Business Details
12 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Premier Exotic Animal Veterinary Care in Fort Myers, FL
Founded in 2014, MEDLIN EXOTIC ANIMAL MEDICAL SERVICES is a specialized veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for exotic pets. Our team, led by Dr. Scott Medlin, focuses exclusively on exotic animal medicine, ensuring tailored expertise for birds, reptiles, and small mammals. With a commitment to advanced diagnostics, surgery, and preventative care, we prioritize husbandry evaluation to address root causes of illness.Our services include wellness exams, orthopedic procedures, and house calls within 60 miles of Fort Myers. We emphasize transparent communication and compassionate treatment, driven by decades of combined experience in exotic medicine. Our mission is to offer accessible, high-quality veterinary care while supporting local wildlife organizations and rescue groups.
Services
Annual Wellness Exams
Spays and Neuters
Orthopedic Surgery
Soft Tissue Surgery
Rigid Endoscopy
Ultrasounds
Digital Radiography
Nail Trims
Vaccinations
Microchipping
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We specialize exclusively in exotic animal care.
- Our veterinarian completed an ABVP residency in avian medicine.
- We offer house calls within 60 miles of Fort Myers.
- We focus on husbandry evaluation to prevent illness.
- We provide emergency care for exotic animals.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)
What people say
Knowledgeable and caring
Best veterinarian
Compassionate and courteous
Fantastic service
Compassionate care
Services
Exotic Pet Care
We specialize in comprehensive care for exotic pets, including birds, reptiles, and small mammals. Our services address medical, surgical, and preventative needs, prioritizing species-specific husbandry evaluation. Expertise ensures optimal health outcomes.
House Call Service
House calls cater to home-bound clients, transport-challenged pets, or multiple-pet households within 60 miles of Fort Myers. Additional fees apply for travel-based appointments requiring extended logistical coordination.
Dental Procedures
Specialized dentistry for rabbits and rodents addresses hypsodont teeth requiring precise diagnostics and corrective interventions. Preventative and therapeutic approaches alleviate pain and restore normal eating functions for small mammals.
Emergency Care
Exotic emergency services prioritize rapid assessment and intervention for critical conditions. We recognize prey animals' tendency to mask illness until late stages, requiring immediate professional attention to improve survival odds.
Diagnostic Imaging
Advanced diagnostic tools include digital radiography, ultrasound, and rigid endoscopy for internal examination. These technologies enable precise evaluation of organ systems, skeletal structures, and soft tissue abnormalities in exotic species.
People
Dr. Scott Medlin
Exotic Animal Veterinarian
Dr. Medlin completed an ABVP residency in avian medicine after veterinary school at the University of Wisconsin. With experience at zoos nationwide, he founded MEAMS in 2014 to specialize in exotic animal care.
Carla
Reception Manager
Born in Costa Rica, Carla graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a psychology degree. She manages clinic operations while caring for her exotic pets, including a Congolese gray parrot and Californian rabbit.
Questions
What exotic pets do you treat?
We treat all species of birds, reptiles, rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, hamsters, rats, mice, gerbils, sugar gliders, hedgehogs, prairie dogs, and amphibians.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide urgent care for exotic animals, emphasizing immediate treatment for critical conditions.
Are house calls available?
We offer in-home visits within 60 miles of Fort Myers with additional travel fees.
Why choose an exotic-only vet?
Specialization ensures greater volume and expertise treating exotic species compared to general veterinary practices.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Lee, Charlotte, and Collier counties, including Marco Island, Venice, La Belle, Arcadia, and Immokalee.
