When you take your pet to a veterinarian, you are entrusting the health of a family member to the doctors and staff. At Wicomico Veterinary Hospital, we understand the important role that pets play in our lives and we take pride in providing the highest quality medical care, in a friendly, family environment. All of our patients are treated as we treat our own pets; with compassion and gentle hands. Our clients are treated as friends! We listen to your concerns and work with you to achieve the best results for your pets. Dr. Brooks and the staff are dedicated to providing the best care utilizing advances in technology to provide the patient and client a happy, loving, and long term relationship.

We understand that people have a hectic and sometimes chaotic life. At our hospital we try and help relieve some of the stress by providing many quality services. Below are some of those services that help differentiate the type of service and care we provide to our patients.

Staff
The most important asset to our hospital is the dedication, expertise, and training that our staff has accomplished. We value the role that our healthcare team contributes to the well being of your pet.

	Dr. Heather Brooks-Owens DVM: Dr. Brooks graduated from North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. She received her Bachelors of Science Degree from Salisbury University in 1993. Dr. Brooks has taken advanced courses in dentistry and laser surgery techniques. In her spare time, she enjoys playing with her two dogs, Hogan & Holly, and her cats, Puss, Murray and Chavez. She also enjoys riding her two horses, Julie and Wyatt.
	Jessie Rhodes, BS, RVT: Jessie is our head technician and office manager. She has achieved the designation of R.V.T. (Registered Veterinary Technician) after completion of both national and state examinations. Jessie also has a Bachelors of Science Degree from Coastal Carolina University. Jessie has three dogs, Marleigh, Mousse and Flint, and two cats, Ranina and Leo. She enjoys riding Harley's and plans to own one in the near future.
	Kelli Blackway: Kelli has just recently moved here from Houston Texas, where she attended San Jacinto College and received a degree in Surgical Technology. She loves spending time at the beach surfing with her husband, while their dog Maui swims through the waves along side them. She’s a Chesapeake/Chocolate lab mix so she loves the water as much as they do.
	Joanna Carpenter, BS, RVT: Joanna recently achieved the designation of Registered Veterinary Technician after completing the national exam. She has received her Bachelors of Science Degree from Salisbury University. Joanna has two dogs, Summer and River, and one cat, Tigger. She enjoys horseback riding with her husband and reading.
	Amanda Peters: Amanda has been working in the veterinary industry for over 5 years. She recently joined our team after returning to her hometown from Baltimore, Md. Amanda enjoys spending time with her dog Molson and riding her two horses Oliver and Blaze.
	Kristina Elkins: Kris recently joined our team as a receptionist. Although new to the industry, her passion for your pets is easily recognized. When she’s not hiking local trails with her two lively Labradors, Bo and Bailey, she and her husband like to spend time in Assateague. Kris also enjoys cooking, and stocks her kitchen with produce from her organic garden.

Holly:
Holly is one of our hardest working employees. She shares the title of office manager. She enjoys agility training, fetching the ball and eating biscuits.

Kevin:
Kevin is our hospital administrator. He assists Holly with the day to day operations and long term planning of the hospital. In his spare time, he enjoys agility training with Holly, boating with Hogan and Holly, and fishing.

Education and Communication:

www.wicomicovet.com an interactive website that helps clients manage the healthcare through Pet Portals and Vetcentric.

Healthy Pet Magazine to educate, entertain, and help remind when care is needed.

Pet Portals is an interactive website that is created for each client that includes reminders, appointment request, prescription request, articles and much more for each patient.

Wellness

• Comprehensive Physical Examinations
• Vaccinations
• Diagnostic Testing and Screening
• Preventative Care
• Education

General Surgery

Laser Surgery
Advantages to using laser in surgery include: Less Pain, Less Blood Loss and Less Swelling

Dental Care
Dr. Brooks has taken advanced classes in dental techniques including radiography, cleaning, care, and surgical extraction. The use of oral radiography allows Dr. Brooks to thoroughly evaluate the teeth and aid in tooth extractions.

Digital Radiography (X-Rays)
Blood Analysis
Oral Radiography (Dental X-Rays)
Intestinal Ova & Parasite Examinations
And many more . . .