LaurelWood Animal Hospital
Laurelwood Animal Hospital , located near Jesuit High School on Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway, opened on June 12, 2006. Veterinarians Ron Earp and Lynn Erdman recognized a need for quality care for pets. At Laurelwood Animal Hospital, we offer a facility that respects the intelligence and devotion of our clients. Here you will find the best care that your special pet deserves. We greatly value the trust you place in us, and strive every day to be the best source to turn to for keeping your companion happy and healthy.
For Doctors Lynn Erdman and Ron Earp, the development of a new general practice was a blend of something old, something new. What’s old? Their relationships with the West Side community have built long-lasting ties of compassion and trust. What’s new? It’s a beautiful facility that boasts a wealth of natural light and Northwest appeal in color and design. Nearly every window view provides a panorama of trees and greenery.
Our Doctors
Dr. Lynn Erdman Dr. Lynn Erdman is a Wisconsin native who completed her undergraduate degree in Zoology. From there, she attended Iowa State University for a Masters in parasitology and research in the Pathology Department before entering veterinary school.
Together with her late husband, Dr. Tim Girsch, they first practiced in Montana (Tim was an avid fly fisherman, and Montana is Ground Zero). After thawing from -56 degree winters, they arrived in Portland when Tim took a position with Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital.
Lynn has practiced both on the West Side and in Lake Oswego. She practices gonzo gardening, finds time to help in conservation projects, and wishes she could learn how to play the ukulele.
Dr. Ron Earp, entered the Veterinary College at Iowa State University in 1985, graduated in 1989 and moved to Portland shortly thereafter, where he has thrived and formed a loyal following among his many Veterinary patients.
He has two children, Nate and Mary, who are both adjusting to the rigors of college life. Dr. Earp is an enthusiastic fan of baseball, rooting especially hard for his two favorite teams – the Boston Red Sox and whoever is playing the New York Yankees! He has a cat named Shmoopy and 2 dogs, Luna & Cody. For now.
