Our Veterinarians
Richard Wigelsworth, DVM
Dr. Wigelsworth was Born in Georgia and worked as a veterinary technician during his undergraduate years at the University of Central Florida.He has won numerous AKC titles with showing, breeding and field training Standard poodles. He left Florida to further his education for animal medicine, and graduated from University of Georgia in 1996. After practicing veterinary medicine for 12 years, he decided to move from Deltona to Melbourne in January of 2008. Dr.Wigelsworth enjoys educating clients about their pets preventative needs as well as making sure their concerns are addressed. In his spare time, Dr. Wigelsworth likes to work on his boat and tend to his pampered frenchie Carmen, fish, spend time with his family and friends, or relax outdoors.
Dr. Wigelsworth was Born in Georgia and worked as a veterinary technician during his undergraduate years at the University of Central Florida.He has won numerous AKC titles with showing, breeding and field training Standard poodles. He left Florida to further his education for animal medicine, and graduated from University of Georgia in 1996. After practicing veterinary medicine for 12 years, he decided to move from Deltona to Melbourne in January of 2008. Dr.Wigelsworth enjoys educating clients about their pets preventative needs as well as making sure their concerns are addressed. In his spare time, Dr. Wigelsworth likes to work on his boat and tend to his pampered frenchie Carmen, fish, spend time with his family and friends, or relax outdoors.
Beth Ferris, DVM
Dr. Ferris wanted to be a veterinarian since she was a young child growing up in Massachusetts. Her journey took her to Barry University in Miami for undergraduate school, because New England winters are not her jam, then on a side quest with the US Marine Corps Reserves to Saudi Arabia for Operation Desert Storm, then to Gainesville, Florida for veterinary school. She graduated from the University of Florida in 1997, fulfilling her dream. But the adventure was just beginning. She moved to Brevard county, got married the next weekend, went on her honeymoon, then moved to Hollywood, Florida for a 14 month long internship at Hollywood Animal Hospital. There she was introduced to acupuncture and chiropractic care for animals by one of the associate vets, and learned rabbit medicine from another. She fell in love and adopted her first rabbit, Otis, and his mate, Squirrell, soon after.
Dr. Ferris returned to Brevard county in 1998 and has been practicing here ever since. She taught at the Veterinary Technology program at Eastern Florida State for 10 years while still working full time. She graduated from Options for Animals basic chiropractic course in 2006, and graduated from the Chi Institute's basic acupuncture course in 2010 and the Tui Na course in 2013. Incorporating these techniques into her practice has helped many patients over the years.
Dr. Ferris favorite things in vet med:
Rabbits! Medicine and surgery
Dentistry! for dogs, cats, and rabbits
Education, not judgement! Knowledge is power
Nutrition! Diet & supplements are the building blocks of health
Integrative medicine! Taking a holistic approach to find the best mix of traditional and alternative medicine for each individual patient
In her off time, Dr. Ferris enjoys gardening, cooking, reading, attending Renaissance fairs in costume with her family, and a passion bordering on obsession for adult figure skating and Theater on Ice. She shares her home with a husband , one kiddo, three cats, and two rabbits
Dr. Ferris wanted to be a veterinarian since she was a young child growing up in Massachusetts. Her journey took her to Barry University in Miami for undergraduate school, because New England winters are not her jam, then on a side quest with the US Marine Corps Reserves to Saudi Arabia for Operation Desert Storm, then to Gainesville, Florida for veterinary school. She graduated from the University of Florida in 1997, fulfilling her dream. But the adventure was just beginning. She moved to Brevard county, got married the next weekend, went on her honeymoon, then moved to Hollywood, Florida for a 14 month long internship at Hollywood Animal Hospital. There she was introduced to acupuncture and chiropractic care for animals by one of the associate vets, and learned rabbit medicine from another. She fell in love and adopted her first rabbit, Otis, and his mate, Squirrell, soon after.
Dr. Ferris returned to Brevard county in 1998 and has been practicing here ever since. She taught at the Veterinary Technology program at Eastern Florida State for 10 years while still working full time. She graduated from Options for Animals basic chiropractic course in 2006, and graduated from the Chi Institute's basic acupuncture course in 2010 and the Tui Na course in 2013. Incorporating these techniques into her practice has helped many patients over the years.
Dr. Ferris favorite things in vet med:
Rabbits! Medicine and surgery
Dentistry! for dogs, cats, and rabbits
Education, not judgement! Knowledge is power
Nutrition! Diet & supplements are the building blocks of health
Integrative medicine! Taking a holistic approach to find the best mix of traditional and alternative medicine for each individual patient
In her off time, Dr. Ferris enjoys gardening, cooking, reading, attending Renaissance fairs in costume with her family, and a passion bordering on obsession for adult figure skating and Theater on Ice. She shares her home with a husband , one kiddo, three cats, and two rabbits
Our Team
Tiffany, Office Manager/ Veterinary Technician
Tiffany was born in the panhandle of Florida before moving around the world as a child of a military family. She has been back in the lovely sunshine state since 2014, and later that year started her career as a kennel technician. In 2017 she started working as a Veterinary technician and joined south Patrick in February of 2020. In her free time, Tiffany likes to volunteer with "Touch of Grey Rescue" , Crafting or taking her German shepherd Astra on adventures around town.
Tiffany was born in the panhandle of Florida before moving around the world as a child of a military family. She has been back in the lovely sunshine state since 2014, and later that year started her career as a kennel technician. In 2017 she started working as a Veterinary technician and joined south Patrick in February of 2020. In her free time, Tiffany likes to volunteer with "Touch of Grey Rescue" , Crafting or taking her German shepherd Astra on adventures around town.
Brandy, Lead Receptionist/ CVT
Brandy was born and raised in Florida but somehow has wanted to move somewhere else for as long as she can remember. Her dream is to own a farm with cow's and live in Tennessee with her family in the near future. She is a mom to 4 humans and 2 dogs. She spent some time working in human medicine before she found her purpose and joy in caring for animals in need. In 2020 she started her first job in the animal field and even sought out further education through college. Brandy joined our team at South Patrick in May of 2022. In her free time ( when her kids let her have any) she enjoys going shopping and sleeping.
Brandy was born and raised in Florida but somehow has wanted to move somewhere else for as long as she can remember. Her dream is to own a farm with cow's and live in Tennessee with her family in the near future. She is a mom to 4 humans and 2 dogs. She spent some time working in human medicine before she found her purpose and joy in caring for animals in need. In 2020 she started her first job in the animal field and even sought out further education through college. Brandy joined our team at South Patrick in May of 2022. In her free time ( when her kids let her have any) she enjoys going shopping and sleeping.
Holly, Veterinary Receptionist
Holly originally hopped the pond from England to Florida in 1999 when she was but a wee lass. Growing up on a farm, she quickly fell in love with caring for all kinds of animals. Holly has been volunteering with animal rescues in Brevard County since 2005 and working in veterinary medicine since 2012. After giving the stay at home fur-mom thing a shot for a few months, she realized her passion for veterinary medicine, working up front with clients to give them and their pets the best customer care possible was a feeling she enjoyed and missed so she joined our family at South Patrick in March of 2024. At home she enjoys catching up on Formula 1 racing, tending to her garden, spending way too much money on arts/crafts, and curling up with her hubby and all their fur babies to binge watch Harry Potter movies or to read a good book.
Holly originally hopped the pond from England to Florida in 1999 when she was but a wee lass. Growing up on a farm, she quickly fell in love with caring for all kinds of animals. Holly has been volunteering with animal rescues in Brevard County since 2005 and working in veterinary medicine since 2012. After giving the stay at home fur-mom thing a shot for a few months, she realized her passion for veterinary medicine, working up front with clients to give them and their pets the best customer care possible was a feeling she enjoyed and missed so she joined our family at South Patrick in March of 2024. At home she enjoys catching up on Formula 1 racing, tending to her garden, spending way too much money on arts/crafts, and curling up with her hubby and all their fur babies to binge watch Harry Potter movies or to read a good book.
Audrey, Veterinary Receptionist
Audrey was born and raised in Tennessee. She moved with her family to Florida in 2014 and has been a local ever since. Audrey started volunteering with animals at Brevard Zoo in 2017 and confirmed that she's always wanted to work with animals. She journeyed in shelter medicine before she joined us at South Patrick Animal Hospital April of 2023. Audrey is striving to continue her education in zoology to become a Conservation Researcher. She has 1 dog and 3 personal cats, however she does enjoy giving treats to the stray cats in her neighborhood. In her free time she enjoys doing art, exploring the outdoors, fishing and being very competitive. She is always looking to catch the bigger fish ( note Dr. Wigelsworth picture)
Audrey was born and raised in Tennessee. She moved with her family to Florida in 2014 and has been a local ever since. Audrey started volunteering with animals at Brevard Zoo in 2017 and confirmed that she's always wanted to work with animals. She journeyed in shelter medicine before she joined us at South Patrick Animal Hospital April of 2023. Audrey is striving to continue her education in zoology to become a Conservation Researcher. She has 1 dog and 3 personal cats, however she does enjoy giving treats to the stray cats in her neighborhood. In her free time she enjoys doing art, exploring the outdoors, fishing and being very competitive. She is always looking to catch the bigger fish ( note Dr. Wigelsworth picture)
Elizabeth, Veterinary Receptionist
Elizabeth was born and raised in Georgia before she moved to Florida in 2020. Her first job with animals was at petland. There she found out that her passion was more towards helping animals and decided to change paths after the move. She joined our team at South Patrick in May of 2020. Elizabeth enjoys taking care of her rabbit Earl Grey Lemongrab and Gunther, as well as her cat Jupiter, who actually has an interesting relationship with Gunther. When she has the time, Elizabeth loves to go camping wherever she can find.
Elizabeth was born and raised in Georgia before she moved to Florida in 2020. Her first job with animals was at petland. There she found out that her passion was more towards helping animals and decided to change paths after the move. She joined our team at South Patrick in May of 2020. Elizabeth enjoys taking care of her rabbit Earl Grey Lemongrab and Gunther, as well as her cat Jupiter, who actually has an interesting relationship with Gunther. When she has the time, Elizabeth loves to go camping wherever she can find.
Emily, Lead Veterinary Technician
Emily was born in Mississippi but raised in Georgia, She was given the opportunity to live in Dubai during her early teens before she moved to Brevard in 2017. Shortly after graduating high school she started working with animals at a local boarding facility where she learned a lot about animal behavior and handling. In 2021 she branched up in animal care and started working as a veterinary technician. She joined South Patrick in September of 2022. She's still undecided on what she’d like to do long term but has been able to narrow it down to fulfilling her CVT or going to nursing school. In her free time she enjoys taking her dogs on adventures or hikes, or just spending time with her friends.
Emily was born in Mississippi but raised in Georgia, She was given the opportunity to live in Dubai during her early teens before she moved to Brevard in 2017. Shortly after graduating high school she started working with animals at a local boarding facility where she learned a lot about animal behavior and handling. In 2021 she branched up in animal care and started working as a veterinary technician. She joined South Patrick in September of 2022. She's still undecided on what she’d like to do long term but has been able to narrow it down to fulfilling her CVT or going to nursing school. In her free time she enjoys taking her dogs on adventures or hikes, or just spending time with her friends.
Charles, Veterinary Technician
Charles was born and raised here in Brevard County. He started working with animals in 2016 and realized his passion in caring for animals and educating others about animal care. In 2019 he started his journey into veterinary medicine and hasn't looked back since. He constantly strives to continue his education and learn more about animal medicine. Charles joined the South Patrick team in October of 2023 and really enjoys teaching, training and helping those around him. In his free time, Charles really enjoys Rock and roll and can be found finding or preparing for his next musical adventure. Maybe you'll find him in the pit
Charles was born and raised here in Brevard County. He started working with animals in 2016 and realized his passion in caring for animals and educating others about animal care. In 2019 he started his journey into veterinary medicine and hasn't looked back since. He constantly strives to continue his education and learn more about animal medicine. Charles joined the South Patrick team in October of 2023 and really enjoys teaching, training and helping those around him. In his free time, Charles really enjoys Rock and roll and can be found finding or preparing for his next musical adventure. Maybe you'll find him in the pit
Candice, Veterinary Technician
Candice was born in Indiana and found her way to Florida in 2004. While starting her career she made the realization that she preferred to work with animals instead of doing anything else. She's worked in animal care since 2016 and really loves what she does. She joined our team at South Patrick Animal in June of 2018 and now some of her favorite pets are a couple of our boarders! But don't tell her pack at home that she has favorites. Candice is proud to call herself mom to 3 excitable pitties and 1 special needs Frenchie who enjoy nothing more than doing whatever makes them happy. In her free time Candice enjoys going to the beach and traveling whenever she can find the time that is.
Candice was born in Indiana and found her way to Florida in 2004. While starting her career she made the realization that she preferred to work with animals instead of doing anything else. She's worked in animal care since 2016 and really loves what she does. She joined our team at South Patrick Animal in June of 2018 and now some of her favorite pets are a couple of our boarders! But don't tell her pack at home that she has favorites. Candice is proud to call herself mom to 3 excitable pitties and 1 special needs Frenchie who enjoy nothing more than doing whatever makes them happy. In her free time Candice enjoys going to the beach and traveling whenever she can find the time that is.
Lanie, Vet Assistant
Lanie is from a small town in New York where she was born and raised. After many years she decided the New York lifestyle wasn't for her and in 2021 moved to Florida. She has always wanted to work with animals and in 2022 started her journey into animal care and well being. Lanie joined our South Patrick Boarding team in April of 2023. As a big lover of animals, Lanie has 2 dogs and 1 cat. In her free time she enjoys reading and watching tv while cuddling her pets.
Lanie is from a small town in New York where she was born and raised. After many years she decided the New York lifestyle wasn't for her and in 2021 moved to Florida. She has always wanted to work with animals and in 2022 started her journey into animal care and well being. Lanie joined our South Patrick Boarding team in April of 2023. As a big lover of animals, Lanie has 2 dogs and 1 cat. In her free time she enjoys reading and watching tv while cuddling her pets.
Rebecca, Lead Kennel Technician
Rebecca was born and raised in Brevard County. She has always had a deep passion for animals and she believes that working here enables her to develop lasting bonds with both animals and their owners. She started her career with South patrick Animal Hospital in 2005 and hasnt left since! When she's not working, Rebecca likes to spend her free time with family and friends. One of the things shes passionate about is spreading awareness on Normal pressure hydrocephalus, a disease her mother was diagnosed with in 2019. Rebecca enjoys bonding with boarding patients as well as her own cats she has at home
Rebecca was born and raised in Brevard County. She has always had a deep passion for animals and she believes that working here enables her to develop lasting bonds with both animals and their owners. She started her career with South patrick Animal Hospital in 2005 and hasnt left since! When she's not working, Rebecca likes to spend her free time with family and friends. One of the things shes passionate about is spreading awareness on Normal pressure hydrocephalus, a disease her mother was diagnosed with in 2019. Rebecca enjoys bonding with boarding patients as well as her own cats she has at home
Melissa, Kennel Technician
Melissa was born and raised in Northern New York near the Canadian boarder. She moved in 2017 to escape the -32° cold winters. Melissa has been working in animal care since her move and really enjoys it. She joined us at South Patrick Animal Hospital in April 2023. Melissa has 3 rescue dogs as well as 2 cats. In her free time she enjoys going for motorcycle ride, going to the beach, fishing and spending time with her family
Melissa was born and raised in Northern New York near the Canadian boarder. She moved in 2017 to escape the -32° cold winters. Melissa has been working in animal care since her move and really enjoys it. She joined us at South Patrick Animal Hospital in April 2023. Melissa has 3 rescue dogs as well as 2 cats. In her free time she enjoys going for motorcycle ride, going to the beach, fishing and spending time with her family
Hailey, Kennel Technician
Bio to come
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Troy, Groomer
Troy is a professional groomer who trained at the Florida Institute of Animal Arts. He has been grooming since 2006 and joined our facility in 2010. He is very kind and patient with all companion animals no matter if they have separation anxiety, phobias, or fears. He makes sure all his clients are satisfied when they leave; with a new hairstyle, clean coats, and wagging tails. Troy has a dog and a cat that he shares his beach side house with, they like to kick back and enjoy the ocean breeze. You can catch Troy in a lawn chair beneath a palm tree enjoying Florida's sunshine.
Troy is a professional groomer who trained at the Florida Institute of Animal Arts. He has been grooming since 2006 and joined our facility in 2010. He is very kind and patient with all companion animals no matter if they have separation anxiety, phobias, or fears. He makes sure all his clients are satisfied when they leave; with a new hairstyle, clean coats, and wagging tails. Troy has a dog and a cat that he shares his beach side house with, they like to kick back and enjoy the ocean breeze. You can catch Troy in a lawn chair beneath a palm tree enjoying Florida's sunshine.