VCA Newark Animal Hospital

Gayle Jaeger

Gayle H. Jaeger, DVM, MSpVM, DACVS-SA, a native of Long Island, New York, received her Bachelor's of Science from Syracuse University and earned her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from North Carolina State University. She completed an academic internship at Oklahoma State University and a specialized surgical internship in Orlando, Florida at Affiliated Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Jaeger then returned to North Carolina State University for her surgical residency training while earning a Masters degree in Specialized Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Jaeger was inducted into the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2004. Dr. Jaeger worked with California Veterinary Specialists in San Marcos, California specializing in Orthopedics and Surgical Oncology. She has an avid interest in orthopedic research and has authored several scientific articles including topics on range of motion, joint isometry, and shearing injuries. Why I Do What I Do.. "Being raised in a very mechanically inclined family, I have always been interested in surgery. My mother, when she was younger, had an interest in veterinary medicine, but during a time when it was not en vogue for women to enter into the progression. Being deterred, she was always supportive of her children's interests, and instilled the conviction in her children, that we could accomplish whatever we set our minds on. For me it was orthopedic surgery, and my erector sets and Legos became external skeletal fixators. For a short time in college I entertained entering the human field rather than veterinary medicine. I am thankful every day, with every lick in the face and tail wag, that I made the right decision." .

Joshua Levinson

Dr. Joshua Levinson, DVM, DACVECC is the Medical Director of Emergency and Specialty Services and received a BA from Oberlin College before earning his DVM from the University of Florida in 2002. He has practiced emergency medicine at VCA Newark since then, and completed a residency in Critical Care in 2009. His special areas of interest include endocrine derangements in the critical patient, hemoperitoneum, and sepsis/SIRS. Why I Do What I Do.. "The most important part of veterinary medicine to me is crisis management. The opportunity to care for pets in distress is a chance to help them when they need it most. The equipment that we have at VCA Newark allows me to intervene in a way that I find useful and rewarding. Concurrently, the crisis that owners face with their pet's emergency provides an occasion to inform and guide; an important responsibility. I can relate to those with a strong human-animal bond, and therefore take veterinary emergency medicine and critical care very seriously.".

Meredith Miller

Dr. Meredith Miller, DVM, DACVIM, initially began her career in veterinary medicine as a licensed veterinary technician trained at Medaille College in Buffalo, NY. From there she received both her B.S. and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. Dr. Miller pursued an internship at the VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in Norwalk, CT and then returned to Cornell University for residency training in internal medicine. . Dr. Miller has specific interests in endocrinology, hematology and infectious diseases, and above all enjoys the strong bond with both patient and client that internal medicine affords. Why I Do What I Do.. "My Dad is a retired veterinarian so a love for taking care of animals started early for me. I always 'assisted' my Dad when he had to bring a sick animal home at night to be watched closely, as there was not a 24 hour emergency clinic in the area at that time. These experiences, along with a love a love fro James Herriot books, inspired me to become a veterinarian. As an Internist my job now not only includes care of sick animals, but partnering with their owners to provide them the best care. For me, no job could be more rewarding. When I'm not at work I love spending time with my two spoiled cats, Newman and Fletcher.".

Jennifer Arculus

Dr. Jennifer Arculus received her BS degree in Animal Bioscience at Pennsylvania State University before attending the Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine to earn her DVM. She joined the General Practice team at VCA Newark in June, 2002. Dr. Arculus is currently the General Practice Medical Director. Why I Do What I Do.. "Like many veterinarians, I knew at very young age that I was going to be a veterinarian. It wasn't until I started as a technician at VCA Newark in 1990 that I truly began to understand what veterinary medicine was all about. It is being an advocate for the pet, an educator, a friend, a confidant for the pet's parents, and a positive role model for the community. With my 23 years of past experience, I truly believe that the staff, clients and pets of VCA Newark are my extended family.".

Christina Carothers

Dr. Carothers was born in the United States but moved to Europe with her family when she was four. She returned to the country when she was sixteen and graduated from the Virgina-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992 before completing a 1 year veterinary internship at VCA Newark Animal Hospital. She's been taking great care of our clients and their pets here ever since. When she's not hard at work in the hospital Dr. Carothers enjoys spending time with her husband Erik and two sons, Joshua and Gavin. She also enjoys riding her horse Snickers, hiking and scuba diving.

Carolyn Remsburg

Education: BS

Zeev Schwartz

Education: Master of Science, Veterinary Clinical Medicine

Caitlin Cotter

Ashley Williams

Dr. Ashley Williams received her B.S. degree in biology at Rutgers University before attending University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to earn her DVM. She joined the team at Newark in June 2013. When she's not at work in the hospital, Dr. Williams enjoys spending time with her family, her dog Samuel, and her cat Gus. She also enjoys traveling, yoga, and shopping. Why I Do What I Do.. "From a young age, I had a love for all animals. It wasn't until I started working as a veterinary technician assistant at an animal hospital that I realized my true passion for medicine, and from then on I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian, I believe that veterinary medicine is about caring for people and pets, and fostering the importance of the human-animal bond. I truly enjoy coming to work every day and the people I work with. I couldn't imagine myself doing anything else.".

Suzanne Khalafala

Dr. Suzanne Khalafala graduated with a B.S. in Biology from Susquehanna University and her DVM from The University of Tennessee. Her interests include small animal general practice and wildlife rehabilitation. Why I Do What I Do.. "Since I was young I have always enjoyed all types of animals. It wasn't until I started volunteering at a wildlife center that I realized the impact that working with animals can have on people, the environment, and the animals themselves. I hope to always work with animals of all species and the people that love them.".

Cara Toscano

Dr. Cara Toscano received her a B.S. degree in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Biology-Life Sciences from the University of Findlay in Ohio. She then attended The Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario to earn her DVM. She is interested in general practice, community outreach, and wildlife/zoological medicine. Why I Do What I Do.. "I became a veterinarian because.. in high school I was fascinated when we would dissect frogs in biology class. I wanted to know everything about how the animal body worked and functioned. This fascination has turned into a career in veterinary medicine." .

Ashley Williams

Dr. Ashley Williams received her B.S. in Biology at Rutgers University before attending University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to earn her DVM. She joined the team at VCA Newark in June 2013. When she's not at work in the hospital, Dr. Williams enjoys spending time with her family, her dog Samuel, and her cat Gus. she also enjoys traveling, yoga, and shopping. Why I Do What I Do.. "From a young age, I had a love for all animals. It wasn't until I started working as a technician assistant at an animal hospital that I realized my true passion for medicine, and from then on I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian. I believe that veterinary medicine is about caring for people and pets, and fostering the importance of the human-animal bond. I truly enjoy coming to work every day and the people I work with. I couldn't imagine myself doing anything else.".

Cara Toscano

Dr. Cara Toscano received a B.S. degree in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Biology-Life Sciences from the University of Findlay in Ohio. She then attended The Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario to earn her DVM. She is interested in general practice, community outreach, and wildlife/zoological medicine. Why I Do What I Do.. "I became a veterinarian because.. in high school I was fascinated when we would dissect frogs in biology class. I wanted to know everything about how the animal body worked and functioned. This fascination has turned into a career in veterinary medicine.".

Suzanne Khalafala

Dr. Suzanne Khalafala graduated with a B.S. in Biology from Susquehanna University and her DVM from The University of Tennessee. Her interests include small animal general practice and wildlife rehabilitation. Why I Do What I Do.. "Since I was young I have always enjoyed all types of animals. It wasn't until I started volunteering at a wildlife center that I realized the impact that working with animals can have on people, the environment, and the animals themselves. I hope to always work with animals of all species and the people that love them.".

Michelle Bateman

Dr. Bateman is a Pennsylvania native and graduated with a BS from Bridgewater College in 2005. She is a 2009 graduate of Ross University of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical training at Purdue University that same year. Following graduation, Dr. Bateman worked as a general practitioner in Middletown, Delaware until 2011 before making the transition to emergency and critical care positions in Virginia, Maryland and Delaware. Dr. Bateman worked in the emergency service here at VCA Newark Animal Hospital since April, 2013 and is excited to return to general practice!. Dr. Bateman spends her free time with her husband, daughter, three dogs, and one cat. Their hobbies include boating, hiking/running, and traveling.

Amy Tamulevicus

Dr. Tamulevicus graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. Prior to attending veterinary school, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Muhlenberg College, followed by a Master of Science degree from Rutgers University. After graduating from Tufts, she did an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Garden State Veterinary Specialists in New Jersey, and then completed a three-year residency in Small Animal Internal Medicine at Kansas State University in 2008. Dr. Tamulevicus has practiced in Brooklyn, New York and New Jersey. She is a board-certified specialist in internal medicine, with a strong interest in all aspects of internal medicine, particularly complex endocrinology cases; immune diseases; hematology; renal disease; infectious diseases; and oncology and chemotherapy. Dr. Tamulevicus' personal interests include kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, yoga, hiking, music, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends. She grew up in New Jersey (a true Jersey girl) and has returned to live in New Jersey with her better half. They have a very busy household with for very active and loving cats - Chadwick, Rosalita, Cassandra, and newest member Eli.