Business Details
7 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarians in Summerton, SC
Lake Marion Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for small animals in Summerton, South Carolina. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff prioritize your pet's health through preventative care, advanced diagnostics, and compassionate treatment. We offer services including digital radiography, dental procedures, soft tissue surgery, and ultrasound, supported by an in-house pharmacy for heartworm and flea prevention.With a focus on community needs, we provide personalized consultations and referrals to specialists when necessary. Our clinic was founded in 2019 by Dr. James Brad Phillips and Dr. Becca Barron, who bring extensive experience from their training at Ross University and Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. We emphasize transparent communication, client education, and creating a comfortable environment for both pets and their owners.
Services
Preventative care
Digital radiography
Dental cleanings
Soft tissue surgery
Ultrasound
Heartworm prevention
Flea and tick control
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services for urgent pet care needs.
- Our team includes veterinarians with clinical training from Texas A&M University.
- We provide sedation-free radiographs for OFA certification in dogs.
- Our in-house pharmacy ensures immediate access to heartworm and flea preventatives.
- We maintain transparent communication about treatment options and costs.
What people say
Highly professional and caring
Responsive to emergencies
Top quality animal care
Kindest vets available
Blessing to the community
Services
Preventative Care
Our preventative care program includes annual wellness exams, parasite control, and vaccination schedules tailored to your pet's life stage. We recommend yearly check-ups for adult pets and more frequent visits for puppies, kittens, and seniors. During each exam, we assess weight, temperature, and overall health while discussing nutrition and exercise habits.
Dental Services
We provide comprehensive dental care including professional cleanings under anesthesia, oral examinations, and home care guidance. Our staff educates pet owners on maintaining oral hygiene to prevent periodontal disease. We use modern equipment to address tooth extractions and other dental procedures requiring surgical intervention.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Our surgical services cover skin mass removal, bladder stone extraction, and cancer-related procedures. Veterinarians explain each operation's details and recovery process. We maintain strict monitoring during anesthesia and provide post-operative care instructions for home recovery, ensuring optimal healing outcomes for pets.
Vaccination Programs
We administer core vaccines for distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, and rabies in dogs, along with feline distemper and herpes vaccines for cats. Optional vaccinations include bordetella and leptospirosis. Puppies and kittens receive their first vaccines at eight weeks, with follow-up boosters according to recommended schedules.
End of Life Care
Our compassionate team supports pet owners through difficult decisions regarding euthanasia and aftercare. We provide resources for coping with pet loss and work closely with families to ensure pets remain comfortable during their final days. This service includes guidance on memorial options and grief counseling for family members.
People
Dr. James Brad Phillips
Practice Owner, DVM
Dr. Phillips graduated from Francis Marion University and earned his veterinary degree from Ross University. He completed clinical training at Texas A&M University and practiced in Florence, SC before establishing Lake Marion Animal Hospital in 2019.
Dr. Becca Barron
Practice Owner, DVM
Dr. Barron holds a business degree from Hollins University and a veterinary degree from Ross University. After clinical training at Texas A&M, she practiced in Tallahassee before co-founding Lake Marion Animal Hospital in 2019 with Dr. Phillips.
Savannah Hill
Veterinary Technician
Savannah joined the team in 2022 after graduating from Laurence Manning Academy. She focuses on client communication and enjoys helping families with pet care while maintaining the clinic's family-oriented atmosphere.
Zowie Hatfield
Veterinary Technician
Zowie started in 2023 and specializes in animal advocacy. She values the clinic's nurturing environment and contributes to patient care through compassionate support and technical expertise in veterinary procedures.
Carly Broadway
Office Assistant
Carly has worked at the hospital since 2020 while completing her high school education. She assists with daily operations and client interactions, bringing enthusiasm and a commitment to continuous learning about animal care.
Questions
What services does Lake Marion Animal Hospital offer?
We provide preventative care, digital radiography, dental services, soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, vaccination programs, and end-of-life care for small animals.
Do you accept emergency veterinary cases?
Yes, we offer emergency walk-in services with a $85 fee for urgent pet care needs outside regular appointments.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 803-488-8800 or use our online booking system. A $50 deposit is required for appointment scheduling.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and cash payments. Payment is required at the time of service.
Are your veterinarians licensed?
Yes, our veterinarians hold licenses in South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia with training from accredited veterinary programs.
Do you offer pet boarding services?
Currently, we focus exclusively on veterinary medical services and do not provide pet boarding facilities.
Reviews (6)
Cathy Beesley
Dec 20, 2021
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We're out of towers, had an emergency and they took my Gus right away and kept him over night to watch him. They were great!
Rick Patrick
Nov 22, 2021
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Everyone was friendly and courteous. Will always take my puppy there. Very clean and organized. On time and at a good price.
Terrey Streath
Oct 26, 2021
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Always a good experience for us and our boy. The facility is always clean and odor-free. The staff are professional and friendly. The doctors are outstanding and give us thorough, understandable answers. Dino highly recommends Lake Marion Animal Hospital!
Sarah Dukes
Oct 26, 2021
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Great friendly staff members!!!! Highly recommend going even if it takes me 45 minutes. They took care of my baby girl and answered my nervous mom questions before taking her back for surgery!!!!
Kelly Mcgregor
Oct 24, 2021
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Just moved to the area and was very pleased to have found this place we've only had our first appointment but couldn't be happier great service the nurses were wonderful very helpful the vet fantastic explained everything didn't make me feel rushed. oh did I mention I was able to make an appointment and get in in 2 days that was fantastic news to me. Beautiful place very clean highly recommend.
Jane Hooper
Jun 14, 2021
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Dr. Baron and the staff at Lake Marion Animal Hospital hit it out of the park with their bladder surgery of our little Chiquita. She's back to being a lovable small dog with no bladder problems! She's no longer incontinent in the house and able to do her "business" outside without pain. From 6 stones in a small bladder to non has made Chiquita's life (and ours) so much better.... It was well worth the trip from Charleston to see them!