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Dr. Corey Shagensky, DVM, Owner

Undergraduate Education:  Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts

Veterinary School:  Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

Professional Interests:  Dermatology, Endocrinology, Oral Health, and Preventive Medicine

Association Memberships: American Veterinary Medical Association, Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association, American Animal Hospital Association, American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology, Avon and West Hartford Chambers of Commerce

Hobbies: Bicycling, gardening, cooking, baking, sailing, playing guitar, and reading.

Quote: “Opening a private practice is a journey that has led me full circle. I want to teach owners to better care for their pets and I want to be part of a team of caregivers, along with pet owners, who help pets lead the healthiest lives possible.”


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Dr. Kim Rio, DVM

Undergraduate Education:  Smith College

Veterinary School:  Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine

Professional Interests:  Reducing pet overpopulation, helping rescues, small animal practices

Hobbies: Running, cycling, yoga and visiting Colorado.


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Dr. Suzanne Gerber, DVM

Undergraduate Education:  Pennsylvania State University

Veterinary School:  Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

Professional Interests:  Small animal practices

Hobbies: Hiking, letterboxing with her family, all things nature, enjoying her husband’s fantastic cooking & singing, reading books.