14831 S.W. Teal Blvd., Beaverton, OR 97007 team@murrayhillvethospital.com
Laird M. Goodman, DVM
American Animal Hospital Association Practitioner of the Year, Pacific Northwest, 1999
Owner and Hospital Director, Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital
"Practicing in Portland since 1983, I’ve sought new techniques to keep pets healthy and minimize pain. By staying open to new ideas, we’ve become pioneers in natural medicine and pain management."
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, 1983
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minors in Chemistry and German, University of Minnesota, 1978
Accreditation in Veterinary Acupuncture, International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, 1984
Professional interests include geriatrics, orthopedics and acupuncture
A widely recognized animal expert and advocate
"I have dedicated my life’s work to the care of animals and have worked hard in the community to raise awareness of animals’ needs and rights. I believe my leadership has made a difference, and the experience has made me a better practitioner."
Oregon Veterinary Medical Association President 2011 - 2012
Veterinary Advisory Board, The Merck Corporation 2011 - present
Consultant/speaker Pfizer Corporation 2009 - present
Board member, Delta Society 2008-present
Member, AAHA Task Force on Animal Welfare Policies & Positions 2008 - 2012
Veterinary Advisory Board, The Intervet Corporation, 2003 - 2011
AAHA Student Advocate, Oregon State University 2009 - 2011
Recipient of the Jim Charlton Memorial Award 2005
District Representative to the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), 2004 - 2008
Veterinary Advisory Board, The Heska Corporation, 2001 - 2004
Honorary Advisory Board, Oregon Humane Society
American Animal Hospital Association Practitioner of the Year for the Pacific Northwest, 1999
Oregon Veterinary Medical Association’s Animal Welfare Award recipient, 1999
Previous monthly guest expert on Good Day Oregon and other Portland-area radio and television programs
Veterinary consultant and caregiver for the filming of Disney’s Homeward Bound
Past president, Portland Veterinary Medical Association
Past chair, Oregon Veterinary Medical Association’s Animal Welfare Committee
Past chair and board member, Oregon Humane Society
Past member, Portland Community College Veterinary Technician Advisory Board
Current member of the following organizations:
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
- Portland Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA)
- Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA)
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS)
- Washington County Veterinary Medical Association (WCVMA)
A proponent for preventive care
"So often the medical community tends to practice ‘crisis care.’ It waits for something to go wrong and then tries to fix it. I believe in a preventive approach, one where we manage risk factors and avoid the ‘crisis’ wherever possible."
A commitment to preserving the human-animal bond
"Pets are an important part of the family, so I respect and understand the close bond that exists between them and their owners. My wife and daughters and I are very attached to our Golden Retriever, Zoey and our three cats, Lilly, Eileen and Annie (all pets we’ve adopted through rescue). My practice isn’t just about preserving health; it’s about preserving the human-animal bond."
