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Onevet (UNAVETS Group) arrives in Madeira with the integration of VetCastro Group

Written by UNAVETS | 20-Jun-2024

Onevet enters the veterinary market of the Madeira Archipelago through VETCASTRO, an established veterinary group that includes four veterinary clinics, a pet spa, and a hotel for cats.

Founded more than 15 years ago by veterinarians, Odete Castro and Vítor Castro, VetCastro has always been guided to uphold high quality veterinary healthcare, based on a multidisciplinary team with specialized training to find the best solutions and make the best decisions for the well-being of its patients.

With a team of 30 people, 7 consultation rooms and 4 surgery rooms, the VetCastro Group provides a wide and differentiated set of services, including internal medicine, dermatology, orthopedics, physiotherapy cardiology, stomatology, digital radiology and abdominal and thoracic ultrasound, among others.

Odete Castro and Vitor Castro, clinical directors and founders of VetCastro Group, comment: "Joining OneVet Group is the guarantee of continuing excellent work, supported by a vast group of professionals, who work every day to guarantee the best veterinary medical assistance to our clients’ pets. Belonging to the OneVet family gives us the possibility of going further much faster, both through greater skills and professional support. OneVet's experience and credibility in the veterinary sector were decisive when making the decision to integrate our Group in a wider project."

Guilherme Assis, Executive Director of ONEVET, says: “OneVet once again embraces an excellent team that provides a differentiated and dedicated healthcare offering to Madeira. OneVet looks forward to providing business support and access to clinical training of the highest quality to the VetCastro Group as it continues to expand its differentiated services and capabilities."

About UNAVETS
The UNAVETS Group (“UNAVETS”) is a leading veterinary healthcare group with over 143 practices across Spain and Portugal. UNAVETS is comprised of reference/specialized centers, 24-hour hospitals, primary opinion clinics and vet offices, which guarantee a complete service offering. Its growth strategy started with a focus on Iberia but has since expanded to other European countries and the United States, as well as adjacent verticals synergistic with veterinary healthcare. UNAVETS differentiates itself via heavy investment in science-led clinical training, equipment, and clinical business support, continuing to push the envelope in favor of advanced veterinary care. For more information please visit: https://www.unavets.com.