Dr. Kate Taikowski graduated from Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2016, and then completed a one year rotating internship here at VCA Shoreline and VREC. She then completed a residency in Medical Oncology at The Ohio State University in 2020 and became a board certified oncologist in 2021. She is particularly interested in working collaboratively with surgeons, radiation oncologists, and family veterinarians in order to develop an integrated and personalized approach for each patient. Dr. Taikowski is originally from Fairfield County and is looking forward to returning to the area. In her spare time, she enjoys horseback riding and spending time outside with her dog, Ollie.