Proudly Presenting Alpharetta’s Premier Team


Dr. Erin George
Dr. George grew up in a northwest suburb of Chicago. She completed her undergraduate degree at The University of Illinois and obtained her DVM from Purdue University College of Veterinarian Medicine. Dr. George worked at a small animal general practice in Illinois for 6.5 years before moving to Georgia to be closer to family. She opened Edgewater Animal Hospital in August 2022 with the vision of improving patient care, client education, and the veterinary clinic workplace. Dr. George enjoys all aspects of general practice, but her special interests include oncology, surgery, and preventative medicine.
Dr. George and her husband, Wade, share their home with two rescue dogs, Nemy & Annie. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, and playing any competitive sports (her current favorites are volleyball, tennis, and softball).

Amber Smetana - Nurse, Office Manager
Amber Smetana brings with her over 20 years of animal care experience, including a history of professionally training horses and managing equestrian operations. As our Office Manager, Amber brings a wealth of passion for organization—helping ensure clients have extraordinary experiences while in our hospital. In her spare time, Amber propagates exotic plants and cares for her French Bulldogs.

Amanda Baker - Nurse
Amanda Baker has worked over four years in veterinary medicine as a nurse. Amanda is a fierce patient advocate and works hard to ensure all clients’ pets receive the best-possible care while in our hospital. Amanda currently resides in Roswell with her beagle, Callie and enjoys a good book!

Yvette Adams - Receptionist
Yvette most recently worked 8 years as an Equine Operations Manager and prior to that, after graduating from KSU, she spent over 13 years teaching Physical Education. Her true love has always been for animals. She has owned everything from hamsters to horses, and everything in between. Currently at home, she has a rescued and much loved Lab Mix senior named Asher. In her spare time, she enjoys puzzles, board games, movies, Top Golf, spending time with her family, and going to the beach-any beach!

Erica Carmalt - Receptionist
Erica brings Edgewater Animal Hospital over 15 years in professional and animal care settings. She resides in Cherokee county with her husband and rescue beagle mix, Rosie. She has always enjoyed working (and volunteering) with animals of all kinds. In her spare time, Erica enjoys nature and traveling—including volunteering to transport wildlife in need.

Janzell Ruiz - Registered Veterinary Technician
Janzell Ruiz is originally from Puerto Rico , but Georgia has been her home for the last 7 years! She currently lives in Roswell with her two dogs, Maui and Kai, as well as her husband. She has been in the veterinary field for over 7 years and loves being able to help animals when they need it most—it fills her heart with joy. In her time away from work, Janzell enjoys camping, hiking, and climbing!
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(470) 545 – 0771
6195 Windward Parkway
Suite 109
Alpharetta, GA 30005