Timothy J. Ireland, V.M.D.,

Owner

I was born and raised in Northeast Philadelphia. I attended Holy Ghost Prep and Delaware Valley College prior to veterinary school at the University of Pennsylvania. Graduating in 1990, my first job was at Newtown Veterinary Hospital. I purchased NVH from Fred Guenther, V.M.D. in November of 1992. Outside the office, the loves of my life are my wife, Lynda, son Timmy II, and daughters Abby and Angelina. My non-human family members include a golden retriever (Sandy), Shih Tzu (Wolfie), a calico (Puppy), a gray tiger cat (Silver) and a black cat (Inky) and two cows! (Milkshake and Buttercup). Other than veterinary medicine and surgery, my interests include singing, soccer, and track and field. I like all aspects of practice, but especially enjoy soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. I was elected to the executive committee of the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association for 2003-2006. I served as VP in 2003, president-elect in 2004, and president in 2005! This volunteer organization is the largest group of organized veterinarians in the state. http://www.pavma.org

Judith E. Palm V.M.D.

I was a New York City native who came to this region in 1986 after college. I am a 1990 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and a classmate of Dr. Ireland. I have practiced at a cat only hospital in Philadelphia as well as New York State before returning to this area. I practiced at a veterinary clinic in New Jersey prior to coming to NVH. I currently live in Hatboro with my husband, David, and two cats, Spoof and Little Mister.

Angela Summers V.M.D.

I was born and raised in Indianapolis, IN. I graduated with honors from the University of Richmond with a B.S. in Biology in 1997 and am a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine class of 2002. I joined the staff in June 2002.

I am especially interested in educating clients about their pet's healthcare. I am also interested in canine behavior and worked in the Behavior Clinic at the Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania during veterinary school. There I observed that behavior problems in the pet population are very common and can often result in the owner surrendering the pet to a shelter or even euthanasia. I feel that this can often be avoided through proper training and behavior modification as the problems develop.

I live in Langhorne with my husband Danny, our sons Jack, and the twins Sam and Mark, our dog, Casey, and our cat, Sadie.

Jaime Logan V.M.D.

I grew up on a horse farm in Newtown and went to Council Rock High School. I graduated from Dickinson College with a B.A. in Political Science and worked in banking for a short time. Having spent my childhood with horse dirt under my nails, I came to the realization that wearing a suit to work every day was not for me and immediately applied to vet school. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. I completed a one year Fellowship in Transfusion Medicine at Penn and since then, I have loved practicing veterinary medicine.

I started at NVH in June 2008. My position at Newtown Veterinary Hospital allows me the opportunity to practice high quality medicine, build lasting relationships with my patients and their families and raise my own family in a community I love.

Jaaron Graham D.V.M.

I am from a small town in Western Pennsylvania just north of Pittsburgh. After high school, I attended Tufts University in Massachusetts, spent a year in the UK doing coursework in Biochemistry, and returned to Tufts to complete my undergraduate degree in Biology. I then spent some time doing research in molecular biology before starting at Tufts Veterinary School in 2001.

During veterinary school, I received a military scholarship so after graduating I immediately began military training and assumed the position of a Veterinary Corps Officer (VCO) for the US Army. After serving some time in Virginia and South Korea, I completed my contract with the military and find myself fortunate enough to be working with the doctors and staff of the Newtown Veterinary Hospital.

I definitely look at this as being the "next chapter" in my life and my career as a veterinarian. I look forward to starting the next step here with the pets, clients, and staff in Newtown.

Karen Kohler D.V.M.

I grew up in suburban Philadelphia. I received my undergraduate degree from Harvard University and my D.V.M. from Purdue University.

I enjoy all aspects of small animal practice, and have a strong interest in soft tissue and orthopedic surgery.

I now live in Ringoes, New Jersey, on a dairy farm with my husband, two children, numerous cows, horses, cats and one dog. In my free time I help with the farm work and enjoy cooking and gardening.

Meghan Wood V.M.D.

I received my degrees in biology and philosophy from Cornell University in 2001. At Cornell, I was a member of the women's polo team and worked in equine behavior research at the veterinary school. Following a one year experience as a substitute teacher, lacrosse coach, and dormitory head at my high school alma mater, Madeira, I started veterinary school at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated in 2006. I completed a one year general internship at Oradell Animal Hospital in 2007 and a one year emergency and critical care internship at the University of Pennsylvania in 2008.

I returned to the Philadelphia area in 2009 to be with my husband, Brian, and to be able to spend more time close to my family in Annapolis, MD. In my spare time, I enjoy boating on the Chesapeake Bay, cooking, playing with my two cats Mally and Bandit, and getting to watch a polo match whenever I can. I am very excited to be a part of the Newtown Veterinary Hospital team.

Debra Collazo V.M.D., CAVCA

I grew up on Long Island and pursued my love for animals with a degree in Animal Science from Cornell University. Opportunity then led to a brief career as a professional Thoroughbred jockey in the Mid-Atlantic region. I then attended and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania school of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. I began my early years as a field equine practitioner. My experiences led to a strong interest in Holistic medicine. I completed training for Acupuncture through IVAS in the year 2000. I became certified in Animal Chiropractic through the AVCA in 2003. My continuing quest to truly help animals to feel better has led me to the field of Veterinary Rehabilitation. I am currently studying and training with the Canine Rehab Institute (CRI) and plan to become a certified Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist in the year 2013.

My very supportive family shares my ideals of trying to make a positive impact on the world that we live in. We currently live with and love Amigo, Coco and our newest addition, Pebbles. All are rescues and have given back to us in immeasurable ways.

My experience at NVH has been very rewarding. The staff and doctors are dedicated and talented. I am honored to be part of such a caring and knowledgeable team. I look forward to being part of the continuing and exciting growth that is part of NVH.

Current Professional Associations/Memberships:

Veterinary  -  AVMA, AAHA
Acupuncture  -  IVAS, AAVA
Chiropractic  -  AVCA
Veterinary Rehabilitation  -  AARV

Karen Collins V.M.D., C.V.A., CVCH

Bucks County has been my home for over 26 years, but I was born and raised in Northeast PA and graduated from Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA where I studied biology, chemistry and English. My dream of becoming a veterinarian came true in 1985  when I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine.

I have been drawn to Chinese medicine, which offers a whole-animal approach to healing.  I have seen Acupuncture “work” over and over again.  I love its gentle, yet  powerful, healing ability. I studied both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine at the

Chi Institute of Chinese Medicine in Florida and achieved certification in both modalities.

I am so grateful to the teachers at Chi Institute--their love and respect for the animals they treat is evident in their teaching philosophy. I am constantly continuing my study of Traditional Chinese Medicine--currently, I am enrolled in their Food Therapy course.

In addition, I embrace and have studied energy medicine of various types--these include Reiki, Healing Touch for Animals, and Flower Essences. These have allowed me to develop a deeper connection with my patients.

My life centers on my Family, including husband, 3 dogs, 4 cats and 4 horses, dear friends, caring for our small farm and my work with animals. I love coming to work every single day and   am so grateful for  the opportunity to help animals and the people who love and care for them.

 I am honored to make Newtown Veterinary Hospital my home. It is with such pleasure that I joined the doctors and staff here, where all are united in their goal of compassionate care for animals and where we can truly integrate conventional and holistic care for the benefit of all.