Best Veterinarians in Jacksonville, FL

Growing up in sunny Jamaica, Dr. Janet Lee spent years accompanying her father to Caymanas Park, where he trained race horses. Dr. Lee would assist with the animals’ veterinary needs in whatever way she could. When her family migrated to southern Florida, she continued working with horses at a large equine veterinary practice and the local race course.

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Dr. Nikolay “Dr. Nik” Nikolov earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the School of Veterinary Medicine, in Bulgaria, in 1989. He completed the ECFVG (Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates) certification program at the Boren Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Dr. Caldwell and vet tech Erica were fantastic—Erica even greeted me at the door by name and already knew my kitty’s name, which made the experience feel so personal. If you're looking for compassionate, detail-oriented vets in Southside, this is the place.

Award-winning veterinarian Dr. Steven Neihaus specializes in veterinary orthopedic and oncologic surgery, as well as soft tissue reconstruction. He has dedicated his career to animal health and welfare, donating his surgical skills to the Jacksonville Zoo and local rescue organizations.

Dr. Amar has been practicing as a veterinarian for over seven years in Florida. After graduating in India with his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Dr. Amar began his journey in the USA by obtaining a master’s degree at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine (UGA).

Dr. Ross Griffith, originally from Georgia, earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ross University in 2012, completing his clinical year at Oklahoma State University. He has been practicing veterinary medicine in Jacksonville since 2013 and joined Coastal Veterinary Hospital as Lead Veterinarian on November 4, 2025.

Dr. Mickie Fernandez-Guckes earned her Bachelor of Science and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida. She grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida where her passion for animals began at a young age. After graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Mickie started practicing as a small animal veterinarian in Jacksonville and has loved being here ever since!

Dr. Zalud is a Jacksonville native who grew up with a love for animals. She got her start working in the kennel right here at Companion years ago and knew from then on that this was home to her. Dr. Zalud attended the University of North Florida where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She was accepted into veterinary school at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine on the Caribbean island of St. Kitts. After enjoying 2.5 years of island life and veterinary studies, she returned to the US for her senior year and clinical rotations at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Zalud graduated veterinary school in 2009 and immediately returned to Jacksonville to begin practicing. She worked for the first 3 years practicing medicine, as well as doing relief work here at Companion. In December 2012, Dr. Zalud took over the business from Dr. Chambers. Dr. Zalud enjoys spending her free time with her family, friends and pets as well a playing soccer. She also enjoys working with K9s for Warriors, caring for rescue dogs that are training to be service dogs to veterans.

Dr. Dill graduated with a Doctorate of veterinary medicine from the College of Veterinary Science, Hyderabad, India. He did his Master's in Animal Sciences at Fort Valley State University, Georgia. Before moving to Florida, Dr. Dill worked as a veterinarian in Pennsylvania.

Dr. David Qualls joined River City Veterinary Hospital in 2019. He is a graduate of the University of Florida where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. A lifelong resident of Florida, he has been practicing in northeast Florida since 1981 and currently resides in Jacksonville with his wife, Selene, and their family.

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Dr. Rossi has been a veterinarian for over 35 years, and has operated Riverside Animal Hospital for the past 30 years. He is one of the country’s leading authorities in reptile medicine, and is the author of nearly one hundred articles in the fields of herpetology and reptile medicine.

Dr. Sri graduated with a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) veterinary college in India in 2004. She moved to the United States in 2005 after getting married to Dr. Gutta, who is also a practicing veterinarian with San Marco Animal Hospital. After Dr. Sri successfully completed the Educational Equivalency Assessment Certification program, administered by the American Veterinary Medical Council, she began working at Clay County Humane Society and stayed with them for more than 2 years.

Dr. Steven November is a dedicated veterinarian at Avondale Animal Hospital in Jacksonville, FL.

Dr. Kevin Drygas, a Florida native and graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, is a Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon. After veterinary school Dr. Drygas completed a one year general rotating internship in Denver Colorado, followed by a three year surgical residency under the mentorship of Dr. Robert Goring. As a veterinary surgeon Kevin has received advanced training in the fields of stifle stabilization, minimally invasive surgery, complex fracture fixation as well as gastrointestinal surgery.

Dr. Yvonne Kline is the Chief Medical Officer at EveryPet. She graduated from the UC Davis College of Veterinary Medicine with both a DVM and a master’s degree, and she completed a rotating medical and surgical internship in New York with NYC Veterinary Specialists in 2012.

Dr. Sonyaliz Goveo is particularly interested in stabilization, anesthesia and surgery. She finds emergency cases involving blocked cats the most gratifying to treat.

Dr. Craig Sandler is a dedicated veterinarian at Lakewood Animal Clinic in Jacksonville, FL.

Dr. Beth Anne Frost is a dedicated veterinarian at Pottsburg Creek Animal Clinic in Jacksonville, FL.