Proficient and knowledgeable in treating Non-Traditional Species.

General Practitioner Certified in Exotic Animal Practice (GPCert(ExAP))

Dr. Ramon de Armas is a distinguished veterinarian with over 20 years of experience specializing in avian and exotic animal care. Based in Miami, Florida, he is renowned for his expertise in advanced diagnostics and surgical techniques, including ultrasonography, rigid/flexible endoscopy, laparoscopy, and minimally invasive endosurgery for birds, reptiles, and exotic mammals. At Paws and Claws Medical Center, Dr. de Armas delivers compassionate, state-of-the-art care, with specialized proficiency in small rodent and lagomorph dentistry, pain management, and species-specific nutrition and husbandry. His commitment to ethical, high-quality veterinary medicine, underpinned by rigorous continuing education, makes him a trusted choice for pet owners and referring veterinarians.

Dr. de Armas holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Universidad Central "Marta Abreu" de Las Villas, Cuba (2000), the cornerstone of his comprehensive veterinary expertise. He is a licensed veterinarian in Florida, having passed the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) and the Florida DBPR Veterinary Exam and Laws and Regulations (2006–2007), and holds USDA Class II Accreditation (2007), enabling certification of exotic animal health for transport.

His advanced credentials include an Advanced Master's Degree in Medicine and Surgery of Birds and Exotic Animals from Tech Global University (2022–2024), equipping him with cutting-edge skills in exotic animal medicine and surgery. He also earned a Post-Graduate Certificate in Exotic Animal Studies (PgCert EAS) from Harper Adams University, UK (2023–2025), a globally recognized qualification focused on exotic species biology, husbandry, and clinical management. Additionally, Dr. de Armas holds a General Practitioner Certificate in Exotic Animal Practice (GPCert EAP) from the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies, UK (2021–2023), a prestigious credential demonstrating advanced competency in exotic animal diagnostics and treatment, highly valued by referring colleagues.

Dr. de Armas’s expertise in endoscopy, laparoscopy, surgery, and ultrasonography is firmly rooted in extensive continuing education. Key courses include the Avian, Reptile, Exotic Mammal, and Fish Endoscopy Laboratory (University of Georgia, Dec 2022) and the Avian, Reptile, Exotic Mammal, and Fish Endoscopy Course (UGA, May 2022), which provided hands-on and theoretical training in rigid and flexible endoscopy techniques. He completed the Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Workshop (NAV.C, RACE #20-798377, May 2021), Laparoscopic Ovariectomy (RACE #20-841182, Apr 2021), Laparoscopic-Assisted Gastropexy (RACE #20-795067, Apr 2021), and Laparoscopy Small Animal (RACE #42316, Apr 2021), enhancing his skills in minimally invasive surgical procedures. His surgical proficiency is further supported by courses such as Exotic Animal Surgery (Aug 2023), Dentistry and Orofacial Surgery of Exotic Companion Mammals (RACE #20-952704, May 2023), and Surgery of the Respiratory System of the Gastrointestinal & Reproductive Tract of Birds (ExoticsCon Lab, Sep 2019). For ultrasonography, he completed Abdominal Focused Ultrasound for Trauma Patients (AFAST) (FASTVet.com, Apr 2018) and Abdominal Ultrasound Intermediate (WVC, Feb 2018), ensuring proficiency in diagnostic imaging across avian, reptilian, and mammalian species.

Dr. de Armas is an active member of leading organizations, including the Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV), Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV), Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV), and American College of Zoological Medicine (ACZM), reflecting his dedication to evidence-based practice. These affiliations assure referring veterinarians of his collaborative approach and adherence to industry standards.

For pet owners, Dr. de Armas offers personalized, compassionate care to ensure the well-being of even the most unique animals. For veterinary colleagues, his extensive training and certifications provide confidence in referring complex avian and exotic cases. Contact Dr. de Armas at Paws and Claws Medical Center to discuss patient care or referrals.