Our Doctors
Nikolay Nikolov
DVM
Dr. Nikolay “Dr. Nik” Nikolov earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the School of Veterinary Medicine, in Bulgaria, in 1989. He completed the ECFVG (Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates) certification program at the Boren Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Dr. Nikolov has been practicing veterinary medicine in the Jacksonville area since 1998. In June 2000, he joined Dr. Neuman at the Animal Medical Clinic in Sawgrass Village, Ponte Vedra Beach. Together, they successfully co-owned, managed, and operated multiple veterinary hospitals throughout the Jacksonville metropolitan area.
With over 35 years of professional experience, Dr. Nikolov has a special interest in surgery, laser therapy, and advanced medical care. He is honored to provide high-quality, compassionate veterinary services to pet owners in Springfield and downtown Jacksonville. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Nik is a dedicated animal lover and proud owner of several rescue dogs and cats, a large fish tank, pond turtles, and a cockatoo.
Gary Neuman
DVM
Dr. Gary Neuman brings more than 40 years of veterinary experience to the Springfield community. He graduated from the University of Florida in 1985 and has since owned and operated clinics throughout the Beaches and Jacksonville areas, while also spending over 35 years practicing in the Ponte Vedra community. With a special interest in internal medicine and dermatology, Dr. Neuman is excited to share his expertise and practical, compassionate approach with patients in the Springfield and downtown Jacksonville neighborhoods.
At home, Dr. Neuman is surrounded by a lively crew of rescue dogs and cats, as well as a backyard pond filled with giant goldfish and several rescued turtles. Friends and family often joke that his pets run his life—and he wouldn’t have it any other way.