Surgery:
Robert Gilley, DVM, ACVS
Dr. Robert Gilley received the degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida as Valedictorian of his class in 1995. He completed his internship at the Animal Medical Center in New York in 1996, and his residency in small animal surgery at the University of Minnesota in 1999. He went on to complete a PhD in Comparative Orthopedics from the University of Minnesota in 2002. His research focused on ways to improve fracture healing and he has published on this and other orthopedic related topics.
Dr. Gilley was an Orthopedic Surgery Professor at the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania from 2002-2009. He served as the Clinical Director of Orthopedics from 2004-2009, as well as the Research Chairman of the Veterinary Orthopedic Society from 2006-2009. In addition to his surgical and research expertise, he has been recognized for his teaching by receiving several awards, including the Carl J. Norden Distinguished Teacher Award. He also has been on faculty of AO Vet North America, which provides continuing education for veterinarians in orthopedic surgery and state-of-the-art methods of fracture repair.
Dr. Gilley is a member of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, the Veterinary Orthopedic Society, and the American Veterinary Medical Association. He has special interests in arthroscopy, fracture repair, and neurologic surgery.
Neurology / Neurosurgery:
James Hammond, DVM, ACVIM
Dr. Hammond is a board-certified veterinary neurologist trained extensively in both medical and surgical neurology. Dr. Hammond received his veterinary training at Cornell University and graduated in 2005. He then completed a rotating internship in medicine and surgery at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in New Jersey. He stayed on at Red Bank to complete an internship in Neurology and Neurosurgery and then a 3-year residency. He received his board-certification in 2010 from the ACVIM. Dr. Hammond’s areas of interest include intracranial and spinal surgery as well as diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory disorders of the CNS.
Dentistry:
Robert Baratt, DVM, FAVD
Dr. Baratt received his masters (Pathobiology) and DVM from Colorado State University. He established the Salem Valley Equine Clinic in 1983, and expanded to a mixed practice, the Salem Valley Veterinary Clinic, in 1993. Over the past 10 years he has concentrated on veterinary dentistry, earning Fellowship in the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry in 2009 (the first veterinarian to become a fellow in both small animal and equine dentistry). Bob is currently a 3rd year dentistry resident at Cornell University.
Dermatology:
Emily Rothstein DVM, ACVD
Dr. Rothstein was graduated with honors from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. She then completed an internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at Cornell University. After being in private practice for 6 years (4 of them in Connecticut), Dr. Rothstein was accepted into a Dermatology Residency at Cornell University. While at Cornell she participated in numerous clinical trials for new and improved treatments, which have been published. She has been a member of the American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology since 1995. Dr. Rothstein completed her residency in 1997 and was awarded diplomate status (board certification) in the American College of Veterinary Dermatology in 1998.
Oncology:
Carrie DeRegis, DVM, PhD, DACVIM
Dr. DeRegis provides medical oncology services including:
- Full diagnostic and cancer staging capabilities including onsite MRI and CT
- Supervised onsite chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Metronomic chemotherapy
- Biologic response modifiers
Dr. Carrie DeRegis first discovered the world of veterinary medicine during a summer job as a kennel assistant at Pieper Olson Veterinary Hospital. She continued to work at Pieper’s for almost 10 years, advancing to the position of veterinary technician after earning her degree in Veterinary Science Technology. Carrie left Pieper’s to attend veterinary school and received her DVM degree from Tufts University as valedictorian of her class in 2002. She completed an internship in Small Animal Medicine at Tufts in 2003, and then went on to complete a PhD in Comparative Biomedical Sciences from Cornell University in 2008. She returned to clinical practice as a medical oncology resident at Tufts and completed her training in 2011.
Carrie enjoys the outdoors and just about anything to do with nature and animals. She considers herself a decent cook and likes trying out cooking in many different international styles. She also loves music and has been a member of different rock bands that have played out at a number of venues in CT in the past. Her two kitties, Bijou and Jax, keep her entertained at home. She is excited to return home to Pieper’s in a new role as veterinary oncologist and getting to know central Connecticut again.
Radiology
Sean Freer, DVM, DACVR
Dr. Sean Freer earned his veterinary degree from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in Ithaca, New York, in 2005. He completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine, surgery and emergency care at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. He then returned to Cornell for his residency in diagnostic imaging and received his board-certification in 2009. He joins Pieper Memorial after spending two years as the radiologist at the Oradell Animal Hospital in Paramus, New Jersey.
Dr. Freer offers traditional and advanced imaging services including radiography, ultrasonography and ultrasound-guided biopsy procedures, computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). His special interests include vascular ultrasonographic and CT imaging.
Pieper Memorial and Dr. Freer are excited to be able to provide area veterinarians with two convenient ultrasound choices to offer their clients. We offer “while your client waits” ultrasounds which may be scheduled Monday through Friday. If they prefer, your clients may instead select our ultrasound “drop-off” service. On site CT and MRI allows for the scheduling of daily scans. Unsure of which imaging modality is the best fit for your patient? Dr. Freer encourages inquiries to help determine the best (and most cost effective) imaging solution for your patient. He may be reached at (860) 347-VETS (8387) or via email at sfreer@piepermemorial.com Digital and traditional film reading services are also available.
Anesthesia
Amy Levensaler, CVT, VTS
Amy Levensaler, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia) graduated from Becker College in 1993 with an Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology. She worked at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine from 1994-2005 in the ER/ICU and Anesthesia departments. In 2003 she received her Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) in Anesthesia. In 2005 she moved north to work at Dover Veterinary Hospital in Dover, NH as the head technician. In 2008 Amy was transferred to Port City Veterinary Hospital in Portsmouth, NH as the head technician of the anesthesia/surgery department. In June 2010 Amy joined Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center as the Director of Technical Services.
Amy has a special interest in relieving anxiety and minimizing/treating the pain veterinary patients experience. She has given several lectures in local and national veterinary conferences. She has published articles in Veterinary Technician and a book chapter on anesthesia monitoring. In her spare time Amy, can be found hiking with her dogs, gardening, and participating in canine agility trials.
Physical Therapy and Rehab
Kristen DeLuca, CCRP
Kristin DeLuca, T.P.M., C.C.R.P. has been a practitioner of Canine Physical Rehabilitation since 1996. Kristin has completed the Equimyo Certification for Canine Trigger Point Myotherapy, The University of Tennessee and Northeast Seminars Certificate Program in Canine Rehabilitation, and she is currently participating in Maximum Horsepower’s Equine and Canine Postural Rehabilitation program. In addition, Kristin has extensively studied sports massage and myofascial release in horses and dogs, and is currently studying human massage therapy. Kristin has worked as a large and small animal veterinariany assistant, specializing in the field of post surgery and injury rehabilitation, using modalities such as myotherapy, myofascial release, hydrotherapy, magnetic therapy, laser, and physical therapy modalities to develop animal rehabilitation programs. Working closely with veterinarians, she incorporates these therapies in evaluating, developing, and carrying out treatments for muscle injuries.
Devon Spencer, DVM, CCRP Canidate
Dr. Spencer is a 2007 graduate from the University of Illinois. She spent her first two years in mixed animal practice in rural Illinois. After moving to Connecticut in 2009 she joined the Connecticut Valley Veterinary Associates as an associate practitioner. Using her experience in equine lameness she started working in the Physical Therapy Unit. She has pursued further training through the University of Tennessee’s Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner Program. In her spare time she enjoys Scottish Highland dancing, bagpiping, working with Christian Veterinary Mission, and working on her hobby farm with her husband
Behavior
Jean DeNapoli DVM
Dr. Jean DeNapoli completed her DVM degree at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine. After a short time in private practice, she returned to Tufts to complete a Residency in Animal Behavior. She was fortunate to work with NicholasDodman BVMS, Dipl. ACVA, Dipl ACVB and benefited from cutting edge behavioral medicine and research being practiced there. In addition, she has augmented her formal education by working with some of the top dog trainers in obedience, agility and herding and competing successfully at the highest levels. Dr. DeNapoli is currently working in private practice and her experience has made her skilled in sorting through the frequently complicated combinations of medical and behavioral conditions. Being a private practitioner herself, she is particularly sensitive to the needs of referring veterinarians and their clients. Clients appreciate her listening and communication skills and her patients appreciate the understanding and her approach based in positive reinforcement
Practice Management
Kurt A. Oster, MS, SPHR
Kurt A. Oster has over 25 years of veterinary practice management experience in a variety of practice settings. He has consulted with the staffs of over 350 veterinary practices in all areas of practice management. Outside of veterinary medicine, Kurt worked for 2 years as a human resources manager for a Fortune 15 corporation.
Kurt is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), which is the highest level of certification offered by the Society for Human Resource Management. Kurt also holds a Certificate in Veterinary Practice Administration from the Veterinary Management Institute at Purdue University. He has also attended the Leadership and Management training program at the Disney Institute.
Kurt has authored 18 book chapters and has been published in AAHA Trends Magazine, Veterinary Practice News, DVM Magazine and DVM Training Room. Kurt has lectured at a variety of national meetings, and served as the finance instructor for the American Animal Hospital Association’s (AAHA) Veterinary Management Development Schools (VMDS)
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