Luz Borrero-Yu, DVM

Dr. Yu brings a truly global perspective to her work at Pieper Veterinary, shaped by a diverse background in both wildlife and companion animal medicine. Born and raised in Medellín, Colombia, she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Universidad de Antioquia before spending five years as the solo veterinarian at Zoológico Santa Fe, where she cared for a wide range of wildlife species. She then continued her academic journey as a Fulbright Scholar at Virginia Tech, earning a Master of Science degree with a focus on mule deer research. Dr. Yu further advanced her training through the Foreign Veterinarian Graduate Program at Purdue University and joined Mountain Lore Animal Hospital in 2007.

With a passion for delivering thoughtful, compassionate care, Dr. Yu has a special interest in ophthalmology and endocrinology. She is dedicated to staying at the forefront of veterinary medicine through ongoing continuing education and enjoys collaborating with clients to ensure the best possible outcomes for their pets.