1597 Main St. • Weymouth • 781-340-0800
Hours:
Monday through Thursday 8 am - 8 pm
Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Saturday 8 am – 1 pm
Grace Strake, DVM
Dr. Grace Strake has been practicing in the south shore area for the past 10 years. She has built a reputation as one of the South Shores’ leading veterinary surgeons. Educated at the Freie University of Berlin, Germany, she completed the ECFVG internship program at Tufts University Foster School of Veterinary Medicine in 1995. Dr. Strake specializes in small animal medicine and surgery. She has completed extensive training in ultrasonography and has been scanning regularly for the past 6 years. Surgical experience includes all routine and non-routine soft tissue surgery including intestinal and bladder surgeries, feline thyroidectomies and laser surgery. She has much experience in avian and exotic medicine and is particularly specialized in ferret medicine. She also has a strong background in oncology and offers many chemotherapy treatment plans.
Dr Strake lives in Scituate with her husband Michael and sons Ben and Josh. Her familiy is completed by her 3 dogs, Bronson, Spencer, and Tessie, 4 cats - Joey, Alina, Mietzie, Pi, and 2 aquatic turtles, Tex and Rex.
Dr. Strake is also a professional violinist with the Plymouth Philharmonic and an avid Red Sox Fan.
Lori Harvey, DVM
Dr. Harvey is a 1993 graduate of Tufts Veterinary School and has many years experience in small animal and exotic medicine. She has special interests in avian medicine, small mammals and reptiles. Dr. Harvey also has a strong background in general and soft tissue surgery and dentistry. She has been practicing on the South Shore for 12 years. Her outside hobbies include competitive swimming and running mini triathlons.
Dr Harvey lives in Kingston with her husband Doug and daughter Michelle as well as their 2 cockatiels, a Pionus parrot, and a much loved house rabbit.
Liz Czaplicki, DVM
Dr. Liz Czaplicki graduated from The Ohio State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2004 following a degree in biology from the University of Vermont. After vet school she completed an internship in equine medicine and surgery from Rochester Equine Clinic before joining Black Pond Vet Service in Norwell, MA. Dr. Liz was certified in equine acupuncture at the Chi Institute while at Black Pond. She is a member of the AVMA and serves as the chairperson for the membership committee of the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Liz comes to South Coastal Animal Health witha strong interest in ultrasound and is planning to expand her acupuncture training to treat small animals.
Liz lives in Hingham with her lab Tristan, cat Emma and husband Kyle. Her horse Patrick lives in Pembroke where there is more room. In her spare time Liz loves to travel and kayak. She has traveled in Africa, Europe and Central America and has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro.
Nikki
Nikki,our Practice Manager, is a Certified Veterinary Technician and holds a bachelor’s degree from UMass Boston. She has several years experience as a veterinary technician and receptionist. Nikki has a Weimeraner named Oliver and cats Ivan, Zoe, Gracie and Noah. We are sure that your pets will love Nikki as much as we do.
Doris
Doris, a Certified Veterinary Technician, comes to us from Vetcision where she assisted in the surgical practice. Her previous experience includes several years working with the Animal Rescue League. Doris holds a Batchelor's degree in Animal Science from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. Doris owns a Jack Russell named Nopi, and a cat named Oscar.
Jill
Jill comes to us with many years of experience as a veterinary and medical office receptionist. Jill has a Pomeranian named Korbel and 4 cats, William, Charles, Toby and Stormy that even her husband likes.
Amy
Amy has worked with Dr. Strake for many years as a Veterinary Technician. In her spare time she is a well known Rotweiller breeder. Amy owns a cat named Pickles who peacefully coexists with her 4 Rotweillers, Niko, Sable, Sunny and Savannah, and her Labrador Harley.
Brian
Brian joined our team in July, 2007. He has completed his studys to becom a Certified Veterinary Technician and is currently awaiting that certiafication. He has also studied at Mount Ida College. Brian has many years experience in the field including several years at New England Wildlife Clinic. He owns a 3-legged terrier named Fern and 3 cats - Grey Goose, Kahlua and Miss May. and, yes, he's single.
Lauren
Lauren isa recent graduate of Bridgewater State College where she majored in Environmental Biology. She has several years of experience as a Veterinary Technician and Receptionist. Lauren has a Great Dane which outweighs her by at least 50 pounds and 2 kittens, Mimi and Scout.
Karen
Karen is our part-time receptionist and full time animal lover. Her managerie includes 2 Pugs, Finn, shown in this picture, 2 cats, 3 boys and 1 husband.
Ben
Ben is currently attending The University of Rochester. He will be back for the holidays and through the summer months.
Specialists
Cardiology – Mark Stamoulis and Josh Gidlewski are board certified veterinary cardiologists who will be available for cardiac consults and echocardiograms.
Surgery – Dr. Michelle Kudisch is a board certified veterinary surgeon. She is available to us for advanced orthopedic procedures.