Meet Our DVMs
Welcome to our Veterinary Clinic, where your pet is a part of our family! We support your lifelong harmonious relationship with your fur-baby by providing quality, compassionate care that you expect and that your pets deserve. We provide preventive medicine, laser treatments, dental, surgical care, and nutrition consulting to support your pet's unique needs. Our facility is conveniently located under the same roof as JM Pet Resort to serve 360° of Happy Health® for pets and pet parents.
Dr. Kristian Sorbo
Dr. Kristian Sorbo has over 13 years of experience in the UK and the US, bringing a wealth of knowledge including expertise in echocardiograms, sonography, general surgery, and emergency and critical care as well as a deep passion for animal care to our clinic. Dr. Sorbo grew up in Norway, where his love for animals sparked during his summer job milking cows! Known for his warm, friendly demeanor, Dr. Sorbo meets pet parents where they are on their pet care journey, ensuring every visit is a comfortable and reassuring experience. As Veterinary Medical Director, he will lead our medical team with expertise and compassion, enhancing our services to support the health and well-being of your pets.
When not at work, Dr. Sorbo can be found hiking, skiing, and biking throughout New England and spending time with his wife and their young son. Their family also includes Sophie Spitfire—a cat whose name doesn’t quite match her sweet and gentle personality.
Dr. Lauren Poganik
Dr. Lauren Poganik brings a caring, well-rounded background in veterinary medicine, with special interests in soft tissue surgery, animal behavior, and the care of exotic pets. A graduate of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, she has provided exceptional care in a variety of settings, from busy general practices to leadership roles where she helped develop hospital standards and mentor fellow veterinarians.
Dr. Poganik enjoys building trusting relationships with pet parents and creating thoughtful treatment plans that meet each pet’s unique needs. Her experience spans everything from surgical procedures to caring for exotic species, and she’s passionate about making every visit a positive experience for both pets and their families.
In her spare time, Dr. Poganik enjoys baking, running, and playing video games. She lives in Dedham with her husband, three cats (Susan, Snickerdoodle, and Lenny), and two dogs (Doug and Petunia). Doug and Petunia are also regulars at JM Pet Resort, where they love spending their days at daycare!
Dr. Susanne Szekely
Dr. Susanne Szekely has 12 years of veterinary medicine and surgery experience working as an emergency room doctor. In that time, she pursued advanced training in surgery, neuro-surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry to bring top-notch surgical care to her patients. In 2021, Dr. Szekely completed her certification as a Veterinary Dental Practitioner through the International Veterinary Dental Institute.
When she's not in the Clinic, Dr. Szekely enjoys skiing, paddling, gardening and cultivating mushrooms. She has two dogs of her own: Sprocket, a 13- year-old ball-crazed Labradoodle, and a rambunctious 1-year old mutt named Mars.
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Dr. Victoria Carmella
Dr. Victoria Carmella is passionate about providing exceptional veterinary care, combining over 15 years of experience in clinical practice, emergency medicine, and pet wellness. A graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, she has dedicated her career to helping pets thrive-whether through hands-on care, hospital leadership, or advancing pet nutrition.
Her background spans everything from treating patients in general practice to overseeing multi-site emergency hospitals, always with a focus on compassionate, high-quality care.
She loves building relationships with pet parents, ensuring they feel informed and supported every step of the way. As a Fear Free Certified veterinarian, Dr. Carmella is committed to creating stress-free experiences for pets. She also serves on the board of the Animal Cancer Foundation, supporting research and innovation in pet health. When not caring for pets, Dr. Carmella loves cheering on her three children at soccer games and other sporting events or enjoying the outdoors with her three Labradors and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel!
Dr. Taylor Jones
Dr. Taylor Jones is a dedicated veterinarian with a passion for small animal medicine, urgent care, and making a difference in the lives of pets and their families. A graduate of University College Dublin School of Veterinary Medicine, she brings a wealth of experience in internal medicine and preventive wellness.
Dr. Jones has worked in a variety of clinical settings, from fast-paced urgent care to general practice, seamlessly adapting to different teams and hospital environments while always prioritizing compassionate, high-quality care. She is Fear Free Certified, ensuring a calm and stress-free experience for pets during their visits.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Jones is passionate about sustainability in veterinary medicine, having been recognized as a United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Finalist for her innovative work in making veterinary hospitals more environmentally friendly.
Outside of work, she loves spending time with her Border Collie, Olive who keeps her on her toes. They're all about running, dock diving, and agility-Olive is always up for the challenge! When not with her pup, Dr. Jones is usually chasing the perfect wave and traveling to new destinations to surf.
What Our Customers Say
We love all of our customers throughout the South Shore, including Brockton, Easton, Mansfield, Stoughton, Taunton, Raynham, Bridgewater, Randolph, Weymouth, Sharon, Boston, Canton, West Bridgewater, Avon, Norton, Foxborough, Lakeville, and more.
