Dr. Gerhard obtained her DVM degree from Midwestern University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020. She then went on to complete a small animal internal medicine specialty internship at the University of Missouri. Following her internship, Dr. Gerhard stayed on at the University of Missouri to complete a small animal internal medicine residency, also earning a MS in Veterinary Biomedical Sciences during that time. Upon completion of her residency in 2024, Dr. Gerhard joined the staff at VCA South Shore (Weymouth) Animal Hospital as part of the Internal Medicine team.

Dr. Gerhard's clinical interests include evaluation of urinary disease, respiratory disease, swallowing disorders, and performing minimally invasive and interventional procedures.