Meet Our Team
Dr. Janet M. Lee
DVM
Growing up in sunny Jamaica, Dr. Janet Lee spent years accompanying her father to Caymanas Park, where he trained race horses. Dr. Lee would assist with the animals’ veterinary needs in whatever way she could. When her family migrated to southern Florida, she continued working with horses at a large equine veterinary practice and the local race course. Despite Dr. Lee’s long, grueling hours, she came to realize something: working in veterinary medicine was her true calling!
Dr. Lee attended the University of Florida to obtain her undergraduate degree in microbiology and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. She worked at the University’s College of Veterinary Medicine throughout her studies, then took a job in a mixed-animal practice in Lake City, Florida, after graduation. After three and a half years, she moved to Jacksonville and began doing veterinary relief work. However, she soon realized that relief work lacked what she enjoyed most about her profession: having a special place in her clients’ lives as the trusted healthcare provider for their treasured companions.
Dr. Lee then secured a managing position at another local animal hospital, allowing her to get back to her roots as a family-oriented practitioner. Two years later, she purchased the practice. In 2006, she moved to her present location here at Dames Point Animal Hospital. Dr. Lee has professional interests in geriatric medicine and dermatology, but most of all, she enjoys forming personal relationships with her clients and their pets. In her time away from the hospital, Dr. Lee enjoys yoga, traveling, and spending time with her two daughters.
Dr. Kathleen Ranalli
VMD
We are delighted that Dr. Kathleen Ranalli joined the Dames Point Animal Hospital and Fort Caroline Animal Clinic team in 2012. She graduated with a BA in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University and from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. She practiced for 5 years at Willingboro Veterinary Clinic (outside Philadelphia) until relocating with her family to Jacksonville. She and her husband, Nathan have three beautiful children.
Dr. Victoria Von Der Vellen
DVM
Dr. Victoria Von Der Vellen grew up in Parma, Ohio, and attended Cleveland State for her undergraduate degree before attending Midwestern University for Veterinary school. Upon graduating in 2023, she moved to Florida to join Fort Caroline Animal Hospital. She has specialized training in dentistry, nutrition and CPR. She has volunteered for a wildlife rehabilitation clinic and treating injured wildlife is one of her passions.
Outside of work, she enjoys hiking with her dog, Maisie, kayaking, camping, gardening, reading and cooking.
Dr. Aaron Fogt
DVM
Dr. Aaron Fogt earned his undergraduate degree from Central College before completing his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Lincoln Memorial University. He has a wide range of veterinary interests, with particular focus on dentistry, soft tissue surgery, oncology, and preventative medicine.
Outside of the hospital, Dr. Fogt enjoys spending time outdoors, whether it’s fishing, golfing, or simply appreciating nature. He’s also a music enthusiast who loves attending concerts whenever he can.
