Irish Veterinary Specialists

Outstanding, independent specialist care for small animals.

Our services

Welcome to Irish Veterinary Specialists

Irish Veterinary Specialists is the private referral practice of Specialist small animal surgeon Jerry O’Riordan. We operate out of the Blackpool Veterinary Hospital premises, located in Blackpool on the Northside of Cork City.

Our surgeon Jerry is an expert in his field and is offering specialist services in small animal surgery (soft tissue and orthopaedics) and spinal / neurological surgery.

We promise a friendly and professional experience for you and your clients.

What do we provide?

We are offering specialist services in small animal surgery and accept referrals in the following disciplines:

  • Orthopaedics

  • Soft Tissue Surgery

  • Neurology & Neurosurgery

  • Diagnostic Imaging (Relating to Neurological and Orthopaedic conditions)

For our full procedure list please refer to our services page.

Our services

Why make a referral to Irish Veterinary Specialists?

At Irish Veterinary Specialists we promise to look after every pet in our care as if it were own.

With access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment we aim to bring the exceptional treatment standards found in university teaching hospitals to private practice, whilst also providing a supportive, caring environment for pets and their owners.

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Need advice?

If you are a veterinary surgeon in need of some advice on a case, or if you would like to chat about a case prior to arranging referral please feel free to contact us.

“We sought Jerry’s advice for our Maltese Terrier, Polo, when we were advised that he need an operation to improve his hip. We were extremely impressed with Jerry, who once he had thoroughly examined Polo decided not to proceed with an operation believing it to be unnecessary and unhelpful for Polo’s condition. He was proved right and Polo continues to thrive without having had an operation that may have caused more harm than good.”

- Lesley, Esher

“Contacted Irish Vet Specialists as I was concerned about my cat’s back leg. Really impressed with Mr O’Riordan’s professional manner. He explained the procedure very clearly and put my mind at rest. Boris is now one happy cat”

- Michelle, Guildford

How is a Specialist different from your usual vet?

Advances in medical knowledge mean it is not possible for a vet to be an expert in every field.

There are times when your pet's problem is best dealt with by a Specialist who has many years of training and experience in a particular area.

This is no different from human medicine – for example your usual doctor is the best person to treat your cold but wouldn’t be the best person to perform a hip replacement.

Can anyone make an appointment to see a Specialist?

Everyone has the right to a second opinion.

If you would like to see a Specialist then all you need to do is to ask your usual vet to help you make an appointment. You may need to provide the necessary contact details.

Generally, your vet will contact the Specialist to provide a copy of your animal’s medical history.