dawn leoffler,
front office manager

Dawn Leoffler manages the front office of the hospital. As a client you will have regular contact with Dawn when you check in and check out and schedule appointments. Additionally she is responsible for client updates, inventory management, and daily financial accounting. Dawn finds working with the clients and patients a refreshing change from her prior position as a special needs teacher. Dawn is a graduate of Bridgewater State College with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

donna silva,
nurse practitioner

Donna Silva has been a member of the Brockton Animal Hospital team for 19 years. Donna worked as a technician at the hospital for 16 years before becoming a nurse practitioner. As a nurse practitioner, she admits and releases surgical and medical patients, provides triage, and responds to medical inquiries. Prior to joining Brockton Animal Hospital Donna was a research assistant at Children's Hospital studying the effect of various medications on pulmonary hypertension. In her free time Donna fosters pregnant cats through the birth and weaning process for the MSPCA. Donna holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Stonehill College.

Kelly Fagan has been with Brockton Animal Hospital for 5 years. She joined the practice part time while she was finishing her undergraduate degree, and continued on fulltime after graduation. As a veterinary technician Kelly prepares patients for surgery, treats medical patients, provides laboratory services, and supervises surgical setup and supply. Kelly has a particularly gentle and compassionate manner with patients under her care. Kelly holds a Bachelor of Science in Geography from Bridgewater State College.

Cathy Dimond has been a veterinary technician for 6 years and at Brockton Animal Hospital for 5 years. Cathy and Kelly work closely together as veterinary technicians. Cathy also prepares patients for surgery, treats medical patients and provides laboratory services. Additionally Cathy consults clients in issues regarding behavior and training. She has a strong interest in behavior and training and takes continuing education courses in the area. Cathy has an affinity for large dogs, and her interest in fitness training is an asset in the care of these pets.

Sandra Tanen has been at Brockton Animal Hospital for 8 years. As hospital administrator she manages all non-medical aspects of the hospital including client relations, marketing, finance and personnel management. In a prior life Sandra was a Wall Street investment banker. She finds working at the hospital more rewarding as success is measured by the health of the patients and satisfaction of the clients, rather than strictly financial gain. Sandra holds a J.D. from Boston University School of Law.