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Dr.Marrugo was born in Colombia but raised in South Florida, and spent most of her free time working in an emergency clinic at a local clinic when she was at college. She attended the Florida Gulf Coast University for her undergraduate studies, and majored in Biology. Dr.Marrugo spent her summers with her family and working through hurricanes in south florida and learning as much as she could about veterinary medicine. 

After undergrad, she moved to Gainesville and attended veterinary school at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, where she focused her education on shelter animal medicine 

Dr. Marrugo has a special interest in shelter medicine , dermatology and surgery. 

 In her free time, Dr. Marrugo enjoys watching horror movies , hiking, cooking, and spending time with her friends. She also loves spending time with her pets, Jagger and Guinness. 

Dr. Marrugo  is Fear Free Certified and a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Dr. Marrugo  is also proud of her hispanic  background, as being bilingual !

Dr. Marrugo  is excited to serve you and your loved ones! 

Been taking my 2 dogs and 1 cat here for a couple years now. The vets and staff are always very nice, and helpful. Just recently my little chi mix was attacked by another dog,and needed surgery. Valley Ranch Animal Hospital was beyond compassionate and even called me throughout the day for updates on how by fur baby was doing. Can't say enough great things about this place.

Ashley S.