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Mitsie Vargas, DVM, MSTCVM

CEO
MGVA Capital

Mitsie Vargas, DVM, MSTCVM, CCRV, CVMM, CVBMA, FAAVA, FAVBM
7700 Thompson Nursery Rd, Winter Haven, FL 33884 | (863) 224-3767 | drmitsie@gmail.com
Dr. Mitsie Vargas is a trailblazing veterinarian with a distinguished career blending traditional and integrative medicine. A 1994 graduate of Tuskegee University, she founded her AAHA-accredited hospital in 1996, which has since evolved into an integrative veterinary practice. Dr. Vargas is a Certified Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) Practitioner, holding additional certifications in Veterinary Medical Manipulation, Canine Rehabilitation, and Veterinary Balance Method Acupuncture.

Her dedication to advancing veterinary medicine extends beyond practice. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture and the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine. Dr. Vargas earned a Master’s degree in TCVM from Chi University and is pursuing a second Master’s in Integrative Medicine, set to graduate in 2025.

An accomplished author, bilingual lecturer, and teacher, Dr. Vargas inspires students and professionals alike through her work with Chi University in the USA, Peru, and Costa Rica. Her accolades include being named America’s Favorite Veterinarian in 2015 and Florida’s Veterinarian of the Year in 2018.

Dr. Vargas shares her expertise and passion for TCVM on her podcast, The Pet Healer, where she educates listeners about holistic approaches to pet care. Residing in Winter Haven, Florida, she enjoys a fulfilling life with her husband, two daughters, and an array of beloved pets.

Dr. Vargas's career exemplifies her unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of animals and their human companions through integrative, compassionate veterinary care.








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