| Meet the Vets & Staff |
| Our Veterinarians |
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Brooks A. Ahalt, DVM
Dr. Ahalt was born and raised in the Jefferson area. He has practiced at Jefferson Veterinary Hospital since 1999 and became the owner of the practice in 2004. Dr. Ahalt was awarded his BS in biology from Elon College, North Carolina, and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Following his graduation, he completed an intensive 12-month small animal medicine and surgery internship at Oklahoma State University.
Dr. Ahalt enjoys all aspects of practice but has a special interest in soft tissue surgery and oncology (the medical and surgical treatment of cancer). He strives to be the best advocate for your pet’s health and provide the best services for both you and your pet.
Dr. Ahalt has four children Cole, Zeb, Luke and Caden. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys a variety of outdoor activities. His is very involved with his children and their extracurricular activities and can be frequently seen shouting words of encouragement from the sidelines of the ice rink and soccer fields around Frederick County, and on the field at Staley Park as coach of a Frederick National Little League team.
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Megan Rynarzewski, DVM
Dr. Megan Rynarzewski has been with Jefferson Veterinary Hospital since February 2008. She grew up in Woodbine, Maryland, and still resides there today. She attended Virginia Tech for undergraduate studies and undertook her veterinary studies at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, earning her DVM in May 2006.
Dr. Megan has special interest in preventative medicine, endocrinology (hormone and glandular issues) and surgery. She truly believes in delivering the best possible care for, and establishing close relationships with, her clients and their pets. Her interests outside of work include working with youth in 4-H, gardening, watching football (GO HOKIES!), and spending time with her family and friends.
Editorial Note: Ok, Dr. Megan you are in MD now - GO TERPS!!!!!! |
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| Hospital Staff |
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Joyce Shaff , Receptionist
Joyce has been the receptionist at Jefferson Veterinary Hospital since 1988. She has a dog named Munchkin and 3 cats (Thumper, Sweet Pea & Gordon). She enjoys working with the clients and their pets. |
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Kristin Lohr, Receptionist
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Emily Fawley Utterback, Veterinary Technician
Emily has worked at the Jefferson Veterinary Hospital for 7 years. She was born and raised on her families dairy farm in Jefferson. She takes care of many animals both at work and at home. She is pictured here with her golden retriever "Meg" |
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Rebecca Younkers,
Veterinary Technician
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Lisa Harvey, Veterinary Technician |
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Brandy Hutts, Veterinary Technician |
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Tommie Jean Shaffer, Veterinary Assistant
Tommie Jean has been with Jefferson Veterinary Hospital since August 2005. She loves working with animals and cannot imagine being in any other business. At home she has 3 playfull cats: Boots, Mozart, and Thumper. Tommie Jean is originally from Texas and moved to the area in October 2003. She looks forward to working with you and your pets.
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Jaclyn Adams, Veterinary Assistant |
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Vivianna Dalton, Veterinary Assistant |
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