For over 25 years, our partnership with top veterinary experts nationwide is driven by our passion for excellence, allowing us to offer expertise and guidance that you can rely on to keep your pet happy and well -- every day.
Dr. Lori Teller
Dr. Lori Teller is a graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine (TAMU CVM) and a board-certified diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) in Canine and Feline Practice. Having worked at Meyerland Animal Clinic for many years and then joined the faculty at TAMU CVM where she is a Clinical Professor. She is passionate about her teaching role, as well as the use of telemedicine in the veterinary field.
Dr. Teller is a past President of the Harris County and Texas Veterinary Medical Associations and was the recipient of the TVMA's Recent Graduate of the Year Award, as well as several President’s Awards. In September 2019, she was honored with the Visionary Award by the Southwest Veterinary Symposium. Dr. Teller has served on several committees and task forces for the American Veterinary Medical Association, and recently finished her service on the AVMA Board of Directors, culminating in the role of President. She serves as an AVMA Ambassador, meeting with Congressional Representatives, and testified before the Presidential Advisory Council to Combat Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria (PACCARB) and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Health. Currently, Dr. Teller is a Canine/Feline Regent for the ABVP and serves on ABVP’s Board of Directors.
Dr. Teller is the host of a monthly radio spot on Houston’s NPR radio station and serves as an educator and mentor to many veterinary students, recent graduates, and young leaders, helping them navigate the complicated world of veterinary medicine and life beyond the boundaries of work.
Dr. Jodi Long
Dr. Long received her DVM degree from Texas A & M University in 2001 after completing a bachelor’s and master’s degree in animal science from Stephen F. Austin State University and a bachelor’s degree from Texas A & M University.
Dr. Long began her career while in high school, starting as a kennel assistant at a mixed animal veterinary clinic in Bonham, Texas. She served in reception and technician/assistant roles prior to and during her time in veterinary school.
Her first veterinary position was at Angleton Veterinary Clinic in Angleton, Texas, then Bay Glen Animal Hospital, an AAHA accredited small animal hospital in Houston, Texas. She joined the team as an associate and later became a partner. She and her partners joined the NVA community in 2013. Since joining NVA, Dr. Long has served as an associate DVM role and MDVM (single and multi-site). Her current position is as a general practice mentor veterinarian for new graduate and early career veterinarians in New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
In addition to her clinical roles, she is active in organized veterinary medicine and is a past President of the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Karen Bradley
Dr. Karen Bradley graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. Early in her career she worked in companion animal relief and emergency medicine in the Atlanta area before relocating to Vermont. There she became a co-owner of Onion River Animal Hospital in 2003.
Her volunteer work includes being the veterinarian of record for her local Humane Society and spay-neuter work in St. Lucia. Dr. Bradley has been active in the Vermont VMA and the AVMA, serving many roles on committees and boards of each. In 2013, Dr. Bradley co-founded the not-for-profit WVLDI, to inspire and support women seeking leadership, policy, and decision-making positions in veterinary medicine.
As an advocate, Dr. Bradley has spoken at more than a dozen conferences nationwide. Her work with WVLDI led her to be listed on the “14 Vets to Watch in 2014” list by Veterinary Practice News and in 2016, she was voted WVC Practice Management Speaker of the Year. She co-authored the JAVMA commentary, “A Renewed Call for Veterinary Leaders” in 2015. In 2017, she received the Distinguished Alumni Award from her alma mater, the UGA CVM. She is devoted to encouraging veterinarians to buy into veterinary practices, get involved in organized veterinary medicine, and develop the leadership skills to succeed.
Dr. Valarie Tynes
Dr. Valarie Tynes is a native Texan and received her DVM from Texas A&M University. She worked in private practice for 14 years before moving to California to pursue a residency in clinical animal behavior at the University of California at Davis in 2000. She has been a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists since 2003 and Board Certified in Animal Welfare since 2018.
Her special interests are the behavior and welfare of pet pigs, exotic pets and zoo animals. She has been actively involved in the Fear Free initiative since its inception and serves on the Fear Free Speakers Bureau. She is a frequent speaker at veterinary meetings around the world and author of numerous articles and textbook chapters. She currently serves as the shelter veterinary behaviorist for the SPCA of Texas.
Dr. Douglas Kratt
Dr. Douglas Kratt is a veterinarian known for his service to veterinary medicine as a hospital owner and servant leader to many veterinary and community organizations. With over two decades of experience, he has earned a reputation for his expertise in veterinary medicine, particularly in small animal care. His interests include nutrition, surgery, animal health, and welfare. Dr. Kratt received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he developed a strong foundation in veterinary sciences and a passion for improving the lives of animals and their human companions.
Throughout his career, Dr. Kratt has advocated for the veterinary profession, actively participating in various professional organizations(AVMA, WVMA, Viticus). He served as the President of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA), where he worked tirelessly to promote veterinary education, enhance animal health policies, and support veterinary professionals locally and internationally. His leadership and dedication have significantly impacted the veterinary community. Dr. Douglas Kratt has played a role in the health of canine police officers, providing expert veterinary care to many of the Canine Officers in West Central Wisconsin and the Wisconsin State Patrol.
In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Kratt is committed to mentoring the next generation of veterinarians. Dr. Douglas Kratt's unwavering commitment to excellence and his passion for veterinary medicine continues to inspire and influence the field. When not in the Hospital, you can find him participating in community organizations, such as Oktoberfest USA, in his hometown of La Crosse.
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