Ian J. Brooks, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM) Board-Certified Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialist

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Ian J. Brooks, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM) is a Board-Certified Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialist at MedVet Akron where he has been part of the medical team since 2019. Dr. Brooks received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from New College of Florida. Dr. Brooks then obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tufts University. After completing veterinary school, Dr. Brooks went on to complete a yearlong rotating internship at Tufts VETS – Veterinary Emergency Treatment and Specialties, as well as a three-year residency in small animal internal medicine at the University of Florida.

In addition to his clinical endeavors, Dr. Brooks maintains an active membership in several professional organizations, including the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, and has had his written work on the use of a novel topical treatment for nasal phaeohyphomycosis in a cat published.

While his clinical interests encompass all aspects of veterinary internal medicine, Dr. Brooks maintains a particular interest in endocrinology, gastroenterology, and immune-mediated diseases. His favorite part of practicing veterinary medicine is the variety of diseases that he is able to diagnose and treat. When not caring for his patients, Dr. Brooks enjoys gardening, music, and running.

Education & Training

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Tufts University
Rotating Internship: Tufts Veterinary Emergency Treatment and Specialties
Three-year Small Animal Internal Medicine Residency: University of Florida

Professional Affiliations

American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

What is a Veterinary Specialist?

A veterinary specialist is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who has completed extensive post-graduate education and clinical training in a focused area. After passing a certifying board examination in their chosen specialty field, they are called a diplomate of their specialty college and considered an expert in this area of veterinary medicine. There are over 20 veterinary specialties recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association.

This expertise is complementary to the care provided by your family veterinarian. You may be referred to a MedVet hospital if your pet needs specific equipment and/or expertise that your veterinarian does not have. Collaboration between you, your veterinarian, and your veterinary specialist is critical to providing the best outcome for your pet. Click here to learn more about the specialists at MedVet.

What others are saying

My dog has seen numerous specialists to assist with multiple life threatening problems. The expertise, professionalism and sincere love of their job is always evident and I always feel reassured that they’re as concerned over my pet’s welfare as I am. – David B.