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MEET DR. ELIZABETH WETZEL

Medical Director & Partner, Brighton Animal Hospital

Dr. Elizabeth Wetzel serves as Medical Director and Partner at Brighton Animal Hospital, where her leadership, clinical expertise, and dedication to patient welfare define the standard of care across the practice. As the driving force behind Brighton Animal Hospital’s medical direction, Dr. Wetzel brings both vision and hands-on expertise to every aspect of the practice, from day-to-day consultations to shaping the hospital’s long-term approach to veterinary medicine.

Dr. Wetzel earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine and has 8 years as a doctor, but nearly 15 in vet med. Her journey to Medical Director reflects a consistent commitment to clinical excellence, continuing education, and the kind of leadership that elevates an entire team.

CREDENTIALS & EDUCATION

Dr. Elizabeth Wetzel, D.V.M.

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Medical Director & Partner, Brighton Animal Hospital
  • Licensed Veterinarian, State of South Carolina
  • Member, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  • Fear Free Certified Professional

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

As Medical Director, Dr. Wetzel oversees the clinical protocols and quality standards that guide Brighton Animal Hospital’s team of four veterinarians. Her personal clinical interests include surgery, canine reproduction, dentistry, internal medicine, preventive care, and complex case management. She is particularly skilled at working with anxious or nervous patients, using fear-free techniques to make every visit a positive experience.

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE

Dr. Wetzel believes that the best veterinary practices are built on two things: clinical rigor and human connection. She leads by example, spending time with each patient, explaining diagnoses clearly to clients, and ensuring her team is equipped with both the skills and the empathy to deliver exceptional care. For Dr. Wetzel, being a Medical Director means being accountable not just to her patients, but to the community Brighton Animal Hospital serves.

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