BARTON HEIGHTS VETERINARY HOSPITAL

Our Staff



Doctor

  • Jeremy Wentz , University of Pennsylvania, 2003, Practice Owner


    Dr. Jeremy Wentz comes to Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital with a wealth of experience. Having spent time at several day practice veterinary hospitals in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Dr. Wentz is extremely familiar with the daily needs of pets and their owners. Combined with his day practice experience, Dr. Wentz first started out working in emergency veterinary medicine. His five years of experience in emergency medicine, honed his knowledge of soft tissue surgery, ultrasounds, and many emergency procedures. Dr. Wentz is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (2003), Muhlenberg College (1998), and Lehighton High School (1994). Dr. Wentz currently resides in Clarks Summit, with his wife Nicole and son Jackson, daughter Brielle, golden retriever Champ, and domestic short hair cat, Sage. Dr. Wentz enjoys gardening, hiking, camping, and playing recreational sports in his spare time. Vetsuite_Img_60383
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  • Dr. Mark Burch , DVM, University of Tennessee, 1982


    Dr. Mark Burch, a graduate of University of Tennessee, joined the practice in Spring 1982 and later became a partner with Dr. Ott.  He and his wife Heather share their home with a  Welsh Corgi named Yogi, a black Labrador named Kelly and several cats.  His wife and four kids also enjoy spending time outdoors with their horses. His hobbies include taking care of his property, tinkering with his old tractors and beekeeping.

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  • Dr. Sean C Ott , VMD, University of Pennsylvania, 2003


    Dr. Sean Ott, son of Dr. Craig Ott and our Practice Manager Lynette Ott, joined the practice in July 2003. Sean is a graduate of Stroudsburg High School (1993) and earned a bachelor of science degree from Penn State University in animal bioscience (1997). He attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in Philadelphia, where achieved his VMD degree. Sean lives in Bartonsville with his two cats, George and Marvin. Sean is an avid cyclist and races competitively. 

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  • Jennifer L Cree , DVM, Iowa State University 2004


    Jennifer Cree, DVM, joined our veterinary staff on June 4, 2007. Dr. Cree is a 2004 graduate of the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She earned her BS in Animal Bioscience from Penn State in 1999.

    Before moving to the Poconos, Dr. Cree practiced for three years in two small animal hospitals in Boothbay and Wiscasset, Maine. She has a rescued Pembroke Welsh Corgi named Gracie.


               


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  • Dr. Dana Greenleaf , DVM, Mississippi State University 2009


    Dr. Greenleaf made the trip from Mississippi to join our practice team in June 2009. She graduated from the Veterinary School at Mississippi State and did her undergraduate work at Tufts University. She brings with her an interest in dermatology, behavior and internal medicine.

    When she is not at the hospital, Dr. Greenleaf enjoys spending time with her husband Joseph and their pets. She has three mixed breed dogs named Max, Emma and Willie along with two cats, Simon and Francesca.

    Prior to veterinary school Dr. Greenleaf worked with senior citizens as Activities Director in an independant retirement home. Her hobbies include camping, reading and exploring new towns and restaurants.
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  • Dr. Gregg J Raino , Practice Manager, DVM, Ross University 1992


    Gregg earned a B.S. in Biology and a B.S. in Psychology from Beaver College in 1985 and his D.V.M. from Ross University in 1992. As Medical Staff Coordinator, Gregg oversees  the training and direction of our veterinary support staff. In his spare time Gregg enjoys spending time with his wife Ellen and their son Liam. His pets include 3 miniature dachshunds, 3 cats and 2 turtles. Gregg is an avid sports fan and music lover.

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Management

  • Rose Halstead , Book Keeper, May, 2004


    Rosie took over our bookkeeping position full-time Arpil 1, 2004.  Having worked at several local businesses, Rosie comes to us with more than 16 years of bookkeeper's experience.  She resides in Bartonsville with her  daughter, Rebecca, and canine pal, Brittany.   When time permits, Rosie enjoys ceramics, reading, logic puzzles, and movies.

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  • Laura E. , Certified Veterinary Technician, Inventory, March, 1990


    Laura is a licensed veterinary technician who has been on the staff since 1990. Laura graduated from Harcum College outside of Philadelphia with her degree in Animal Center Management.  She and her husband, William (Bill), live in Shawnee-on-Delaware with their daughter, Christy and two yellow labs, Jeter and Manny, and two cats, Pierce and Newman.  Laura likes to hike and garden.  She and her two canine children (who are both certified therapy dogs), enjoy visiting  nursing home residents and autistic children.

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  • Grace Ann , Database Manager


    Grace Ann, She handles our computers and  software and keeps us running smoothly.
    She comes to us with many years of experience in Office procedures, Personnel, and Mental Health billing.
    She resides in Stroudsburg with her family and three purry companions, Sandy, Callie, and the infamous James. He got his name from his Godmother (Jamie) who is also a staff Member. 
    When she finds the time she does enjoy Gardening, improving her home by landscaping,Painting, plastering,Sanding whatever is needed and definitely loves old comedy movies and cheesecake. mmmm.
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Technician

  • Ann , Certified Veterinary Technician, Technician Team Leader, July, 1987


     Ann joined our practice as a certified veterinary technician in 1987 and has been serving as the team leader for the technician group since 1991. She graduated in 1987 from Harcum College with an associate degree from the veterinary technology program. She resides in Kunkletown with her husband David and their two sons Mathew and Brian. They also share their home with Shilo, a very exuberant black lab. Ann enjoys reading, camping, cross stitch and bowling.

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  • Kim , Certified Veterinary Technician, May, 1991


    Kim, a Certified Veterinary Technician, joined our practice in 1991.  She is a 1987 graduate of Harcum College's Veterinary Technology Program.  Kim and her husband, Rob, reside in Wind Gap along with their two children Robert and Zachary.  Kim enjoys gardening and counted cross stitch and spending time with her family.

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  • A.J. , Veterinary Technician, 2008


    A.J. joined Barton Heights in 2004 as a veterinary assistant. In 2008 she joined the technician team as a technician assistant. Vetsuite_Img_58990
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  • Lisa , Certified Veterinary Technician, June 2008


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    Lisa joined our technician team in June of 2008. She earned a BA degree  in English from Beaver College as well a an AA degree in Veterinary Technology from Argasy University. Lisa enjoys spending time with her husband and furry family members which include dogs, cats and a rabbit. She also fosters cats for a locat rescue group. In her spare time. Lisa likes to go hiking and biking. She also enjoys reading and gardening.
  • Evan , Certified Veterinary Technician, February 2009


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  • Becca , Certified Veterinary Technician 2009


    Becca graduated in 2004 from Johnson College, with an Associates Degree in Animal Science. Prior to being certified, she had ten years of experience in animal health. Becca enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Mike and his daughter Daphne. In her spare time, she also likes to train her chocolate lab Logan. Logan is a certified Therapy Dog. Becca also has a domestic short haired cat named Dutchess. Her hobbies include canine agility, motorcross, supercross and watching the Yankees. Vetsuite_Img_80423
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  • Reyne , Certified Veterinary Technician, 2009


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Reception

  • Nicky , Reception Team Leader, February, 1989


    Nicky (Receptionist Team Leader) has been at Barton Heights since Feb 1989.   She lives in Sciota with  3 pets-- a Basset Hound and 2 cats, Elijah and Ezmarelda.  You can often hear Nicky's  contagious laugh throughout the hospital.  When not being a customer service rep at Barton Heights, Nicky can be found reading, listening to music, exercising, or SHOPPING!


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  • Tara , Receptionist, October, 1998


    Tara  became a member of our receptionists' team in October 1998.  She likes hiking, snowboarding, traveling and working with stained glass. She has three dogs; Indica, Boxer and Bonnie

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  • Maria , Receptionist, December, 2000


    Maria began her position on the reception team in December of 2000. She enjoys cooking, hiking, camping, reading and gardening. These activities are shared with her husband Bob. Maria and Bob have a son named Bobby who is an avid skateboarder. The family shares their home with two cats (Stella and Dora). 


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  • Angelique , Receptionist, July, 2005


    Angelique joined our Receptionists' Team on April 21, 2005.  She  comes with many years experience in previous customer service positions. In the past, Angelique was a breeder of black labs and trained hunting dogs. Her pets include her dog Lola and her cat Kitty. In her spare time, she enjoys ice hockey, as well as fishing and traveling with her family. 

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  • Sally , Receptionist, November, 2005


    Sally joined our reception team in November of 2005. Her background includes a BS degree in education and earth and space science from East Stroudsburg University. She also did post graduate work in accounting and business.Sally shares her home with her spouse Ed and several pets. These include her dogs, Daisy and Missy, her cats, Max  Lamont and Harriet, along with Ginger , Rocky and Rosalita, her horses. Sally enjoys horseback riding, landscape painting, golf, excercise, camping and fishing. She also boards and rescues horses.

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  • Talia , Receptionist, October 2006


    Talia earned a Bachelors Degree in Communication Studies from East Stroudsburg University. When she is not helping the clients and patients at Barton Heights, she works in customer service at Great Wolf Lodge. Talia enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and other friends and family. Her furry friend Ciara is fondly remembered. For fun Talia loves to read, play on her computer and Wii and watch television at home.

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  • Debra , Receptionist, February 2009


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Kennel

  • P.J. , Kennel Assistant, July, 2004


    P.J. joined our staff in July of 2004. She is largely responsible for the clean apperance of our hospital and the comfort of our patients.

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Assistants

  • Michelle C. , Veterinary Assistant Team Leader, January, 2000


    Michelle joined BHVH in 2000 with six years of experience in patient and client care. She became the team leader for the Veterinary Assistants. They are a wonderful group of individuals, which are here for the well being of our patients and their families. When Michelle is not at work, she is having the time of her life with her young son and husband.

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  • Jaime , Veterinary Assistant, August, 2006


    Jaime joined the veterinary assistant team in August 2006. Jaime has a lot of animal friends to keep her company. These include her dachshunds, Bella and Cooper and her cat Benny that live with Jaime's parents. Her pitbull terriers, Takoa and Keller; as well as her cats, Jetta, Phaeton and Scirocco, and her bearded dragon Rufio live with her and her boyfriend Morgan in the home they purchased in 2009. Jaime has been riding horse since she was 14. She attended Delaware Valley College and studied equine science for two and a half years. Jaime has been riding English style for about nine years. She is also a fan of Volkswagens and belongs to an Audi/Volkswagen Club. With the club she attends car shows around the northeast. One of Jaime's main passions is fostering kittens.

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  • Kelly , Veterinary Assistant, November 2005


     

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  • Ashley M. , Veterinary Assistant, October 2006


    I came to work at Barton Heights in October 2006. I previously worked as a medical assistant for 2 general surgeons. My skills include a Certification as an EKG technician and I studied Early Childhood Education at Northampton Community College. At home I live with my fiance Sam and 3 cats, Chloe, Mulder and Galvin. In my spare time, I enjoy music of all sorts, gardening, hiking, canoeing, and photography.

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  • Gwen , Veterinary Assistant, September 2008


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  • Corinne , Veterinary Assistant, April 2008


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  • Mary , Veterinary Assistant, June 2009


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  • Beth , Veterinary Assistant, September 2009


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  • Jenn , Veterinary Assistant, October 2009


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