President:
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Deirdre Chiaramonte, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM, CCRT, CERP, CVA
Deirdre Chiaramonte received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University School of Veterinary Dr. Chiaramonte is certified in canine and equine rehabilitation and acupuncture. Current interests are in the fields |
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President Elect: | Thomas LoBasso, DVM
Thomas LoBasso, DVM graduated from Xaverian High School in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, and with his heart already Although Tom’s work keeps him busy, he has several out-of-work interests. His most recent endeavor has him |
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Danielle Mossa, DVM
Danielle Mossa, DVM, received her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 2000 from Cornell University. Currently working as a per diem veterinarian, she has a special interest in shelter medicine. Dr. Mossa Living in Brooklyn, and originally from Queens, Dr. Mossa still enjoys exploring all New York has to offer |
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David Wohlstadter, DVM David Wohlstadter, DVM graduated from St. Louis University in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology Dr. Wohlstadter is currently part of BluePearl Veterinary Partners’ emergency service, which he joined in 2006. |
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Immediate Past President:
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John Lu, DVM
John Lu, DVM received his veterinary medical degree in 1986 at Beijing Agricultural University in Beijing, China Before moving to the United States, Dr. Lu taught genetics in Beijing University as an Assistant Professor. He |
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Robin Brennen, DVM
Robin Brennen, DVM is a Tuft’s University graduate and the current Vice President of Animal Health & Welfare for the Animal Care Centers of NYC – the city’s only open admission shelter. Prior to her work at NYC ACC she was the Director of the American Humane Association’s Red Star Disaster Response team and the VP of Program Operations and Medical Director for Bideawee, in NYC and spent 10 years in private, small animal practice. Her love of shelter animals is equally matched by her enthusiasm for disaster response and she has served as the National Commander for the National Veterinary Response Team a branch of the Department of Health and Human Services, for over 15 years. Having deployed, most notably, to serve her country and the people and animals impacted by the 2001 World Trade Center, Superstorm Sandy and Hurricane Katrina where she was the Director of Veterinary Operations at the nations largest emergency disaster evacuation shelter. She has developed and conducted national level training exercises for veterinary disaster responders. She also currently serves on the Animal Planning Task Force of NYC and is on the Board of Directors for the National Alliance of State Animals and Agriculture Emergency Programs. Combining her love of travel with the passion for helping the underserved, Dr. Brennen founded and leads Pets without Vets, a non-profit organization that conducts free spay and neuter clinics worldwide. Her organization has conducted over 20 clinics in 7 countries. Hailing from New Hampshire, she is an avid New England Patriots fan as well as an outdoor enthusiast and can be found lakeside around a campfire with a good glass of wine. |
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Karen Cherrone, DVM, DACVS-SA
Karen Cherrone, DVM received her Bachelor of Science degree in animal science from Cornell University in 1995 and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ohio State University in 1999. She then completed a small animal internship in medicine and surgery at the Animal Medical Center in New York City in 2000. Following the internship, she completed a one-year small animal surgery internship and a comprehensive three-year residency program in soft tissue, orthopedics and neurosurgery at Long Island Veterinary Specialists in 2004. Following her residency, Dr. Cherrone has served as a staff surgeon at specialty, referral and emergency hospitals on Long Island and in New York City, as well as Director of Surgery at the Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital of the ASPCA. She has received Board certification and is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary surgeons. Dr. Cherrone is the owner and founder of KLC Veterinary Surgical Services. A specialized, mobile surgery service in NYC and Long Island. While not at work, she lives in Manhattan and enjoys sports, trying out new restaurants and spending quality time with her retriever mix, Sofia. |
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Megan McGlinn, DVM
Megan McGlinn, DVM completed her doctorate at University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and her post doctoral internship at the Animal Medical Center in Manhattan. |
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Anthony Miele, DVM
Born in Newark, New Jersey, Anthony Miele graduated with a Bachelors in Science from Saint Peters College in 1972. Following his love for animals, he attended the University of Naples, Italy, graduating with a degree in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery in 1980. The first year of his veterinary career was spent working at Yonkers and Meadowlands Raceway, and he subsequently worked in small animal practices in the New York City area. In 1985, he opened his first animal hospital in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, forging the beginning of his career in entrepreneurial veterinary medicine. In his veterinary career, Dr. Miele has served as President of the Metropolitan NJVMA, received numerous accolades including the Metrop0litan New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association Veterinarian of the Year award, New York Veterinary Medical Society’s Presidential Citation, as well as the first Brody award given by the Center for Animal Care and Control. He has served on many executive boards including VPI (Veterinary Pet Insurance), the New Jersey Medical Association, New York City and State Veterinary Societies. Currently he serves on executive boards that include the NYSAVE foundation, ILICA (Italian Language Intercultural Alliance, and NFIAS (national Federation of Italian American Societies). Continuing his passion of living and working on both sides of the ocean, Dr. Miele is a lecturer on Business Management at his Alma Mater, the University of Naples. As well as still seeing patients in Brooklyn and Staten Island, Dr. Miele also is partner in a consulting group in Brazil and makes frequent trips to lecturer and consult there. |
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Katherine Quesenberry, DVM, MPH, DABVP (Avian)
Katherine Quesenberry, DVM has been practicing avian and exotic pet medicine exclusively for nearly 30 years. She is recognized both nationally and internationally as a leader in this field of veterinary medicine. Dr. Quesenberry has trained more than 16 residents in avian and exotic pet medicine, most of whom are now board certified and are leaders in the field throughout the country. Dr. Quesenberry has co-edited several books, including Ferrets, Rabbits and Rodents: Clinical Medicine and Surgery, which is a best selling veterinary textbook, Avian Medicine and Surgery, and Veterinary Clinics of North America: Exotic Pet Medicine I and II. Dr. Quesenberry is the Scientific Editor for the Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery, an international journal published by the Association of Avian Veterinarians. She has lectured extensively throughout the United States and Europe about veterinary care of birds, small mammals and other exotic pets. |
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NYSVMS Rep.:
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Stephanie Janeczko, DVM, MS, DAVBP (Canine/Feline, Shelter Medicine), CAWA
Dr. Stephanie Janeczko completed her DVM in 2004, and a master’s in epidemiology and residency in shelter medicine in 2009 all at Cornell University. She is board certified in Shelter Medicine Practice through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) and served as a member of the organizing committee for the specialty. She is also a board certified in Canine/Feline practice through ABVP, is a certified animal welfare administrator, and is a former board member and past president of the Association of Shelter Veterinarians. She currently serves on the NYSVMS executive board and chairs their animal welfare committee. Stephanie is the Vice President of Shelter Medicine Services at the ASPCA, where she is responsible for leading and ensuring continuity across the organization’s national shelter medicine work and its direct care programs. Prior to joining the ASPCA in 2011, Stephanie worked at Animal Care Centers of NYC serving as the organization’s Medical Director and later Director of Operations. She has a particular interest in infectious diseases, epidemiology, and the welfare of cats. |
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Ethics Chair: | Lisa Esposito, DVM
Lisa Esposito, DVM received her Bachelor of Science from Wagner College on Staten Island in Biology with While attending veterinary school, Dr. Esposito adopted her first bulldog, Matthew, and quickly became Dr. Esposito’s strong love and respect for veterinary medicine lent her to join the VMA of NYC’s Executive Dr. Esposito enjoys hiking in the Greenbelt of Staten Island, frequenting the Metropolitan Museum of Art, |
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