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Dr. John McLemore

Dr. McLemore is a 1982 graduate of Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine. Prior to attending college, Dr. McLemore served in the US Army as an air traffic controller in Korea. He moved to the St. Petersburg area in 1983 and purchased Gateway Animal Hospital in 1987. In 1994, Dr. McLemore moved Gateway Animal Hospital to its new and much larger location.


He is a member of the:

  • American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  • American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
  • Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA)
  • Pinellas County Veterinary Medical Society (PCVMS)

Dr. McLemore served as president of the Pinellas County Veterinary Society in 1995. In 1996, he received the FVMA Gold Star Award for outstanding service to the veterinary profession.


Dr. McLemore has a special interest in Radiology and Internal Medicine. He also performs ultrasonagraphy at the hospital.

Dr. McLemore is an avid golfer and even had a hole in one on the 17th hole at the Vinoy Golf Club. He also supports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Devil Rays.

Dr. McLemore has been married to his wife, Laura, for 26 years and has two daughters, Katie and Stephanie.