Pet Wellness Exams
Routine exams help our veterinarians catch changes early, answer questions, and create a care plan based on your pet's age, lifestyle, and health history.
Learn about wellness examsVeterinary Medical Centers of Fort Thomas
Vet in Fort Thomas KY for Dogs, Cats, and Local Families
On Memorial Parkway, our Fort Thomas team gets to know you and your pet by name. Dr. Kristi Baker and her team listen first, explain what they find in plain language, and stay in your corner long after the appointment ends.
Fort Thomas2000 Memorial Parkway, Fort Thomas, KY 41075(859) 442-4420Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
vet in Fort Thomas KY
A Locally Owned Vet in Fort Thomas KY
Veterinary Medical Centers is a locally owned vet in Fort Thomas KY, caring for dogs and cats on Memorial Parkway near Highlands High School and Tower Park. We see families from Fort Thomas, Highland Heights, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Southgate, and nearby Cincinnati neighborhoods.
We practice relationship-based medicine: we take time to learn your pet's history, explain what we find in terms you can act on, and check in after visits so you're never left guessing about next steps.
New here? That’s okay. We’ll help you know what to bring and what to expect.
Locally owned Caring for Fort Thomas families Dogs and cats welcomed by name
Meet the Team
Meet Dr. Kristi Baker
Dr. Kristi Baker doesn't just work in Fort Thomas — she lives here, and her kids attend Fort Thomas City Schools. That stake in the community shapes how she practices: she listens before she recommends, explains what she's seeing in plain terms, and gets to know each pet well enough to notice when something's off.
Because Veterinary Medical Centers is independently owned, care decisions are made here, by people who know your pet's history, instead of being routed through a corporate call center or a rotating cast of providers.
Better care starts with listening carefully, explaining clearly, and knowing the pet and family in front of us.
- Dr. Baker lives in Fort Thomas with her husband and two children
- Her kids attend Fort Thomas City Schools
- Independently owned and operated — no corporate chain
- Long-term relationships with Fort Thomas and Campbell County families
Listening comes first
Every visit starts with hearing your concerns before we start looking for answers.
One team, not a rotation
The same familiar faces see your pet over time, so changes are easier to notice and explain.
Locally owned, locally decided
Care decisions are made here, by people who know your pet, not a distant corporate office.
Clear next steps, always
You leave knowing what we found, why it matters, and what to do next.
Visit Information
Plan your visit to our Fort Thomas clinic.
Each detail gets its own row so it is easy to scan before you call, drive over, or schedule your first appointment.
Address
2000 Memorial Parkway, Fort Thomas, KY 41075
- Easy clinic access for local pet families
- Highland Heights, Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Southgate, Cold Spring, Alexandria, Silver Grove, Cincinnati
Phone
(859) 442-4420Call for appointments, urgent questions, and same-day availability.
- Best first step if your pet is sick or symptoms are changing
- Our team can help you choose the right appointment type
Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: Rotating, call ahead
- Sunday: Closed
Saturday availability may rotate. Call ahead before planning a weekend visit.
Parking
On-site parking available
- Pull in close to the clinic instead of searching for street parking
- Helpful for senior pets, cats in carriers, and nervous dogs
Patients Seen
Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens
- Wellness, sick visits, dental care, diagnostics, surgery consultations, prevention, and senior care
- Relationship-based care from puppy and kitten visits through senior pet support
Directions & Parking
Directions to Our Fort Thomas Veterinary Clinic
Our Fort Thomas clinic sits on Memorial Parkway near Highlands High School, Tower Park, and Riggs Memorial Park, with on-site parking right at the door. Cincinnati families come across regularly — take I-471 N to Exit 5 (Memorial Parkway), turn left, and the clinic is on your right, about 10 minutes from downtown.
Veterinary Services
Veterinary Services Available in Fort Thomas KY
Six of the most requested services at our Fort Thomas clinic — from first puppy and kitten visits through senior pet care.
Dog & Cat Vaccinations
Vaccines help protect pets from serious and preventable diseases, with recommendations based on age, lifestyle, travel, exposure risk, and medical history.
View vaccination carePuppy & Kitten Care
First exams, vaccine schedules, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance, microchipping, behavior questions, and early health planning for new pets.
Start puppy or kitten careSick Pet Visits
Evaluation for vomiting, limping, coughing, appetite changes, pain, lethargy, behavior changes, or pets who are not acting like themselves.
Schedule a sick visitPet Dental Care
Dental exams, professional cleaning discussions, dental X-rays when appropriate, treatment planning, and home dental care guidance for dogs and cats with oral health needs.
Explore dental careSenior Pet Care
More frequent monitoring, early detection, mobility support, dental care, and chronic condition guidance for aging dogs and cats.
Plan senior pet careWhy This Location
Why Fort Thomas Families Choose Veterinary Medical Centers
Easy to Reach, Easy to Park
On-site parking right at the door, near Highlands High School and Tower Park — and about 10 minutes from downtown Cincinnati via I-471 N, Exit 5.
Locally Owned, Locally Decided
Care decisions are made here by people who know your pet, not by a distant corporate office.
Your Pet's History, Remembered
The same team sees your pet visit after visit, so changes in behavior or health are easier to catch early.
Full-Service Care for Dogs and Cats
Wellness exams, dental care, diagnostics, surgery, and sick visits, handled by one team from puppyhood through senior years.
Calmer, Clearer Visits
We explain findings and options in plain language and use gentle handling to keep visits low-stress for pets and owners.
Familiar Faces
Pets of Fort Thomas
Real patients from the Veterinary Medical Centers family, shared with their owners’ permission.
What Pet Owners Say
What Fort Thomas Pet Owners Say
Real reviews from families who bring their dogs and cats to our Fort Thomas clinic.
Dr. Baker and her associates are amazing. They treat your pets like family and take the time to answer every question without rushing.
Our first visit could not have gone better. Everyone was kind, patient, and made sure our pet felt comfortable.
The staff is gentle, kind, and professional. They explained pricing upfront and followed up the next day to check on my pet.
First Visit
What to expect at your first visit.
New patients are welcome at our Fort Thomas location. Here is how a first appointment typically works.
Request an appointment
Call the clinic, send a message, or use the online appointment request.
Complete new patient forms
Share your contact info, pet details, prior clinic, and visit goals before you arrive.
Bring prior veterinary records
Vaccine history, medications, lab results, and adoption paperwork all help.
Share your pet's history and concerns
Tell us what changed, what worries you, and what you want the visit to accomplish.
Meet with the veterinary team
Your veterinarian examines your pet, explains findings, and answers questions.
Leave with a clear care plan
You leave with practical guidance, follow-up timing, and a clear plan for your pet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about our vet in Fort Thomas KY.
Next Steps
Ready to Visit a Vet in Fort Thomas KY?
Call our Fort Thomas team, request an appointment online, or complete your new patient form before your first visit.
Existing patient? Request a refill · Request records · Ask a question — View Independence Location.
