The Animal Cancer Care Clinic was founded in December of 2003 by Dr. Stephanie Correa, a board certified medical oncologist. Dr. Correa graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary medicine with highest honors, and went on to complete a prestigious internship at the Animal Medical Center in New York City. At the Animal Medical Center, she was honored with the Intern of the Year award. After completing her internship, Dr. Correa completed a residency in medical oncology at Louisiana State University. She accepted a faculty position at Louisiana State University and remained at LSU until she entered private practice in south Florida in 2001. Dr. Correa is widely published in her field, and her areas of expertise include canine and feline lymphoma, leukemia, mast cell disease, and nasal tumors.