Dr. Russell howe-smith, MS, VMD.
Dr. Howe-Smith earned his veterinary degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. His interests include primary care, rehabilitation, orthopedics, pain management, and geriatrics.
He has a strong interest in orthopedic surgery, and has worked to incorporate the use of rehabilitation and physical medicine to speed post operative recovery of his patients at the Cherry Hill Animal Hospital.
As his interest and expertise in rehabilitation grew, Dr. Howe-Smith quickly recognized the enormous potential that this form of therapy holds for the alleviation of pain and management of many chronic diseases. Since he founded PetPT in 1999, Dr. Howe-Smith has become known as an innovative pioneer in this rapidly developing field.
Dr. Noelle Knight, VMD, Ph.D.
Dr. Knight grew up in Southern Maine and attended Dartmouth College where she majored in biology. She then moved to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania and earn her veterinary degree in 2015 and a PhD in Developmental, Stem Cell, and Regenerative Biology in 2017 as part of the combined VMD-PhD Program. She completed her PhD research in an orthopaedic laboratory and focused on developing novel therapeutics using stem cells and growth factors.
Dr. Knight has special interests in Regenerative Medicine, Reproduction and Pediatrics, as well as Preventative Care. Dr. Knight lives in Philadelphia with her husband Jon and their 3 dogs, 2 cats, and a continuous stream of foster animals. In her spare time, she enjoys riding her horse, kayaking, traveling to new places, growing an insane number of heirloom tomatoes, and exploring the Philadelphia food scene.
Dr. Dana taylor, VMD
Kim Franek - PRACTICE MANAGER
Twenty years ago, Kim interviewed at Cherry Hill Animal Hospital where she was offered a special opportunity to develop the skills necessary to flourish in the world of veterinary medicine (an opportunity she accredits to a wonderful woman by the name of Deborah McCarroll). As a result, Kim has now worked in the business for over 26 years. She has found great joy in working with geriatric and special needs dogs during her time with Haven and PetPT, where she continues to spread positivity and strength. Having survived breast cancer, Kim is grateful for every day she gets to spend with our patients, clients, and staff. She also enjoys music, concerts, and spending quality time her two dogs Barry and Martini.
Beth Tomasello - Rehab Department Manager
Beth Tomasello, who has been with PetPT since 2006, is the Rehabilitation Manager. She is a CCRA (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Assistant) through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute, and she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Illinois University. She was thrust into the world of canine rehabilitation when her pitbull Waffles suffered a spinal cord injury and became paralyzed. Beth researched extensively what care was best for rehabbing and maximizing Waffles’ quality of life. Subsequently, she switched careers from glass artistry to Canine Rehabilitation and happily joined the staff at PetPT. Having had many disabled animals, both past and current, Beth particularly enjoys supporting clients as they find themselves in new and stressful situations with their beloved special needs pets.
Linda Fusco - GENERAL PRACTICE MANAGER
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Gus howe-smith - security guard
When Gus is not patrolling the hallways, you can often find him doing one of two things; sleeping, or eating. As both Haven and PetPT’s mascot, Gus has left quite the impression on the hearts of many.
