Our Team

The staff at Staten Island Animal Hospital are compassionate and dedicated individuals whose goal is to deliver only the very best service for you and your pet. From the moment you and your pet arrive, we strive to make your visit a positive experience and that you receive warm, friendly, welcoming, and efficient care.

Like you, our staff members are pet lovers and take pet health very seriously. They have had years of training and experience in companion animal medicine and their mission is to help your pet get well and stay happy and healthy for life. Many of our staff have worked together as colleagues for over 10 years and consider our hospital members family. We work together equally as a team to create a warm and welcoming experience for you and your pet.

Please don't hesitate to let us know at any time, how we can be of assistance to you and your pet!

Want to join our team? Visit our Careers section.

Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

paw Team Spotlight
Valerie Kaufmann
Hospital Manager

Valerie Kaufmann is a dedicated hospital manager with over 17 years of experience in the veterinary field. She has a deep understanding of both client needs and patient care. A native of Staten Island, Valerie recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in business science and business administration from Georgian Court University in 2023 and is currently enrolled in her master's program for business management at the same university. In her spare time, she enjoys spending as much time as she can with her daughter, exploring the outdoors through hiking, discovering new parks and trails, and traveling whenever po...

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Veterinarians

Our veterinarians are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Explore our veterinarians' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital an excellent choice for your pet's care.

Administration

The hospital administration team consists of management personnel who oversee all staff members, hospital activities and the facilities. Together, they keep the hospital running smoothly, ensuring quality patient care and excellent client service. From the moment you check in, our administrative staff is here to deliver the best possible experience to you and your pet before, during and after your visit.
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Our teams are united in our common purpose of taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
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