Veterinarian in North Bethesda, MD
Finding a veterinarian you can actually trust changes everything. Not just someone who sees your pet once and hands you a printout, but a practice that calls you back the next day, walks through lab results with you instead of summarizing them, and stays with you between visits whenever you need guidance. For North Bethesda families, that kind of care is just minutes away at Veterinary Park Potomac in Potomac, MD.
Veterinary Park Potomac is an independent, owner-operated practice founded and led by Dr. Katie, a University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine graduate with a background spanning shelter medicine, emergency medicine, and general practice. Dr. Katie opened VPP with a clear vision: a community practice that felt like home, with white-glove service and access to the same diagnostic and surgical capabilities you would find at a specialty hospital. With 546 Google reviews and a 4.9-star rating, the highest rating among all scanned local competitors, that standard is what North Bethesda families rely on every day. Our services reflect that commitment at every stage of your pet’s life.
The Services North Bethesda Pet Owners Count On Most
We see the full picture of your pet’s health, from their first puppy or kitten visit to senior care and everything in between. Our top services reflect what our patients need most and what we do best.
Dental cleanings and dental surgery are among our highest-demand services for good reason. Dental disease is one of the most common health issues in adult pets, and most owners do not realize how significantly it affects overall health and quality of life. We offer professional dental cleanings as well as surgical extractions when needed, all with full in-house dental equipment and proper anesthesia monitoring.
Wellness exams and preventive care are the foundation of a long, healthy life for your pet. Our wellness visits are thorough, unhurried, and designed to catch problems before they become serious. Whether you are bringing in a new puppy for their first checkup or scheduling your senior dog’s twice-yearly exam, we treat every appointment as an opportunity to build the relationship that makes great veterinary care possible.
Senior pet care is a priority at our practice. Older pets have different needs, and we take a proactive approach to monitoring age-related changes through regular labwork, physical assessments, and honest conversations about quality of life. Dr. Katie has a personal interest in geriatric care and brings that into every senior pet appointment.
Puppy and kitten care is one of the most important investments you make in your pet’s health. When a puppy or kitten comes through our doors for the first time, our goal is to set them up for a lifetime of wellness, and to become the practice that family never has to leave.
In-house radiology and diagnostics give us the ability to answer questions quickly and accurately without sending you somewhere else. Our radiology equipment produces image clarity that specialist radiologists have specifically noted, and our full in-house lab means bloodwork results come back fast. We also work closely with local specialists and are proud to offer IDEXX Cancer Dx testing, a blood-based screening that can detect lymphoma even in pets that appear completely healthy.
A Calm, Comfortable Experience for Every Patient
Some of our staff members hold individual fear-free certifications, and that philosophy informs how our entire team approaches care. We take deliberate steps to reduce anxiety from the moment your pet arrives. We greet every patient by name, remember their favorite treats, and pace every exam around their comfort rather than a schedule.
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association’s 2024 Pet Ownership and Demographic Sourcebook, the most common reason for veterinary visits among both dog and cat owners is routine preventive care, which reflects exactly what we are built for. You leave every appointment knowing exactly what comes next. Discharge notes are thorough and clear. Lab results are reviewed with you, not handed off. We call back the next day after procedures to check in. We are here between visits, too, whenever you need us.
Why North Bethesda Families Choose Veterinary Park Potomac
Independent and Owner-Operated
Dr. Katie built this practice from the ground up and continues to lead it every single day. There is no corporate ownership structure, no rotating roster of doctors you have never met, and no incentive to prioritize volume over quality. The person who founded this practice is the same person setting its standards.
A Full-Depth Clinical Team
Dr. Katie is joined by Dr. Monica Calderon, a University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine graduate with additional training in emergency medicine and small animal surgery, and Dr. Kara Dougherty, a Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine graduate with a strong foundation in collaborative patient care. We also work closely with visiting board-certified surgeons who come on-site for complex procedures, so established patients rarely need to go elsewhere. Learn more about our team on our about page.
Financing So Cost Is Never a Barrier
We accept CareCredit and pet insurance from all major carriers. Trupanion members benefit from direct claims submission at our practice. Visit our patients page for details on what to bring to your first visit.
Spanish-Language Services Available
We proudly serve North Bethesda’s diverse community in both English and Spanish. Every family deserves clear communication about their pet’s health in the language that works best for them.
Serving North Bethesda from Potomac, MD
Veterinary Park Potomac is located at 12525 Park Potomac Ave, Bldg G Suite E, Potomac, MD 20854, in the Park Potomac mixed-use corridor. North Bethesda residents are just minutes away via Rockville Pike and surrounding neighborhoods. We welcome wellness-focused families looking for a long-term veterinary home. For same-day guidance, visit our emergency and urgent care page for information on how established clients can reach us quickly.
Schedule with Veterinary Park Potomac
Veterinary Park Potomac is where North Bethesda families come when they want a practice that knows their pet, invests in the technology to catch problems early, and stays with them long after the appointment ends. Our 546 five-star reviews reflect a standard we deliver every day, from an independent, owner-led team with the clinical depth to back it up. When you are ready, reach out through our contact form and we will take it from there.
