Linda Marchese, Medical Director

Dr. Linda Marchese was born and raised in Algeria where she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1997 and immediately started a private veterinary practice for small and large animals. In 2007 she moved to the Northern Virginia area. While completing her foreign graduate examinations and licensing requirements, she attended a veterinary skill enhancement program offered at Guelph University. She enjoys practicing small animal medicine with a strong interest in soft tissue surgery, internal medicine and dentistry. Dr. Marchese dedicates her time toward building lasting relationships with pet parents and delivers the best care possible for their pet(s). Dr. Marchese and her husband, Tom, have a kitten named Blanchette. They enjoy spending their free time hiking, biking, kayaking and gardening. Dr. Marchese also likes baking, cooking and entertaining friends and family.

"I always wanted to be a veterinarian since I was a little girl, growing up on a farm with cats, dogs, chickens, goats and rabbits. I love helping animal and their parents."