Our Team

The staff at Gateway Animal Hospital are compassionate and dedicated individuals whose goal is to deliver only the very best service for you and your pet. From the moment you and your pet arrive, we strive to make your visit a positive experience and that you receive warm, friendly, welcoming, and efficient care.

Like you, our staff members are pet lovers and take pet health very seriously. They have had years of training and experience in companion animal medicine and their mission is to help your pet get well and stay happy and healthy for life.

Want to join our team? Visit our Careers section.

Get to know us. Explore our biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

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Peter Dodd
Medical Director

Dr. Peter Dodd is the Medical Director of Gateway Animal Hospital. He received his DVM from the University of Tennessee. After spending 9 years in private practice, Dr. Dodd joined Gateway Animal Hospital in 2003 and has remained here ever since.

Dr. Dodd lives in Staten Island with his 3 dogs (Patches, Cleo, and Gordy) and 2 cats (Josie and BB). Outside of work, he likes to read books and tend to his gardens.
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Jennifer Shaw
Hospital Manager
Jen Shaw has been with VCA since 2014.

Veterinarians

Our veterinarians are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Explore our veterinarians' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital an excellent choice for your pet's care.

Veterinarian Support

Our technicians and support team members are all gentle animal lovers who treat your pets with the compassion and respect they deserve. Explore our support team members' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital such a good choice for your pet's care.

Administration

The hospital administration team consists of management personnel who oversee all staff members, hospital activities and the facilities. Together, they keep the hospital running smoothly, ensuring quality patient care and excellent client service. From the moment you check in, our administrative staff is here to deliver the best possible experience to you and your pet before, during and after your visit.

Client Services

We are committed to providing the best possible service and our Client Services team loves to exceed pet owner's expectations. Whether it's answering your calls, guiding you and your pet to the exam rooms or checking you in and out quickly, our Client Service representatives and Receptionists are dedicated to providing helpful client and patient support that raises the bar on customer service.

Pet Care Specialists

Just as we emphasize health, we also understand the value of providing a full line of care to our clients, which may include boarding and/or grooming services. Our team of caring and compassionate staff are here to offer your pets exceptional services that keep them feeling and looking their best while you're away.
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Our teams are united in our common purpose of taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
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