About Dr. Julia Harrison, B.Sc., DVM, L.Ac.
Dr. Julia Harrison
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I was born in Victoria and graduated from the University of Victoria with a B.Sc. in Zoology before attending Saskatoon's Western College of Veterinary Medicine. By graduating in 1985 as a veterinarian, I thought I had achieved my childhood dream of becoming someone 'who would be able to help animals.' However, I feel it was only through my subsequent studies in less mainstream medical fields such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Homeopathy and Veterinary Chiropractic that I was able to more completely realize that commitment. In 1998, after studying acupuncture on my own for several years, I decided to enroll in Canada's oldest school of TCM, Victoria's Canadian College of Oriental Medicine and formalize my training. In 2002, after four years, I completed my training in acupuncture, tui na, food therapy and herbology and wrote the BC licensing exam to become a human acupuncturist (L.Ac.). While in my final year at the college, I completed Dr. Richard Pitcairn's professional course in veterinary homeopathy. I further expanded my training with the Healing Oasis Course in Veterinary Chiropractic which I completed in 2010. |
While accepting that learning is never finished, in 2012 I felt that the time was right to start my integrated veterinary practice, East Gate Veterinary Services. Several years ago, I introduced laser therapy and quickly realized the growing need for a house call practice offering a wide range of alternative veterinary services. I am happy to say that as of 2024, East Gate Veterinary Services is an alternative veterinary care practice, serving Greater Victoria.
Qualifications, post-secondary training and affiliations:
- Completed her degree in Veterinary Medicine at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, SK
- Trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for 4 years at the oldest TCM College in Canada "The Canadian College of TCM" in Victoria, graduating in 2002
- Wrote the B.C. acupuncture board exams and became a licensed human acupuncturist is the Province of B.C. in 2004
- Completed Dr. Richard Pitcairn's Professional Veterinarian Course in 2001
- Completed the Healing Oasis Wellness Centre of Canada Chiropractic Veterinary Course in 2010
- Member of the IAAHPC - International Association of Animal Hospice & Palliative Care
- Member of CTCMA - College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists of British Columbia
- Member of IVAPM - International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management
 Pi - The Office Manager
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Meet Our Staff
**PI - In Memoriam 2008-2023** Pi was a native of Sooke, BC, and received his early veterinary training at Saseenos Veterinary Clinic. His career choice involved a move to Victoria and the more relaxed environment of a house call practice. Behind the scenes, he worked tirelessly in a management position at the office of East Gate Veterinary Services. His role included reception, security, morale and food inspection. His hobbies were bird watching, meditation and gardening. He is missed by all!! |