Hours
General:
Mon-Fri 8 AM to 5:30 PM
About Us
At Gulf Coast Equine Hospital, we are dedicated to providing top-notch veterinary care for your equine companions. Located in Summerdale, Alabama, our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with a fully functional surgical suite and a padded recovery room, ensuring your horse receives the best possible care during and after surgery. Our team of experienced veterinarians, led by Dr. Timothy P. Stewart, has been serving the South Alabama and Northwest Florida area for over 30 years.
Our comprehensive services include general surgery, internal medicine, breeding, dentistry, lameness, performance surgery, and preventive medicine. We pride ourselves on our ability to handle a wide range of equine health issues, from minor procedures to complex surgeries. Our team includes Dr. Tara Riddick, an ACVS Board Certified Large Animal Veterinary Surgeon, who specializes in lameness and performance injuries, as well as minor and complex surgeries.
We also offer extensive internal medicine services, including full diagnostic capabilities for physiologic, neurologic, or endocrinologic disease. Our diagnostic lab is fully equipped for cytology, microbiology, and parasitology, and we provide services such as blood cultures, trans-tracheal wash, abdominal and thoracic ultrasound, and extensive ophthalmic care.
In addition to our medical services, we provide holistic veterinary therapies and online pharmacy services to cater to the diverse needs of our clients. Our staff is committed to providing personalized care and attention to each horse, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment.
Whether you need routine check-ups, specialized surgery, or advanced diagnostic testing, Gulf Coast Equine Hospital is here to support your horse's health and well-being. We strive to build long-term relationships with our clients, providing trusted and compassionate care for every equine patient that walks through our doors.
Staff
Species Accepted
Horses
Services Provided
Surgery
- General Surgery
- Arthroscopy
- Angular Limb Correction
Laparoscopy
- General Surgery
- Arthroscopy
- Angular Limb Correction
Internal Medicine
Diagnostic Services
- Laboratory Testing
- Microbiology
- Imaging Services
Parasitology
Ophthalmic Care
Breeding
Broodmare Management
Fertility Evaluation
Breeding Services
Stallion Management
Fertility Evaluation
Foal Intensive Care
Dentistry
- Equine Dentistry