Specialty VETPATH
Specialty VETPATH is a general practice in Seattle, WA. Procedures include Immunohistochemistry, Bone marrow evaluation, Cytopathology, and Immunocytochemistry.
About
SpecialtyVETPATH is a veterinary diagnostic laboratory based in Seattle that specializes in clinical and anatomic pathology. The practice is owned and directed by board-certified veterinary pathologists who provide expert diagnostic services, including surgical pathology, cytopathology, and dermatopathology. Their diagnostic approach emphasizes clinicopathologic correlation, with pathologists reviewing samples on glass slides to ensure detailed, high-quality analysis for veterinary patients.
The laboratory serves the veterinary community by providing specialized diagnostic support, including immunocytochemistry and ocular pathology services. They maintain a collaborative model, working closely with clinical care teams to interpret bloodwork, cytology, and biopsy samples. In addition to their diagnostic work, the team facilitates professional development through workshops, training, and educational resources for veterinarians and their staff.
Surgical team
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Jennifer Ward
DVM, DACVP
Dr. Jennifer Ward founded SpecialtyVETPATH in 2009 in order to pursue an unconventionally collaborative approach for her professional practice.
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Laura Black
DVM, DACVP
Dr. Laura Black joined SpecialtyVETPATH after residency and became ACVP boarded in clinical pathology in 2016.
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Chris Reilly
DVM, DACVP
Dr. Chris Reilly earned his DVM degree from Tufts University in 2002, and completed a rotating internship at the Animal Medical Center in NYC the following year.
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Randy Walker
DVM, DACVP
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Sarah Larosche
DVM, DACVP
Procedures
- Immunohistochemistry
- Bone marrow evaluation
- Cytopathology
- Immunocytochemistry
- Surgical pathology
Frequently asked questions
- What diagnostic services are available for ocular conditions?
- SpecialtyVETPATH provides a dedicated Ocular Pathology Service headed by Dr. Chris Reilly. This service offers detailed and thorough ocular and periocular pathology analysis, typically providing results within four business days of receiving the sample. The team also collaborates with the clinical pathology department to review ocular and periocular cytology samples.
- Does the laboratory provide immunocytochemistry (ICC) services?
- Yes, SpecialtyVETPATH performs immunocytochemistry on previously stained cytology slides. They utilize a comprehensive menu of markers to provide non-invasive diagnostics that can help guide treatment plans and reduce costs for pet owners. The laboratory maintains a turnaround time of approximately 24 to 48 hours for these results.
- How does the laboratory approach the analysis of patient samples?
- The laboratory is a high-touch facility where each sample is treated as an extension of the patient. Clinical pathologists work on-site, reviewing cases on glass slides with microscopes rather than relying on digital scans. This process is grounded in clinicopathologic correlation, ensuring that laboratory findings are interpreted in the context of the patient's specific clinical case.