Even your career is bigger in Texas.
With 28 hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the possibilities are endless.
At NVA, we hand you the reins on your career with growth opportunities as vast as the Texas sky. From mentorship to practice ownership, NVA invests in you for your entire career.
In Dallas-Fort Worth, you can truly have it all:
Practice Medicine Your Way
We trust you to make the best decisions for your patients.
Pursue Practice Ownership
Our Joint-Venture Partnership Program lets you build wealth by buying into your practice.
Build Your Dream Team
Set the tone for success by defining your practice’s values, goals, and working style.
Embrace the Future of Pet Health
Practice at the height of your potential and help close care gaps with access to cutting-edge tools, medicine, and technology.
Are you a new DVM?
NVA offers the resources new grads need to start strong in their career!
Tailored Mentorship
Grow your skills and gain confidence with your own experienced mentor.
$15,000 Tuition Assistance
Ease the burden of student debt with our financial support.
No Negative Accrual
Focus on care, not caseloads, with a fully-guaranteed salary.
NAVLE Prep Support
Prepare to pass your exam with our resources, group studies, and events.
$5,000 CE Allowance
Continue your education with stipends and time off to learn.
Meet DFW Mentor Dr. Jodi Long
“Mentorship is an opportunity to learn from and help another person grow & reach their goals. It is a privilege, and I am grateful to those that have entrusted me with the role of mentor.”
No two vets are alike. Neither are career paths at NVA.
No matter where you are in your veterinary journey, we’re here to help you grow your own way. Learn how we empower our veterinarians at every stage of their careers:
Click the video above to hear how Dr. Chip Ponsford is empowering his hospital team!
Experienced Doctors are Empowered at NVA
“I think the attitude, the culture here is one of teamwork, one of support. And that’s one of the hardest thing to accomplish in a workplace. The doctors are good. The Techs are efficient, they’re knowledgeable, they’re skilled. And for a doctor, that’s like going to heaven.”
Dr. Chip Ponsford, Medical Director
Animal Clinic of Farmers Branch
Click the video above to hear how Dr. Gutman found her footing as a new grad!
Recent Graduates Get the Mentorship They Need to Succeed
“I chose this practice because I did a couple externships here during my fourth year, and I fell in love with the mix of emergency medicine and general practice, so I get to do all of the fun things, and we have some really great mentors here. I've just really learned a lot. It's made me a really great doctor.”
Dr. Marni Gutman, Associate Veterinarian
I-20 Animal Medical Center
Love Where You Live
With all the amenities of a modern metropolis and the neighborly warmth of a small town, the Dallas-Fort Worth area has a perfect balance of history, arts & culture, dining & entertainment, and family-friendly activities that makes it an ideal place to live.
“The clients and the people I have met here are very friendly and courteous. It makes me look forward to going to work. Since living here for a few years now, I have noticed that DFW feels like a conglomerate of multiple towns where you can experience the walkable cities, to suburban communities, to rural farms all within a short driving distance of each other. There's always something for everyone here!”
Dr. Jamie Zhen-Gruzman, Animal Healthcare Clinic of Southlake
A Nightlife with Culture
From the Bishop Arts District to the downtown “cultural corridor” of Deep Ellum, Dallas is home to hundreds of bars, restaurants, and live music; no matter where the night takes you, an unforgettable experience is waiting.
The Museum Capital of the Southwest
With over forty art galleries & museums located in and around the stunning Fort Worth Cultural District, there’s always something new to see, whether your interests involve history, culture, sports, and more!
Get Back to Nature
Looking to reconnect with the environment? With plenty of hiking trails, botanical gardens, and outdoor activities to enjoy, the Dallas Fort-Worth area is a perfect balance between urban living and natural surroundings.
Endless Excitement For the Whole Family
Whether you’re a family of sports fans, thrill-seekers, or just looking to enjoy a nice day out, we have you covered. Ride the rails at Six Flags Over Texas, catch a game at the American Airlines Center, home of the Dallas Stars and Dallas Mavericks, or enjoy any of the dozens of family-friendly activities in the area; there’s no excuse for boredom in DFW!