Medical Director

Carrie Schlachter, VMD, IVC, Medical Director and Staff Veterinarian

Dr. Schlachter oversees all rehabilitation and fitness programs at Circle Oak, working either directly with horse owners or their attending veterinarians. Our team of veterinary technicians reports to her and carries out treatments under her direction. She is responsible for the design of our rehabilitation and fitness programs and ensures that all programs have objective, measurable goals and means of monitoring progress. She is available for consultation by referring veterinarians to whatever degree they wish.

Dr. Schlachter grew up riding horses in the competitive ‘A’ circuit on the East coast and has more than 30 years of experience with horses as a rider, veterinarian and owner. Educated at the University of Pennsylvania’s Veterinary School and New Bolton Center, she received the Charles F. Reid Clinical Excellence Award for Sports Medicine and Imaging as well as numerous scholarships. She is a former member of the Large Animal Services External Advisory Board of the University of California, Davis, Veterinary Hospital and as “Dr. Carrie”, authors a veterinary column for Ride Magazine every other month.

For many years in general practice, Dr. Schlachter nurtured her interest in sports medicine, particularly in diagnostic ultrasound.  To increase her diagnostic and treatment options, she has broadened her expertise to include chiropractic manipulation and acupuncture as well as regenerative medicine therapies such as IRAP, PRP and bone marrow-derived stem cells.

Dr. Schlachter operates her on-site and ambulatory practice at Circle Oak Equine. Her practice focuses solely on sports medicine, with special emphasis on lameness and digital diagnostics.

To consult with Dr. Schlachter or make an appointment, email her at drcarrie@circleoakequine.com or call her at 707-738-2529.