Just got word that Dr. William Mandel, owner of Mandel Veterinary Hospital in Cleveland Heights, has expanded his practice back to Wickliffe Animal Hospital -- which, it should be noted, treats exotics, offers natural treatments and works with holistic practitioners.

Originally established in 1995 as "Mandel Veterinary Hospital," Wickliffe Animal Hospital was Mandel's first practice. He sold the practice in 2001 to help develop an all-exotic practice in Huntington Beach, California. But under the ownership of another veterinarian the Wickliffe practice closed two years ago.

Mandel recently worked out an arrangement with the property's owner allowing him to return with associate Dr. Kristen West. "I am so excited to be back in my old place," he said in a news release. He'll now split his time between Cleveland Heights and Wickliffe.

Wickliffe Animal Hospital, 30550 Euclid Ave., is open six days a week. Call 440-516-0000 to schedule an appointment in Wickliffe. For more information, visit www.mandelvet.com.

Welcome back to town, Dr. Mandel.

-- Sandra M. Klepach, SKlepach@News-Herald.com