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Welcome to Oakridge Equine Hospital
Your Veterinarian in Edmond, OK
Call us at (405)359-5002

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The dedicated staff and veterinarians at Oakridge Equine Hospital are leaders in Equine Medicine and Surgery. Our facilities feature state of the art medical equipment including the first high field MRI in the central United States.

Our board certified surgeons Dr. Michael Major, Dr. Brent Hague, Dr. Chad Zubrod, Dr. Jeff Brakenhoff and Dr. Lauren Lamb provide expert care in all areas of equine medicine, lameness, respiratory surgery, sports medicine, orthopedics, and emergency abdominal procedures. Dr. Grace Richter provides ambulatory services to our clients with a special interest in reproduction, dental and dynamic endoscopy.

Oakridge Equine Hospital is located in Edmond, Oklahoma near I-35 Exit 146.


Edmond Veterinarian | Oakridge Equine Hospital | (405)359-5002

6675 E Waterloo Rd
Edmond, OK 73034

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Oakridge Equine Hospital

Monday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Testimonials

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  • "Love Oakridge, they take the time to listen, watch and truly figure out your horse. I go for everything from lameness, to dental and Coggins. I drive 2 hours to get there. Only people I trust"
    Dee J.
  • "Service and care for my horse was excellent. Dr.Brakenhoff was meticulous, knowledgeable and very kind. Highly recommend this facility."
    Tammy M.
  • "Gotta love a good vet!!"
    Luann A.