Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

Like most veterinarians, my love for animals and desire to become a veterinarian were established at an early age. I began my veterinary medical journey by shadowing a local veterinarian throughout my high school years. I loved being in the clinic so much, that I continued to work there on weekends while completing my undergraduate studies at Stony Brook University, where I majored in Marine Vertebrate Biology. I was determined to become a veterinarian and explored my interests in Population Health Research and Preventative Medicine at SBU and completed my Master’s in public health and advanced Graduate Certificate in Geospatial Science. I then moved to Columbus, OH to attend the veterinary school at The Ohio State University. After receiving my DVM degree, I moved back to Long Island to be closer to my family and friends.

I have lost several pets over the years and have learned that there is no right way to say goodbye. You can be sad and still celebrate the time you spent together. Letting go of a pet to end their suffering is a selfless act, and I strive to remind families of this as they come to terms with their loss. I feel grateful to be able to perform this loving act for my community through my role at Lap of Love.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my partner, Meredith, and my lab-pit mix Jaia. I also enjoy playing tennis, golf, soccer and just about anything outdoors.