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Joel Griffies

DVM, Diplomate ACVD

Dr. Joel Griffies is a 1992 graduate of Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation he worked in a mixed large/small animal practice and small animal emergency practice in Georgia. In 1994 he opened a small animal practice in Lawrenceville, GA where he worked for 5 years before pursuing his dermatology career. In 1999 he relocated to southern California to begin a residency with Animal Dermatology Clinic. Dr. Griffies completed his residency in 2001 and became a shareholder of Animal Dermatology Clinic shortly thereafter. Dr. Griffies is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD) and co-owner of Animal Dermatology Clinics of Tustin, Marina del Rey, Pasadena and Upland, CA, Marietta, GA, Louisville, KY and Indianapolis, IN. He is also a member of the executive board for Animal Dermatology Clinic Management Group.
Dr. Griffies has lectured at a variety of veterinary conferences and meetings locally, regionally and nationally. In 2010, he relocated back to the southeast and is the senior dermatologist at Animal Dermatology Clinic, Marietta in the metro Atlanta area.
Dr. Griffies is married, has 2 children and a high energy Border terrier named Grady to keep him busy.