Lake Mary Staff

Al Nunez, D.V.M., C.V.A.

Albert J. Nunez, D.V.M. graduated from Ross University with honors in 1991. He began the practice of veterinary medicine in Ohio where he was employed at a mixed animal clinic. Here he became skilled at healing large, farm animals, herd health maintenance, as well as caring for companion animals. Dr. Nunez relocated to South Florida in 1994 and continued to practice veterinary medicine until the opening of Herndon Veterinary Center in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Nunez created a state-of-the-art veterinary facility and developed a team-oriented approach for the caring of pets. Our staff is comprised of highly dedicated and caring individuals whose main objective is to provide quality care in a family setting. Dr. Nunez treats avian, exotics, reptiles, pocket pets, as well as canines and felines. He is certified in veterinary acupuncture and holds a degree from The Chi Institute of Chinese medicine in Gainesville, Florida. He incorporates Traditional and Western medicine along with Eastern medicine, homeopathy, Herbal medicine, Energy medicine and Acupuncture. In November 2001 Dr. Nunez expanded his practice in the Lake Mary area with the addition of the Animal Hospital of Lake Mary. In July 2006 his practice at Herndon Veterinary Center relocated and is now known as Animal Hospital at Baldwin Park. He continues providing compassionate care and client education. For optimum quality of life, he incorporates natural, spiritual and holistic medicinal approaches and tailors them to your pet's needs. Dr. Nunez is involved in many areas of the greater Orlando community. He conducts educational seminars for various organizations in an effort to educate the general public in the care of pets and the special bond between man and beast. Many schools in the area enlist his services in facilitating career day in order to help promote science in a fun way to our youth. Dr. Nunez is also a contributor in many local publications touching many subjects of interest regarding veterinary medicine, spirituality and the environment. He is a yogi, song writer, author and musician and is committed to teaching the principles of inner peace, the human bond with all life on the planet, outer peace and environmental stewardship through private lessons and seminars, books and music. Namaste.

Beth Carson D.V.M., C.V.A.

Dr. Carson grew up in New Jersey and moved to south Florida in 1980. She completed her undergraduate education at Florida Atlantic University, receiving a Bachelor's degree in biology; and received her Doctorate of Veterinary medicine from the University of Florida. Upon completion of veterinary school, Dr. Carson continued her education by completing an internship in acupuncture at the University of Florida. This internship was started in 2005 at the University of Florida, and is the first American Veterinary Medical Association recognized acupuncture internship in the world. She is proud to be the third student to complete this innovative and renowned program. During the internship program Dr. Carson was guided by the distinguished acupuncture expert Dr. Huisheng Xie. Throughout this time, she treated a wide variety of clinical cases, conducted research, and taught veterinary students at the University of Florida Medical Center. Dr. Carson has had extensive training in all areas of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) and is certified in both acupuncture and tui-na (Chinese medical manipulation). She has completed both small animal and equine acupuncture training in basic and advanced therapeutic techniques. She has also completed training in tui-na, food therapy, and Chinese herbal medicine therapies. Dr. Carson teaches these techniques to other veterinarians from all over the country and the world at the Chi Institute in Reddick, Florida. Dr. Carson enjoys practicing integrative medicine, combining the best of both Western and Eastern medical modalities, to benefit the patient. Her areas of interest include arthritis and chronic pain management in geriatric patients, skin problems, allergies, behavioral issues, as well as cancer therapy. Dr. Carson has lectured both locally and internationally on TCVM techniques, and has published articles on the subject. She is on the advisory committee for the American Journal of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. Her future plans include completing a Masters in TCVM and continuing acupuncture research.

Carla Ezell D.V.M.

Veterinary Staff

Carmen Hospital Administrator	Renee Administrative Assistant	Dianne Senior Technician/Team Leader	Carly Veterinary Technician
Jessica Veterinary Technician	Sheryl Veterinary Technician	Ian Receptionist	Christina Kennel Technician