Meet Our Veterinary Team
Experienced Veterinarians Serving Gilbert, AZ
At Gilbert Veterinary Hospital, our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care for dogs and cats throughout Gilbert, AZ and the surrounding East Valley communities. Our veterinarians and support staff bring decades of combined experience, advanced medical knowledge, and a shared passion for helping pets live healthier, happier lives.
As one of the longest-standing independently owned veterinary hospitals in Gilbert, we are proud of the strong relationships we have built with our clients and their pets. Our team works collaboratively to ensure every patient receives thoughtful, personalized care in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Our Veterinarians
Dr. Beverly Scott
Veterinarian
Dr. Beverly Scott has been in practice for more than 25 years. She is a graduate of and a proud supporter of the University of Missouri, College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Scott comes from a family of veterinarians. Her late father, Dr. A.D. Allen, her brother Dr. Kent Allen, and her sister-in-law Dr. Rae Stone are all veterinarians.
Dr. Scott has been actively involved in organized veterinary medicine and has been President of the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association, Central AzVMA, and Arizona’s Delegate to the National AVMA. Dr. Scott was also honored by her peers by being named Veterinarian of the Year in 2004.
Dr. Scott and her husband have two children and five grandchildren. In her free time, Dr. Scott enjoys traveling and is kept busy watching her grandchildren grow.
Dr. Julie Vera
Veterinarian
Dr. Julie Vera is a graduate of Ohio State University. She has always loved animals, and when she graduated from high school, she knew she wanted to enter a science-related field: biological research or human medicine. In her freshman year at Ohio State, she started volunteering at the veterinary school, assisting vet students and doctors with sick foals. From then on, she was hooked.
Dr. Vera enjoys educating clients on preventative health care for their pets. She also has a special interest in soft tissue surgery.
Dr. Vera lives in Gilbert with her husband and Great Dane “Oggie”.
Dr. Amanda Dudley
Veterinarian
Dr. Amanda Dudley graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Her godmother had a dairy farm where she spent numerous summers helping care for the calves. She has always loved animals and wanted to be a veterinarian for as long as she can remember.
Dr. Dudley enjoys helping clients with behavior issues with their pets. She is also interested in surgery.
Dr. Dudley lives in Gilbert with her two children, her dog “Bubba,” and her cats “Noblin,” “Cinco,” and “Tony.
Dr. Melinda Patterson
Veterinarian
Dr. Melinda Patterson attended the University of Arizona (Go Cats!) for her undergraduate degree. She is a 2006 graduate of Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine. Becoming a veterinarian was a lifelong dream for her, and she grew up with multiple dogs, cats, reptiles, and small mammals, which was the start of her love for animals. She has served as the President of the Board of the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Patterson enjoys the preventative aspect of caring for an animal from the young years into a senior pet. She also enjoys soft tissue surgery and puppy training dilemmas.
She and her husband share their home with two small humans, their dogs “Roscoe” and “Rodger”, and their cat “Gryffin.
Dr. Jody Balke
Veterinarian
Dr. Jody Balke is a 2003 graduate of the University of Missouri Veterinary College. She did her undergraduate studies at Rutgers University in New Jersey. She was raised in a rural part of New Jersey, learning to love nature and the outdoors. She knew she wanted to be a veterinarian since she was three years old and nurtured that love of animals while growing up.
After veterinary school, she lived in St. Louis, Missouri, and practiced at a 24/7 clinic. She moved with her family to Gilbert and loves living out here. She loves general practice, especially internal and preventative medicine.
She loves her job, but when she’s not here, she enjoys an active life with her two sons, as well as playing with her dogs “Lolly” and “Pocket.
Our Veterinary Support Team
Behind every successful veterinary hospital is a dedicated team working together to support patient care. Our staff members are passionate about animal health and committed to providing a welcoming experience for every client who walks through our doors.
Veterinary Technician Supervisor
Jennifer is the Veterinary Technician Supervisor. She is certified and has been in the veterinary field for 20 years. Along with working with the doctors, patients, and clients, she oversees the nursing staff. Jennifer won Technician of The Year in 2003.
Treatment Assistants
Our treatment assistants help take great care of your pets. They keep them clean and comfortable while they are here. They assist the technicians and are also responsible for the maintenance of our hospital.
Nursing Staff
Our nursing staff includes numerous Certified Technicians with our supervisors who have all passed their board certifications. In addition, we also have several Veterinary Assistants.
All of our staff are compassionate and committed to animal care.
Front Office Team
Our front office staff is very friendly and helpful to our clients and patients. They all love animals and helping people.
From scheduling appointments to answering questions and assisting with patient check-ins, our front office team helps ensure every visit to our veterinary hospital in Gilbert is smooth and welcoming.
A Team You Can Trust With Your Pet’s Care
The veterinarians and staff at Gilbert Veterinary Hospital are proud to serve pets and families throughout Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Scottsdale, Tempe, and nearby communities.
We believe veterinary care should be built on trust, clear communication, and compassionate treatment. Our team works together to create a calm, supportive environment where pets feel comfortable and owners feel confident in the care their companions receive.
If you are looking for experienced, caring veterinarians in Gilbert, AZ, we invite you to meet our team and experience the difference at Gilbert Veterinary Hospital.