Meet Our Staff
The Heart of Our Hospitals
At Baileywoods Veterinary Group, it takes more than great medicine to make a difference—it takes great people. Our staff is the heart of our hospitals, combining skill, compassion, and teamwork to create a welcoming experience for pets and their families.
From friendly receptionists who greet you at the door to dedicated technicians and assistants who care for each patient with gentle hands and genuine love, every member of our team plays an important role in keeping your pets healthy and happy.
We’re proud to have a group of professionals who not only love animals, but also care deeply about the people in our communities. Together, we make every visit a positive one – for you and your pet.
All Five Locations
Rebekah Arnold
Director of Operations
Rebekah began her career in veterinary medicine in 2000 and has been with our group since 2007. Her favorite things about working in the veterinary field are, building cohesive teams, meeting with new clients and patients, educating clients about their pets’ conditions, and serving her community.
When she’s not working, Rebekah enjoys spending time with her family and fishing! Rebekah’s furry family consists of a pug named Mr. Binx and Lola, a French bulldog.
Woodland Animal Clinic
Sherica
Practice Manager
A Florida native, Sherica grew up in Orlando and thrives in the warm weather. A former patient thought she would be a perfect fit at Woodland Animal Clinic, and she was absolutely right.
Sherica has always had a deep love for animal care, and when she was in her early 20s, Sherica found working at Veterinary offices empowering. Her family consists of her children, and fur baby- a gentle white German shepherd. Her dog is a great helper and gives blood when they need animal blood infusions in the hospital. When Sherica isn’t at work, you can probably find her at the beach, enjoying a jet ski, or playing with her family.
Savannah
Lead Client Service Representative
Gabrielle
Veterinary Technician
Whitney
Veterinary Technician
Shaniqua
Veterinary Technician
Beachwood Animal Clinic
Danielle
Practice Manager
Danielle was born and raised in Hockessin, Delaware and earned her Associates degree from the University of Delaware. Danielle moved to Florida in 2013 to pursue a career in the animal field and worked at the Marine Science Center where she specialized in wild avian rescue and rehabilitation. Her experience there led her to veterinary medicine, and she found a home at Beachwood Animal Clinic in April of 2015.
Danielle’s areas of special interest are small animal dentistry and emergencies. When she’s not at the clinic, she enjoys fishing, painting, and playing volleyball.. Danielle loves all creatures from no legs to four, and shares her home with chihuahuas Nala and Bambi, as well as the newest addition: a kitty named Frank.
Cynthia
Veterinary Technician
Tracy
Veterinary Technician
Megan
Veterinary Technician
Emma
Veterinary Technician
Morgan
Client Care Specialist
Amanda
Technician Assistant
Austin
Technician Assistant
Volusia Woods Animal Clinic
Derek Simonds
Practice Manager
Growing up in DeLand, my lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian took root early on. Animal care has always been a significant part of my life, a passion that led me to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Central Florida.
I dove into the veterinary field at the earliest opportunity, starting in an entry-level position and working my way through every aspect of the profession. This hands-on experience has given me a comprehensive understanding and deep expertise. I am excited to continue client, patient, and community care as the practice manager at Volusia Woods Animal Clinic!
Outside of work, you’ll often find me on the water, enjoying fishing, or in the garage, tinkering with my project car. At home, my two rescue cats, River and Jack Jack, keep things interesting!
Hannah
Client Service Representative
Angelica
Client Service Representative
New Smyrna Beach Animal Medical Center
Danielle
Practice Manager
Danielle was born and raised in Hockessin, Delaware and earned her Associates degree from the University of Delaware. Danielle moved to Florida in 2013 to pursue a career in the animal field and worked at the Marine Science Center where she specialized in wild avian rescue and rehabilitation. Her experience there led her to veterinary medicine, and she found a home at Beachwood Animal Clinic in April of 2015.
Danielle’s areas of special interest are small animal dentistry and emergencies. When she’s not at the clinic, she enjoys fishing, painting, and playing volleyball.. Danielle loves all creatures from no legs to four, and shares her home with chihuahuas Nala and Bambi, as well as the newest addition: a kitty named Frank.
Melissa S.
Lead Veterinary Technician
Melissa grew up here in the New Smyrna area and realized she wanted to be a veterinarian when she got her first dog, a shepherd-mix named Angel.
She studied to be a veterinary technician at the Institute for Technical Arts. She shares her home with Rubi the racing pup, a black Lab and golden retriever mix; Lily, a Catahoula/pit mix, and Dixie, a Catahoula/shepherd mix. Melissa enjoys spending her free time with her family and her fiancé, Mike, and she likes to relax with her horse, Whisper.
Jaymie
Veterinary Technician
Dr. Demaris Raimundo grew up in Orlando, Florida, and developed a deep love for veterinary medicine from a young age. While pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences at the University of Florida, her family moved to New Smyrna Beach, where she fell in love with the tight-knit community and local businesses. She is excited to build long-term relationships with the pets and families in the area.
Dr. Raimundo earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2025, completing her clinical training at Colorado State University. She thrives in the continuous learning environment of veterinary medicine and is particularly passionate about surgery, orthopedics, and internal medicine.
Outside of work, Dr. Raimundo enjoys spending time outdoors with her pets. Her dog, Riley, has accompanied her on moves across multiple states and even the Caribbean, while her cat, Mowgli, loves to join their adventures in a harness. Whether it’s hiking, biking, paddleboarding, or relaxing at the beach, Dr. Raimundo embraces an active lifestyle and cherishes time with family and friends.
Jamie L.
Veterinary Technician
My dream of becoming a veterinarian began when I was four years old, the moment my parents brought home a dachshund puppy in a strawberry basket. That passion led me to work in a veterinary clinic at age 16, and I never looked back. I went on to study animal sciences at the University of Illinois, where I also earned my DVM.
My husband and I raised our two boys in Naperville, Illinois. Now that they’re grown, we’ve started our empty-nest life in sunny New Smyrna Beach. Our family includes Sammy, a 12-year-old Morkie who loves to nap on the back of the couch, and Izzy, a two-year-old Kentucky Street poodle mix who’s a fantastic dancer and can walk on her hind legs.
When I’m not with my four-legged patients, you can find me enjoying my favorite hobbies. I’m an avid indoor and outdoor gardener and love to spend time on the water kayaking and fishing. I also enjoy reading historical fiction, crocheting, crafting, and cooking for my family and friends. I even started playing the piano as an adult.