Veterinarian
Dr. Colton is a native Californian and earned a B.S. in Animal Science in 1983 from UC Davis. After graduation, he worked for three years in the dairy industry in upstate New York as a field nutritionist for the Pillsbury Company. He received his DVM in 1990 from Oklahoma State University and has practiced at Central Oregon Animal Hospital as both an employee and owner since graduation. Dr.Colton has dedicated his career to gaining expertise in the treatment of orthopedic diseases. His practice emphasizes advanced surgical care and he has received the following training and certificates:
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Ohio State/ AO-North America Basic and Masters Orthopedic Training
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Cruciate Ligament Repair
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Advanced training in multiple techniques of cruciate ligament repair including; TPLO, TTA, CBLO, Tightrope and Isolock
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Fracture Repair
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Advanced training in both external fixation and locking plate systems for complex fractures in large breeds, toy breeds, and cats.
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Patellar Luxation
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Advanced training in both diagnosis and corrective treatment of various causes of patellar luxation
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Growth Deformities
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Advanced training in Osteotomies for corrective limb alignment
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Elbow Dysplasia
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Trained in the P.A.U.L technique for treatment of Elbow Dysplasia
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PennHip- Hip evaluation certification
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VetStem- Stem Cell Therapy Certification
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Assistant Instructor for Intrauma Veterinary Orthopedics
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Attending Veterinarian at the High Desert Museum from 2014-2016
Dr.Colton continues making advanced surgical treatments his priority in providing personalized care in a friendly, compassionate, and comfortable environment.
David's interests include fly fishing, backpacking, woodworking, and traveling with his wife Sylvia and their three dogs.
