A photo of Southwest Animal Hospital's staff

Meet Our Expert Veterinary Team

Allow us to introduce the incredible individuals serving you and your pets.

Committed to the well-being and care of your pets, our team members bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and compassion to their roles.

Our Story

Southwest Animal Hospital is locally-owned, and has been serving Parma Heights and its surrounding communities since 1981. We strive to not only improve the health and well-being of our animal patients, but also to foster strong and positive relationships between pets and their human families. Our goal is to enhance the human-animal bond and promote the health and happiness of all our patients. We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own, and aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment where both pets and their owners feel valued and respected.

Our Team

Pamela M. Soda Gray, DVM

Owner / Veterinarian

Dr. Soda Gray is a Northeast Ohio native who currently resides in Berea with her family. Dr. Soda Gray earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Pittsburgh, followed by a Master of Science in Nutrition from Case Western Reserve University. After working in pharmaceutical manufacturing in Bedford, Dr. Soda Gray returned to school and earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from The Ohio State University. She joined Southwest Animal Hospital in 2021. Her special interests include nutrition, feline medicine, and low stress handling. In her free time, Dr. Soda Gray enjoys reading, cheering for the Cleveland Guardians, and playing the piano.

Amanda

Registered Veterinary Technician

Amanda is a Parma native who currently resides in Lakewood with her daughter, dog, two cats, and three guinea pigs. She joined Southwest Animal Hospital in 2002. She earned her degree in Veterinary Technology from Stautzenberger College, and became a Registered Veterinary Technician shortly thereafter. In her free time, Amanda enjoys reading, going to the gym, and bowling.

Samantha

Veterinary Technician

Samantha is a Northeast Ohio native that joined Southwest Animal Hospital in 2016. She earned her degree in Veterinary Technology from Stautzenberger College. In her free time, Samantha enjoys taking her dog Miko on walks, reading, and watching Hallmark movies.

Mary

Practice Manager

Mary is a Cleveland native who joined Southwest Animal Hospital in 1991. She is an active member of the Irish Wolfhounds of Northeast Ohio. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, and hiking with her dogs.

Christina

Client Service Representative

Christina is from Brunswick and joined Southwest Animal Hospital in 2017. An outdoor enthusiast, her goal is to visit all of Ohio's State Parks with her dog, Chance. In her spare time, Christina enjoys spending time with her boys.

Kim

Client Service Representative

Kim is from Berea and joined Southwest Animal Hospital in 2022 with several years of experience in the veterinary field. Kim is an avid baker who enjoys reading and spending time with her family.

“We provide compassionate and comprehensive care for pets, while recognizing and honoring the unique and special bond between humans and animals.”