Dr. Alyssa Middleton was born and raised in Tampa, FL. She is a double gator who earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a doctorate in Veterinary Medicine, both from the University of Florida. She has also earned certifications in Shelter Medicine, Veterinary Business Management, and Fear Free Handling. Dr. Middleton loves veterinary medicine because she can use her knowledge and skills to help both pets and people, and she enjoys the diversity of challenges we conquer in veterinary medicine. In her personal time, she enjoys beach days, trail walks, cooking, and spending quality time with her friends and family. She has one rescue cat at home named Booger whom she loves dearly