Vet Serves in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dr. Diana Gersten

Verified Veterinarian

103 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

I am excited to be partnering with the Codapet team to be able to offer affordable end-of-life veterinary care in the familiarity of a pet’s own home. With compassion, experience, and kindness, your clients' furry child will have an easy transition to Rainbow Bridge.

Education

Undergraduate: Animal Science at Cornell University - 2009

Veterinary Medicine: Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at the University of Florida in Gainesville - 2014

  • Based InFt. Lauderdale, FL
  • Service areasFort Lauderdale & Surrounding Areas
  • Work Experience8+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

FridayTimes Vary Weekly

Availability each week can vary based on demand and scheduling. Please provide a minimum 2 hour advance notice for all bookings.

Services provided

At home pet euthanasia

Dr. Diana Gersten will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $375

Pet cremation

Dr. Diana Gersten will arrange and handle all of your cremation needs, including careful and loving transportation of your pet to the crematorium through private or communal process handled

Est. CostFrom $125 - $300

Keepsakes

Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned

Est. CostFrom $15 - $25

Quality of life consult

Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.

Est. CostStarting at $199

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Gersten was truly amazing. She made an extremely difficult decision easier. She was sympathetic to our grief. She made sure our dog was comfortable and surrounded with love.

codapet review
5.0
Dec 06 2024 by Annette L.
Review by Annette L.
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Even though we have had to do this before with our pets during the years, it's never easy. You have to look at the quality of life of your pet and then let go. Dr. Gersten was very kind and calming with her mannerisms and made the journey less stressful. I recommend her to you and your pet.

codapet review
5.0
Dec 14 2023 by Mel & Kevin H.
Review by Dr. Diana Gersten

We had no idea that at home euthanasia was an option until hearing from a friend that they did an at home passing for their dog. Once we knew it was time, we searched online and found Codepet and Dr. Diana Gersten, and she was beyond amazing. It is such a better experience to have your little loved one pass at home in their own bed and Dr. Diana was great with us. She gave us so much time to get Holly comfortable and give her some snacks and she was genuinely caring and interested in hearing stories about Holly and what made her so special. She allowed us to take our time and give Holly so much love as we said goodbye and she drifted off to sleep. Dr. Diana also gave us plenty of time to grieve as well. This was absolutely the best choice we could have made to say goodbye to our little girl Holly. Thank you Codapet and Dr. Diana Gersten for being there and making such an awful situation the best it could be.

codapet review
5.0
Oct 11 2025 by Greg G.
Review by Dr. Diana Gersten

Dr. Gersten was very sweet from the moment she waked it. It was clearly a somber moment and she was a true professional. She treated our dog with care and compassion and allowed for a smooth process.

codapet review
5.0
Sep 30 2024 by Tarun A.
Review by Tarun A.
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Dr. Diana Gersten is one of the most caring, kind and professional Vets you will ever meet. Our family can not thank her enough for helping guide us through the step by step end of life process for both of our 18 & 19 year old fur babies. It is never easy to make an end of life decision for your pet, but Dr. Gersten provides a thorough exam of your pet as soon as she arrives to your home and explains everything to you so that you know you are making a well informed decision for your pet. Dr. Gersten and Codapet provide the most compassionate and private end of life services for your pet family members. Thanks Dr. Gersten & Codapet.

codapet review
5.0
Dec 22 2024 by Robert G.
Review by Robert G.
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In the past two years we have lost both of our dearly loved pet cats to chronic Kidney disease. One was 16 years old, her brother, the second and more recent loss was 18 years. the euthanasia necessary to relieve suffering in their final days was an unwelcome but expected additional personal trauma. Their usual veterinarian's office was very familiar with the sister and brother cats and with our personal emotions, and suggested CodaPet, in the home euthanasia, as an option for Zorro. That is how we met Dr. Gersten. We made a home appointment so that the surroundings, the home, and our being able to hold and comfort Zorro would be possible. It is never easy to say goodbye no matter how necessary. Dr. Gersten was the very best , arriving at our home at the planned time, tending to our very ill cat, and for supporting my wife and I during that difficult time. Much better than a dash to a vets office amidst rush and confusion . She was also able to provide services for a cremation which was an added and ultimately highly appreciated service. My wife and I are very pleased with our experience and highly recommend Doctor Diana.

codapet review
5.0
Jan 07 2025 by Phillip S.
Review by Dr. Diana Gersten