Pets in Balance
Dr. Lisa Starr
Bortell Animal Hospital
Dr. David Bortell
About This Practice
Bortell Animal Hospital offers integrative vet care in Bloomington, Illinois. Dr. David Bortell practices here. The practice’s listed services include herbal medicine, Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), nutrition counseling, homeopathy and acupuncture.
At a glance
- Practitioner: Dr. David Bortell
- Type of care: Holistic & Integrative Vet · Veterinary Acupuncture
- Location: Bloomington, Illinois
Why it matters for French Bulldogs
Integrative vets commonly use acupuncture as supportive care for back pain, IVDD recovery and arthritis, which are all common in French Bulldogs. Find out how many brachycephalic dogs they work with. Learn the warning signs in our French Bulldog IVDD guide.
Sources: the IVAS (International Veterinary Acupuncture Society) directory and the Veterinary Botanical Medicine Association directory, checked October 2026. Fees, services and hours can change, so check with the practice before booking.
Care Offered
Therapies & Services
Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, TCVM (Chinese Medicine), Nutrition Counseling, Homeopathy
Credentials
DVM, CVA, CVH, Certified Chinese Food Therapist
Contact and Location
Address
2712 E Lincoln, Bloomington, IL 61704
Phone Number
Email Address
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