Veterinary Doctors
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Dr. Joseph H. Kinnarney, DVM, MS
In 1995, Dr. Kinnarney’s black Scottie, Champion Gaelforce PostScript, better known to her fans as Peggy Sue, was crowned Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Her progeny lives on and stamps her mark on the breed in the show ring and the homes of families who entrusted this gifted breeder. His private breeding program, Jovial Kennels, excels in producing quality Scottish Terriers and Miniature Schnauzers.
Joe’s competitive spirit started with horses during his childhood. He particularly enjoys exhibiting in English Pleasure. To date, his Arabian Horses wear the rose garlands from over 15 US and Canadian National Championships.
Professionally, his intense interest in improving the quality of veterinary care attracts the attention of his peers time after time. His professional awards include:
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1991 Veterinarian of the Year, North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association; |
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1999 – 2001 Vice-President, American Veterinary Medical Association and Student Liaison;
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2006 Distinguished Veterinarian Award, North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association’s highest honor awarded |
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2007 – 2013 Board of Directors, American Veterinary Medical Association. |
He is also a board member of FNB Southeast Bank, a Paul Harris Fellow and Past President of the Reidsville Rotary Club. He serves on multiple community improvement and planning committees that bring progress to Rockingham County, NC.
On a personal note, Dr. Kinnarney is a passionate wine connoisseur and world traveler. He has two sons, Joseph and Jeffery, and too many dogs, cats and horses to name.
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Dr. James Steven Swanner, DVM
During his four years of veterinary school at North Carolina State he served as class treasurer. He was class graduation chairman along with various other activities. Dr. Swanner worked at the Wake County Animal Shelter caring for shelter animals while also participating in research related to tracking the movement of shelter animals with regards to disease outbreak. Other areas of interest included poultry genetics, breeding and incubations, nutrition, and population health management. Because of his knowledge of population management he participated in field studies that tracked the movement and location of all commercial pet birds into North Carolina in conjunction with the NC Dept. of Agriculture’s Emergency Programs Division.
Dr. Swanner was an active member of the SCAVMA all for years at NCSU. He currently holds memberships in the American Veterinary Medical Association, the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association and the American Veterinary Dental Society. He lives in Burlington with his wife Julie.
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Dr. Theresa Wisk-Caroll, DVM
After graduation she worked for three years in a large and small animal mixed practice in Virginia. In 1996 she and her husband Scott relocated to the Reidsville area where she joined the team at Reidsville Veterinary Hospital and turned her focus to small animal medicine.
She and her husband own several Arabian horses with which they compete in endurance riding, focusing on the north and southeast regions of the country. Since 2003 they have ridden over 1000 miles. Most of their free time is spent on their farm with their dogs and horses.
Dr. Carroll is most interested in soft tissue surgical conditions but she has experience in many other areas of small animal practice.
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Dr. David Harling, DVM, Diplomate, AVCO & ABVP
An extensive list of accomplishments, honors and awards demonstrate the veterinary community’s high regard for this practitioner’s consistent dedication. He served as President for the N.C. Veterinary Medical Association, N.C. Academy of Small Animal Medicine and the American Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology. He is a founding member of the American Academy of Veterinary Ophthalmology. The Martin Litwack Award was granted to him for service to the N.C. College of Veterinary Medicine. The NCVMA named him both Veterinarian of the Year and – their highest honor – Distinguished Veterinarian. The American Animal Hospital Association recognizes him as an Outstanding Practitioner of the Southeast. During his over 50 years of service, Dr. Harling authored and co-authored numerous scientific articles, case reports and lectures to veterinarians, animal organizations and enthusiasts.
Dr. Harling no longer performs cataract surgeries, but manages the pre/post operative care for his patients. He accepts eye related case referrals from many local veterinarians. Show and agility dog breeders demand his skills for CERF and OFA certifications. The staff of Reidsville Veterinary Hospital benefits from their own “personal professor” for which they are extremely grateful. He has practiced at Reidsville Veterinary Hospital since 2001.
Dave’s hobbies include bird and wildlife observation, woodworking and photography. He has 3 children and 3 grandchildren and resides in the Summerfield area with his wife Helen. As a note of interest, his son is a talented metal craftsman with works so remarkable they have been on exhibit in the Smithsonian Institution.
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Dr. James M. Harrell, DVM
Dr. Jim Harrell is a graduate of Davidson College and received his DVM degree from NC State University. He has been working with Reidsville Veterinary Hospital since 1990. His particular interest lies in internal medicine. In his spare time he enjoys cooking and gardening in addition to spending time with his wife and 3 children, 3 dogs, 3 cats and numerous koi.
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Dr. Ashley N. Robertson
Dr. Robertson was awarded her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from North Carolina State University in 2005. She became a Merck National Student Scholar during her time at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She also volunteered with Cape Lookout National Seashore, studying feral horses at Shackleford Banks, North Carolina.
In June of 2005, Dr. Robertson joined Reidsville Veterinary Hospital as a mixed animal practitioner. Subsequently, she transitioned from mixed animal practice to small animal veterinary medicine and surgery. Dr. Robertson developed a passion for the emergency treatment of companion animals and became the Director of Emergency Services at Reidsville Veterinary Hospital in 2008.
Outside of work Dr. Robertson loves to spend time with her husband , their daughter and their two dogs, Eloise and Mya. Dr. Robertson loves riding her horses in Chapel Hill and boating at Emerald Isle. At home she enjoys gardening, cooking and crafts.
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