Animal & Avian Medical Center

Our Doctors

Dr. David A. Hammond is the owner and director of our clinic. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 1994. He opened our clinic in October of 1996 and added an addition in October of 2000. Dr. Hammond is committed to medical and surgical excellence. He has special interest and experience in avian and exotic animals, and he is an excellent soft tissue surgeon. Dr. Hammond dedicates much of his personal time and clinic resources to bringing low cost services to area rescue groups. He has hand-picked and trained an excellent staff to serve our clients. Due to Dr. Hammond's busy schedule, we recommend that you book appointments early when possible.

Dr. Lisa J. Wilson graduated from The Ohio State University in 1996 and joined our practice in June of that year. Dr. Wilson is dedicated to our practice's medical, diagnostic, and surgical excellence. She performs soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, including elbow, knee, hip, and fracture repairs. Dr. Wilson enjoys seeing dogs, cats, reptiles, small mammals, birds, and exotics. She is available for appointments on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Dr. Walter E. Martin was born and raised in Brook Park, Ohio. He obtained a Bachelors degree in Biology from Cleveland State University in 1998. He then attended the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine where he earned his DVM. He joined our clinic in June of 2003. Dr. Martin enjoys seeing cats and dogs as patients. His areas of interest include small animal medicine and soft tissue surgery. He does enjoy taking extra time to get to the root of frustrating skin problems. Dr. Martin strives to keep our hospital up to date on the newest medical therapies available. Dr.Martin is available for appointments on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Dr. Martin's hobbies include fishing, golfing, cooking and spending time with his family and his pets.

Dr. Cathy Palomar graduated from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has worked in the Greater Cleveland area for over 20 years. She joined our team in the fall of 2005. She specializes in the treatment and surgery of rabbits and other small mammals. She has a loyal following due to her experience and commitment. Dr. Palomar is available for appointments on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Dr. April Tolle is a 2007 graduate from The Ohio State University School of Veterinary Medicine, and joined our team in the summer of 2008. She enjoys seeing dog and cat patients. Dr.Tolle is available for appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dr. Tolle's hobbies include taking care of her 2 dogs and 2 cats, taking the dogs for a hike and rock/wall climbing.




		Our Doctors Dr. David A. Hammond is the owner and director of our clinic. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 1994. He opened our clinic in October of 1996 and added an addition in October of 2000. Dr. Hammond is committed to medical and surgical excellence. He has special interest and experience in avian and exotic animals, and he is an excellent soft tissue surgeon. Dr. Hammond dedicates much of his personal time and clinic resources to bringing low cost services to area rescue groups. He has hand-picked and trained an excellent staff to serve our clients. Due to Dr. Hammond's busy schedule, we recommend that you book appointments early when possible. Dr. Lisa J. Wilson graduated from The Ohio State University in 1996 and joined our practice in June of that year. Dr. Wilson is dedicated to our practice's medical, diagnostic, and surgical excellence. She performs soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, including elbow, knee, hip, and fracture repairs. Dr. Wilson enjoys seeing dogs, cats, reptiles, small mammals, birds, and exotics. She is available for appointments on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Dr. Walter E. Martin was born and raised in Brook Park, Ohio. He obtained a Bachelors degree in Biology from Cleveland State University in 1998. He then attended the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine where he earned his DVM. He joined our clinic in June of 2003. Dr. Martin enjoys seeing cats and dogs as patients. His areas of interest include small animal medicine and soft tissue surgery. He does enjoy taking extra time to get to the root of frustrating skin problems. Dr. Martin strives to keep our hospital up to date on the newest medical therapies available. Dr.Martin is available for appointments on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Dr. Martin's hobbies include fishing, golfing, cooking and spending time with his family and his pets. Dr. Cathy Palomar graduated from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has worked in the Greater Cleveland area for over 20 years. She joined our team in the fall of 2005. She specializes in the treatment and surgery of rabbits and other small mammals. She has a loyal following due to her experience and commitment. Dr. Palomar is available for appointments on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Dr. April Tolle is a 2007 graduate from The Ohio State University School of Veterinary Medicine, and joined our team in the summer of 2008. She enjoys seeing dog and cat patients. Dr.Tolle is available for appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Dr. Tolle's hobbies include taking care of her 2 dogs and 2 cats, taking the dogs for a hike and rock/wall climbing.