Business Details
11 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Fear-Free Veterinary Care
Veterinary Medical Center of Fort Mill is a progressive veterinary hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care for cats and dogs in the South Charlotte region. Established with a commitment to excellence, our practice has become a trusted leader through our AAHA-accredited status and Fear Free certification. Our team of five experienced veterinarians and over 30 dedicated staff members bring decades of combined expertise to every patient interaction. We specialize in reducing pet anxiety through our unique Fear Free approach, evidenced by our 18 certified team members and certified cat-friendly practice designation.Our revolutionary Healthy Pet Happy Pet Experience combines personalized consultations with free educational seminars, ensuring pet owners receive both medical expertise and practical knowledge. With over 45 years of collective veterinary experience, we maintain rigorous professional standards that have earned us recognition as one of Newsweek's Americas Best Animal Hospitals 2025. Our practice philosophy centers on treating every pet as an individual while maintaining full transparency and compassionate communication with their human families.
Services
Vaccinations
Dentistry
Nutritional Counseling
Behavioral Counseling
Emergency Care
Surgery
Digital Radiography
Pain Management
End of Life Care
Pharmacy Services
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We are South Carolina's first Fear Free Certified Practice with 18 certified professionals.
- Our AAHA-accredited status demonstrates adherence to veterinary excellence standards.
- We offer free educational seminars through our Healthy Pet Happy Pet Experience.
- Five experienced veterinarians and over 30 dedicated staff members ensure personalized care.
- Recognized as Newsweek's America's Best Animal Hospital 2025 for exceptional service.
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
- Fear Free Certified Practice
What people say
Kind and compassionate staff
Fear Free practice works well
Veterinarians explain everything thoroughly
Professional and helpful team
Amazing care for anxious pets
Services
Vaccinations
Our comprehensive vaccination programs protect pets from preventable diseases through age-appropriate immunization schedules. Our Fear Free certified team ensures stress-free administration for both pets and owners. Vaccinations form the foundation of preventive care that maintains community-wide pet health.
Dentistry
Professional dental cleanings and oral surgery procedures address periodontal disease and dental trauma. Our Fear Free approach minimizes stress during dental exams using specialized handling techniques. Preventive dental care prevents systemic health issues from oral bacteria.
Nutritional Counseling
Customized dietary plans address specific health needs including weight management and chronic conditions. We provide practical feeding guidance during one-on-one consultations. Ongoing nutrition support helps pet owners make informed food choices.
Emergency Care
Our hospital provides critical care for pet emergencies with immediate access to diagnostic equipment and treatment facilities. Our AAHA-accredited protocols ensure proper emergency management. Dedicated staff respond promptly to after-hours urgent situations.
Behavioral Counseling
Expert behavior assessments address anxiety, aggression, and house-soiling issues through positive reinforcement methods. We create customized behavior modification plans considering each pet's unique needs. Ongoing support helps improve pet-owner relationships through improved communication.
People
Dr. Angela Gamboni
Veterinarian
Dr. Gamboni provides compassionate veterinary care with specialized training in Fear Free handling techniques to minimize pet anxiety during visits.
Dr. Breanna Kitchukov
Veterinarian
Dr. Kitchukov offers comprehensive medical care using Fear Free certified methods that create positive veterinary experiences for anxious pets.
Dr. Julie Reck
Owner
As practice owner, Dr. Reck leads South Carolina's first Fear Free Certified Practice and contributes to the Fear Free Executive Council.
Dr. Elizabeth Franklin
Medical Director
Dr. Franklin oversees patient care quality with extensive experience in creating stress-free medical environments for companion animals.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including vaccinations, dentistry, nutrition counseling, emergency services, and Fear Free certified pet handling techniques.
What makes your practice different?
We're South Carolina's first Fear Free Certified Practice with AAHA accreditation and specialized anxiety-reduction methods for pets.
Do you offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we provide urgent care services during regular hours and guidance for after-hours pet emergencies.
What is your Healthy Pet Happy Pet Experience?
This two-step program combines medical consultations with free educational seminars on pet care topics by licensed veterinary technicians.
Are your staff Fear Free certified?
All staff involved in animal handling hold Fear Free certifications, with most achieving advanced level credentials.
How do you handle anxious pets?
We use Fear Free techniques including calming pheromones, gentle handling, and stress-reducing environments tailored to each pet's needs.
