Dermatology Referral Service Ltd

Dermatology Referral Service Ltd in Glasgow is part of IVC Evidensia and operates as a specialist-led veterinary referral centre focused on skin and ear disease in cats, dogs and horses. The clinic names two dermatology specialists, Hilary Jackson and Christian Ortalda, and lists dermatology-specific diagnostics and treatments including video-otoscopy, intradermal testing and immunotherapy. Recent feedback continues to highlight clear explanations, diagnosis and treatment planning, and a friendly, caring team.

Services

• •Specialist referral assessment and treatment for skin and ear disease in cats, dogs and horses.
• •Website-listed dermatology diagnostics and treatment options include video-otoscopy, intradermal testing and immunotherapy.
• •Recent reviews give practical examples of the caseload, including allergy management, skin issues, and cases where owners felt they received a diagnosis and treatment plan quickly, sometimes after a single consultation.
• •The clinic works on a referral basis and states that owners should contact their own vet first for referral.
• •The website also states that Klarna is accepted as a payment option.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic. In reviews, one owner notes that treatment for skin problems can be expensive, but felt the diagnosis and treatment received made it worthwhile.

People

• •Christian Ortalda (dermatology specialist): repeatedly praised for being patient, professional, kind and caring, with several owners mentioning good progress in their pet’s treatment.
• •Hilary Jackson (dermatology specialist): mentioned positively for giving great advice and looking after a pet well.
• •Support team: reception staff, assistants and the wider team are regularly described as friendly, welcoming, helpful and caring.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8/5 from 95 reviews.

Recent review themes include

• •Owners frequently describe the team as friendly, caring and approachable, with clear explanations throughout the consultation and treatment process.
• •Christian Ortalda is the standout name in recent feedback, with owners praising both his manner and the progress made with dogs and a cat under his care.
• •Reviews include positive outcomes such as a dog whose allergies are now under control, and one owner who felt they received a diagnosis and treatment after one consultation.
• •Reception and support staff are mentioned repeatedly as especially welcoming and helpful; cost comes up occasionally, but the overall tone is strongly positive about the value of the care received.