LAWNDALE PET HOSPITAL - Key Persons
Dr. Antonio Pedraza, DVM, MVM, cert SAS, MRCVS, has always had a lifelong passion for animals, and because of this he decided to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. After obtaining his veterinary license, Dr. Pedraza moved to the United Kingdom to continue his postgraduate training with ESPVS (European School of Postgraduate Veterinary Studies) and BSAVA (British Small Animal Veterinary Association). His focus was primarily in orthopedics, spinal, and complex soft tissue surgery. Dr. Pedraza has received extensive training in Endoscopy and Laparoscopy procedures. In Madrid, he earned a Master's degree in Small Animal Surgery & Traumatology. He then moved to Los Angeles with his wife, a California native.
Dr. Pedraza strongly believes that the key to good veterinary medicine is integrating clinical skills and proficiency with good client communication. He prides himself on being attuned to the needs of his patients and their loved ones. He fosters open communication with his clients and a supportive atmosphere, and firmly believes this will facilitate the best long-term outcome for his patients.
Job Titles:
- Cardiology Specialist With MOVES Mobile Veterinary Specialists
Dr. Danielle Yuhas is a board-certified small animal cardiology specialist with MOVES Mobile Veterinary Specialists in Los Angeles. Dr. Yuhas is originally from the Cleveland, Ohio area and obtained her veterinary degree from The Ohio State University in 2005. She then completed a rotating internship in New York City and a cardiology internship in Tampa, Florida. She relocated to the South Bay area of Los Angeles, where she completed a private practice residency in cardiology and obtained board certification in 2010. She fell in love with the area and made it her home, remaining in practice in the South Bay for another 12 years and ultimately joining MOVES in February 2022.
Dr. Yuhas enjoys piecing together the puzzle of a cardiology case, obtaining clues from the history and physical exam, then gathering evidence from cardiac imaging and diagnostics to formulate a diagnosis. She enjoys working with clients and primary care veterinarians in the management of chronic cardiac conditions and strives to provide the best possible long term outcome for each patient.
When not working, Dr. Yuhas can be found on a paddle board off the coast, behind the lens of a camera, or exploring the outdoors, both near and far, with her husband, daughter, and rescue dog.