Our Team
Meet Our Veterinarians
At Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod, our doctors don’t just practice veterinary medicine. They build lasting relationships rooted in trust and compassion. Each veterinarian on our team brings a unique perspective, a deep commitment to learning, and a shared belief in whole pet wellness, from physical health to emotional well-being.
We invite you to explore the biographies and stories below and get to know the people behind the care. Together, we serve pets and their people across Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich, Hyannis, and beyond with expertise, heart, and a commitment to doing what’s right every time.
We invite you to explore the biographies and stories below and get to know the people behind the care. Together, we serve pets and their people across Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich, Hyannis, and beyond with expertise, heart, and a commitment to doing what’s right every time.
Tom Burns
DVM Hospital Director
In his own words, Dr. Burns decided to become a veterinarian because, “It’s what I was born to do. I’ve…
Robert Labdon
DVM
Dr. Robert Labdon established Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in 1975. Over the past several decades, the positive feedback, and expressions…
Abby Pisinski
DVM
Dr. Pisinski cannot recall the exact moment that she realized she wanted to become a veterinarian; she simply says, “It’s…
Barbara Kmiecik
DVM
Dr. Barbara Kmiecik first joined Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in 2015 and has been practicing veterinary medicine on Cape…
Susan Neary
DVM
At an early age, Dr. Susan Neary had dreamed of caring for a farm complete with animals of all sorts. In…
Michelle Zarif
DVM
Dr. Michelle Zarif first joined our team at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in March 2009. A native of Worcester…
Eric Stone
DVM
Dr. Stone grew up in Massachusetts and received his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.…
Travis Lang
DVM
Meet Dr. Lang, a dedicated veterinarian whose lifelong passion for animals led him to a fulfilling career in veterinary medicine.…
Christina Chamberlin
DVM
When Dr. Chamberlin steps into an appointment, she focuses on two primary goals. First, she ensures that pet owners feel…
Isabel Chaves
DVM
Dr. Chaves is a Cape Cod native and proud graduate of Dennis–Yarmouth Regional High School. After completing her Bachelor’s degree in…
Meet Our Hospital Administration Team
Leading with compassion and clarity, our practice manager ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes so your experience feels effortless and your pet receives exceptional care.
Tom Burns
DVM Hospital Director
In his own words, Dr. Burns decided to become a veterinarian because, “It’s what I was born to do. I’ve…
Kristin Cohan
Practice Manager
Originally from the South Shore, Kristin relocated to Cape Cod in 2015. Kristin has been engaged in the field of veterinary…
Holly
Assistant Practice Manager
Holly is the Technician Team Lead at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod and loves serving pet owners in the Cape Cod…
Chris
Tech Team Lead
Chris joined Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in 1995. Prior to working at VACC, Chris received her degree in Zoology…
Taylor
Client Service Team Lead, International Pet Travel Coordinator
Taylor first joined the team at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in January of 2021, bringing with her six years of…
Meet Our Veterinary Technicians
At Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod, our doctors don’t just practice veterinary medicine. They build lasting relationships rooted in trust and compassion. Each veterinarian on our team brings a unique perspective, a deep commitment to learning, and a shared belief in whole pet wellness, from physical health to emotional well-being.
We invite you to explore the biographies and stories below and get to know the people behind the care. Together, we serve pets and their people across Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich, Hyannis, and beyond with expertise, heart, and a commitment to doing what’s right every time.
We invite you to explore the biographies and stories below and get to know the people behind the care. Together, we serve pets and their people across Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich, Hyannis, and beyond with expertise, heart, and a commitment to doing what’s right every time.
Chris
Tech Team Lead
Chris joined Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in 1995. Prior to working at VACC, Chris received her degree in Zoology…
Heidi
CVT
Heidi joined the team at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod almost 18 years ago. Heidi has a special interest in…
Morgan
CVT
Morgan graduated from Mount Ida College in 2016 with a bachelor’s in animal science and received her CVT in August…
Kristene
CVT
Kristene is a Certified Veterinary Technician who began working in the Veterinary Field in 2019. She started as a Kennel…
Michelle
CVT
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Lorisa
CVT
Lorisa joined the Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod team after graduating from Mount Ida College with a bachelor’s degree in Veterinary…
Jen
BS, LVS
Jen joined Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in 2012. Native to New York, she earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.)…
Kelly
Veterinary Technician
For just over 6 years, Kelly has worked at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod as part of the Technical Team. As an…
Sydney
Veterinary Technician
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Kayleigh
Veterinary Technician
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Eranne
Veterinary Technician
Eranne joined Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in 2013. She enjoys anesthesia and surgery. She has recently been tasked with being…
Samantha
Veterinary Technician
Sam has been a part of the Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod family for over 11 years as a Veterinary…
Lindsey
Veterinary Technician
Working at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod for 8 years, Lindsey first began as a member of the Client Services…
Angelina
Veterinary Technician
Angie officially joined the team at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod the spring of 2022. Before joining our team, Angie…
AJ
Technician Assistant
Meet AJ, a valued member of the Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod team since the spring of 2022. Eager to…
Haley
Technician Assistant
Haley joined the VACC team in January. She is currently working in our resort and is enrolled in Penn Foster…
Haley
Technician Assistant
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Brianna
Technician Assistant
Meet Brianna, our dedicated veterinary professional at VACC since June 2023. Before joining our team, Brianna’s passion for music echoed…
Brynn
Technician Assistant
Meet Brynn, a Cape native with a profound passion for animals. Since joining our team in 2023, Brynn has progressed…
Victor
Technician Assistant
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Autumn
Technician Assistant
Meet Autumn, a dedicated member of the VACC veterinary team since November 2023. Autumn works at the Salty Paws Resort,…
Nenad
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Meet Our Client Service Team
Your first warm welcome and your go-to support. Our client services team is here to answer questions, offer guidance, and ensure your visit is as smooth as it is friendly.
Taylor
Client Service Team Lead, International Pet Travel Coordinator
Taylor first joined the team at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in January of 2021, bringing with her six years of…
Shirley
Client Service Representative
Shirley has been a staple of the front desk staff for 56 years! Shirley grew up on Cape Cod and…
Karen
Client Service Representative
Karen started working at Veterinary Associates of Cape Cod in 1989! Before joining our team here, she graduated from a…
Lizzy
Client Service Representative
Meet Lizzy! She joined our team in May of 2021, bringing with her a Veterinary Assistant Certificate from Upper Cape…
Jen
Client Service Representative
Bailey
Client Service Representative
Bailey has been part of the hospital team since 2023, starting at the front desk as a Client Service Representative and…
Jill
Client Service Representative
Meet Jill, who joined the VACC CSR team in December of 2024! Originally from Central Massachusetts, Jill made the move…
Kristyn
Client Service Representative
Kristyn joined the VACC team in the summer of 2020 and brings over five years of experience in the veterinary…
Cat
Client Service Representative
Catherine (“Cat”) joined our team in the fall of 2025, bringing her lifelong love of animals and her warm, welcoming…
Patient Care Attendants
Focused on comfort, observation, and emotional well-being, our patient care attendants provide gentle, attentive support to ensure each pet feels safe, seen, and at ease.