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295 Palmas Inn Road Palmanova Plaza Ste. C-111 Humacao, Puerto Rico 00791295 Palmas Inn Road Palmanova Plaza Ste. C-111 Humacao, Puerto Rico 00791
Our experts
Our Veterinary Medical Team
Certified professionals dedicated to your pet's comprehensive health, with advanced experience in internal medicine, surgery, and specialized diagnosis.
Ahmira R. Torres, DVM, DACVIM
Internal Medicine Specialist
Dr. Ahmira R. Torres, a native of Aguadilla, is the only board-certified specialist in small animal internal medicine in Puerto Rico. She graduated from Colegio San Carlos and studied Animal Sciences at the University of Puerto Rico in Mayagüez. She completed her veterinary training at Ross University and her residency in internal medicine at the University of Florida. She earned her certification as a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2014.
She has worked in internal medicine, emergency, and surgical centers in Virginia, Texas, and Puerto Rico. She is a published author and guest lecturer in the United States and Puerto Rico. She is currently the owner and internist at Palmas y Mar Veterinary Specialty. She enjoys spending time with her family, exercising outdoors, traveling, and water activities.
Stephen E. Cassle, DVM, MPH, DACVPM
Preventive Medicine, General Practice, and Exotic Pets
Hailing from Jacksboro, Texas, Dr. Stephen Cassle completed his undergraduate studies at Texas Christian University with a BS in Biology. Dr. Cassle earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University and completed a rotating clinical internship at the Department of Defense Military Working Dog Veterinary Center at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas directly after vet school graduation. During his Army Long Term Health Education and Training Program, Dr. Cassle completed a Masters in Public Health with a focus on Global and Environmental Health from the University of Florida, where he also completed a residency in Aquatic Animal Health. Dr. Cassle is a Board Certified Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, which he obtained in 2013 and received The Army Surgeon General 9A Proficiency Designator for excellence in Veterinary Preventive Medicine in 2021.
Stephen served 21 years in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, retiring as a Colonel in 2023. His leadership roles included overseeing veterinary treatment clinics, clinical services, and food protection missions across numerous locations around the world. In his final four years, he commanded twice, leading the 248th Medical Detachment Veterinary Service Support and Public Health Activity-Guam.
Dr. Cassle boasts a diverse and comprehensive veterinary medical background, with specialized expertise spanning: Veterinary Preventive Medicine, ensuring proactive health management and disease prevention; General Practice, providing a solid foundation in treating a wide range of common illnesses and conditions; and, uniquely; Exotic Pets, catering to the specialized veterinary needs of non-traditional animal companions. This multifaceted skill set enables Dr. Cassle to offer well-rounded and personalized care to a broad spectrum of animals.
Living in Puerto Rico with his wife, Dr. Ahmira Torres, and their three children, Dr. Cassle enjoys outdoor activities, travel, and water sports. He is also a Legos enthusiast, SCUBA diver, and amateur sailor.
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