Nicolette Ornelas, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
Board-Certified Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialist
Nicolette Ornelas, DVM, Diplomate, ACVIM (Small Animal) is a Board-Certified Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialist at MedVet Cleveland.
Dr. Ornelas earned her Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. She then earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in Champaign, IL.
Following veterinary school, she completed a rotating medicine and surgery internship at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital. She then went on to complete a residency in Internal Medicine at Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital. Additionally, she is Fear Free Certified®.
Dr. Ornelas has special interests in endocrine, gastrointestinal, and hepatic diseases. Her favorite part of the veterinary profession is serving as a voice and advocate for animals, helping them feel their best, and extending the precious time they share with their families.
When not caring for patients, Dr. Nicolette Ornelas enjoys spending time with her husband, family, friends, dog Hugo, and cat Sally. She also loves reading, singing, and relaxing evenings with her favorite
Education & Training
Bachelor of Science: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: University of Illinois, Champaign, IL
Internship (Rotating Medicine & Surgery): Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital
Residency (Internal Medicine): Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital
Specializations
Board Certification: Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Associations
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM)
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Fear Free Certified®
Ohio Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA)
