BluePearl Pet Hospital
South Charlotte
Our Vets

Dr. Andy Arnold’s clinical interests include small animal urgent care and emergency, radiology, surgery and strengthening the human-animal bond.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Blacksburg
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, University of Kentucky, Lexington

• Internship, Small Animal Surgery and Neurology, Las Vegas Veterinary Specialty Center, NV
• Internship, Small Animal Surgery, MedVet, New Orleans, LA
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Nashville Veterinary Specialists & Animal Emergency, TN
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens
• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Biological Science, University of Georgia, Athens

Dr. Andrea Eriksson’s clinical interests include early detection of heart disease in dogs and cats; the treatment of end-stage congestive heart failure; and novel therapies and surgical options for chronic degenerative valve disease.

Her research interests and background include investigation of the renin-angiotensin aldosterone system and how it relates to congestive heart failure in dogs; thyrotoxic heart disease and advanced cardiac imaging.

An important aspect of Dr. Eriksson’s practice is client communication and education as well as outreach and continuing education for primary care veterinarians. As a passionate advocate for her patients and their families, her goal is to provide a comprehensive triad of cardiovascular care that encompasses the pet family, the primary care veterinarian and herself.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)
• Residency, Cardiology, North Carolina State University, Raleigh-Durham
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Oregon State University, Corvallis
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University, Corvallis
• Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Willamette University, Salem, OR

Dr. Eriksson was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon where she learned to love hiking, camping, tide-pooling and braving the rain. During her personal time, she loves being with her husband and daughter. Together as a family, they enjoy traveling, spending time with family and friends, singing and playing music, and enjoying this beautiful life.

Dr Christian Eriksson’s particular interests in internal medicine include gastroenterology, hepatology and nephrology as well as endoscopy and ultrasonography.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center, Norwalk, CT
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus
• Master of Science, Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics, University of Maryland, College Park
• Bachelor of Science, Microbiology, University of Maryland, College Park

Dr. Eriksson was born in Stockholm, Sweden, and grew up in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. When not working, he loves to read, practice guitar and spend time with his wife and daughter.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Small Animal Internal Medicine)
• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Mississippi State University, Starkville
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL

Dr. Katie Grzyb has honed her skills in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions throughout her career. Her special interests include critical care and stabilization, soft tissue surgery and the human-animal bond.

• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
• Clinical Rotation, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ross University, St. Kitts & Nevis, West Indies

Originally from Rhode Island, Dr. Grzyb enjoys laughing with family and friends, spending time near the ocean and serenading others with her karaoke skills. She also considers herself quite a foodie. Her greatest joy is spoiling her high-maintenance tortoiseshell feline, Ruby Sassafrass (Queen of the Household).

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, North Carolina A&T University, Greensboro

Dr. Erin McCarragher enjoys all aspects of cardiology with a particular interest in the chronic management of congestive heart failure and helping to maintain the best possible quality of life in dogs and cats with heart disease. She is passionate about client education and takes pride in building trusting relationships with both pets and their owners.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)
• Residency, Cardiology, Oregon State University, Corvallis
• Internship, Cardiology, VCA Animal Specialty and Emergency Center, Santa Monica, CA
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital, CO
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Central Florida, Orlando

Dr. McCarragher grew up in Tampa, Florida. She enjoys travelling, especially when it involves visiting wineries or hiking, attending shows and hockey games, and trying new restaurants. More than anything else, she loves spending time with family, friends and her two handsome orange cats, Kimba and Loki.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station
• Bachelor of Science, Microbiology, University of Texas, Austin