Claire McDonald, DVM

Dr. Claire McDonald grew up in the town of Jefferson City, Missouri. She knew from a young age that she wanted to be a veterinarian. Dr. McDonald completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri where she had excellent mentorship from the university equine veterinarian, sparking her interest in equine practice. Dr. McDonald went on to complete her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at the University of Missouri with Magna Cum Laude honors. Dr. McDonald began her internship at Palm Beach Equine Clinic shortly after graduation. Dr. McDonald loves the variety of caseload here at PBEC and learning about all aspects of equine practice.

She hopes to take the skills that she learns from this internship to continue to provide exceptional care for equine patients, especially in rural or underserved areas as an ambulatory general practitioner. Dr. McDonald even hopes to do some mixed animal practice (both large and small animals) as well!

When not at the clinic caring for horses, Dr. McDonald enjoys running, going to the beach, trying out new restaurants, visiting Walt Disney World, and spending time with her amazing intern mates!