Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarians in St. Petersburg, FL
Animal Medical Hospital has been dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary care to the St. Petersburg community for over 70 years. Our compassionate team works closely with pet owners to ensure comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. With expertise in emergency services, dental care, and specialized treatments, we utilize state-of-the-art equipment to deliver advanced diagnostics and surgical solutions. Our staff, many with decades of tenure, prioritizes ongoing education to maintain cutting-edge veterinary practices. We emphasize preventive care, client education, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs.The hospital's commitment to excellence extends to its hurricane shelter services, laboratory testing, and in-house pharmacy. Transparent communication and ethical standards guide all patient interactions, ensuring pet owners make informed decisions. Our facilities support cold laser therapy, digital radiography, and laser surgery for enhanced patient outcomes. We maintain rigorous safety protocols for anesthesia and surgical procedures, emphasizing patient comfort and recovery. For over a quarter-century, we have served as a trusted resource for Tampa Bay pet owners seeking reliable, compassionate veterinary care.
Services
Dental Care
Emergency Services
Exotic Pet Care
Laboratory Testing
Surgical Procedures
Pet Pharmacy
Hurricane Shelter
Boarding Services
Specialist Referrals
Diagnostic Imaging
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Over 70 years of veterinary expertise in St. Petersburg
- Experienced team with staff members having 10-35 years of tenure
- 24/7 emergency care access through partner clinics
- Specialized services for exotic pets and pocket animals
- State-of-the-art facilities with digital radiography and laser surgery
What people say
Compassionate staff
Excellent emergency care
Specialized exotic treatment
Affordable rates
Successful surgical outcomes
Services
Dental Care
Our dental services prevent and treat oral diseases through professional cleanings, digital radiography, and specialized treatments. Untreated dental issues can lead to systemic health problems, making regular checkups essential. We provide anesthesia-safe cleanings with pre-operative assessments and post-procedure home care guidance.
Emergency Services
Emergency care is available during regular hours with priority given to critical cases. For after-hours emergencies, we partner with Animal Emergency Clinic and Blue Pearl facilities. Our team handles trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses with rapid diagnostic capabilities.
Exotic Pet Care
We treat avians, reptiles, and small mammals with specialized equipment and expertise. Services include species-specific diagnostics, surgical procedures, and nutritional counseling. Our staff handles unique challenges like rabbit dental malocclusions and ferret adrenal disease.
Laboratory Testing
In-clinic and reference lab testing supports disease diagnosis and treatment monitoring. We perform pre-surgical screenings, parasite detection, and DNA breed identification. Advanced testing through Antech Diagnostics ensures accurate, cost-effective results.
Surgical Procedures
Our surgical services range from spays/neuters to complex orthopedic procedures using CO2 laser technology. Enhanced pain management protocols and anesthetic monitoring ensure patient safety. We perform soft tissue surgeries and fracture repairs with specialized instruments.
People
Dr. Gary Clark
Veterinarian
Dr. Clark specializes in exotic pet medicine and surgery, with extensive experience treating pocket pets and reptiles. He leads the hospital's hurricane shelter program and focuses on preventive care.
Dr. Cindy Ruiz
Veterinarian
Dr. Ruiz provides comprehensive care with emphasis on dental health and internal medicine. She has worked at the hospital for over 15 years, developing individualized treatment plans for companion animals.
Dr. Brooke Kiernan
Veterinarian
Dr. Kiernan specializes in surgical procedures and emergency medicine. Her expertise includes laser surgery techniques and critical care management for trauma patients.
Dr. Godfrey
Veterinarian
Recognized for compassionate care, Dr. Godfrey treats complex cases like pancreatitis and gastrointestinal emergencies. With over a decade of service, he's known for thorough patient evaluations and client education.
Questions
What emergency veterinary services are available after hours?
For after-hours emergencies, we recommend Animal Emergency Clinic (727-323-1311) and Blue Pearl Emergency (727-572-0132) with experienced staff and 24/7 availability.
Do you treat exotic pets like reptiles and small mammals?
Yes, we specialize in exotic pet care including avians, reptiles, and pocket pets with specialized equipment and experienced veterinary professionals.
What are your boarding requirements for pets?
Pets require up-to-date vaccinations, negative fecal exams, and parasite prevention. We provide comfortable housing with veterinary supervision during their stay.
Can I get prescription medications at your hospital?
Our in-house pharmacy offers quality medications with professional dispensing. We also provide compounded formulations for specialized dosing needs.
What surgical options are available for pets?
We perform spays/neuters, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopedic procedures using laser technology. Complex cases receive specialist referrals with coordinated care.
Reviews (2)
Jeffrey Adams
Aug 11, 2021
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At the end of 2017 I brought my mom's 8 year old cat Misty in. She'd been acting very strange- no coordination, dilated eyes, inability to stand. She'd been a perfectly healthy and active cat before this. The nurse interviewed me before the doctor came in and asked some questions, including what she had been eating. I said that for the last month my mom had been feeding her tuna. The nurse said nothing about that. The woman veterinarian came in a few minutes later. The only questions she asked were how long the cat had been like this, I answered a couple of days, and did she get into anything like
Jo Winrow
Jul 07, 2021
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Dr Godfrey and his staff are fabulous!!! lovely people the brt techs are great. Never feel rushed wonderful place!!
