About Dr. O
An expert in Shelter Medicine, HQHVSN and Veterinary Forensics.
After spending more than eight years as an Animal Shelter Veterinarian managing the San Jose Animal Care & Services veterinary department, Dr. O started her own business. While she still works predominantly with animal shelters and animal control agencies, she also teaches and cares for client-owned animals in general practice settings.
Dr. O is fully vaccinated, Fear Free Certified and a Certified Animal Welfare Administrator.
12+
Years of Experience
Why Dr. O?
Focus On Patient Care & Outcomes
Dr. Ostermann provides you with veterinary services that are customized to meet your organization’s needs.
Thousands of hours of surgical experience
Excellent surgical outcomes
Proven track record
Excellent rapport with support staff
Focus on efficient and effective patient care
Clear communication
Procedures Offered
OVH / OVE (Spay)
Castration (Neuter)
Amputations (forelimb, hindlimb, tail)
Enucleation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Aural Hematoma Repair
Foreign Body Removal
Diaphragmatic Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Cystotomy
Mass Removal
Pyometra
Dystocia
Cryptorchid (inguinal & abdominal)
Dewclaw (unattached only)
FHO
Stenotic Nares Resection
PPDH Repair
Symphyseal separation stabilization (wiring jaw)
Dental extractions with or without surgical flaps
Surgery Preferences
Gloves – Size 7 – Latex OK
Gown – M / L / XL
Suture – Monocryl or PDS for Spays & Neuters (3-0, 2-0 and 0)
Anesthesia – Preference for multimodal anesthesia (including Class II’s, NSAIDs, and local blocks whenever possible)
Service Area:
California, Predominantly Bay Area
Email:
sharon@dvm.com
Availability:
Monday through Friday