DeAnna Cotton, MPH, DVM Emergency Medicine Veterinarian

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DeAnna Cotton, MPH, DVM, is the Medical Director and an Emergency Medicine Veterinarian at MedVet Lexington. She has been a part of the team since 2016.

Dr. Cotton started working in veterinary clinics in high school and became a licensed veterinary technician while attending college. She attended the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree and a Masters in Public Health degree. Dr. Cotton then earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in Auburn, AL. Prior to joining MedVet, she worked in a general small animal and emergency practice.

Dr, Cotton is passionate about emergency medicine as she loves the variety of cases and the demanding pace. She has a special interest in ophthalmology and soft tissue surgery.

When not treating patients, Dr. Cotton enjoys couponing, gardening, and spending time with family.

Education & Training

Bachelors of Science: University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
Masters of Public Health: University of Kentucky College of Public Health, Lexington, KY
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn, AL

Professional Affiliations

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association (KVMA)

What is a Pet Emergency?

Emergencies happen any time of the day or night, any day of the year. That’s why the MedVet team is available 24/7 to help when your veterinarian is not available. Our team of talented emergency doctors, critical care specialists, and compassionate staff are at the ready to provide the care your pet needs. Click here to find the MedVet closest to you.

We realize that sometimes it’s difficult to know if your pet’s situation is an emergency. To learn about some common emergency situations that require immediate veterinary medical attention click here.

What others are saying

Walking in at 4 am on a Sunday Morning, MedVet Lexington was super friendly and provided prompt service! I was greeted as soon as I came in the door with my sick puppy and taken back to an exam room. Dr. Cotton and the technicians were super thorough and comforting with my sick puppy. I walked in worried and by the end of the visit, I was confident that my puppy would be okay and get feeling better. The staff was caring and compassionate. You could sense their love and compassion for animals. – Courtney R.

The care and attention my cat received at MedVet Lexington was phenomenal. We are so lucky to be within an hour of a 24 hour vet! – Samantha A.

I received courteous service and respect to both me my animals. Dr. Cotton explained everything so we understood what was going on. She also gave us itemized cost before the procedure which turned out to be less expensive than I thought. – Joyce M.