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Meet Our Ormond Beach Family Vet Team

We’re Ormond Beach’s most experienced veterinary team

Meet our Ormond Beach vets and hospital staff.

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Dr. Kelley Eckert

Veterinarian

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Jill S.

Customer Service Representative

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Kate

Veterinarian Technician

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Debi H.

Veterinarian Assistant

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Dr. Kelley Eckert

Veterinarian

Dr. Kelley Eckert, a Florida native, was born and raised in Ormond Beach. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami and her degree in veterinary medicine from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts. After graduation, she completed a small animal internship at BluePearl Veterinary Partners in Tampa. She was an emergency clinician for five years in Tampa before moving to Sarasota, where she practiced general medicine for five years. On the weekends, Dr. Eckert enjoys traveling, hiking, and swimming. She keeps busy with her husband, Jay, their two kids, Daniel and Grace, and Sailor, their yellow Labrador retriever.

Dr. Christopher Elder

Veterinarian

Dr. Elder is a native of Daytona Beach but has lived in Georgia for most of his life. Dr. Elder attended the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Elder owned his veterinary practice in Georgia for ten years before returning to Florida to enjoy the beach lifestyle. Dr. Elder strongly values client education and a preventative medicine-based approach to care to ensure clients’ pets live long and healthy lives. Dr. Elder enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine but has special interests in internal medicine, dermatology, neurology, behavior, and ultrasonography. When not working, Dr. Elder and his wife enjoy boating and spending time at the beach.

Jill S.
Customer Service Representative

I’ve always loved animals and grew up all my life with many different ones, including squirrels, horses, ducks, cats, dogs, and fish. The only one I have now though is a spoiled rotten cat named Dominique who probably doesn’t know that’s his name because we call him boogie. After moving to Florida and getting settled I began job searching and a friend, now a co-worker said that their Vets office was hiring. Since I love animals I applied and started working here in June 2019 and I am enjoying it very much. I love to spend time with my husband and friends, boating, hiking, swimming, going to the beach, or just hanging out. I love going back home to Georgia to spend time with my kids and grandkids and other family. I also love photography, mostly nature, and animals. I enjoy going to local festivals and events.

Kate

Veterinary Technician

I have loved and cared for animals for as long as I can remember. I was fortunate enough to grow up in a home filled with countless pets as well as eventually purchasing my very own horse after horseback riding for many years. I graduated from high school in Long Island, New York, and immediately began starting working at a veterinary clinic as an assistant. Upon beginning my move to Florida, I began my online studies to become a certified veterinary technician through Penn Foster College. My love for animals and interest in medicine is what drew me to the veterinary industry. I enjoy bringing my miniature Dachshund, Winslow, for walks on the beach as well as caring for my horse and going trail riding with my friends. Being that we are so close to the intracoastal, I also enjoy going out on the boat and fishing.

Debi H.
Veterinary Assistant

My passion for animals came when I was a little girl. I was always trying to help, keep, and save whatever animal I could, but what stands out the most for me is how an animal’s love is unconditional and they bring so much joy and happiness to so many people. I have 2 years of college and have been a stay-at-home Mom for 25 years, which is an education in itself. I chose to work in this field because it is what I love. It was the only choice in my life that made sense. I also love yoga, crafts, and going to the beach. I belong to a great church and love to volunteer and go on mission trips. I have 3 grown daughters who all have a passion for animals as well. One daughter became a veterinarian because of the passion we all shared.

Veterinary Philosophy

We work hard to be Ormond Beach’s leading animal care provider. That means outfitting our hospital with cutting-edge technology and hiring smart, caring people to bring the furry members of your family the best care possible. Our staff takes great pride in the amazing care we provide to your pets. We are well-versed in performing surgery, pet dental, and other common animal procedures in Ormond Beach. Our veterinarians are trained to handle the most stressful situations.

Local, loving care for your dog or cat in Ormond Beach.

At Ormond Beach Family Vet, you and your furry friend are our top priority. From same day appointments to unhurried face time with your veterinarian, we care for the details just as we care for your pet. We thrive on wagging tails and smiling faces, and treat every pet like one of our own. After all, your family is part of our family. We serve Ormond Beach and the surrounding Volusia County area. Get your pet’s vaccinations today!

“These people not only care about your pet but they care about you as well. I love Ormond Beach Family Vet so much!”

—Brandi L.