The friendly, professional staff at VCA Animal Hospitals is made up of dedicated individuals who have made it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to the mission, the hospital team relies on several individuals, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for both you and your pet. And if things get complicated, we are fortunate to have access to the nation's largest network of VCA veterinarians and board-certified specialists.
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Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.
Team Spotlight
Dr. Bruggeman hails from Gilbert, Arizona, and has had an enthusiastic passion for animals from a young age. She attended the University of Arizona (go Cats!), followed by St. George's University, where she obtained her doctorate in veterinary medicine. She practiced for several years in Cresskill, New Jersey, before relocating to sunny Florida in 2021 and has enjoyed being the Medical Director of VCA Aventura Animal Hospital since 2023.
Through a variety of case exposure and continuing education courses, Dr. Bruggeman has developed a particular interest in long-term medical management cases, soft tissue su...
