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Dr. Santiago Demierre Gives Peachy a Second Chance When two-year-old Quarter Horse filly Peachy decided to jump out of her paddock for a night-time stroll…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic is the only equine veterinarian based in Wellington, FL, with the powerful SmartRLT Laser. Dr. Natalia Novoa utilizes this revolutionary sport…

Dr. Marilyn Connor of Palm Beach Equine Clinic Discusses Balancing Your Horse’s Energy Sources for Performance The modern equine athlete is asked to train and…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic’s Dr. Meredith Mitchell Hustler Discusses the Role of Electrolytes in Performance Intense training and hot climates can seriously impact any athlete’s…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic is Changing the Prognosis for Condylar Fracture Injuries Palm Beach Equine Clinic is changing the prognosis for condylar fracture injuries in…

The Palm Beach Post recently featured our amazing veterinary technician Brittany Halstead and her dedication to finding second careers for retired polo ponies through ReplayPolo,…

Dr. Jordan Lewis is a graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine and has dedicated her professional career to serving her home…

Even in the winter months, it is important not to underestimate the heat, humidity, and sun. Palm Beach Equine Clinic stresses the importance of proper…

Typically, when a horse’s gait feels off or may be lacking usual impulsion, the rider often assumes it to be an issue of lameness associated…

Equine Veterinary Care Available at PBIEC Showgrounds Annex Office One of the world’s premier veterinary facilities, Palm Beach Equine Clinic, will return as the Official…

When Margo Crowther of Fort Myers, FL, was looking to add a new addition to her string of barrel racing horses, she made one very…

Interns at Palm Beach Equine Clinic are a vital part of keeping the day-to-day operations running smoothly, whether assisting the veterinarians, caring for the horses…

Thrush, rainrot, and scratches are problems that most equestrians have probably encountered, but in the hot, often humid summer months, these issues can incessantly plague…

When dressage rider Meagan Davis and owner Scott Durkin think about the goals they have for their dressage horse Royale, they have tunnel vision for…

The summer weather is here! With the humid weather, pesky flies are at their worst, which creates problems for many horse owners often leading to…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic has the most advanced state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging equipment available. More specifically, Equine Standing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) allows Palm Beach Equine…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic’s surgical team leader, Dr. Robert Brusie, is a nationally renowned board-certified surgeon whose surgical specialties include orthopedic, arthroscopic, and emergency cases.…

Part 2 The veterinarians at Palm Beach Equine Clinic take pride in emphasizing the importance of proper care for equine athletes that are aging into…

Dr. Bryan Dubynsky joined the team of veterinarians at Palm Beach Equine Clinic in 2009 and specializes in treating sport horses, working to return them…

The veterinarians of Palm Beach Equine Clinic have always enjoyed contributing to support the local community in Wellington, FL. As a leader in equine veterinary…

As the summer heat rapidly approaches, the veterinarians of Palm Beach Equine Clinic remind all equine owners to keep their horses well hydrated. Fresh, Clean…

Part 1 Advances in equine medicine are enabling horses to perform longer in their careers than ever before. Together with veterinary care from Palm Beach…

Dr. Selina Passante-Watt traded in the cold winters of Canada for the sunny shores of South Florida and joined the practice at Palm Beach Equine…

For Veterinary Technician Brianna Ploskunak, 22, of Royal Palm Beach, FL, horses are a passion. But not in the way you may think. Raised by…

The world-renowned Palm Beach Equine Clinic, Official Veterinarian of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) and Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, FL, is the…

The process of breeding sport horses is ever-changing. Whether in an effort to produce the healthiest, most talented foals, to prolong the competition career of…

Chinese herbal medicine is a relatively new treatment among equine veterinarians in the western world, but the philosophy of herbals for healing has existed for…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC), based in Wellington, FL, is home to world-renowned surgeons, board-certified specialists, and state-of-the-art diagnostic technology. In addition, PBEC is home…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic combines the best of conventional and alternative medicine to provide comprehensive, full-body care to both sport and companion horses. Dr. Natalia…

Official Veterinarians of 2019 WEF and AGDF Circuits World-renowned veterinary facility Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) will return as the Official Veterinarians of the 2019…

A horse was recently admitted to Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC), based in Wellington, FL, with symptoms that included bleeding from the nostril. The patient’s…

At first glance, Dr. Santiago Demierre appears to be a young veterinarian making a name for himself in the field of equine medicine. A closer…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic President Dr. Scott Swerdlin often says, “If you want to attract equine veterinary specialists, you have to have impressive facilities and…

When Margo Crowther of Fort Myers, FL, was looking to add a new addition to her string of barrel racing horses, she made one very…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) is changing the prognosis for condylar fracture injuries among sport horses. Advances in imaging, surgical talent, and the facilities necessary…

Success Story: Ameloblastic Fibroma When a middle-aged mare with a mysterious mass in her mouth came under the care of Palm Beach Equine Clinic in…

For some, becoming an equine veterinarian was always their calling. But, for Palm Beach Equine Clinic’s own Dr. Marilyn Connor, a diverse education and a…

When Grand Prix dressage rider Meagan Davis needs to make sure her horses are feeling their best, she turns to Palm Beach Equine Clinic, located…

Whether it’s for an Olympic hopeful or a reliable trail horse, Palm Beach Equine Clinic has more than 30 years of proven success keeping horses…

As sport horses become faster and stronger, veterinary medicine is often challenged to break barriers to provide the best in diagnostic and maintenance care. Palm…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic’s Own Dr. Katie Atwood Discusses a 21st Century Take on Equine Reproduction The process of breeding sport horses is ever-changing. Whether…

Many a seasoned horseman will admit that success in any discipline of horse sport is dependent on healthy hooves. Palm Beach Equine Clinic proudly offers…

One of the repeatedly praised and recognized characteristics of Palm Beach Equine Clinic is the great pool of talented professionals from all specialties that make…

Any horse owner’s worst nightmare is realized when their mount begins to show the dreaded signs of colic. For Jody Stoudenmier, a Wellington, FL, resident…

Dr. Natalia Novoa was born in Nashville, TN, and raised in Colombia, where she graduated from the University of La Salle. Upon returning to the United…

Fear of colic is in the back of many horse owners’ minds, but with the expert care of Palm Beach Equine Clinic, owners can rest…

Dr. Meredith Mitchell Hustler is one of the newest additions to Palm Beach Equine Clinic, having joined the team in June of 2017. Originally hailing…

Dr. Michael Myhre was born to be a veterinarian. In 1978 his father, Dr. Grant Myhre, developed a referral practice, Myhre Equine Clinic in Rochester,…

In January 2016, the Pine Hollow team noticed something seemed off just before driving out of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) with their horses. Stopping…

In the past, when a horse’s gait has felt off or lacking in its usual impulsion, it was often assumed to be an issue of…

Originally hailing from Plymouth, MA, Morgan Cooley graduated from Mount Holyoke College in 2013 before beginning to manage a competitive show barn. Then, when an…

This month, Palm Beach Equine Clinic welcomed a new face to their team. Dr. Katie Atwood, 30, hails from Jacksonville, FL, and attended vet school…

Nearly eight months ago, Shes Packin Fame, a 2012 Quarter Horse mare owned by Margo Crowther of Fort Myers, FL, suffered a rare slab fracture…

Originally hailing from Chicago, Illinois, Brittany Cain, 25, attended Southern Illinois University before moving south and joining the staff at Palm Beach Equine Clinic as…

Originally hailing from Chicago, Illinois, Brittany Cain, 25, attended Southern Illinois University before moving south and joining the staff at Palm Beach Equine Clinic as…

Cassidy Hoff (26) is the veterinary technician and assistant to Dr. Richard Wheeler of Palm Beach Equine Clinic. Originally from Middletown, CT, Cassidy joined the…

By Emily Riden, Jump Media with Dr. Selina Watt It’s no secret that in nearly any medical condition, early diagnosis can mean a better prognosis…

Laminitis is a frightening word for horse owners. The causes are many, the treatment is difficult, and the prognosis is uncertain. While laminitis can present…

Originally hailing from Plymouth, MA, Morgan Cooley graduated from Mount Holyoke College in 2013 before beginning to manage a competitive show barn. Then, when an…

Wellington, FL – At Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) in Wellington, FL, the team of three Board-Certified surgeons are all experts in minimally invasive surgical…

Wellington, FL – Diarrhea can be a common problem for horse owners, but how do we know when it is serious? What are some of…

Wellington, Florida – Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC), based in Wellington, FL, boasts one of the most advanced laboratory facilities in the country with onsite…

Wellington, FL – Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) of Wellington, FL, proudly offers advanced services to referring veterinarians and clients in equine podiatry with the expertise…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC), located in Wellington, FL, offers advanced diagnostic imaging, world-renowned surgical talent, and state-of-the-art facilities necessary to quickly diagnose, treat, and…

Wellington, FL – Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) of Wellington, FL, is a worldwide leader in sport horse medicine and emergency colic care. While symptoms…

Several regions across the U.S. have reached the peak of the winter show season, and with the increase in equine travel, as well as large…

Wellington, FL – Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) of Wellington, FL, has a team of 30 skilled veterinarians, including three Board-Certified Surgeons, one of the…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) in Wellington, FL, has the most advanced state-of-the-art surgical and diagnostic imaging equipment available. With board-certified Radiologist Dr. Sarah Puchalski,…

Wellington, FL – Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) is proud to serve as the local headquarters for emergency services and equine diagnostics during the winter…

Dr. Tyler Davis graduated from the University of Glasgow School of Veterinary Medicine in Glasgow, Scotland, and performed his undergraduate studies at Pennsylvania State University.…

The veterinarians at Palm Beach Equine Clinic in Wellington, FL, caution horse owners of recent toxicity cases that have arisen in South Florida suspected by…

By Dr. Ryan Lukens Shipping fever is a respiratory disease complex associated with the transport of horses. A common scenario for shipping fever is when a horse is…

A semi truck with a horse trailer heads down the highway. As more and more international-level sport horse shows sprout up in North America, the…

As horses are competing around the world more than ever, it is important for all owners to implement a routine for vaccinations and biosecurity protocols…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic prides itself as being a consistent leader in horse sport medicine and continues to expand the scanning technologies to provide the…

As one of the top equine medical centers, Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) has the pleasure of working with many highly specialized, world-class equine professionals.…

Regular, routine veterinary care is important to maintaining equine health. Dental care, vaccinations, deworming, and annual physical examinations keep horses healthy and can identify problems…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) is proud to have beneficial consulting relationships with many equine medical professionals throughout the country, including Dr. Stephen E. O’Grady,…

Thrush, Rainrot, and Scratches are problems that most equestrians have probably encountered, but in the hot, wet climate of South Florida, these issues can incessantly…

Christ, symbol of Rio de Janeiro, standing on top of Corcovado Hill, overlooking Guanabara Bay and Sugarloaf, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil The 2016 Olympic Games…

Fear of colic is in the back of many horse owners’ minds, but with the expert care of Palm Beach Equine Clinic, owners can rest…

Susan M. Carastro, DVM, MSDiplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists Palm Beach Equine Clinic is proud to have great consulting relationships with many equine medical…

In the summer months, it is extremely important to be aware of how the heat and sun can affect our horses. As the summer heats…

Wellington, FL – Today’s competitive sport horses are asked to perform at their absolute best at the most prestigious competitions all over the world. Travel…

Foot problems, especially for jumpers, become more noticeable as the winter equestrian season winds down in Florida, according to well-respected veterinarian and farrier Dr. Steve…

Wellington, Florida – Dr. Selina Passante-Watt joined the practice at Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) in the fall of 2013. Originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada,…

For over 30 years, Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) has offered an unwavering commitment to the care of your horse, whether an Olympic athlete or…

Wellington, Florida – As the official veterinarians of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) and Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, FL, Palm Beach Equine…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) is one of the few equine hospitals in the country to have a full-time radiologist on-site during season. With the…

This fall, The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) unveiled its latest health rule requiring all horses entering a Federation-licensed competition be accompanied by documentation of…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) proudly serves as the official veterinarians of the world-renowned Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) and Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in…

Wellington, FL – Palm Beach Equine Clinic’s (PBEC) Dr. Richard Wheeler recently shared the basic steps he takes in performing an equine pre-purchase exam. Dr.…

While Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) may be known for the 28 superb veterinarians who call it home, they are also a driving force in…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic is renowned for its full-service surgical center and intensive care hospital located in the heart of Wellington, Florida. Board certified surgeons,…

Dr. Davis is a second-generation veterinarian from South Florida. His father is recently retired from veterinary medicine and his family raises beef cattle in Clewiston,…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC) is proud to be the exclusive distributor of DJM Sole Supports for the state of Florida. DJM Sole Supports can…

We interviewed Dr. Scott Swerdlin, DVM, MRCVS, and President of Palm Beach Equine Clinic to learn more about Palm Beach Equine Clinic’s simple beginnings to…

Dr. Janet Greenfield-Davis knew she wanted to be a veterinarian since elementary school. She grew up riding and competing on the hunter/jumper circuit in California…

Jo Ann Hopkins and her 12-year-old Appendix-bred gelding, Blazer, are currently placed third in points in the local 1D barrel racing circuit in Florida. However,…

Palm Beach Equine Clinic is renowned for its exceptional care of performance sport horses of all disciplines around the world. Sometimes, the veterinarians and surgeons…