Welcome to Beachwood Animal Clinic!

Dr. Jacklyn Mantz

DVM

Growing up in Palm Coast, FL, Dr. Mantz returned to her home after completing the nine years of training to becoming a veterinarian. She attended the University of Florida for her undergraduate degree obtaining a bachelor’s in animal science. She then attended vet school in Manhattan, KS at Kansas State University. After finishing veterinary school, Dr. Mantz completed a 1-year rotating internship at Georgia Veterinary Specialists in Atlanta, GA. She’s glad to be back in Florida!

Dr. Mantz enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, though she has a particular interest in internal medicine. Her hobbies outside of work consist of spending time with her family, hiking with her two dogs (Becky and Mojo), canoeing, paddleboarding, and camping.

Dr. Hannah Duranleau

DVM

Dr. Hannah Duranleau was born and raised in Washington, Vermont. After starting her career as a Certified Veterinary Technician, Dr. Duranleau continued her education at the University of Florida while working at both the large and small animal departments at the veterinary school. She continued her post-graduate studies at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine on the beautiful island of St. Kitts, returning to UF for her final clinical year and earning her DVM in 2013.

Dr. Duranleau started her career in South Florida at the dental specialty hospital, Hometown Animal Hospital. During her first two years, Dr. Duranleau learned about dentistry and completed the small animal acupuncture course at the Chi Institute in Reddick, Florida. Dr. Duranleau and her husband Dzmitry have recently moved to New Smyrna Beach, with their two dogs and their cat. She is excited about their move and her new adventure joining the staff of Beachwood Animal Clinic.

Dr. Melissa Jackson

DVM

Dr. Jackson grew up in Ormond Beach, Florida. She attended Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Anthropology.

She attended the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine and graduated with Honors in 1998. She followed veterinary school with an internship at Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Dr. Jackson previously worked in DeLand and Ormond Beach before joining the Beachwood team in 2006. Dr. Jackson is married to Dr. Jim Jackson (also a veterinarian). They have 2 Weimaraners (Miles and Thor), 4 cats (Mr. Smithers, Rigatoni, Cheddar, and Emmie Lu), and 3 turtles and tortoises. Dr. Jackson enjoys cooking, sewing, and reading in her spare time. She competes with Miles in AKC Obedience, Rally, and Hunting Trials on the weekends. Although she enjoys working with all animals, she has a special interest in feline medicine.

Dr. Demaris Raimundo

DVM

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.

Dr. Michael Bailey

DVM

Dr. Bailey grew up in the small town of Wauchula, Florida. He received his bachelor’s degree in zoology at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama. He decided to stay for four more football seasons and is a 1998 graduate of Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.

He worked in Destin and Orlando, Florida. In 2002, he became owner of Woodland Animal Clinic in DeLand and later added two more veterinary offices—Beachwood Animal Clinic in Woodland Beach and Volusia Woods Animal Clinic in Orange City.

He met his wife Dana while at Auburn, and they have three beautiful children. In his free time he enjoys fishing, waterskiing, hiking, crossfit, coaching his son’s football team, and spending time with his children. He is involved with the community and is a member of the Rotary Club of downtown DeLand.