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Dr. Sankaran is a Richmond native who grew up fifteen minutes away from the hospital. She graduated veterinary school from the University of Minnesota in 2023 and is so excited to be back in Richmond, serving the community and their furry family members. Dr. Sankaran’s professional interests include dermatology, soft tissue surgery, ultrasonography, and geriatric…

Originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia, Dr. Thoder is very excited to have made the move to Richmond to start his career. He received his veterinary degree from Virginia Tech in 2022, has interest in ophthalmology and surgery, and looks forward to finding new passions as he grows in his profession. Outside of work, he…

Dr. Maria Hillenbrand joined the Quioccasin Veterinary Hospital team in 2022. She was born in Delaware but spent most of her childhood growing up in Texas and Virginia, before completing her high school career in Pennsylvania. Dr. Hillenbrand earned her bachelor’s degree in General Biology with a concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies from Washington & Jefferson…

Dr. Burke earned her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Purdue University in 2002 after completing her Masters of Science while investigating treatments for human pancreatic cancer. She has completed post graduate training in veterinary chiropractic therapy, acupuncture, and veterinary rehabilitation medicine. Dr. Burke’s professional interests include evidence-based medicine, balanced alternative medicine, dermatology, and feline medicine….

Cindy Rose, Practice Manager, has over 40 years of business and customer service experience. She is very passionate not only about our patients, but also our clients. Cindy was in the catering industry before joining QVH in March of 2005. Originally from Cleveland Ohio, she moved to Richmond in March of 1987. Cindy enjoys the…

Dr. Garland was born in Pearisburg, Virginia and loves exploring the mountains, rivers, streams, and oceans by paddle board or kayak.  Education: BS Biology, The College of William and Mary-1998, MS in Veterinary Medical Sciences- Biochemistry, VMRCVM-1995, DVM, VMRCVM-1998, CVA, International Veterinary Acupuncture Society-2015, Certified High Performance Institute/Brendon Burchard-2020, Certified in Acupuncture. Her Family: Husband, David,…

A native Richmonder, Dr. Mortimer has been affiliated with Quioccasin Veterinary since 1991. He got his veterinary degree from Va. Tech in 1998 and began practicing at Quioccasin in 2000. His interests in veterinary medicine include ultrasound, endoscopy, and surgery. His passion is developing and maintaining lifelong relationships with people and their pets. Outside of…