

Dr. Henry Pasternak holds a Doctor's degree in veterinary medicine from the University of Missouri-Columbia and is certified in veterinary acupuncture by the International Veterinary Acupuncture. He is also USDA/APHIS certified.

Pasternak Veterinary Center

Pasternak Veterinary Center is a general practice practice in Los Angeles, CA. Procedures include Fecal Transplants, mass or growth removals, Orthopedic Surgery, and Immunotherapy.

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About

Pasternak Veterinary Center in West Los Angeles, CA, offers a blend of holistic and general veterinary medicine. Services encompass wellness checkups, medical, surgical, and dental care, including general, emergency, and orthopedic surgery. The center provides a range of integrative therapies such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, peptide therapy, immunotherapy, and ozone treatment, alongside digital radiology and internal medicine.

The center provides compassionate veterinary care to companion animals in West Los Angeles and the surrounding communities. The veterinarians focus on individualized care, combining conventional and alternative therapies for conditions ranging from chronic diseases like arthritis and autoimmune issues to cancer treatments and skin diseases.

Surgical team

Henry Pasternak

D.V.M., C.V.A

Henry Pasternak has practiced integrative medicine, using both holistic and Western therapies, at Pasternak Veterinary Center, in West Los Angeles, California, since 2003 with over 34 years of experience.
Jesse Pasternak

D.V.M.

Dr. Jesse Pasternak is a veterinarian at Pasternak Veterinary Center, where he provides compassionate, individualized care with an emphasis on both Western and integrative medicine.

Procedures

Fecal Transplants
mass or growth removals
Orthopedic Surgery
Immunotherapy
General Surgery
Wellness checkups
Anal Glands packing
Holistic & General Medicine
Peptide Therapy for Pets
Anal Gland removal
Internal Medicine
Cancer treatments
Dentistry
Cancer surgeries
Boarding
Spleen removals
Acupuncture
Grooming / Bathing
Pet Microchip
Ozone Treatment
Herbs

Equipment

Digital Radiology
Digital x-ray equipment

Photos

Photos via Google · Pasternak Veterinary Center, Glorrie Pasternak, Mia a_proudpit

Frequently asked questions

What types of veterinary medicine are practiced at Pasternak Veterinary Center?: Pasternak Veterinary Center practices both holistic and general medicine, combining conventional and alternative therapies. Dr. Henry Pasternak has practiced integrative medicine, using both holistic and Western therapies, since 2003, and Dr. Jesse Pasternak also emphasizes Western and integrative medicine.
What specialized treatments does Pasternak Veterinary Center offer?: The center offers specialized treatments including acupuncture, peptide therapy for pets, immunotherapy, ozone treatment, and fecal transplants. They also provide general, emergency, and orthopedic surgery, as well as internal medicine and digital radiology.
What conditions do the veterinarians at Pasternak Veterinary Center treat?: The veterinarians treat a wide range of conditions including cancer, arthritis, autoimmune diseases, skin diseases, allergies, and chronic diseases. Dr. Henry Pasternak has a special interest in treating cancers, infections, skin infections, eye issues, musculoskeletal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and autoimmune diseases.
Does Pasternak Veterinary Center offer dental services?: Yes, Pasternak Veterinary Center provides dental veterinary care. They emphasize that lack of proper dental hygiene can be a sign of more serious health issues, and offer dentistry services as part of their comprehensive care.
What are the credentials of Dr. Henry Pasternak?: Dr. Henry Pasternak holds a Doctor's degree in veterinary medicine from the University of Missouri-Columbia and is certified in veterinary acupuncture by the International Veterinary Acupuncture. He is also USDA/APHIS certified.

Contact & hours

Address

2038 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles

Phone

(310) 268-2275

Website

pasternakvetcenter.com

4.2 · 134 Google reviews

Recent reviews

2 months ago

Ayla Stern

I've been meaning to write this review for a long time. This was the worst vet experience I've had. I took my beloved and very senior cat who was not feeling well to Dr. Pasternak to get some acupuncture and a second opinion on options. I had also just taken him to his regular conventional vet for testing and was awaiting results. From the moment we came in there was a very confrontational attitude toward everything my other vet had said, and toward the quality of life/pain relief medications that vet had already prescribed for my cat. The Dr tried to pressure me to give my cat a steroid shot and a vitamin shot. I was unsure about the steroids and uncomfortable with the way the Dr was aggressively communicating. Ultimately I said no because I saw so many red flags in the way he communicated and the way I felt as a result - I just didn't trust him and decided to go with my gut. I let him give my cat the vitamin but not the steroid shot. He made a big deal about how he was just going to have to throw the shot away and he dramatically threw it in the trash in front of me. I had never even asked him to fill the shot in the first place or agreed to move forward with it. When he put the acupuncture needles in my cat I felt so much anger and negativity from him that I almost didn't even want to do it anymore. After the Dr left the room and the tech was stimulating the acupuncture needles we could hear the Dr in the next room talking to someone about me. He sounded very annoyed and was talking about how ridiculous my decisions were. The doctor's communication with me throughout my visit was manipulative. He expressed the idea that because my cat was ill it was proof that whatever I'd been doing was wrong (even though my cat was 22 years old) and that I needed to do what he was recommending. It felt like I had stepped in the middle of someone else's feud - like he had a problem with other vets and all that anger was coming out toward me. It seemed like if I didn't immediately accept his suggestions he took it as a personal insult. When I had said I didn't want to give my cat the steroid he said "so you want him to suffer?" I had really wanted to have a nuanced discussion of risks vs benefits but ended up with a manipulative pressure campaign. Anyway, a few days later we got the results back from his conventional vet and it turned out my cat had a UTI. I gave him some antibiotics and within a week he was feeling better. I was so thankful that I listened to my gut and did not agree to give him the steroids that Dr Pasternak was pushing. The steroids would have weakened his immune system at a moment when he needed his immune system to fight off the infection. At his age and in his condition that could have been life threatening. Dr Pasternak hadn't even offered to do any testing or wait for the results before administering steroids, which seems very irresponsible. This is literally the first negative review I've ever written on Google. I just think it is important for people to know because this doctor is dangerous.
a year ago

S F

I have never personally visited Pasternak Veterinary, but based on my friend’s recommendation, I decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, my experience has been very disappointing. Last Thursday, my dog developed swelling under her eye, so my husband took her to the Pasternak Vet the next day. Dr. Henry Pasternak examined her, prescribed antibiotics, and told my husband that she might have been bitten by something in the grass. When my husband asked if it could be related to her tooth, the vet checked and assured him there was nothing wrong with her teeth. We followed Dr. Pasternak’s instructions and administered the antibiotics, but instead of improving, the swelling worsened, leading to an open wound that started bleeding. My husband took her back to the clinic, where they drained the abscess and finally acknowledged that it was related to her tooth. What frustrates me the most is that the Dr. misdiagnosed my dog, resulting in unnecessary pain and bleeding. We ended up being charged $350 for two visits, and now we have to take our puppy to a dental clinic to have the tooth removed. This situation could have been avoided if the correct antibiotics had been prescribed and proper guidance given regarding the dental issue. If you love your pet, I strongly recommend avoiding this clinic. I regret trusting my friend’e recommendation and taking my puppy here.
4 months ago

Anastasiia Lo

I am writing this review after the loss of my dog, Bella, and I hope it helps other pet owners advocate more strongly for emergency or specialty care when needed. Bella was treated at Pasternak Veterinary Clinic over the course of nearly three weeks for a severe gastrointestinal illness that progressed to jaundice and significant liver abnormalities. During this time, she was repeatedly given antibiotics, fluids, and injections. Despite persistently abnormal bloodwork (extremely elevated liver enzymes and bilirubin, high white blood cell count), visible jaundice, recurring anorexia, and multiple relapses, I was never advised to seek emergency or specialty care, nor was the seriousness of her condition clearly communicated. At no point was I told that her condition could be life-threatening, that she might require 24/7 monitoring, or that she should be transferred to an emergency hospital or internal medicine specialist. Advanced imaging was not urgently recommended, despite ongoing liver involvement and jaundice. Instead, care continued conservatively with antibiotics. During a relapse, Bella was also given a fecal transplant, despite having active liver disease and systemic illness. Shortly after this procedure, she developed a fever and further deterioration. When I raised concerns that the fecal transplant may have contributed to her relapse, my concerns were dismissed. In hindsight, this intervention felt unnecessary and poorly timed, given the severity and unclear cause of her illness. Bella ultimately deteriorated and required emergency gallbladder surgery at an emergency hospital, where she was found to have severe complications including peritonitis and abdominal fluid. Tragically, she did not survive surgery. I trusted my regular veterinarian to tell me when Bella’s condition was beyond routine outpatient care. Had I been clearly advised earlier to seek emergency treatment, advanced imaging, or specialty care, she may have had a better chance. While I believe the staff cared about Bella, I feel strongly that the lack of escalation, lack of urgency, questionable treatment decisions, and failure to refer contributed to a devastating outcome. I encourage other pet owners to seek second opinions or emergency care promptly if their pet has persistent jaundice, severe liver abnormalities, or is not improving. This review is written in the hope that future patients will receive earlier referrals and more appropriate escalation of care.

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7 months ago

Natasha Suarez

DO NOT COME TO THIS VET UNLESS YOU WANT YOUR FUR CHILD SICK! I came to Pasternak over a year ago seeking a holistic vet after my original vet practice (Shelter Veterinary) who kept making my lovely pup sick even misdiagnosed w/ kidney disease. Upon first visit he concluded she did not in fact have kidney disease and just needed to change her diet, he went on to prescribe my dog herbal supplements to sustain her. A year later she was thriving until she had a sudden high fever. He felt some swollen lymph nodes and was suggesting a bunch of pricey test she needed to conclude what it may be. He prescribed her amoxicillin to bring her fever down. Four days later she was having difficulty walking so I decided to bring her in again. Her fever was still pretty high. He recommended 3 antibiotic shots plus an additional oral antibiotic which was Baytril in addition to the amoxicillin. I found it strange he was flooding her antibiotics that were not herbal and if for humans to take too many pharamaceutical antibiotics can be extremely intense and counter productive I can imagine on an animal. When I told him I was unfortunately going through a financial hardship and to please recommend what is extremely needed and if there was an alternative he started unethically talking about how he doesn't make money how other traditional vets/emergency vets do and went on comparing prices. I found that conversation odd. He addressed the reason she was having difficulty walking was due to the high fever/infection she might have. By that night my sweet girl lost her ability to use her hind legs. Through the power of discernment by the odd last interaction I had with him I decided to go to another ACTUAL holistic center. She was instantly diagnosed with upper respiratory infection and inflammatory condition contributing to her hind legs paralysis. She was prescribed herbal antibiotic (olive leaf extract) for the infection, along with other essential supplements her body needs to get better and stay healthy. She will need some physical therapy to regain mobility. I was able to get her diagnosed and treated for $800 comparing to the 3k he was suggesting in tests only not treatment. If it wasn't for Pasternak nasty greed rather than actually doing what he vowed to do as a medical specialist we would have been able to diagnose her and starting treating her before she got worse. Holistic doctor I'm now seeing is iPet Care & Holistic.
3 months ago

Brylla Diggles

Really amazing. My dog tore both her ccl(acl) and with acupuncture and meds and within a week she started to walk though wobbly but much improvement each time after her acupuncture. Amazing teamwork there and very friendly staff.

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