Meet Our Veterinary Team

Dr. Ira Grossman – Florida License # 9168

AVMA Member – USDA Accredited

Dr. Grossman has been providing small animal veterinary services since 1980. He graduated from Tuskegee University, Alabama, and completed his formal internship at the prestigious Animal Medical Center in NYC, where he went on to own and run several veterinary clinics for over 20 years. After moving to Florida, Dr. Grossman opened Palms West Veterinary Hospital with his three children and his wife of 32 years, Marta. Always keeping the animals in mind, Dr. Grossman makes it his mission to have personalized, affordable urgent care for your animal available when you need it most.

Dr. Andi Grossman – FL License # 15185

AVMA Member

Dr. Andi Grossman was born in New York and moved to Florida when she was 10 years old. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science from the University of Florida and completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in January 2019 from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, located on the Caribbean island of St. Kitts. Dr. Grossman performed her clinical rotations at the University of Florida. She grew up in the veterinary field alongside her father, Dr. Ira Grossman, and always wanted to follow in his footsteps. Dr. Grossman spent much of her childhood caring for wildlife, among other creatures. She also has a passion for music and enjoys playing guitar and singing. You can also find her watching Netflix and playing with her new puppy, Griffin, during her time off.

Dr. Grossman is available for appointments and walk-ins almost any day of the week. Give us a call to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Alex Emerson

Managing Veterinarian

Alex Emerson is a happy go lucky nerd. After 15 years as a dedicated performance horse veterinarian, he fell asleep one day and drove into a small animal clinic, where he felt like a kid in a candy shop. Lots of neat toys and opportunities to learn something new every day. Since that day Alex has been regularly moved by his new career, helping families in such a meaningful  way. In 2021 he bought a practice in Orlando and moved there. Never a fan of The Mouse and missing friends and family, Alex found a business partner for his Orlando practice and has recently moved back to South Florida to help out around here. He is honored to carry on the Palms West tradition of practical straight- shooter hometown vet started by Dr Smith and Dr Grossman, that has earned the trust of the community for over 40 years. 

Dr. Richard Kelleher 

USDA Accredited

After earning his bachelor’s degree from Virginia Tech, Dr. Richard Kelleher earned his doctorate degree from  Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. Having grown up in South Jersey, he has called South Florida home since graduating from vet school.  His interests range from internal medicine cases to dermatology and has performed many challenging surgeries as well.  As a cat lover, “Dr. K” has 3 cats of his own: Priscilla, Lisa Marie, and Annie. In his spare time, he enjoys visiting Disney parks and Universal often.

Dr. Kelleher performs most of our surgeries, as well as sees regular appointments and emergencies.

Dr. Justine Swaress

Dr. Justine Swaress is a South Florida native who earned her veterinary degree at The University of Sydney in Australia. After her 4-year tour boxing kangaroos, fending off huntsmen spiders, and escaping koalas with chlamydia, Dr. Swaress decided to come back home to South Florida where the only real threat is mosquitoes. Raised with German Shepherds, Dr. Swaress has a special love for large-breed dogs. She is especially passionate about client communication, education, and teaching, and has a strong interest in cytology. Dr. Swaress loves to learn and is open to treating any species that comes her way. In her spare time, Dr. Swaress enjoys crocheting and spending time with her 2 Australian kitties, Bella and Corn.

Dr. Danielle Moragas – FL License # 15475

USDA Accredited

Dr. Danielle Moragas was born and raised in South Florida. She attended the University of Florida for her undergraduate studies and attended Cornell University, where she received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2019. In her spare time, Dr. Moragas loves spending time with her variety of pets, including birds, rabbits, and various reptiles.

Dr. Moragas is available for regular appointments and emergencies. Please give us a call to schedule an appointment!

Dr. Michael Dym

Veterinarian

Dr. Michael Dym did he undergraduate training with a BS in animal science at Cornell University, graduating in 1986, and received his VMD from the University of Pennsylvania in 1991. Over the past 32 years Dr Dym has developed a passion for internal medicine cases, especially gastroenterology and dermatology cases. Dr Dym also has an additional deep passion incorporating more natural therapies, including homeopathic, nutritional and herbal therapies in his animal case management. In his spare time Dr Dym enjoys spending time by the ocean and doing other beach recreational activities. He is the proud feline guardian of the most affectionate kitty named Grayson.

Dr. John Shahady

Veterinarian

Bio coming soon!

Melissa

Practice Manager

Bio coming soon!

Glen Grossman

Practice Manager

Bio coming soon!