South Paws Veterinary Specialists

Rose Lemarié

DVM, MS, DACVS

Dr. Rose Lemarié brings decades of surgical experience to the South Paws team which she joined in January of 2021. The multitalented surgeon grew up in Arkansas and attended college on a music scholarship, but her love of science and animals ultimately led her to veterinary school.

She received her DVM from Louisiana State University in 1991 followed by an internship in Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery at the Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Lemarié completed her Master’s Degree in Veterinary Clinical Sciences (LSU 1997) and Residency training in Veterinary Surgery (LSU 1998) to became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.

As a specialty practice, patients are referred to South Paws by general veterinarians when they need advanced care. Dr. Rose explains, “I’m here for when there’s a specific problem a regular vet isn’t trained to do. We maintain a close relationship with our referring vets and keep them informed regarding treatment and any ongoing needs.” While certified to perform any veterinary surgery, Dr. Rose is known for her expertise in orthopedic and neurological surgeries.

In 2000, Dr. Rose co-founded Southeast Veterinary Specialists in Metairie where she served as head of the Surgery Department. That practice grew in popularity and size, and was eventually bought out by an even larger corporation. “I could’ve stayed after the practice was bought, but it wasn’t my style. I couldn’t wait to come back to work in an atmosphere that feels more personal.

After Jen's husband Bob’s passing, she Hancock decided to continue running South Paws, which they had built together. She’s assembled a small but very talented and loyal core team. They are dedicated to her and to giving excellent veterinary care. I feel appreciated here and my feeling for them is mutual.”

Along with the camaraderie among staff, Dr. Rose says the smaller organization offers other benefits including having more time to care for patients and to focus on the relationship with the client. “I didn’t want to work in a corporate-type atmosphere. This is the way I love to practice. South Paws is family oriented, and I can give individualized care and personal attention.” Although smaller in staff, there is no compromise in technology or talent. “Bob had set up the practice so well in terms of specialty equipment to achieve his vision and philosophy – it’s the perfect situation for me to give the best care possible.”

Dr. Rose Lemarié is a Board-Certified Small Animal Surgeon at South Paws Veterinary Specialists. South Paws is located at 2631 N. Causeway Boulevard in Mandeville. For more information, please call 985-809-1590 or visit southpawsvet.com