You brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss daily, and see a dentist every six months. But do you also follow an optimal oral hygiene routine for your pet? Unfortunately, many pet owners neglect their pets’ oral health, exposing them to bad breath, gum disease, and tooth decay. If your pet needs dental […]
“Veterinary services” are not limited to any one category of treatment, procedure, or product. Instead, they represent a range of health care offerings provided by doctors trained in the care of companion animals. Some offerings that support the health and quality of your pet’s life are recommended consistently at specified intervals. Still, other services are […]
At Orange Park Animal Hospital, we are committed to making veterinary care convenient and affordable for our Jacksonville area pet families. That’s why we are proud to offer pet wellness plans! Our wellness plans are carefully designed to meet the preventive care needs of cats and dogs at all stages of life while helping you take the guesswork out […]
Dr. James Gillen is originally from Puerto Rico and moved to Jacksonville, Florida at the age of 12. He knew growing up he wanted to be a veterinarian because it brings together the two things he loves most – animals and people. He completed his undergraduate degree at Florida State University and afterwards worked as a veterinary technician, an SAT/ACT tutor, and a high school teacher before completing his veterinary degree at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2019.
Dr. Gillen has special interests in dermatology and academia and co-authored two research papers in canine atopic dermatitis and Leishmaniasis. In his free time, Dr. Gillen enjoys anything involving the water (beach/pool, surfing, scuba diving), going to theme parks, exercise (weight lifting, running, biking, boxing), and science fiction books – among other genres. Dr Gillen lives with his wife and son, one dog, two cats, and a ball python.