Meet Our Team
David M. Lee
DVM
Our veterinarian Dr. Lee and his wife Karen moved to Lakeland, following graduation, in 1980 and started his professional career and a family including son Bryan and daughter Alyssa. Dr. Lee is now enjoying his grandchildren when they visit from out of state.
Edgewood Animal Clinic was opened in 1983 and now serves Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Auburndale, and surrounding areas.
Personal interests include UF Gators, golf, bicycling, and music.
Education
- Undergraduate studies, University of Florida, College of Agriculture 1975.
- Graduate studies, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida 1980 (Charter Class).
Professional Organizations
- America Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA)
- Ridge Veterinary Medical Society (RVMS)
- America Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
- Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV)
Brooke
Veterinary Technician
Brooke has been in the veterinary field since 2016. She joined Edgewood in June 2021 as a technician and has loved every minute of it. She currently owns many cats that allow her to enjoy reading, binge watching Netflix and spending time with family, on their terms of course!!
Hannah
Veterinary Technician
Hannah has been in the veterinary field since 2014 and came to Edgewood in 2021. She loves her career and couldn't picture her life any other way. Helping animals live healthy and happy lives for a profession is a gift. She shares her home life with her husband, two dogs, two cats and a cockatiel.
Kristy
Veterinary Technician
Kristy joined our clinic in July 2024 and is working on completing her Certified Veterinary Technician Degree. She has worked in the veterinary field for over 15 years and is originally from New Jersey. She lives on a farm with 2 horses, sheep, chickens, 3 macaws, Mia, a Boxer and Ivy, pictured above, a rescue from the Bully Project. She loves sports and is a Proud Gator Fan!!
Cindy
Practice Manager
Has enjoyed working with Dr. Lee since 1984 when she started as a technician trainee. Many years of wonderful experience later she is now the Office Manager at Edgewood Animal Clinic. She has enjoyed many pets over the years and presently is owned by this adorable English Setter named Sean Connery and the newest addition, Rita Hayworth, Jack Russell Terrorist!! She has been blessed to be able to work in this enjoyable field with many wonderful clients and pets and hopes to always be able to stay in the business of taking care of pets and educating clients about their pet's well-being.
Tami
Receptionist
Tami has worked in the veterinary field for over 20 years. She has been our receptionist for over 8 years. She also fills in helping with tech work when needed. Her passion for animals includes owning numerous cats and dogs, at times over 20! She lives on a farm in Plant City on which her husband has built a feral cat colony enclosure. When she isn't "tending to animals" she enjoys spending time with her grandkids the most.
