We don’t come into work to collect a paycheck. We wake up to save lives. And when your pet comes through our doors, they become our mission.

The emergency clinicians at BSVESS are a truly exceptional group of doctors. They have graduated from the most reputable veterinary schools in the country. They have completed high quality internships to obtain intensive experience in emergency medicine. And they have chosen to work in an environment where the cases are constantly challenging and they have consistent access to specialists for support. They care deeply about their patients, because they are pet parents too. They understand that your pet is part of your family. They also understand that in an emergency, not everyone is prepared to afford gold standard care – and they do their best to help every pet owner choose a treatment plan that fits their budget. It is a stressful job – the ER is often very busy and life-saving decisions need to be made quickly. Their patients are often in distress and they deal with a lot of sad situations. But they save lives, every day, and ensure that literally thousands of pets a year have more time with their families. We hope you never need them – but if you do, you are in good hands.

JENNI HUELSMAN

DVM

Dr. Huelsman received a degree in biology and neuroscience from Oberlin College. She then went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009. Following graduation, Dr. Huelsman completed a rotating internship at the Animal Medical Center in New York City, where she met her spouse.

In Dr. Huelsman’s spare time she enjoys running, Les Mills exercise classes, and pit bulls. She lives in Providence with her spouse; her pit bulls, Sarah Jane, Yorkie, and Louis; as well as two black cats, Junebug and Jitterbug.

ANN KLOCKE

VMD

Dr. Klocke is originally from the Philadelphia area. She received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Georgetown University prior to attending the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, she completed a rotating internship at VCA South Shore Animal Hospital, located just outside of Boston. Dr. Klocke has a special interest in emergency soft tissue surgery and in the future would like to find time to pursue a certification in acupuncture.

Dr. Klocke divides her time between OSVS and BSVESS. When not at work, she spends time with her cat, Thomas, and her Australian cattle dog mix, Pandora, both of whom are rescued pets. She loves to cook and is always trying new recipes. She also enjoys live music, road biking, and traveling.

LINDSEY MILLER

DVM

Dr. Miller is originally from Massachusetts. She has a bachelor’s degree in biology and graduated from the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. Dr. Miller completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists. After completing her internship, Dr. Miller elected to stay on staff in order to further advance her skills in emergency medicine. Dr. Miller splits her time between OSVS and BSVESS.

Her special interests include trauma and critical care medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Miller enjoys cooking, particularly working with locally grown fruits and vegetables. She enjoys traveling, spending time outside, and hiking with her dogs, Jack and Lou, as well as curling up with a good book and her two sweet cats.

MEREDITH NELSON

DVM

Dr. Nelson grew up in Lexington, Massachusetts. She received her BA in biology from Cornell University, and then worked for three years as a veterinary technician before attending Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine for her DVM. Dr. Nelson participated in a one-year rotating Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship at Carolina Veterinary Specialists in Charlotte, North Carolina, before returning to New England in 2011 to take a position at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists.

Her interests include neurology and avian/exotics medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Nelson enjoys snowshoeing, baking, singing, watching classic movies, and spending time with her three orange tabbies and two bearded dragons.

SHELLY PANCOAST

DVM

Dr. Pancoast grew up around the corner in Seekonk and Rehoboth, Massachusetts. She received her undergraduate degree from Tufts University before attending Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating, she completed a one-year internship at VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in Norwalk, Connecticut. She then spent two years in general practice both in Connecticut and Boston before going on to complete a specialty combined internship in cardiology and emergency and critical care at Tufts V.E.T.S in Walpole, Massachusetts.

Her professional interests include cardiology, internal medicine, and emergency and critical care. In her free time, Dr. Pancoast enjoys traveling, cooking, running, and spending time with her husband and extended family, including her two cats.

JESSICA VANLOON

DVM

Dr. Van Loon originally hails from Michigan. She received a bachelor’s degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and then graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After veterinary school Dr. Van Loon went on to complete a small animal rotating internship in medicine and surgery at Garden State Veterinary Specialists in New Jersey. Dr. Van Loon enjoyed her time on the east coast and joined OSVS and BSVESS on early 2014. Her professional interests include trauma and emergency medicine.

When she is not working, Dr. Van Loon enjoys reading, cooking, gardening, bad movies, and travelling. She loves living near the ocean and shares her home with her best friend, the amazing dog Teddy.

TAYLOR LAFOUNTAIN

DVM

Dr. LaFountain grew up in Massachusetts. She earned her undergraduate degree in veterinary science and veterinary technology from Becker College in Worcester, MA. She then went on to explore the world and received her veterinary degree from Ross University. She completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists and stayed on as an emergency clinician. Her professional interests include toxicities, respiratory disease and communication.

In her free time, Dr. LaFountain enjoys reading, painting, outdoor yoga and spending time with her family. She has 2 cats, Granger and Luna, and a dog, Pixie.

JAMIE RESNICK

DVM

Bio coming soon!

KELLY PANDOLPHO

DVM

Dr. Pandolpho is originally from New Jersey. She received her bachelors degree in veterinary and biomedical sciences from Penn State University. She went on to get her doctorate in veterinary medicine degree and masters of public health degree from St. George’s University in Grenada, West Indies. After graduating, she completed a one-year rotating internship at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists and stayed on as an emergency clinician. Her professional interests include behavioral medicine and avian medicine.

Outside of work, Dr. Pandolpho enjoys attending renaissance fairs in full garb, LARPing, video games, and spending time with her 5 birds (3 parrots and 2 pigeons), a red-tailed boa, and a leopard gecko. One day she also hopes to become certified in veterinary acupuncture and become a falconer.

ALLISON WRIGHT

DVM

Dr. Wright received her bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Conservation and Biology from the University of Massachusetts. She then received her Master’s degree in Conservation Medicine from Tufts Cummings Veterinary School and then her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Illinois. Following graduation, she completed a rotating internship at Ocean State. She loved it so much that she stayed on as an ER doctor. Dr. Wright splits her time between OSVS and BSVES. She has a special interest in toxicology, exotic animal medicine, and infectious disease.

In her free time, Dr. Wright enjoys doing anything outdoors (hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing) with her fiancé and their two dogs, Remy the Catahoula and Mila the Aussie. Her cats, Nina and Syrax, have even been known to take a kayak ride or two! She also has an array of reptiles.

LISA ROSENKRANS

DVM

Bio coming soon…