BluePearl Pet Hospital
Malvern, PA
Our Vets

Dr. Maya Aharon is passionate about all aspects of caring for critically ill patients and helping their families.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care
• Residency, Emergency & Critical Care, The Animal Medical Center, New York City
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Angell Animal Medical Center, Boston, MA
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University, North Grafton, MA
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel

Dr. Aharon enjoys spending time with her cats, dog and two-legged family members.

Dr. Hadley Bagshaw’s special interests include MRI, CT, CT-angiography, ultrasound, radiography and fluoroscopy.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology
• Residency, Veterinary Radiology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Angell Animal Medical Center, Boston, MA
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, The Animal Medical Center, New York City
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

Dr. Bagshaw’s family consists of his wife and their three children.

• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Friendship Hospital for Animals, Washington D.C.
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Bachelor of Science, Public Health, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Dr. Craig Clifford has been a medical oncologist since 2003 and currently runs all oncology-based clinical trials at BluePearl Malvern. He is active in clinical research and serves as an advisory board member with industry and non-profit foundations. He has authored/co-authored over 70 papers and book chapters and frequently lectures at major veterinary meetings in the USA and abroad. Dr. Clifford is a member of the Mars Veterinary Oncology Advisory Board and the Oncology Pathology Working Group, has served on many VCS and American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) committees and was an Examiner for the Australian Scientist’s Oncology Specialty Exam.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)
• Residency, Medical Oncology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, Starkville
• Master of Science, Avian Virology, University of Delaware, Newark

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• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University, Ames
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Towson University, MD

Dr. Cuba enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, snowboarding, and golfing. He also enjoys trying new restaurants and breweries. At home he spends most of his time playing with his cat named Kiwi.

Dr. Elizabeth DiPaola was initially drawn to neurology because of its encompassing scope – medical neurology, neurosurgery and neuroimaging. Her clinical interests include immune-mediated or infectious neurologic conditions and intervertebral disc disease.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)
• Residency, Neurology & Neurosurgery, University of Wisconsin, Madison
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Oradell Animal Hospital, Paramus, NJ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
• Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology, Syracuse University, NY

Dr. DiPaola is a huge Syracuse sports fan and spends lots of time watching Syracuse basketball and football games. She has a rabbit named Andie, and her family’s dog is a miniature schnauzer named Zuzu.

Dr. Evan Ducker’s clinical practice emphasizes treatments that align with the client’s goals and maintain a good quality of life for their pet by integrating surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy into their care plan. He offers multiple radiation modalities, including:

• CyberKnife Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (CyberKnife SRT)
• Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
• Electron and manual planning
• Palliative care and pain management

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology-Radiation Oncology
• Resident, Radiation Oncology, University of Georgia, Athens
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Tampa, FL
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens
• Bachelor of Science, Agriculture, University of Georgia, Athens

Dr. Ducker is a huge soccer fan and enjoys spending time with his wife and two dogs, Nala and Isaac. He and his wife enjoy learning about new restaurants and unique foods all over the Northeast.

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Dr. Siobhan Haney has lectured both nationally and internationally. In addition, she has authored and co-authored several studies on conventional and stereotactic radiation treatments in companion animals. Her clinical practice treats tumors in pets with advanced radiation oncology services, including:

• CyberKnife stereotactic radiation therapy
• Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
• Palliative care

• Master of Business Administration, Penn State University, State College, PA
• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology-Radiation Oncology
• Residency, Radiation Oncology, Tufts University, Grafton, MA
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, NJ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Master of Science, Biology, Rutgers University, Camden, NJ
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, George Washington University, Washington, D.C.

Outside of work, Dr. Haney enjoys organizing and decluttering, fine art, old homes, late night Netflix marathons, riding her Peloton and spending time with her two energetic children and her husband, who is also a veterinarian.

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Dr. Brittany Hayes is most interested in working with blocked cats and increasing her knowledge in pain management solutions.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
• Associate of Applied Science, Financial Management, Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell AFB, AL

Dr. Hayes enjoys reading, hiking, riding her bike, being outdoors and spending time with her three cats, a Maine coon named Dayman, a domestic shorthair named Troll and a Persian named Charlie.

Dr. Kelly Himeback’s clinical interests include stabilizing and treating poly traumas, toxin ingestions and acute abdomens, such as GDV or septic peritonitis. She loves the feeling she gets when she sees a pet who comes in in critical condition, getting to walk out of the hospital with their family.

• Residency, Emergency & Critical Care, Cornell University Veterinary Specialists, Stamford, CT
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, VCA Aurora Animal Hospital, IL
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University, AL
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Delaware Valley University, Doylestown, PA

In her free time, Dr. Himeback enjoys hiking with her two labrador retrievers, spending time with her family, running road races, skiing, biking, reading and baking.

Dr. Kristin Kicenuik actively participates in clinical trials, has authored and coauthored multiple articles, case reports and blogs for both veterinarians and the public, as well as presented regional education lectures for veterinarians and support staff. She takes pleasure in fostering the human-animal bond and helping animals live longer and more comfortable lives despite their cancer diagnosis. She has a special interest in translational medicine and believes that having knowledge of the behavior and treatment of cancer in dogs and in people can ultimately benefit both species.

She works closely with surgeons and radiation oncologists to provide a comprehensive approach to cancer treatment. Her special interests lie in palliative care, multimodal pain management and promotion of quality of life.

Dr. Kicenuik uses chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy to treat a variety of pet cancer, including:

• Lymphoma
• Mast cell
• Melanoma
• Bladder
• Osteosarcoma
• Hemangiosarcoma

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)
• Residency, Medical Oncology, University of Georgia, Athens
• Internship, Medical Oncology, University of Georgia, Athens
• Internship, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, Houston, TX
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Oradell Animal Hospital, Paramus, NJ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
• Bachelor of Arts, Biologic Basis of Behavior, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

Outside of work, Dr. Kicenuik enjoys spending time with her fiancé and poodle mix, Winnie, outdoors hiking, kayaking and traveling.

• Internship, Ophthalmology, Animal Eye Consultants, Elgin, IL
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Auburn University, AL
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Stetson University, DeLand, FL

• Clinical Rotation, Oregon State University, Corvallis
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ross University, St. Kitts & Nevis, West Indies
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Immaculata University, Malvern, PA

Dr. Melendez enjoys creating art, reading and traveling. She has a cat named Kyo.

Dr. Abby Meltzer finds endocrine disorders, immune-mediated diseases and gastrointestinal disorders the most gratifying to treat.

• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Levittown, PA
• Internship, Internal Medicine, Hope Advanced Veterinary Center, Vienna, VA
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Animal Medical Center, New York City
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Bachelor of Arts, Biological Sciences. Wellesley College, MA

Dr. Meltzer enjoys cooking, travelling, going to musicals and extensive ice cream flavor testing with her partner.

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Dr. Caroline Monk’s professional interests include complicated corneal ulcers, entropion correction, and the human-animal bond. She is an active member of her specialty college, serving on a leadership committee.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
• Residency, Ophthalmology, University of Florida, Gainesville
• Internship, Large Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Kennett Square
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Dr. Monk lives with her husband, daughter, dog (Murphy) and cats (Zoey, Myrtle and Austin). In her free time, she enjoys hiking and camping.

Dr. Sarah Muhrer has over 10 years of emergency care experience. She finds multi-trauma cases and toxicities the most gratifying to treat.

• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Norristown, PA
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Outside of work, Dr. Muhrer loves competing in competitive dog sports with her border collie Epi and rescue dog Cadence. She also has a cat named Artemis and a turtle named Carapace who she has taught to do tricks.

When she’s not with her talented pets, Dr. Muhrer spends her time traveling and playing ultimate frisbee.

Dr. Christine Mullin has been board certified in medical oncology by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine since 2015. She joined BluePearl immediately after completing her residency. She has authored and co-authored several journal articles and book chapters, provided webinars on topics in veterinary oncology for VIN.com and presents continuing education programs for veterinarians and support staff both regionally and nationally. Dr. Mullin also has a strong interest in clinical research and has served as co-investigator for several clinical trials. She has served as a volunteer on the Northeast Veterinary Cooperative Oncology Group committee, ACVIM General Examination rating committee and ACVIM Continuing Education course planning committee.

In addition to chemotherapy services, Dr. Mullin provides consultations, diagnostics, immunotherapy and palliative care for pets with cancer. Her services aid in the treatment of:

• Immune system and blood cancers
• Bone cancer
• Soft tissue tumors
• Skin cancer
• Oral tumors
• Lung cancer
• Spleen and liver cancer
• Intestinal cancer
• Urinary tract cancer
• Mammary cancer
• Endocrine & neuroendocrine cancers

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)
• Residency, Medical Oncology, Oncology Service LLC, Washington DC
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls, NJ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, PA
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, College of New Jersey, Ewing

Dr. Mullin is a native of New Jersey where she and her husband share their home with two dogs and two cats.

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Dr. Paul Orsini is particularly interested in comparative dentistry, oral surgery, cleft palate repair and treating periodontal disease.

• Diplomate, American Veterinary Dental College
• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
• Residency, Small Animal Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Dr. Janet Peralta is especially interested in endocrinology, gastrointestinal and liver disease, respiratory disease and feline medicine.

• Residency, Small Animal Internal Medicine, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Levittown, PA
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Tufts University, North Grafton, MA
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Cook College, New Brunswick, NJ

Dr. Peralta grew up in Lima, Peru. She likes to cook Peruvian cuisine, read and visit family and friends abroad.

Dr. Sandra Perkowski has a special interest in anesthesia for critical care patients and pain management for both companion animals and equine patients.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia
• Certified Veterinary Medical Acupuncturist
• Doctor of Philosophy, Physiology, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
• Residency, Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Psychology, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH

Dr. Perkowski enjoys spending time on her farm with her six horses and participating in field trials with her three Weimaraners.

Dr. Jennifer Reagan enjoys all aspects of small animal surgery.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons-Small Animal
• Master of Science, Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
• Fellowship, Surgical Oncology, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
• Residency, Small Animal Surgery, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
• Fellowship, PennHIP Orthopedic Research, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center, TX
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Veterinary Specialists of South Florida, Cooper City
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman
• Bachelor of Arts, Biochemistry, Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA

Dr. Rebecca Risbon has been a medical oncologist since 2007 and is one of the founding oncologists at BluePearl Malvern, where she is active in clinical trials. She is also responsible for founding the medical oncology service at BluePearl Levittown. Dr. Risbon is an active member of the Veterinary Cancer Society and regularly attends meetings to stay current on continuing education.

Dr. Risbon’s clinical interests include:

• Immunotherapy
• Targeted therapy
• Canine histiocytic sarcoma

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology)
• Residency, Medical Oncology, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls, NJ
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls, NJ
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

Dr. Risbon and her husband have one son, and the family has two black labs, Franklin and Willowbee. She enjoys traveling, reading, running, and hiking with her dogs.

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Dr. Scott Roberts’ interests include both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. He considers it a priority to educate general practitioners and colleagues on the newest advances in veterinary surgery.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons-Small Animal
• Residency, Small Animal Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Middlebury College, VT

Dr. Curtis Schelling was one of the first radiology specialists to serve the needs of veterinarians by bringing ultrasound, CT and MRI imaging technology into private practice. He has over 31 years of diagnostic imaging experience, including more than 170,000 thoracic and abdominal ultrasound patient studies and 8,500 ultrasound-guided interventional procedures.

Dr. Schelling’s present focus is providing timely access and meaningful diagnostic results for patients referred through an outpatient diagnostic ultrasound imaging service.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Radiology
• Residency, Veterinary Radiology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Master of Science, University of Georgia, Athens
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, Rice University, Houston, TX

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Dr. Kevin Shanley is passionate about helping pets find relief from allergies, ear diseases, autoimmune skin diseases and adverse drug reactions. He has taught veterinary dermatology students, given lectures around the world and published numerous articles in veterinary journals.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology
• Residency, Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri, Columbia
• Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, University of Delaware, Newark

Dr. KimMi Whitehead’s particular interests include heat stroke, shock and trauma patients, endocrine emergencies and gastrointestinal dysmotility, a subject in which she is published.

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care
• Residency, Emergency & Critical Care, Oradell Animal Hospital, Paramus, NJ
• Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Animal Surgical Emergency Center, Los Angeles, CA
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
• Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Wellesley College, MA

Dr. Whitehead speaks, English, Korean and French, and also plays the cello. She and her husband have one daughter. Their family pets include a long-haired Sapsaree dog, a breed native to Korea, named Eleanor Rigby, and a cat named Sookie.