About Us: Veterinarians
Dr. Henry Philmon
Dr. Henry Philmon has been a veterinarian for nearly five decades. Dr. Philmon began practicing medicine at Flying Cloud in 1990 as a general practitioner. In 1993, he took over as the hospital's relief veterinarian. Dr. Philmon is also the creator and owner of the Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital.
Dr. Philmon attended Iowa State University, where he was awarded a Bachelor's Degree in Science. He went on to attend the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and was awarded his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1958. After receiving his degree, Dr. Philmon served in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, where he attained the rank of captain.
A member of numerous professional societies, Dr. Philmon has certifications in exotic animal care, dentistry and laser applications. His professional interests include surgery, geriatrics, exotics, dentistry and laser applications.
Dr. Philmon's hobbies include electronics, listening to jazz, dancing, tennis, automobiles and sports. He has two grown children, Leslie and Donald.