At Sunderland Animal Hospital we are dedicated to providing high quality care for both pets and owners in a compassionate, nurturing environment.

Provision of comprehensive  advanced medical care to our patients is accomplished in part through ongoing staff education of the most current medical procedures  and products available.  Sharing this information with our clients allows the owner to make the best decision for their pets and themselves.

Clients and their pets are treated like members of our family.  By listening to and respecting the opinions and wishes of the owner while keeping the interest of the pet in mind, we are able to enhance a long term relationship between owners and their pets.

Our Veterinarians and Support Staff

	Steven M. Ellis, DVM received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 1985 and his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1993.  He returned to the Pioneer Valley in 1996 after working in the Boston area and opened Sunderland Animal Hospital in 2001. Currently, along with his wife and two boys, his family consists of 3 cats and 2 dogs.
	Nancy E. Famigletti, DVM is at Sunderland Animal Hospital on alternate Saturdays.  She graduated from Cornell Vet School in 1993 and moved to the Pioneer Valley in 1994.  Dr. Famigletti has worked as an associate veterinarian at Holyoke Animal Hospital and Valley Veterinary Hospital, and since 2005 has been working as a relief vet at various hospitals and animal shelters in the area.  Both animals and people always appreciate how calm, gentle and thorough she is.
	Katie Allard, Office Manager, CVT has worked in the animal health field for 6 years.  She started her career at the Dakin Animal Shelter in Leverett and found the work very gratifying and exciting.  While enrolled at Holyoke Community College veterinary technician program Katie completed an externship at the Sunderland Animal Hospital and joined the staff full time upon graduating. Katie currently lives with her 3 cats and 2 dogs and enjoys hiking and spending time with family and friends.
	Kendra Trainor, CVT graduated from Russell Sage College in '04 with a Bachelor's degree in Biopsychology and became a member of the SAH staff in May of '07.  A recent graduate of Holyoke Community College's Veterinary Technician program, Kendra enjoys spending time with family, friends and her Morgan horse named Buzz.
	Crystal Chamberlain is currently enrolled in the Veterinary Technician Program at Holyoke Community College.  She began working at SAH as an intern in January 2008, became a part-time member of the staff in October and will be graduating in the spring of 2009.  Crystal lives in Greenfield with her family and shares ownership of Kado, her Siberian Husky, with her boyfriend.  She also enjoys the company of her turtle and rabbit.  In her spare time, Crystal enjoys four-wheeling, snowmobiling and shopping.
	Lauren Cerillo joined our staff in February of '07.  A true animal lover, she often brought animals home as a child... uninvited, of course.  Lauren is currently a student at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst.  She enjoys summertime and spending time with friends.  Lauren lives in Greenfield with her two cats Leo and Shinobee, and looks forward to forging new relationships with clients and their animals.
	Kim Barry, CVT has worked at Sunderland Animal Hospital since July of 2003 and is currently our staff nutritionist.  Kim lives in Northfield with her husband Mike and daughter Jaida, who was born in 2005.  She is also owned by 3 Vizslas.  Kim is an active member and vice president of the Vizsla Club of Central New England.
	Debra Ellis, MS PT, NCS, earned  her Masters Degree in Physical Therapy from Columbia University  in 1991, and a clinical specialization in Neurologic Physical Therapy in 1997.  She has published several articles on the subject of physical rehabilitation for animals in both veterinary and human forums.  In addition to her work at Sunderland Animal Hospital she teaches physical therapy at Springfield College.
	Murphy is our new clinic kitty!  We are very excited to have added him to the staff of the Sunderland Animal Hospital.  Murphy's duties include welcoming clients and patients at the reception desk, keeping our staff company, and keeping unattended chairs warm.

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