CSR Cory has worked in the Veterinary field for years, including both general practice and emergency. Cory spent her earlier career working as a Therapeutic Recreation Director in long term care, where she developed a Pet Therapy Program for the residents of the facility. Cory has spent her life raising, breeding, and showing all kinds … Read moreCory
Veterinary Nurse Scarlett graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2008 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. From 2011 to 2013, she attended Northwestern Connecticut Community College, and graduated with a degree in Veterinary Technology. During her time at NWCCC, she interned here at VEC, as well as volunteered and worked in another local veterinary … Read moreScarlett Szaley
Dr. Melina Rothert had a strong affinity for veterinary medicine after growing up in a vet hospital owned by her independent mother. Witnessing how rewarding this career is, Dr. Rothert revolved her life around animals. Dr. Rothert grew up in Middletown, CT and completed her undergraduate studies at University of Connecticut, getting her bachelors in … Read moreDr. Melina Rothert, DVM
CSR and Veterinary Assistant Sabrina has been with the Veterinary Emergency Center since December 2021. She has been in the pet care field for many years as a groomer, dog trainer, and small animal manager. Now Sabrina works as a CSR and veterinary assistant. In her spare time, she loves going on hikes with her … Read moreSabrina Prosser
Dr. Petrauskas has had a passion for animals and their care since she was a young child. She would often play “veterinarian” on her various pets, and that dream later became a reality. She graduated from Louisiana State with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2013 and has practiced general medicine and ER medicine in … Read moreCindy Petrauskas, DVM
Hospital Manager Michelle comes to us after a diverse career, including ten years working in the cruelty-free cosmetics world as well as working with deaf and hard-of-hearing students in mainstream classrooms. Michelle has always loved helping animals, which translated into a career as a veterinary technician. Michelle loves to spend time with her husband and … Read moreMichelle Moore
Technician Devan is a dedicated and hardworking member of our surgical team. She joined our team two years ago bringing years of referral anesthesia surgery experience with her from a large referral specialty hospital. Devan is originally from Litchfield County and went on to attend Mt. Ida college. Devan is a gifted athlete who continues … Read moreDevan Meeker
Surgical Manager Meg began her veterinary nursing career in 2007 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science with a focus in Veterinary Medicine in 2012. That same year she also became a licensed veterinary technician in New York and Connecticut. During her schooling, she quickly realized her love for surgery and anesthesia and focused her … Read moreMeg McMullen, B.S C.V.T
Veterinary Nurse Gigi’s passion for veterinary medicine started when she was in her junior year of high school. She came to VEC as an intern in 2014 to learn more about the veterinary field. She graduated from UCONN in May 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science/Pathobiology and hopes to attend veterinary school in … Read moreGigi Locicero
Dr. Steven Leshem received his Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from UMass Amherst in 1996 and a Veterinary degree from Tufts University in 2000. Dr. Leshem completed a rotating internship in medicine and surgery at Veterinary Specialists of Connecticut in 2000. He then spent a number of years as a general practice veterinarian in Colorado. Dr. Leshem then moved … Read moreSteven Leshem, DVM, ACVS
