Rafique Achmetov, DVM

‘Dr. Rif’

Rafique Achmetov ‘Dr. Rif’ received his bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from Virginia Tech. In 2008 he obtained his Veterinary degree from Saint Georges University. 

 He has over 10 years of experience working in specialty/referral hospitals as well as primary care. He has performed emergency and elective surgeries. Handled traumas, toxicities/poisoning, allergies, diabetes and other endocrine/hormone abnormalities.

 In his free time, he loves to travel and volunteer his services. He has dedicated many hours in Europe, Africa, Australia, Southeast Asia, and South America.  

 He is an avid thrill seeker and enjoys SCUBA diving, mountain climbing, cycling, white water rafting, backpacking, camping. He can almost always be found with his yellow lab ‘Freda’ who has accompanied him on some of his adventures. 

 “I strive to improve the human animal bond by advocating for those without a voice. It’s through this Concierge Service that I hope to achieve more personal connection with my clients and their pets.”  -Rafique Achmetov, DVM