24/7 Emergency Care • Experienced Veterinary Team • Advanced Diagnostics • Compassionate Medicine
At Family Pet Medical Center, exceptional care begins with an exceptional team.
Our veterinarians, technicians, and client care professionals work together around the clock to deliver advanced medical care with compassion and precision. As a 24/7 emergency and urgent care hospital serving Fort Lauderdale and South Florida, we understand that when a pet needs urgent medical attention, expertise and communication matter just as much as compassion.
Our doctors combine years of training, clinical experience, and dedication to patient care to provide thoughtful, high-quality medicine for every case that walks through our doors.
Together, we care for every patient as if they were our own.
Dr. Dayne Ferrera leads the medical team at Family Pet Medical Center as Medical Director, bringing a compassionate and community-focused approach to veterinary medicine.
Originally from Cuba and raised in Miami, Dr. Ferrera discovered her passion for veterinary medicine early in life. She completed her undergraduate studies at Florida International University before earning her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Florida, where she also obtained a certificate in Veterinary Business Management.
Dr. Ferrera’s clinical interests include emergency and critical care as well as abdominal surgery, and she is dedicated to providing thoughtful, thorough care for both pets and their families.
Outside the hospital, Dr. Ferrera enjoys spending time with her husband and their daughter, along with their three dogs — Dory, Troy, and Sunny. She also helps her parents manage their farm, which is home to sheep, goats, donkeys, mini cows, and chickens.
Veterinary Surgeon
Dr. Javier Canabal is a highly experienced veterinarian with more than 27 years of clinical practice and a special interest in orthopedic, soft tissue, and minimally invasive surgery. Throughout his career, he has performed thousands of surgical procedures in dogs and cats, earning a reputation for precision, consistency, and compassionate patient care.
Veterinary Surgeon
Dr. Carlos Puron brings extensive experience in both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, with a passion for helping pets through complex surgical procedures and critical care cases. His expertise includes exploratory laparotomies, enterotomies, intestinal resections, splenectomies, cystotomies, cholecystectomies, perineal urethrostomies, mass removals, and gastrotomies, as well as orthopedic procedures involving fracture repair, cranial cruciate ligament stabilization, patellar luxation repair, and hip luxation correction.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Evgeny Alexeev brings more than 40 years of veterinary experience to Family Pet Medical Center, offering a depth of knowledge and clinical insight developed over decades of caring for animals.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Anna Hurtado earned her veterinary degree from La Salle University in Bogotá, Colombia, driven by a lifelong passion for both medicine and animals.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Maria Kogarova earned her veterinary degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical rotations at the University of Tennessee.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Gabriela Valdespino earned her veterinary degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, completing her clinical year at the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. From an early age, Dr. Valdespino knew she wanted to work with animals. Her lifelong love for them ultimately led her to a career where she could provide care when animals need it most.
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Lina Lobo earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and is passionate about helping pets live healthier, happier lives. She enjoys all aspects of small animal medicine, with a special interest in preventive care and building lasting relationships with pets and their families.
Hospital Director
Stephanie Burke serves as the Hospital Director at Family Pet Medical Center and plays a key role in shaping the supportive and collaborative culture that defines the hospital.
At Family Pet Medical Center, our team is here to support you and your pet through every stage of care — from urgent medical concerns to complex diagnoses and treatment plans. We are proud to offer:
If your pet needs medical attention or if you would like another perspective on a diagnosis or treatment plan, our experienced veterinary team is here to help. Call us anytime 954-567-2500 or schedule an appointment online.
For $199/year, emergency exam visits and future exam fees are covered—helping you focus on your pet’s care, not unexpected costs.