Meet Our Team
LOCATIONSMeet the Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists team of veterinarians who deliver the most advanced emergency and critical care available, along with referral care for surgery and internal medicine, including cardiology, oncology, gastroenterology and endocrinology for dogs and cats. Our team of professionals has dedicated their lives to caring for you and your pet.
Amanda Abelson
DVM, DACVAA, DACVECC
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Daniel J. Adams, VMD
Surgeon
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Marcia Aubin, DVM, MS, DACVO
Ophthalmologist
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Elizabeth Austin, BVMS, MRCVS
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
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Daniel Beaver, DVM, DACVS
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H. Grady Bailin, DVM, DACVECC
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Julie Bennett, DVM, DACVS
Surgeon
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Anna Brandin, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
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Jean Betkowski, VMD, DACVIM
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Stephanie Clawson, CVT
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Gina Dinallo, DVM
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Anna Eissenova, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
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William B. Henry, DVM, DACVS
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Amanda Hill, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
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Robin Karfunkel, DVM
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Audrey Koid, DVM, DACVECC
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Jess Larivee
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Robyn Knights
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Jaekwon Lee, DVM
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Jill Marciello, LICSW
Veterinary Social Worker
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Carey Lowther, AVA
Emergency & Critical Care Assistant Nurse Manager
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Abigail Mariano, VMD, DACVS
Morgan Myrick, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
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Lianne Muir
Emergency & Critical Care Nurse Manager
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Emily Picciotto, DVM
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Joseph Polit, DVM
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Cait Pollard
Assistant Director of Customer Service (Dennis)
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Rebecca Quinn, DVM, DACVIM
Cardiologist
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Louisa Rahilly, DVM, DACVECC
Lauren Toleson, DVM, DACVECC
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Diane M. Turner-Murray, DVM
Director of Operations
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Karie Walton, VMD, DACVECC
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Emily Ulfelder, BVetMed, DACVS-SA
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Nedra Wilson, BVetMed, DACVR
Radiologist
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Josh Zuckerman, VMD, DACVS
Surgeon
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Stephanie Clawson, CVT
Director of Nursing
Stephanie grew up in northern Delaware. She started in the veterinary field as a veterinary assistant in 1999 at a general practice. Over time, in general practice, she learned about anesthesia, basic surgery, nursing skills, client care, and orthopedic surgery. In 2003 she started working in emergency medicine at a specialty and emergency hospital, where she eventually took on overnights as the lead nurse. After many years in emergency, she decided to go into Internal Medicine in 2014. Stephanie found passion in caring for chronic patients and building relationships with their owners, helping care for them during the ups and downs in their life journeys. Stephanie moved to Cape Cod in 2017 to work in the Internal Medicine department at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists. She fell in love with the area and knew she belonged here. In 2019 Stephanie accepted an opportunity as Director of Nursing at CCVS, where she enjoys caring for the staff. She lives on Cape with her two spicy cats and her lab mix that loves to chase waves and play ball on the beach.
Jaekwon Lee, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Intern
Dr. Jaekwon Lee grew up in Seoul, South Korea. He received his DVM degree from Seoul National University. Dr. Lee practiced for one year in Seoul at an emergency hospital before joining 1-year clinical training (PAVE) at the University of Missouri. Dr. Lee lives in Falmouth with his cats. When not working, he enjoys singing (mostly K-pop) and studying Far East international affairs.
Education:
- 2021: University of Missouri – Columbia, MO. PAVE ECE, College of Veterinary Medicine.
- 2021: Seoul National University – Seoul, South Korea. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine.
- 2011: Seoul National University – Seoul, South Korea. Pre-Veterinary Medicine Program, College of Natural Sciences.
Professional Experience:
- 2019-2020: General Practitioner, Dr. Goodpapa’s 24-hour Animal Medical Center – Seoul, South Korea
- 2011-2013: Staff Sergeant at Republic of Korea Air Force – Seoul, South Korea
William B. Henry, DVM, DACVS
Founder/ Visionary
Dr. Henry was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. From a very young age, he knew he wanted to be a veterinarian. Upon completion of his residency training requirement, he passed his specialty board examination which required specialty credentials and expertise in the diagnosis and management of surgical disease. At the time, he was one of two veterinarians outside of a university/teaching hospital to accomplish this goal.
With decades of experience in surgical care, teaching, research, and leadership, Dr. Henry was one of the country’s most prominent veterinary surgical specialists while practicing, and remains to be an important figure in the veterinary community. He has worked with referring veterinarians and pet owners in New England for over 50 years.
While skilled and experienced with virtually all aspects of veterinary surgical care, Dr. Henry’s primary interests and areas of expertise included the diagnosis, medical management and surgical treatment of lameness, management of hip dysplasia, spinal disease, ear disease, complicated fracture care and knee joint injuries.
Although Dr. Henry no longer practices, he remains a vital member of CCVS’s senior leadership team as a visionary and a key resource in networking with the veterinary community.
Read more about Dr. Henry and CCVS’s full story here.
Education:
- Ohio State University, Pre-Veterinary Medicine accelerated program, 1955-1957
- Ohio State University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cum Laude 1957-1961
- Internship, Angell Memorial Animal Hospital, 1961-1962
- Surgical Residency, Angell Memorial Animal Hospital, 1962-1965
- Director of Surgical Services, South Shore Veterinary Associates, 1965-1995
- Director Veterinary Services, Veterinary Centers of America, 1995-1996
- Associate Orthopedist Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, 1975-1994
- Clinical Professor of Surgery, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, 1980-1994
Board Certification:
- Board certified in surgery by examination, Diplomate American College of Veterinary Surgeons, 1968
- Elected President, American College Veterinary Surgeons, 1981
Areas of Expertise:
- Lameness: Diagnosis and medical and/or surgical management.
- PENN Hip Evaluation: For juvenile hip dysplasia and mature breeding dogs.
- Surgical Management of Hip Dysplasia: JPS surgery, TPO’s, FHO’s
- Spinal Disease: Intervertebral Disk Disease, Cervical, Thoracolumbar and Lumbo-sacral.
- Chronic Ear Disease: From tumors, chronic infection: Both middle and outer ear (TECA, Bullaosteotomy).
- Management of severe or complicated fractures of limbs, pelvis and spine.
- Correction of Hereditary Limb Abnormalities: Luxating patella and growth plate abnormalities and injuries.
- Knee Joint Injuries: ACL and PCL, meniscal injuries and multiple ligament injuries.
- Joint Cartilage Surface Injuries: Shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and tarsal.
- Head and Neck surgery: Jaw fractures, Mandivulectomy, Maxilectomy, Total ear ablation, Bullae Osteotomy, Stenotic Nares, Soft Palate Resection, Laryngeal Sacculectomy.
- Abdominal Surgery: Gastropexy, Intestinal, Uro-genital, Abdominal mass resection.
Daniel Beaver, DVM, DACVS
Senior Surgeon
Dr. Beaver is originally from Madison, Wisconsin. He received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Veterinary Medicine. After one year of internship at the University of Pennsylvania, he completed his surgical residency at the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2000, Dr. Beaver became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He was a surgeon at Affiliated Veterinary Specialists in Jacksonville, Florida for 5 years. During is his time in Florida, Dr. Beaver was directly involved with the training of Surgery Residency candidates in private practice. He then opened his own surgery practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, while his wife, Catherine completed her surgical residency training at LSU. Dr. Beaver has experience in orthopedic, cardiovascular, respiratory, neurologic, oncologic, reconstructive, urogenital, and gastrointestinal surgery. When he’s not working, Dr. Beaver enjoys horseback riding, playing his guitar, fishing, and sailing.
Education:
- 1985-1989: University of Wisconsin Bachelor of Arts – Journalism Madison, Wisconsin
- 1989-1995: University of Wisconsin Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Madison, Wisconsin
Professional Experience:
- 1995-1996: University of Pennsylvania, Rotating Internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Philadelphia, PA
- 1996-1999: University of Florida, Residency in Small Animal Surgery Gainesville, FL
- 1999-2004: Affiliated Veterinary Services, Staff Surgeon Jacksonville, FL Orthopedic, Soft Tissue, Neurosurgery
- 2004-2006: Chiron Veterinary Surgery Owner Baton Rouge, LA Mobile Veterinary Surgery Practice
- 2006: President, Baton Rouge Veterinary Med. Assn.
Board Certification:
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons (2000)
Publications:
- Beaver DP, et al: Risk factors affecting the outcome of surgery for atlantoaxial subluxation in dogs: (46 cases). JAVMA 216(7): 1104-1109, 2000.
- Beaver DP, et al: Subjective and objective evaluation of interfragmentary Kirschner wires as a component of SWP composite fixation for acetabular fractures in dogs. JAAHA 36(5): 456-462, 2000.
- Beaver DP, et al: Methylmethacrylate and bone screw repair of seventh lumbar vertebral fracture-luxations in dogs. J Small Anim Pract 37:381-6, 1996.
- Beaver DP, et al: Mineralized OCD cartilage flap mimicking supraspinatus tendon mineralization. VCOT 8:200-202, 1995.
Areas of Expertise:
- Arthroscopy: Minimally invasive joint surgery
- Lameness: Diagnosis and medical and/or surgical treatment
- Management of severe or complicated fractures of limbs, pelvis or spine
- Soft Tissue Surgery: Skin (including reconstructive surgery), ear nose and throat, cardiovascular, urogenital, respiratory, and gastrointestinal
- Knee Injuries: Cruciate ligament injuries, Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA), meniscus and multiple ligament injuries
- Oncologic Surgery
- Correction of Hereditary Limb Abnormalities: Luxating patella, hip dysplasia, angular limb deformities, and growth plate injuries
- Surgical treatment and management of hip dysplasia in young and older dogs
Abigail Mariano, VMD, DACVS
Emergency Surgeon/ Director of Emergency Surgery
Dr. Mariano received her Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris from the University of Pennsylvania in 2012, graduating magna cum laude. After that, she spent one year at the Animal Medical Center in New York City for an intensive internship in small animal medicine and surgery. She was then accepted to the competitive surgical residency at Tufts University, where she spent the next three years developing an expertise in soft tissue, neurologic, and orthopedic surgeries.
Dr. Mariano is passionate about emergency surgery. She oversees all after-hours emergency surgery as Director of Emergency Surgery. Dr. Mariano has a strong interest in minimally invasive techniques and has attended several human and veterinary training labs in addition to her experience at Tufts. She has recently undergone additional training in endoscopy, a less invasive alternative to surgery for certain conditions.
Dr. Mariano has several publications in veterinary journals on topics including renal transplantation in cats, bladder healing after stone removal, and TPLO (knee) surgeries in dogs.
Dr. Mariano is a native of Norwell, MA, and is thrilled to be back in the area with her husband, children, horse, dog, and three cats.
Education:
- 2002-2006: Dartmouth College, AB
- 2006-2008: Tufts University, Post-Baccalaureate
- 2008-2012: University of Pennsylvania, VMD, Magna Cum Laude
Professional Experience:
- 2018-present: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Director of Emergency Surgery
- 2016-present: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Surgeon
- 2016-2018: Boston Veterinary Specialists, Surgeon
- 2012-2016: Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Grafton, MA; Surgical Resident
- 2011-2012: Animal Medical Center, NYC, NY; Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Intern
- 2009-2012: Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society and Pennsylvania SPCA, Student Surgeon and Team Leader
- 2009, 2010, 2011: Rural Area Veterinary Service Trips (RAVS), WA and ND; Veterinary Student Volunteer
Board Certification:
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Areas of Interest:
- Emergency Surgery
Publications:
- Turner RC, Graham JE, Hahn S, Mariano A, McCarthy R. Infraorbital Keratin Cyst in an Umbrella Cockatoo (Cacatua alba). J Avian Med Surg. 2019 Jun 1;33(2):150-154.
- Mariano AD, Penninck DG, Sutherland-Smith J, Kudej RK. Ultrasonographic evaluation of the canine urinary bladder following cystotomy for treatment of urolithiasis. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2018 May 1;252(9):1090-1096.
- Mariano AD, Kowaleski MP, Boudrieau RJ. Novel TPLO Alignment Jig/Saw Guide Reproduces Freehand and Ideal Osteotomy Positions. PLoS One. 2016 Aug 24;11(8):e0161110.
- Raske M, McClaran JK, Mariano A. Short-term wound complications and predictive variables for complication after limb amputation in dogs and cats. J Small Anim Pract. 2015 Apr;56(4):247-52.
- Durham AC, Mariano AD, Holmes ES, Aronson L. Characterization of post transplantation lymphoma in feline renal transplant recipients. J Comp Pathol. 2014 Feb-Apr;150(2-3):162-8.
- Wormser C, Mariano A, Holmes ES, Aronson LR, Volk SW. Post-transplant malignant neoplasia associated with cyclosporine-based immunotherapy: prevalence, risk factors and survival in feline renal transplant recipients. Vet Comp Oncol. 2016 Dec;14(4):e126-e134.
Presentations:
- Diaphragmatic Hernias, Continuing Education Lecture. 2016
- Laryngeal Paralysis, Grand Rounds Presentation, 2016
- Perineal urethrostomy, Grand Rounds Presentation, 2015
- Mesenteric Volvulus, Grand Rounds Presentation, 2014
- Ureteral Stents, Grand Rounds Presentation, 2014
- Diaphragmatic Hernias, Grand Rounds Presentation, 2014
- Chylothorax, Grand Rounds Presentation, 2013
Professional Memberships:
- 2016-present American College of Veterinary Surgeons
- 2016-present Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery
- 2016-present American Veterinary Medical Association
- 2016-present Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association
Josh Zuckerman, VMD, DACVS
Surgeon
Dr. Zuckerman recieved his Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris from the University of Pennsylvania in 2013. He then went on to complete two internships: the first was a Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in New Jersey. The second was a Small Animal Surgical Internship at Dallas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center. After that, Dr. Zuckerman completed a competitive 3-year Small Animal Surgical residency program at the Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center in Pennsylvania. In 2019, Dr. Zuckerman became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
When he’s not in the operating room, Dr. Zuckerman enjoys playing guitar, fishing, and taking his dog to the beach.
Dr. Zuckerman is no stranger to Cape Cod. He has family here and actually began his veterinary career as a technician in our Dennis hospital!
Education:
- 2002-2006—Bates College, BA – English
- 2009-2013—University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, VMD
Professional Experience:
- 2013-2014—Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Internship, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls, NJ
- 2014-2015—Small Animal Surgical Internship, Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, Levittown, PA
- 2016-2018—Small Animal Surgery Residency, Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, Levittown, PA
Board Certification:
- 2019—Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Areas of Expertise:
- Orthopedic Surgery (fracture repair, musculoskeletal injuries)
- Oncologic Surgery
- Wound Management
- Upper & Lower Airway Surgery
- Abdominal Surgery
- Urogenital Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery (arthroscopic & laparoscopic procedures)
Publications:
- Zuckerman JS, Dyce J, Arruda AG, Kramer CM, Ben-Amotz, R. Fibular Osteotomy to Facilitate Proximal Tibial Rotation During Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy. Vet Surg. Accepted for publication June 2018.
Julie Bennett, DVM, DACVS
Surgeon
Dr. Bennett received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University here in Massachusetts. After graduation, she completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at West Los Angeles Medical Group. She then went on to complete her residency small animal surgery at The Animal Medical center in New York City. Dr. Bennett became a board-certified surgeon in 1995 and brings decades of experience as a surgeon, surgery director, and medical director to our team.
Dr. Bennett has a strong interest in minimally invasive procedures ranging including thoracoscopy (chest), and laparoscopy (abdomen). She has extensive experience with laparoscopic spays, liver biopsies, gastropexies, and thoracoscopic pericardiectomies. Dr. Bennett also has a strong interest in oncologic surgery and complicated wounds with reconstructive surgery.
When she’s not in the OR or working with her patients, Dr. Bennett enjoys skiing, sailing, playing ice hockey, golf, and tennis. She shares her home with four labs – Synergy, Vector, Gretzky, and Aruba and one cat named Zamboni.
Education:
- 1984-1988: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine
- 1980-1984: Bachelor of Science, Biology, Princeton University
Professional Experience:
- 2020-Present: Surgery Specialists, Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Buzzards Bay, MA
- 2001-2020: Chief of Staff, Surgery, New England Animal Medical Center, West Bridgewater, MA
- 1993-2001: Medical Director, Director of Surgery, VCA South Shore Animal Hospital, S. Weymouth, MA
- 1989-1992: Small Animal Surgery Resident, The Animal Medical Center, New York, NY
- 1988-1989: Intern (Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Rotating), West Los Angeles Medical Group, West Los Angeles, CA
Board Certification:
- 1995: Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Areas of Expertise:
- Lameness: Diagnosis and medical and/or surgical treatment
- Management of severe or complicated fractures of limbs, pelvis or spine
- Arthroscopic Surgery, Joint Cartilage Surface Injuries; elbow and knee
- Soft Tissue Surgery: Skin (including reconstructive surgery), ear nose and throat, cardiovascular, urogenital, respiratory, and gastrointestinal
- Knee Injuries: Cruciate ligament injuries, meniscus and multiple ligament injuries
- Oncologic Surgery
- Correction of Hereditary Limb Abnormalities: Luxating patellas, hip dysplasia, angular limb deformities, and growth plate injuries
- Surgical treatment and management of hip dysplasia in young and older dogs
- Wound management and Reconstructive surgery – skin flaps and grafts
- Minimally invasive Surgery
- Urogenital Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Airway Surgery
- Abdominal Surgery
- Emergency Surgical Procedures
- Neurologic Surgery
Areas of Special Interest:
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
° Thoracoscopy (chest)
° Laparoscopy (abdomen) - Oncologic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery for complicated wounds
Publications:
- Wallace J, Kapatkin AS, Manfra Maretta S: Dental composite for the fixation of mandibular fractures and luxations in 11 dogs and 6 cats. Vet Surg 1994; 23:190-194.
- Wallace J, Mullen HS, Lesser MB A technique for surgical correction of peritoneal pericardial diaphragmatic hernias in dogs and cats. Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association 1992; 28:503-510.
- Wallace J, Matthiesen DT, Patnaik, A: Hemimaxillectomy for the treatment of oral tumors in 69 dogs. Vet Surg 1992; 21:337-341.
- Davis EA, Townsend FI, Bennett JW, Takacs JD, Bloch CP: Comparison of Surgically Treated Large Versus Small Intestinal Volvulus (2009-2014). Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association 2016; 52:227-333.
- Lioce CG, Davis, EC, Bennett JW, Townsend FI, Bloch CP: Scalpel blade contamination and risk of postoperative surgical site infection following abdominal incisions in dogs. BMC Res Notes 2019; 12:459.
Louisa Rahilly, DVM, DACVECC
Emergency & Critical Care Specialist/ Chief of Staff
Dr. Louisa Rahilly grew up in upstate New York, Rochester. She received a bachelor of science in biology with a minor in philosophy from Boston College. After college, she mastered the art of working with felines in an all-cat practice in Boston before going to Tufts University for her veterinary medical degree. Following veterinary school, she completed a rotating internship at the University of Minnesota where she fell in love with emergency and critical care medicine. She then went on to the University of Pennsylvania to complete her residency in 2007. Dr. Rahilly came to CCVS after finishing her residency and helped to establish the emergency and critical care residency. Her goal was to bring an academic style of teaching to a busy, private practice environment in order to increase the standard of care in private practice. She has stayed at CCVS due to a love of the culture and the area. Dr. Rahilly lives in Plymouth with her family. She enjoys reading, cooking, triathlon-related exercise, and watching the sunrise.
Education:
- 1994-1998: Boston College, Bachelor of Science- Biology and Philosophy, Chestnut Hill, MA
- 1999-2003: Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Specialty Training:
- 2003-2004: University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center Rotating internship in small animal medicine and Surgery St. Paul, MN
- 2004-2007: University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine Residency in small animal emergency and critical care Philadelphia, PA
Board Certification:
- 2007: Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Areas of Expertise:
- Sepsis/SIRS
- Fluid therapy in critically ill animals
- Managing multiple metabolic diseases concurrently
- Respiratory disease
- Shock and Stabilization
- Mechanical ventilation
- Chronic gastrointestinal disorders
- Endoscopic foreign body retrieval
Publications:
Original Peer-reviewed Papers in Refereed Journals
- Rahilly LJ, Keating JH and O’Toole TE. The use of Intravenous Human Immunoglobulin in treatment of Severe Pemphigus Foliaceus in a dog. J Vet Intern Med. 2006; 20: 1483-1486.
- Rahilly LJ, Waddell LS. Placement of an Abdominal Wrap to Control Hemodynamics. NAVC Clinician’s Brief December, 2009.
- Alberto L. Fernandez, DVM; Justine A. Lee, DVM, DACVECC; Louisa Rahilly, DVM, DACVECC; Ahna Brutlag, DVM; Lynn Hovda, DVM, RPh, MS, DACVIM; Kristin Engebretsen, PharmD, DABAT. The use of intravenous lipid emulsions as an antidote in toxicology: a review. J Vet Emergency and Crit Care. In Press.
- Heidi M Schulze, Louisa J Rahilly. Aspiration pneumonia in dogs: treatment, monitoring, and prognosis. Compend Contin Educ Vet. 2012 December; 34(12): E1.
- Katherine F Smith, Rebecca L Quinn, Louisa J Rahilly. Biomarkers for differentiation of causes of respiratory distress in dogs and cats: Part 1 – Cardiac diseases and pulmonary hypertension. J Vet Emerg Crit Care. 2015 May-Jun: 25(3): 311-29
- Katherine F Smith, Rebecca L Quinn, Louisa J Rahilly. Biomarkers for differentiation of causes of respiratory distress in dogs and cats: Part 2 – Lower airway, thromboembolic and inflammatory diseases. J Vet Emerg Crit Care. 2015 May-Jun: 25(3): 330-348.
- Lauren E Toleson, Amy Tamulevicus, Louisa Rahilly. Diabetes mellitus and anterior uveitis secondary to the systemic effects of a functional adrenal tumour in a cat. Vet Rec Case Rep. 2020 October; 8(4): 1080.
- Manju Kunchur, Teri Mauch, Max Parkanzky, Louisa Rahilly. Renal Tubular Acidosis: A Pathophysiology and Literature Review. In Press.
Book Chapters
- Rahilly LJ, Mandell DC. Methemoglobinemia. In Silverstein D and Hopper K Eds. Saunder’s Manual of Critical Care Medicine for Dogs and Cats 2nd Ed. St. Louis, MO; Elsevier; 2015: 580-585.
- Rahilly LJ. Electrolyte Evaluation. In Burkitt J Ed. Advanced Nursing and Monitoring Techniques for Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care 1st Ed. Ames, IA; Blackwell Publishing; 2012: 637-650.
- Alberto Fernandez and Louisa Rahilly. Actinomycosis and Nocardiosis. In Clinical Veterinary Advisor; 2nd Ed. 2011: 26-28.
- Rahilly LJ, Mandell DC. Carbon Monoxide Toxicity. In Silverstein D and Hopper K Eds. Saunder’s Manual of Critical Care Medicine for Dogs and Cats 1st Ed. St. Louis, MO; Elsevier; 2009: 369-373.
Awards & Honors:
- 2003 Small Animal Proficiency Award sponsored by Legacy Pharmacia, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, MA.
- 2003 American Animal Hospital Association Award: Senior Student Award for Outstanding Achievement, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, MA.
- 2003 Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine Academic Excellence Award, Class 2003, North Grafton, MA.
- 2002/ Inductee of Phi Zeta Veterinary Honor Society, Tufts University School of
- 2003 Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, MA.
Audrey Koid, DVM, DACVECC
Emergency & Critical Care Specialist
Dr. Audrey Koid grew up in Malaysia and moved to the United States for her undergraduate studies. She received her bachelor of arts in biology from Franklin & Marshall college and her doctor of veterinary medicine degree from Tufts University. After graduation, she completed a small animal rotating internship as well as a residency in emergency and critical care at Angell Animal Medical Center. Dr Koid became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care in 2021. She joined CCVS in October 2021. When she is not working, she enjoys reading, hiking, playing ultimate frisbee and hanging out with her boys (one husband and three dogs).
Education:
- 2009: BA Biological Sciences with a minor in Music, Franklin & Marshall College
- 2017: Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Professional Experience:
- 2009: Charlottesville Cat Care Clinic, Charlottesville, VA. Veterinary Assistant.
- 2009-2013: INDOOR Biotechnologies, Inc, Biotechnology Research and Development Specialist, Charlottesville, VA. Laboratory Technician.
- 2014-2016: Foster Hospital for Small Animals, Emergency and Critical Care Department, North Grafton, MA. Student Veterinary Technician.
- 2017-2018: Angell Animal Medical Center, Jamaica Plain, MA. Rotating Intern.
- 2018-2021: Angell Animal Medical Center, Jamaica Plain, MA. Emergency and Critical Care Resident.
- 2021-Current: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Emergency and Critical Care Department, Buzzards Bay, MA. Criticalist
Publications:
- Koid, A.E., Lane W.G., Krein S., Sinnott-Stutzman, V., Bracker, K. Ultrasonic Doppler-guided catheterization of the dorsal pedal artery in dogs and cats under general anesthesia. J Vet Emerg Crit Care. 2021 Dec 14. Epub ahead of print.
- Koid A., Chapman M.D., Hamilton R.G., van Ree R., Versteeg S., Dreskin S., Koppelman, S.J. Wünschmann S. Ara h 6 Complements Ara h 2 as an Important Marker for IgE Reactivity to Peanut. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 2014;62(1):206-13.
- Blaser R.E., Koid A., Poliner R.M. Context-dependent sensitization to ethanol in zebrafish (Danio rerio). Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior. 2010;95(3):278-84.
Presentations:
- 2020 – Koid, A.E., Lane W.G., Krein S., Sinnott-Stutzman, V., Bracker, K. Ultrasonic Doppler-guided catheterization of the dorsal pedal artery in dogs and cats under general anesthesia. Oral abstract presentation at the Twenty-sixth International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium.
- 2012 – Wünschmann S., Koid A.E., Nandy A., Augustin S., Reese G., Lohman J., King E.M., Chapman M.D. Isoallergen distribution, IgE and monoclonal antibody reactivity of purified natural Amb a 1. Poster presentation at the Annual Congress of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
- Glesner J., Wünschmann S., Koid A., Mueller G.A., Pedersen L.C., Chapman M.D., Pomes A. Monoclonal Antibodies for Defining Conformational Epitopes in Ara h 2 and Ara h 6. Poster presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
- 2011 Koid A.E., Chapman M.D., Hamiton R.G., Wünschmann S. Purified Natural Ara h 6: An Important Marker for IgE Responses to Peanut. Poster presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and at the Annual Congress of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
- Wünschmann S., Brooks B.P., Koid A.E., Ichikawa K., Chapman M.D. Monoclonal Antibody and IgE Binding to Purified Natural Cry j 1. Poster presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology.
Awards & Honors:
- Marshall Scholar
- Dana Scholar
- Huffnagle Scholar
- Honor’s List: Fall 2005, Spring 2006, Fall 2007, Spring & Fall 2008
- Dean’s List: Fall 2006, Spring 2007, Spring 2009
- Member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
- Phi Zeta Veterinary Honor Society
- Honus Civicus Society
Karie Walton, VMD, DACVECC
Emergency & Critical Care Specialist/ Medical Director
Dr. Karie Walton grew up outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and obtained her veterinary degree from University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2012. After graduation, Dr. Walton completed a rotating internship with VCA in Delaware followed by a residency in emergency and critical care here at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists in 2016. After completing her residency, she joined our team as Criticalist. She is also now our Director of Nurse Training and the Director of our Residency Program. Dr. Walton became a board certified Criticalist in 2017. When she is not at work, Dr. Walton enjoys reading, hiking, cooking, playing board games, traveling, and spending time with her family (which includes two older canines).
Education:
- 2008: BS Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology, Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences and Pennoni Honors College
- 2012: Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine
- 2012-2013: Small Animal Rotating Internship, VCA Newark in Delaware
- 2013-2016: Residency in Emergency and Critical Care, Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists Buzzards Bay, MA
Professional Experience:
- 2005: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals, Collegeville, PA. Assistant Scientist
- 2006: Centocor Research and Development Inc, Wayne, PA. Assistant Scientist.
- 2007-2011: Animal Critical Care Specialty Group at Veterinary Referral Center, Malvern, PA. ES/ICU Nursing Assistant.
- 2012-2013: VCA Newark, Newark, DE. Veterinary Intern.
- 2013-2016: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Buzzards Bay, MA. Resident/ Chief Resident in emergency and critical care
- 2016-Current: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Buzzards Bay, MA. Criticalist and Director of Nurse Training
Board Certification:
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (2017)
Research:
- Reineke E, Walton K, and Otto C. Evaluation of an oral electrolyte solution for treatment of mild to moderate dehydration in dogs with hemorrhagic diarrhea. JAVMA 2013:243(6) p 851-857.
- Walton K and Otto CM. Feline Rodenticide Exposure: To Perform Gastrointestinal Decontamination or Not. Poster session presented at: the 18th International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium; 2012 Sep 8-12;
- San Antonio, TX. (Pending publication)
Awards & Honors:
- 2003-2008 AJ Drexel Academic Scholarship
- 2004 Dean’s Award for Outstanding Academic Performance as a Freshman
- 2008 Senior First Honors in Biological Science
- 2014 BlackwellKing’s Critical Care Resident of the Year
- 2015 Chief Resident at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists
Lauren Toleson, DVM, DACVECC
Emergency & Critical Care Specialist/ Medical Director (Dennis)/ Internship Director
Dr. Toleson is a Massachusetts native and received her Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Toleson then attended the University of Minnesota, where she completed her veterinary medicine degree. She completed a rotating internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Connecticut before joining CCVS in 2016 to train further in emergency and critical care medicine. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her cats, dogs, and chickens, hiking, gardening, and spending time at the beach!
Education:
- 2011-2015: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota
- 2004-2008: B.S. Animal Science, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Areas of Interest:
- Emergency and Critical Care medicine
- Canine/Feline Medicine and Surgery
- Pain management
Professional Experience
- 2020-present: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Medical Director
- 2020-present: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Internship Director
- 2017-2020: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Resident, Emergency and Critical Care (Chief resident 2018-2020)
- 2016-2017: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Intern, Emergency and Critical Care
- 2015-2016: Pieper Memorial Veterinary Hospital, Intern, Small Animal Rotating
- 2011-2013: University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center, Customer Contact Center Representative
- 2012-2013: Veterinary Treatment Outreach for Urban Community Health (VeTOUCH), Veterinary Student Volunteer
- 2008-2011: Windy Hollow Veterinary Clinic, Veterinary Technician
- 2005-2007: University of Massachusetts Amherst, BSL-3 Laboratory – Brucella spp., Student Researcher
Publications:
- Toleson LE, Tamulevicus A, Rahilly L. Diabetes mellitus and anterior uveitis secondary to the
systemic effects of a functional adrenal tumour in a cat. Vet Rec Case Rep. 2020;8(4)
Presentations:
- Antibiotics. Mezza Luna series. Buzzards Bay, MA. 2022.
- Addison’s Disease. Mezza Luna series. Buzzards Bay, MA. 2017.
Professional Memberships:
- 2021-present IVAPM
- 2020-present Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association
- 2020-present American Animal Hospital Association
- 2013-present Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
- 2011-present American Veterinary Medical Association
- 2011-2015 American Animal Hospital Association
- 2011-2014 Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association
H. Grady Bailin, DVM, DACVECC
Emegency & Critical Care Specialist
Bio coming soon!
Amanda Abelson, DVM, DACVAA, DACVECC
Anesthesiologist
Dr. Abelson grew up in Massachusetts in a home that was always full of pets. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from The Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. She then completed an internship at Tufts, followed by a dual residency in Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia as well as Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care. Dr. Abelson is board certified in both specialties. After completion of her residencies, Dr. Abelson worked as an assistant professor at Tufts until she joined CCVS in October 2021. Dr. Abelson has a particular interest in the perioperative care of critically ill patients. When she is not at work, Dr. Abelson enjoys spending time with her family, watching soccer, and walking on the beach.
Education:
- 2007-2011: Certificate of ECC Residency, Tufts University
- 2006-2010: Certificate of Anesthesia Residency, Tufts University
- 2005-2006: Certificate of Anesthesia Internship, Tufts University
- 2001-2005: Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University
- 1994-1998: BA Biology Cum Laude, Bowdoin College
Licensure:
- Massachusetts State License
Professional Experience:
- 2021-Current: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists , Anesthesiologist
- 2016-2021: Department of Clinical Sciences, TCSVM, Anesthesia Section Head
- 2015-2020: Department of Clinical Sciences, TCSVM, Anesthesia Residency Director
- 2014-Current: Department of Clinical Sciences, TCSVM, Assistant Professor, Emergency & Critical Care/Anesthesia
- 2012-2014: Department of Clinical Sciences, TCSVM, Clinical Instructor Emergency & Critical Care/Anesthesia
- 2011-2012: Small Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Florida, Clinical Lecturer Emergency & Critical Care
- 2006-2011: Department of Clinical Sciences, TCSVM, Anesthesia & Emergency Critical Care Resident
- 2005-2006: Department of Clinical Sciences, TCSVM, Anesthesia Intern
- 2005: Commonwealth Veterinary Hospital, Newton, MA, Relief Veterinarian
- 2005: Animal Emergency Center, Glendale, WI, Emergency and Critical Care Intern
- Natick Animal Hospital, Natick, MA, Veterinary Technician
- 2002-2004: Department of Clinical Sciences, TCSVM, Student Large Animal Veterinary Technician
- 2000-2001: Commonwealth Veterinary Hospital, Newton MA, Veterinary Technician
Publications:
- Wheeler EP, Rozanski EA, Wetmore EA, Jenei T, Abelson AL, Anesthesia Case of the Month. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2020 Oct; 255(3), 305-308.
- Reader R, McCarthy R, Schultz K, Volturo BA, Barton B, O’Hara M, Abelson AL, Comparison of liposomal bupivacaine or 0.5% bupivacaine for control of postoperative pain in dogs undergoing tibial plateau leveling osteotomy. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2020 May; 256(9):951-1046.
- Costa R, Abelson AL, Lindsey J, Wetmore L, Postoperative regurgitation in brachycephalic dogs undergoing airway surgery before and after implementation of a standardized anesthetic protocol. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2020 Apr; 256(8):841-933.
- Greenway C, Rozanski E, Johnson K, Cornejo L, Abelson A, Robinson N.Fatal hemoptysis after bronchoscopic biopsy in a dog. J Vet Int Med. 2019 Nov; 33(6):2718-2724.
- Sahagian M, Costa R, Abelson AL, Anesthesia Case of the Month. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2019 Aug; 255(3), 305-308.
- Reader R, McCarthy R, Schultz K, Volturo BA, Barton B, O’Hara M, Abelson AL, Comparison of liposomal bupivacaine or 0.5% bupivacaine for control of postoperative pain in dogs undergoing tibial plateau leveling osteotomy. J Am Vet Med Assoc. In Press.
- Reader R, Barton B, Abelson AL, Comparison of two intramuscular sedation protocols on sedation, recovery, and ease of venipuncture for cats undergoing blood donation. J Feline Med Surg. 2019 Feb; 21(2) 95-102
- Allukian, A, Abelson AL, Babyak J, Rozanski EA, Comparison of time to obtain intra-osseous versus jugular venous catheterization on dog cadavers. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. 2017 Aug; 27 (5), 506-511.
- Crane C, Rozanski EA, Abelson AL, De LaForcade A. Severe brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome is associated with hypercoagulability in dogs. Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation. 2017 29(4):570-573.
- Roderick K, Abelson AL, Nielsen L, Price L, Quinn R. Evaluation of red cell distribution width as a prognostic indication in cats with acquired heart disease, with and without congestive heart failure. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 2016 May 25.
- Cummings KA, Abelson AL, Rozanski EA, Sharp CS. The effect of storage on ammonia, cytokine, and chemokine concentrations in feline whole blood. JVECC, in press.
- Abelson AL, Buckley G, Rozanski EA. Positive impact of an emergency department protocol on time to antibiotic administration in dogs with septic peritonitis. JVECC 23(5):551-556. 2013.
- Abelson AL, O’Toole TE, Johnston A, Respess M, de Laforcade AM. Hypoperfusion and acute traumatic coagulopathy in severely traumatized canine patients. JVECC 23(4):395-401. 2013.
- Abelson AL, Lindsey J, Chan E, Wetmore LA. A comparison of epidural morphine with low dose bupivacaine versus epidural morphine alone on motor function in dogs following splenectomy –Vet Anesth and Analg. 38(3):213-223. 2011.
- Abelson AL, McCobb EC, Shaw SP, Armitage-Chan E, Wetmore LA, Karas AZ, Blaze CA. Use of wound soaker catheters for the administration of local anesthetic for post-operative analgesia: 56 cases. Vet Anesth and Analg 36(6):597-602. 2009.
- Abelson AL, Shelton GD, Whelan MF, Cornejo L, Shaw SP, O’Toole TE. Use of mycophenolate mofetil as a rescue agent in the treatment of severe generalized myasthenia gravis in three dogs. JVECC 19 (4):369-374. 2009.
- Abelson AL, Faissler D, Karas AZ. Anesthesia Case of the Month. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 232(9):1298-300. 2008.
- Abelson AL, Blaze CA, McCobb EC, Wetmore LA, Karas AZ, Chan EA, Shaw SP. Use of a wound soaker catheter for the administration of local anesthetic for post-operative analgesia: 56 Cases. JVECC 17(3), p. S1 2007.
- Abelson, AL, O’Toole TE, Paul AL, Shaw SP, Evaluation of Bacteremia in Dogs: 25 Cases. Abstract. JVECC 15(3), p S1. 2005.
Book Chapters:
- Allukian A, Abelson A. Intraosseous Catheters, in Textbook of Small Animal Emergency, Drobatz, Hopper, Rozanski, Silverstein., Willey 1169-1172, 2018.
- Reader, R, Abelson A. Anesthetic Concerns and Protocols for Common Conditions, in Textbook of Small Animal Emergency, Drobatz, Hopper, Rozanski, Silverstein., Willey 1231-1238, 2018.
Awards & Honors:
- 2001 Veterinary Scholarship Trust of New England Resident Award
- 2010 Veterinary Scholarship Trust of New England Resident Award
- 2005-Current Phi Zeta Honor Society, TCSVM, 2005 – present
- 2005 Academic Achievement Award, TCSVM
- 2005 Jeff Proulx Memorial Award, excellence in Emergency and Critical Care, TCSVM
Diane M. Turner-Murray, DVM
Director of Operations
Dr. Turner-Murray received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1993 from the University of Minnesota. Following graduation, Dr. Turner-Murray worked as a mixed animal practitioner in northern Maine treating both large and small animals. She returned to Massachusetts in 1995 and joined a small animal exclusive practice as a general practitioner. She joined the CCVS team in 2001. Now as the Director of Operations, Dr Turner-Murray brings the skills she acquired while working directly with clients to the daily operations of CCVS. In her spare time, she enjoys walking, hiking, and spending time with her family.
Anna Brandin, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Dr. Brandin grew up in Lexington, MA. After completing undergraduate school at the University of Connecticut in 2007, she graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2011. She went on to complete a small animal internship at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital in Colorado focusing on emergency medicine before returning home to MA and joining Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists in 2013.
Emily Picciotto, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care, Veterinarian/ Supervisor
Dr. Picciotto grew up on the South Shore in Weymouth, MA. She graduated from Middlebury College in Vermont and later received her veterinary degree from Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. She then went back to Vermont to complete a rotating small animal internship at the only 24-hour specialty and emergency practice in the state. She is happy to be back in Massachusetts near family and the ocean.
Anna Eissenova, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Dr. Anna Eissenova earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University in 2010. She then went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in Grafton, MA. Following graduation, Dr. Eissenova completed a rotating internship at the Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Eissenova joined the Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists Team in 2018.
Morgan Myrick, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Bio coming soon!
Elizabeth Austin, BVMS, MRCVS
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Dr. Elizabeth Austin grew up in Needham, MA. She received her bachelors of science in biology with a pre-veterinary focus at Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA, followed by her veterinary degree at the University of Glasgow, in Glasgow, Scotland, UK. After graduation she completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at VCA South Shore in Weymouth, MA. She then pursued specialty training experience with an Emergency and Critical Care internship at Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists – a level 1 trauma center in Milwaukee, WI, before joining CCVS as an associates veterinarian.
Outside of work, Dr. Austin enjoys spending time with her rescue pup Crackle, volunteering with local marine animal and wildlife rescue groups, volunteering with national veterinary disaster response teams, hiking and exploring local beaches.
EDUCATION:
- Class of 2019 – University of Glasgow School of Veterinary Medicine
- Class of 2014 – Dickinson College, Bachelor of Science, Biology
SMALL ANIMAL ECC & SPECIALTY CARE TRAINING:
- 2020 – 2021 – Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists
- 2020 – 2021 – VECCS Certified Level I Facility, VetCOT Trauma Initiative Facility
- 2019 – 2020 – VCA South Shore – Weymouth, MA, USA
- 2018 – 2019 – Rotating Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship University of Glasgow
- 2018 – Pet Medics – Manchester, England, UK, Externship: Emergency and critical care
- 2017 – MSPCA Angell Animal Medical Centre
- 2017 – ASPCA Forensic Veterinary Medicine
- 2015-2016 – Boston West Veterinary Referral Hospital
SMALL ANIMAL PRIMARY CARE AND SHELTER MEDICINE TRAINING:
- 2019 – People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA)
- 2019 Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA)
- 2017, 2018 ASPCA Field Investigations & Response (FIR) Deployment
- 2017 Compassionate Care Vet Clinic
- 2014 Furry Friends Network
- 2011 Highland Animal Hospital
OTHER CLINICAL EXPERIENCES:
- 2019, 2007 – 2012 – New England Wildlife Centre
- 2019 – Weipers Center Equine Hospital
- 2019- Avondale Veterinary Group
- 2018 – Scottish Centre for Production Animal Health & Food Safet
- 2018 – Clyde Veterinary Group
- 2016 – ASPCA FIR Deployment
- 2016 – Roxbury Animal Clinic
- 2012 – New England Aquarium Rescue and Rehabilitation
RESEARCH & PRESENTATIONS:
- 2013 – Whale and Dolphin Conservation, Research Internship
ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & COURSES:
- 2018 – British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) Marine Mammal Medic Veterinary Responder Certificate
- 2016 – ASPCA Field Investigations and Response (FIR) Training Modules Disaster Response
- 2016 – FEMA Emergency Management Institute – Incident Command System and National Incident Management System
- 2012 – University of East Anglia
- 2012 – SSI Open Water and Dry Suit SCUBA Certification
- 2009 – Cornell University – Captive Raptor Management with Lab
SECONDARY LANGUAGES:
- Spanish (Intermediate, Competent)
- American Sign Language (Beginner)
Robin Karfunkel, DVM
Urgent Care Veterinarian
Dr. Robin Karfunkel grew up in Andover, Massachusetts, north of Boston. She received her bachelor of arts degree in neuroscience from Bates College in Lewiston, Maine. After graduation, she worked as a cardiology technician at Angell Animal Medical Center before receiving her doctor of veterinary medicine degree from Tufts University. Following graduation, she completed a small animal rotating internship at VCA Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, Maryland. She continued to work as an emergency veterinary associate at VCA VRA before moving to New York, where she worked at a busy emergency referral hospital before joining Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists in April 2021. Dr. Karfunkel lives in Plymouth, and when not working, she enjoys reading, exploring the trails around her house, and spending time with friends and family.
Education:
- 2008-2013: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Grafton, MA
- 2001-2005: Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Neuroscience. Bates College, Lewiston, ME
Professional Experience:
- April 2021 – current: Associate Urgent Care Veterinarian, Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists
- 2020-2021: Ad Locum Primary Care Veterinarian, VCA Plymouth Animal Hospital
- 2016-2019: Associate Emergency Veterinarian, Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital
- 2014-2016: Associate Emergency Veterinarian, VCA Veterinary Referral Associates
- 2013-2014: Small Animal Rotating Intern, VCA Veterinary Referral Associates
- 2005-2008: Cardiology Specialty Veterinary Technician, Angel Animal Medical Center
Licensure:
- Active Massachusetts veterinary license to practice veterinary medicine
- Active Federal DEA license and Massachusetts
- Active Massachusetts MCSR
Joseph Polit, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Dr. Polit grew up in Long Island, New York. He received his bachelor degree from Farmingdale State College and his doctor of veterinary medicine degree from St. Georges University. After graduation, he went and completed a rotating internship with VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in New York. He then went on and completed two surgical internships with Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialist in Maryland and BluePearl Pet Hospital in Virginia. Dr. Polit lives in Plymouth with his dog named Congo and his cat named Twizzler. When not working- he enjoys traveling, working out, and going to the beach.
Education:
- 2014-2018: St. George’s University, DVM
- 2017-2018: Farmingdale State College, College of Veterinary Medicine – Clinical Fourth Year
- 2009-2013: Farmingdale State College, Bachelor of Science, BS
Professional Experience:
2018-2021: Internships
- VCA Veterinary Referral Emergency Center of Westbury, Small animal general rotating internship
- Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialist, Small animal surgical internship
- Blue Pearl Pet Hospital of Richmond, Small animal surgical internship
2017-2019: Externships
- Animal Specialty Center of Yonkers, Observed/assisted in small animal soft tissue/orthopedic surgery under Dr. Baron, DVM, DACVS, Dr. Raske, DVM, DACVS, and Dr. Grossbard, DVM, DACVS
- Long Island Veterinary Specialist, Observed/assisted in small animal soft tissue surgery under Dr. Loughin, DVM, Dip. ACVS,
Dip. ACCT - Animal Medical Center of New York, Observed/assisted in small animal orthopedic surgery under Dr. Hart, DVM, DACVS, Director of Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgery
- Palm Beach Equine Clinic, Observed/assisted in large Animal Surgery with an emphasis in equine under Dr. Davis,
DVM, DACVS - 2008-2016:Port Washington Animal Hospital, Veterinary Assistant
Publications:
- Polit, J.A., Moore, E.V. & Epperson, E. Primary Ureteral Hemangiosarcoma in a dog. BMC Vet
Res 16, 386 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-020-02609-8 - Polit J, Mitterman L, Bergman P. Comparison of intra-nasal, rectal, and esophageal temperatures in canines undergoing abdominal surgery. Pending submission
Gina Dinallo, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Resident
Dr. Gina Dinallo grew up in nearby Connecticut. She received her bachelor of science in biology from Trinity College, followed by her doctor of veterinary medicine degree from Cornell University. After graduation she moved to Northern Virginia for her rotating internship, completing the year at Regional Veterinary Referral Center. Following her intern year Dr. Dinallo moved home to New England, spending a year as an ER associate in New Hampshire before finding her way to CCVS. She started with our hospital as an ER associate, then made the transition to our emergency and critical care residency to further pursue her interest in the specialty. She is particularly interested in trauma medicine and canine athletes. Dr. Dinallo lives with her wonderful dogs Darwin and Sebastian, and spends as much time as possible outside being active with them. Some of their favorite activities together include trail running, hiking, mountain biking, paddle boarding, and snowboarding.
Jean Betkowski, VMD, DACVIM
Cardiologist
Dr. Betkowski earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania’s College of Arts and Sciences in 1986, and her VMD, magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. She completed her internship at AMC in New York in 1992 and her Cardiology Residency at Tufts in 1998. Dr. Betkowski was admitted to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine with subspecialty of Cardiology in 1998.
Board Certification:
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (1998)
At this time, cardiology services are only available in our Dennis hospital.
Rebecca Quinn, DVM, DACVIM
Cardiologist
Dr. Quinn received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University in 2005 and then went on to complete a small animal rotating internship at the Veterinary Referral Center & ER Center of Connecticut. She completed her residency in Small Animal Internal Medicine at Texas A&M University in 2009 and her residency in Cardiology at Angell Animal Medical Center in 2012. Dr. Quinn is board certified in both Cardiology and Internal Medicine and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our talented team of specialists.
Dr. Quinn has a special interest in medical management of cardiac disease and is well versed in the management of the two most common cardiac diseases in cats and dogs, valvular heart disease, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. In addition, Dr. Quinn is particularly interested in geriatric patients or those patients with cardiac disease complicated by other chronic illnesses. Specifically, feline patients with heart disease in combination with diabetes mellitus or hyperthyroidism, patients with cardiorenal syndrome (both heart disease and kidney disease), arrhythmias secondary to no-cardiac medical conditions, and pulmonary hypertension secondary to severe cardiac disease. Whether it be mild or severe, Dr. Quinn understands chronic illness is often challenging for patients as well as their families. Getting to know patients by long-term management of their medical conditions allows for a better understanding of the patient and the needs of their families.
Dr. Quinn is an Illinois native but now calls Massachusetts home. She splits her time between Boston and the Cape Cod area, enjoying all the incredible things both locations have to offer. She shares her home with three cats, Vesta Lee, Vedandi Love, and Bronco William.
Education:
- 2009-2012: Angell Animal Medical Center, Cardiology Residency
- 2006-2009: Texas A&M University, Small Animal Internal Medicine Residency
- 2005-2006: Veterinary Referral & ER Center of CT, Small Animal Internship
- 2001-2005: Tufts University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- 1996-2000: Bates College, Bachelors of Science, Biology & Biological Chemistry
Professional Experience:
- 2020-Present: Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Staff Cardiologist
- 2020- Present: Oncura Partners, Teleconsultant
- 2019-Present: Chinese School for Advanced Studies, Lecturer, Instructor
- 2019-Present: Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, Teleconsultant
- 2014-Present: New England Aquarium, Cardiology & Internal Medicine Consultant
- 2014: Universal Imaging, Lecturer
- 2012-2020: Angell Animal Medical Center, Staff Cardiologist, Internist
Board Certification:
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Cardiology (2013)
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, SAIM (2009)
Areas of Expertise:
- Medical Management of Acquired Cardiac Disease
- Chronic degenerative valve disease
- Dilated cardiomyopathy
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- Restrictive cardiomyopathy
- Unclassified cardiomyopathy
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Systemic hypertension
- Arrhythmias
- Congestive heart failure
Areas of Special Interest:
- Medical Management of Cardiac Disease
- Valvular Heart Disease
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Geriatric Patients with Cardiac Disease complicated by other chronic illnesses
- Feline patients with heart disease in combination with diabetes mellitus or hyperthyroidism
- Patients with cardiorenal syndrome (both heart disease and kidney disease)
- Arrhythmias secondary to no-cardiac medical conditions
- Pulmonary hypertension secondary to severe cardiac disease
Publications:
- Oranges M, Lindholm J, Quinn R. ECG of the month. Accepted by Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 2020; publication date pending.
- Zarin J, Quinn R (2019). ECG of the Month. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. 254(10): 1159 – 1161.
- Quinn RL (2019). Pulmonary Hypertension: A Review. In: Drobatz K, Rozanski E, Silverstein D, Hopper K, editors. The Textbook of Small Animal Emergency Medicine 1st edition. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons, pp 372 – 379
- Quinn R (2018). The effect of diabetes on feline cardiac function. Clinician’s Brief (From Page to Patient). 5(1): 41
- Quinn R (2017). Measuring blood pressure in cats. Clinician’s Brief (From Page to Patient). 4(9): 56 – 57.
- Quinn RL (2017). Losartan. Clinician’s Brief (Therapeutic Snapshots). 4(2): 46 – 49.
- Roderick K, Abelson AA, Nielsen L, Price LL, Quinn RL (2017). Evaluation of red cell distribution width as a prognostic indicator in cats with acquired heart disease, with and without congestive heart failure. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. 19(6): 648 – 656.
- Peck C, Nielsen L, Quinn RL, Laste NJ, Price L (2016). Retrospective evaluation of the incidence and prognostic significance of spontaneous echocardiographic contrast in relation to cardiac disease and congestive heart failure in cats: 725 cases. Journal of Veterinary ECC. 26(5): 704 – 712.
- Smith K, Rahilly L, Quinn RL (2015). Biomarkers for differentiation of causes of respiratory distress in dogs and cats: Part 1 Cardiac diseases and pulmonary hypertension. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. 25(3): 311– 329.
- Smith K, Rahilly L, Quinn RL (2015). Biomarkers for differentiation of causes of respiratory distress in dogs and cats: Part 2 Lower airway, thromboembolic, and inflammatory diseases. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. 25(3): 330 – 348.
- Hogan K, Quinn RL (2015). ECG of the Month. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. 246(8): 843 – 845.
- Simone-Freilicher E, Sullivan P, Quinn R, et al. (2015). Two cases of congestive heart failure in lizards. In: Baer CK, editor. Proc 1st Exoticscon Conference. Weatherford (TX): Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV); p. 505 – 509.
- Fulks M, Quinn RL, Mouser P, Stiles C (2012). A challenging case: Endocarditis in a Boston terrier. Veterinary Medicine. 107(6): 264 – 269.
- Quinn RL, Williams JG (2011). Canine pulmonary hypertension: Diagnosis and treatment. Veterinary Medicine. 106(9): 460 – 470.
- Quinn RL, Williams JG (2011). Canine pulmonary hypertension: An in-depth review of its pathophysiology and classifications. Veterinary Medicine. 106(9): 454 – 459.
- Cook A, Quinn R (2010). Gallbladder mucoceles in dogs. United Kingdom Veterinary Journal: Companion Animal. 15(7): 37 – 44.
- Quinn RL, Cook A (2009). An update on gallbladder mucoceles in dogs. Veterinary Medicine. 104(4):169-176.
- Bennett SR, Quinn RL, Telford S (2005). The prevalence and significance of canine ehrlichiosis in Columbo, Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Veterinary Medicine. 52: 1&2: 1-8.
- Herzig S, Long F, Ulupi S, Hedrick S, Quinn R, Bauer A, Rudolph D, Shutz G, Yoon G, Puigserver P, Spiegalman B, Montminy M (2001). CREB regulates hepatic gluconeogenesis via the co-activator PGC-1. Nature. 413: 179-283.
- Jones PM, Quinn RL (2000). Improved stable isotope dilution-gas chromatograph-mass spectrometry method for serum or plasma free 3-hydroxy-fatty acids and its utility for the study of disorders of mitochondrial fatty acid β-oxidation. Clinical Chemistry. 46:2:149-155.
Awards & Honors:
- 2015: Angell Animal Medical Center Compassion Award, Angell AMC
- 2009: Phi Zeta Veterinary Honor Society, Texas A&M
- 2005: Certificate in International Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University
- 2005: Sylvia Mainzer Public Health Achievement Award, Tufts University
- 2003: Smith Kilbourne Foreign Animal Disease Scholar, Tufts University
- 2003: NIH Student Research Fellow, Tufts University
Nedra Wilson, BVetMed, DACVR
Radiologist
Dr. Wilson received her Veterinary Medicine Degree from the University of London’s Royal Veterinary College in 2006. After returning from abroad, she spent a year here on Cape Cod, completing a Small Animal rotating internship at Cape Animal Referral & Emergency (now CCVS Dennis). She then worked in Emergency Medicine at DoveLewis Animal Hospital (Portland, OR) for two years before starting her three-year Diagnostic Imaging residency at Cornell University. She also completed an additional one-year clinical fellowship. In 2014, Dr. Wilson became board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Radiology. Dr. Wilson is especially interested in musculoskeletal imaging, ultrasound, CT, and marine mammal imaging. When she’s not working, Dr. Wilson enjoys spending time with her family, watching ice hockey, running, swimming, and traveling.
Education:
- 2012-2013: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Ithaca, NY: Clinical Fellowship
- 2009-2012: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Ithaca, NY: Diagnostic Imaging Residency
- 2006-2007: Cape Animal Referral and Emergency, South Dennis, MA: Small Animal Rotating Internship
- 2001-2006: The Royal Veterinary College, University of London, UK: BVetMed
- 1993-1996: Cornell University, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Ithaca, NY: Bachelor of Science
Professional Experience:
- 2019-Present: Radiology Consultant, Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, Buzzards Bay, MA
- 2015-Present: Staff Radiologist, Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, Woburn, MA
- 2013-2015: Staff Radiologist, Southern NH Veterinary Referral Center, Manchester, NH
- 2007-2009: Staff Veterinarian, DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital, Portland, OR
Board Certification:
- 2014: Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology
Publications:
- P.V.Scrivani, Thompson MS, Dykes NL, Holmes NL, Southard TL, Gerdin JA and Bezuidenhout AJ. (2011) Relationships among subgoss anatomy, computed tomography, and histological findings in dogs with disease localized to the pulmonary acini. Vet Radiology and Ultrasound. September 15, doi: 10.1111/j.1740-8261.2011.01881.x
- P.V.Scrivani, J.M.Levine, N.L.Holmes, M.Furr, T.J.Divers and N.D.Cohen (2011) Observer agreement study of cervical-vertebral ratios in horses. Equine Veterinary Journal. Jul;43(4):399-403. doi: 10.1111/j.2042-3306.2010.00300.x
Jill Marciello, LICSW
Veterinary Social Worker
Jill is originally from Bethel, CT. and has been a practicing clinical social worker for over 28 years. She earned her master’s degree in social work from Boston College, and has provided care and counseling as part of many of the area’s emergency rooms, including Mass General Brigham, Sturdy Hospital, Good Samaritan, and Beth Israel Deaconess Plymouth. Most recently she worked within the primary care and pediatric offices for Sturdy Associates. Jill also has her own private practice.
Jill is very excited to join the CCVS team in the critical role of Veterinary Social Worker and is here to provide support to the entire CCVS Healthcare Team, and to our pet parents. She offers confidential short-term counseling in person or more privately via zoom and help those in crisis when available. She can assist by discussing ways to help manage stress, loss, grief, and help process the loss of a beloved family member. She can help with pet parents who are trying to process decisions, are upset because their pet is in distress, and those wrestling with end-of-life decisions (quality of life assessments) or euthanasia, etc. Jill can also assist in helping find longer term therapy options as well.
Jill and her husband have a feisty nine-year-old Chihuahua named Toby, and their grand-dog, a one-year-old English cream golden retriever named Dolly (whom they babysit a lot). She understands the power of the human-animal bond, the impact our pets have on our lives, and how they can reach a place in our hearts that others cannot; their love is unconditional and pure.
Marcia Aubin, DVM, MS, DACVO
Ophthalmologist
Originally from Rhode Island, Dr. Marcia L. Aubin earned her Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Iowa State University in 1983 and her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. After completing her veterinary studies, she worked as a general veterinary practitioner in Maine and Massachusetts.
Dr. Aubin returned to academia and completed her Master‘s Degree in Clinical Science and a residency program in ophthalmology at Colorado State University in 2001. Following her residency, Dr. Aubin practiced ophthalmology at a large veterinary specialty and referral hospital in Northern California.
A Board Certified Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, Dr. Aubin moved back to her home state of Rhode Island in 2003.
Board Certification:
- Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
At this time, ophthalmology services are only available in our Dennis hospital.
Amanda Hill, DVM
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian
Dr. Amanda Hill grew up in Plymouth, Massachusetts. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn University. After graduation, she completed an internship at BluePearl of Boston. She then joined CCVS in 2021. When not working, she and her fiancé enjoy kayaking, hiking, and spending time with their two pugs, Olive and Guppy.
Cait Pollard
Assistant Director of Customer Service (Dennis)
Cait grew up in Massachusetts in Springfield. She received her bachelors in equine studies/Vet tech from UMASS Amherst. She now lives on Cape with her family. When not working, she enjoys reading, gardening, and going to the beach or on walks with her family’s dogs.
Robyn Knights
ECC Doctor Assistant Manager
Robyn Knights grew up in the Berkshires region of Massachusetts. Early in her education, she received a dual Bachelor of Science in Education and Psychology and later attended a Master of Public Administration program with a concentration in animal welfare at Northeastern University. Robyn has an extensive background in customer service and appreciates the opportunity to combine her love of animals and assisting doctors with their records and client experience at CCVS. Robyn lives on the South Coast with her daughter, two cats – Cheshire and Buttons, a hamster – Sir BunBun, White Rabbit – the Goodfellow, a leopard gecko – Maddie the Mad Hatter, and two hermit crabs – Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, Junior. When not working, she appreciates fiction novels, horror movies, and going to concerts.
Jess Larivee
Director of Client Experience
Jess has held many different positions in the veterinary field over the last 20+ years. When she is not at the hospital, she enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, beekeeping, and reading. She and her husband also have a menagerie of pets that keep them busy, including cats, dogs, chickens, ducks, and fish.
Howard Goldman, CVT
Assistant Director of Nursing
Howard grew up on Long Island and studied Veterinary Technology in Suffolk County. He started working in emergency and small animal clinics on Long Island some 25-plus years ago. After working in small animal practices for 13 years, he wanted to have a different impact on animal welfare. Howard started work for Houston SPCA with the organization that is seen on Animal Cops Houston. From there, his passion grew, and he began work for international humane organizations as a Humane Investigator. He was lucky to work on some of the biggest cases in animal welfare history. While working for one of those organizations, Howard found himself in Barnstable County and fell in love with Cape Cod. After a few years working with wildlife, Howard found Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, where he can apply the skills he has learned over the years and help pets of Cape Cod and those that visit.
Lianne Muir
Emergency & Critical Care Nurse Manager
Lianne Muir grew up in Randolph, MA, and graduated from Merrimack College with a bachelor’s in Biology. She currently lives on the South Shore with her four children, her partner, four cats, and two lizards. When not working, she enjoys Crossfit and reading.
Carey Lowther, AVA
Emergency & Critical Care Assistant Nurse Manager
Carey Lowther grew up in the White Mountains of New Hampshire until her early 20s, when she migrated to the south coast of Massachusetts. Within the last couple of years, she decided to go back to school and found a Veterinary Assistant class on Cape Cod. After passing and receiving certification as an Approved Veterinary Assistant, she landed here at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists. Carey lives on Cape Cod with her son and two cats. When not working, she enjoys the outdoors and observing wildlife.
Emily Ulfelder, BVetMed, DACVS-SA
Surgeon
Dr. Emily Ulfelder received her bachelor of science in biology from Bates College in 2006 and veterinary medicine degree from The Royal Veterinary College in London in 2014. After graduation, Dr. Ulfelder completed a one-year Small Animal Medicine and Surgery rotating internship at Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston, MA, followed by a one-year Small Animal Surgical Internship at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialist in Houston, TX. Dr. Ulfelder then found her way back to Angell, where she completed a three-year residency. After residency, Dr. Ulfelder stayed as a staff surgeon at Angell before making her down south. In 2021, Dr. Ulfelder became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Her primary interests include minimally invasive surgery (both orthopedic and soft tissue) and fracture repair.
Dr. Ulfelder grew up in Duxbury, MA, and is excited to be back in the area. When she’s not in the operating room, Dr. Ulfelder enjoys spending time with her family, boating, and traveling.
Daniel J. Adams, VMD
Surgeon
Dr. Daniel Adams is from the Philadelphia area but now lives on Cape Cod with his fiancé and their two dogs (Luke and Lefty), cat (Fritz), and horse (Amigo). Dr. Adams received his Bachelor of Science in biology at Penn State University and his Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris from the University of Pennsylvania in 2018, graduating magna cum laude. Following graduation, he spent an additional year at the University of Pennsylvania, completing an internship in medicine and surgery, and went on to continue his training as a resident in surgery at the University of Georgia. Dr. Adams is passionate about all areas of surgery but has particular interests in trauma and fracture repair, surgical oncology, and thoracic surgery. When not in the hospital, he enjoys staying active outdoors with his pals Luke, Lefty, and Amigo, going fishing, and golfing.
Education:
- July 2019 – July 2022: University of Georgia, residency in small animal surgery
- July 2018 – June 2019: University of Pennsylvania, rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery
- August 2014 – May 2018: University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, VMD, Magna cum laude, Phi Zeta honor society
- August 2009 – May 2013: The Pennsylvania State University, BS Biology, Minor Psychology
Licensing
- June 2022 – present: Massachusetts
- July 2019 – present: Georgia
- July 2018 – present: Pennsylvania
Publications
- Adams DJ, Ellerbrock EE, Wallace ML, Schmiedt CW, Sutherland BJ, Grimes JA. Risk factors for neonatal mortality prior to hospital discharge in brachycephalic and non-brachycephalic dogs undergoing Caesarean section. Veterinary Surgery. Accepted for publication 7-July-2022.
- Rajeev M, Adams DJ, Perlini M, Grimes JA. What is you diagnosis? Persistent urachus in a dog. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Accepted for publication 19-April-2021.
- Jaleta TJ, Wang Z, Ren G, Adams DJ, Zhang G, Abraham D, Kleiwer SA, Lok JB, Mangelsdorf DJ. Delta-7-dafachronic acid is the natural ligand of the Ss-DAF-12 nuclear receptor in Strongyloides stercoralis, and the cytochrome p450 Ss-CYP-9 acts in its biosynthesis. Manuscript in preparation.
- Adams DJ, Demchur JA, Aronson LR. Renal cell carcinoma in a cat with polycystic kidney disease undergoing renal transplantation. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery Open Reports. 2018; 4 (1): 1-6.
- Adams DJ, Rosenberg DE, Yirui H. Prevalence of vector-borne diseases in a sample of client-owned dogs on Santa Cruz in the Galápagos Islands: A pilot study. Veterinary Parasitology: Regional Studies and Reports. 2016; 6: 28-30.
Research
- Pharmacokinetic analysis of regional limb perfusion with amikacin: a pilot study in healthy dogs – University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine – Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Department
- Principal Investigator: Janet A. Grimes, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA
- Funded by UGA Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Department Grant
- Designed initial phases of ongoing study investigating feasibility of regional limb perfusion with antimicrobials in dogs
- Performed regional limb perfusions, collected samples, cared for laboratory dogs
- Determining the effects of SMAC mimetic drugs on vascular endothelial cells – University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine – Department of Biomedical Sciences
- Principal Investigator: Michael J. May, PhD, MSc, BSc
- NIH-Merial Veterinary Scholars Program – one of 18 applicants accepted from the University of Pennsylvania to participate in a national summer program designed to expose students to basic sciences and clinical research
- Investigated the effects of anti-neoplastic drugs on phenotype and function of human aortic vascular endothelial cells
- Gave poster presentations at the NIH-Merial Veterinary Scholars Program national conference and at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine student research day Identifying natural steroid ligands of the nuclear hormone receptor Ss-DAF-12 in Strongyloides stercoralis
- University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine – Department of Pathobiology
- Principal investigator: James B. Lok, BS, MS, PhD
- Assisted with parasitological studies of Strongyloides stercoralis, an intestinal parasite of dog and man suspected to affect approximately 100 million people worldwide
- The effects of co-infection on fecundity of gastrointestinal parasites and the host microbiome in rabbits – 2013 The Pennsylvania State University – Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics
- Principal investigator: Isabella Cattadori, BS, PhD
- Assisted with parasitological studies investigating co-infection of GI parasites (Graphidium strigosum and Trichostrongylus retortaeformis) in rabbits
Presentations
- Risk factors for neonatal mortality in dogs undergoing Caesarean section, March 11th, 2022 – UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Grand Rounds Lecture Series
- Management of oral tumors in dogs, October 1st, 2021 – UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Grand Rounds Lecture Series
- Wounds suck: negative pressure wound therapy in veterinary medicine, July 31st, 2020 – UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Grand Rounds Lecture Series
- A review of regional perfusion techniques and future directions, May 1st, 2020 – UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Grand Rounds Lecture Series
- When to spay and neuter? May 2nd, 2017 – Penn Vet Working Dog Center Lunch and Learn Seminars
Awards
- Class of 2019 Matthew J. Ryan Veterinary Hospital Best Intern Award Spring 2019
- ACVS Foundation Student Surgery Award Spring 2018
Continuing Education
- Fall 2021: IMEX Hybrid and Circular External Skeletal Fixator Course for Surgery Residents
- Summer 2020: AO VET North America Principles of Small Animal Fracture Management
Professional Associates
- October 2020 – present: Veterinary Society of Surgical Oncology
- May 2018 – present: American Veterinary Medical Association
- May 2018 – present: Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association
- 2014 – 2019: Christian Veterinary Fellowship, President of University of Pennsylvania Chapter 2015 – 2016
- 2014 – 2018: Alpha Psi National Veterinary Fraternity, Social Chair of University of Pennsylvania Chapter 2015 – 2016
- 2014 – 2018: Veterinary Business Management Association
Student Activities
- Fall 2014 – Spring 2018: Student Admissions Committee
- Assisted with the interview and selection process of prospective students for the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine
- Fall 2009 – Spring 2013: Penn State Club Lacrosse
- Keystone Division I Champions 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013
- NCLL National Champions 2013
Additional Clinical Experience
- Spring 2019: Berks Animal Emergency and Referral Center – Shillington, PA – Per diem work in private practice emergency
- Spring 2019: Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Team – Philadelphia, PA – High quality, high volume spay/neuter work
- 2015 – 2019: Providence Animal Center – Media, PA – Externship and long-term volunteer work in surgery department as student and rotating intern
- July 2017 – 2019: Creek’s Edge Animal Hospital – Hainesport, NJ – Externship and per diem work in general practice as student and rotating intern
- October 2017: Texas A&M University, College of Veterinary Medicine – College Station, TX – Externship in soft tissue surgery
- August 2017: Veterinary Specialty Center of Delaware, BluePearl – New Castle, DE – Externship in surgery, internal medicine, and rehabilitation
- April 2017: Penn Vet Working Dog Center – Philadelphia, PA – Externship in working dog training including search and rescue, bite work, and scent detection
- April 2017: Red Bank Veterinary Hospital – Tinton Falls, NJ – Externship in surgery, emergency, and oncology
- Summer 2015: Darwin Animal Doctors – The Galápagos Islands, Ecuador – Externship in the sole veterinary hospital of the Galápagos Islands with focus on companion animal population control and conservation
- Summer 2011: Philadelphia Zoo – Philadelphia, PA – Animal care internship with training in exotic animal husbandry, nutrition, and handling
We have two convenient locations.
Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is open for emergencies. We also proudly offer premier specialty veterinary care for your pet in close partnership with your referring veterinarian. Our specialists are board-certified in emergency & critical care, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, and ophthalmology. Our hours are:
Buzzards Bay
24/7
Dennis
Friday 5pm through Monday 5pm : Emergency Services
Monday - Friday: Temporary Limited Lobby Hours.
Please call ahead for medication refills, to schedule appointments, and with any questions. Specialty appointments continue as usual.
Buzzards Bay
Phone: 508-759-5125
Fax: 508-759-9861
Email: info@capecodvetspecialists.com
11 Bourne Bridge Approach
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
Dennis
Phone: 508-398-7575
Fax: 508-398-7506
Email: dennisinfo@capecodvetspecialists.com
79 Theophilus Smith Road
South Dennis, MA 02660