Meet the Staff Meet the staff at the East Springfield Veterinary Clinic. We have a wide range of knowledge and interests. That is what makes it so exciting to work here! Check us out.......... Amy Zander Amy is Dr. Andrew Hersman's sister and Dr. Richard Hersman's daughter (see reference to Hersman Heart Fund)! She has been holding down the fort at ESVC since 1999 and is thrilled that her brother joined her in 2005. She graduated from Lafayette College with a BA in International Affairs, and then pursued her graduate degree at Central Connecticut State University. Here, she earned her Masters of Science in Organizational Communication. Although she loves the animals that she meets everyday, she focuses on the people that bring their beloved pets to ESVC! Amanda Tetreault You may have known her as Amanda Stark. But, she just got married! She came to ESVC from Angell Animal Medical Center- WNE. Her spunk, charisma and charm make each day interesting. Our clients have picked up on her positive nature and leave here thinking "that was enjoyable"! Amanda's enthusiasm for animals does not end when she leaves the clinic. She promotes animal well-being through her pet sitting, dog walking and volunteer work. Whew! Amanda is a busy, busy person. Thankfully, she has the energy to handle it all. Becky Beaulieu Wow are we lucky! Becky is a new hire for us and she has made the transition to our team with grace and style! Becky comes from Angell Animal Medical Center- WNE, where she was employed for 8 years. Her compassion and professionalism is a great addition to our team. It is a tribute to Becky's abilities when Angell clients are seeking and following her to her new place of employment. We are proud to have her at ESVC! Cora Carpenter Wow! Has it been 10 years already? Cora started at ESVC in 1997 as just a young pup herself. She has received her undergraduate and her Master's degree in Special Education. Since Cora has a full-time job as a special education teacher, we get the opportunity to see her one night a week. But, when she is here, her heart is 100% with the animals. Dawn Palhais Dawn. If you have visited us within the past 13 years, you probably have met Dawn. She began working at ESVC in 1994 with Dr. Richard Hersman. Although, she has moved to the Cape, she still makes it to East Springfield every other Saturday to help our clients and their pets. She is a blessing! Her dedication to the patients, clients, and the clinic is evident in her tenure at the clinic. Jill Crowe Jill has been in the animal field for many years. From being a technician, to running the kennel in a large animal hospital, to being an animal control officer, Jill has seen it all! We count on Jill to help communicate and educate our clients. In order to keep our animal friends healthy, she makes sure their owners are equipped with the right knowledge. In addition to her dogs and cats, Jill loves to spend time boating. Sailing on the ocean or sailing on a lake, it's all good to her. Karen Teri-Savage Come visit us during the evening and you may meet one of our newest team member. Karen is outgoing and easy to talk to, putting you at ease during your pet's exam. She has been a veterinary technician for many years. Her knowledge and ability to handle animals in different situations reinforces our strong staff. We welcome Karen with open arms. I am sure you will find her to be a great addition to the ESVC. Kathy Brunetti As our senior technician, Kathy brings a level of professionalism to our clinic that may not be found elsewhere. Kathy's love for animals is obvious in the care she gives to them at the clinic. Her love for people is just as genuine. This attribute is so important in many facets of an animals life. There are times of happiness and times of struggle. Kathy will be with you every step of the way. Kerri Fiorentino Kerri loves her dog Roxie! So much, that she decided she wanted to expand her horizons and enter the field of animal wellness. Kerri is one of our weekend warriors. You will see her helping our clients at the front desk. Thank you, Kerri! Kimberley Turner Kim is our front office guru. She has been with ESVC since 2001. She is very involved with animals on many different levels. You may have seen her at the dog shows at the Eastern States Exposition, or you may have her groom your pretty pooch. She is a wealth of knowledge, just call us and find out! She would love to hear from you and help you if she can. Liz Quinn Liz is an educator by profession. She has earned her degree in Elementary Education and plans on pursuing her Master's degree as well. Because of her background, she makes a wonderfully, caring team member. She is one of our evening receptionists as well. We depend on her for her communication skills, her caring nature and her incredible attitude. Thank you, Liz! Marilynn Dulude There isn't a person in this world who adores animals more than Marilynn. Marilynn has been our best client for many, many years. She may have been one of our first clients! She wanted to be near animals so much that we asked her to join our team. Marilynn is one of our evening receptionists. She is a genuine animal lover! Stephanie Godbout What do babies and animals have in common? They both need people to care for them and love them, unconditionally. That is where special people, like Stephanie, come into play. Yes, Stephanie is one of our evening technicians who will help you care for and understand your pet's needs. She is, also, a pedicatric register nurse in the I.C.U. at Connecticut Children's Medical Center in Hartford, CT. Obviously, Stephanie is an intelligent, patient, and caring person. She is here to share her knowledge and compassion with you, too.