Arista Advanced Pet Care Opens 24/7 Specialty Emergency Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida

Arista Advanced Pet Care, a veterinarian-founded multispecialty referral and 24/7 emergency hospital group, recently announced that the grand opening of Arista Jacksonville will take place on July 13.

Located at 2220 County Road 210 W., Suite 201, within the Shoppes of St. Johns Commons, the state-of-the-art hospital expands access to comprehensive emergency and specialty care for pet families and referring veterinarians across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida.

Designed to support both patients and the veterinary professionals who care for them, Arista Jacksonville brings together board-certified specialists, experienced emergency clinicians, and highly trained support teams under one roof. The hospital offers 24/7 emergency and critical care, internal medicine, surgery, advanced imaging, and a dedicated Care Navigator program that helps guide pet owners and referring veterinarians through every stage of treatment.

As Jacksonville and the surrounding region continue to expand, the need for accessible specialty and emergency veterinary services has grown alongside it. Arista Jacksonville was created to help meet that need while fostering stronger collaboration between specialty and primary care veterinarians throughout the community.

“Jacksonville is a market where we saw an opportunity to make a meaningful impact for both pet families and the veterinary community,” said Jennifer Welser, DVM, DACVO, President of Arista Advanced Pet Care.“From the beginning, Arista was built by veterinarians who understood what veterinarians need to thrive clinically and professionally. Our shared-ownership model creates opportunities for specialists and emergency doctors to help shape the future of the hospitals where they practice, allowing them to build something meaningful within their communities while staying focused on delivering exceptional patient care.”

“For pet owners, having access to specialty and emergency care is about knowing a trusted team is there when you need them most,” added Dr. Welser. “Whether a pet is facing a life-threatening emergency, a complex diagnosis, or a surgical procedure, our goal is to provide expert care while keeping families informed, supported, and confident every step of the way. We are excited to bring that level of care and partnership to Jacksonville and the surrounding Northeast Florida community.”

Arista Jacksonville offers a full suite of specialty and emergency services, including:

• Emergency & Critical Care (24/7)
• Internal Medicine
• Surgery
• Advanced diagnostics (imaging, endoscopy, transfusion medicine, and more)

The Jacksonville hospital brings together a world-class team of veterinary professionals, each with a distinguished background in their field:

• Rebecca Gelé, DVM, DACVECC | Emergency & Critical Care
  Focused on complex and critically ill patients, including sepsis, heat stroke, respiratory emergencies, immune-mediated disease and diabetic ketoacidosis. A board-certified small animal criticalist, Dr. Gelé is known for her calm, focused approach and for helping pet owners navigate challenging situations with clarity, compassion and confidence.
• Rachel Corlett, DVM | Emergency Care
  Focused on critical, time-sensitive cases and providing a high standard of emergency care. A University of Florida graduate, Dr. Corlett values clear, honest communication and offers direct guidance while remaining compassionate and supportive during stressful moments.
• Krysta Deitz, DVM, MS, DACVIM | Internal Medicine
  Expertise in gastroenterology, nutritional management of gastrointestinal disease, immune-mediated disease and endocrinology. Dr. Deitz collaborates closely with family veterinarians to tailor diagnostic and treatment plans to the needs of each patient and family.
• Lauren Pugliese, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA | Surgery
  Focused on orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, with special interests in ear surgery, fracture repair and wounds & reconstructive surgery, Dr. Pugliese is committed to helping pets return to active, healthy lifestyles while ensuring pet owners understand the surgical recommendations and recovery process.

The opening of Arista Jacksonville marks the organization’s third hospital, joining existing locations in Atlanta and Dallas. As Arista continues to grow, it remains focused on building hospitals that strengthen local veterinary communities, expand access to advanced care, and create opportunities for veterinary professionals to invest in and help shape the practices where they work.