08/10/2024
We have some exciting news to share with y'all! Our team continues to grow, and it may be a familiar face to some. We are both privileged and ecstatic to introduce to you Dr. Stephanie Hellinger. When you see her please give her a warm welcome to the family!
Dr. Stephanie Helinger is originally from St. Petersburg, Florida. She earned her B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Florida in 2010. She went on to graduate school, studying Equine Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, and earned her M.S. in 2011. Following grad school, Dr. Helinger went to work for PHD Veterinary Services, traveling all over the state of Florida assisting in all aspects of equine veterinary care. In 2016, Dr. Helinger took a job in sales and advertising. She missed the veterinary profession every day, and it was not long before she went back to school. A triple Gator, Dr. Helinger received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023. After graduation, Dr. Helinger completed a one-year rotating internship at Ocala Equine Hospital. Dr. Helinger’s professional interests include lameness, sports medicine and rehabilitation, podiatry, endocrinology, and preventative medicine.
Horses have always been Dr. Helinger’s passion. She grew up training and competing in three-day eventing and dressage. Dr. Helinger can still be found at the barn most nights caring for her equine partner of 21 years, Lola. When not next to a horse, Dr. Helinger enjoys working out, outdoor activities, and is an avid runner.