Skin and ear issues are common reasons for dogs and cats to visit a veterinarian. Allergies are often the underlying root cause of these problems. The most noticeable sign of allergies is itchiness (pruritus), which can manifest as scratching, chewing, licking (especially of the paws), rubbing, scooting, and over-grooming (common in cats). Other symptoms of allergies can include redness of the skin, hair loss, excessive scaling/crusting, hyperpigmentation (skin color change/darkening), odor, and papules/pustules. Uncontrolled allergies can lead to recurrent skin and ear infections, necessitating multiple veterinary visits and increased risk of resistant disease or irreversible damage. In addition to allergic diseases, Dr. Smart also treats a variety of other dermatologic conditions, including autoimmune, infectious, congenital/hereditary, hormonal, and some neoplastic causes.
New River Veterinary Specialists diagnose and treat the following:
Chronic discomfort and caregiver fatigue are often overlooked consequences of recurrent dermatologic issues, which can result in a decline in quality of life and strain the relationship between you and your pet. Dr. Smart will work closely with you to determine an appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic plan tailored to your pet’s needs. The ultimate goal is to reduce the amount of time you spend at the vet and ensure your pet lives a comfortable, happy, and healthy life!
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DVM, ACVIM (SAIM)
Internal Medicine
Dr. Adam Hunt is an internal medicine specialist at New River Veterinary Specialists. He is a 2018 graduate of Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Hunt completed a small animal medicine and surgery rotating internship at Kansas State University and his small animal internal medicine residency at University of Tennessee. He received the House Officer of the Year award at Kansas State University due to his passion for teaching.
Dr. Hunt’s special areas of interest are gastroenterology, endocrinology, autoimmune diseases and infectious diseases. His area of research is in feline gastrointestinal disease and its relation to anemia and the diagnosis of commonly acquired adrenal diseases. Dr. Hunt enjoys performing all procedures in the specialty of internal medicine but particularly enjoys upper and lower GI endoscopy. He enjoys the long-term management of multifaceted cases and building relationships and bettering the health of his patients. Dr. Hunt views each case as an opportunity to educate and involve his clients in the decision making process with their beloved companions.
In his free time, Dr. Hunt enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and family. He enjoys hiking, swimming, spending time at the beach and playing soccer. He shares a home with his wife, two dogs, and a cat.
DVM, DACVD
Dermatology
Dr. Kimberly Smart graduated with honors from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. She further honed her skills through a small animal medicine and surgery internship at BluePearl Veterinary Partners, followed by a dermatology specialty internship at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Smart completed her dermatology residency at Iowa State University, during which she was also elected as chief resident by her peers. Following completion of her dermatology residency, she became a Board-Certified Veterinary Dermatologist through the American College of Veterinary Dermatology®.
Known for her compassionate approach, Dr. Smart finds great fulfillment in building long-lasting relationships with clients and their pets, striving to improve their quality of life. She utilizes her expertise to diagnose and treat dermatological conditions, getting pets back to looking, feeling, and smelling better too! Dr. Smart treats all aspects of dermatology but has a special interest in infectious diseases, ear diseases, and feline allergies.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Smart enjoys spending time with her own pets and is an avid fan of live music, traveling, and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs!
