About the NCVMB

The information on this page comes from public sources, including the NCVMB’s webpage.

All totals were counted by a human being by reading the board minutes.

You can look up a veterinarian by his or her name here: https://portal.ncvmb.org/verification/search.aspx

If there is a reprimand or caution, you can view the PDF.   You cannot look up complaints by ID#.

Public Comments

If your goal is to make the NCVMB aware that people are watching, you can attend their Board Meetings. They are required by law to be open to the public, and most have a period for public comment.

*About the counts: Total determinations is not equal to total investigations.  Some investigations have 2+ doctors/complaints.  These numbers count each determination in one complaint separately, when listed.  Once the NCVMB began obscuring the names of the doctors, there is no way to tell, unless marked “both”, if there are multiple doctors on one complaint (it is confirmed that at least one case in 2025 has multiple doctors, but simply states "dismissed, no probable cause", as if there is only one dismissed doctor instead of 2.)

These determination numbers do not include reconsiderations and thus reflect only initial decisions, except for counting penalties issued that year.   All penalties assigned in that year's board meetings are reflected.

NCVMB 2025 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 142*

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 104**

      • Percentage: 73.24%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 27

      •  Percentage: 19.01%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 11

      • Percentage: 7.75%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 2

•  # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 1

•  # of Recusals

  • • •  Count: 0

      • Percentage:0

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**MAJOR CHANGE IN PROCEDURE -  27 were Dismissed by Executive Director(reviewed only by ONE PERSON, Susan Bull, DVM, the Board’s complaint investigator beginning after Sept 11, 2025),  77  were Dismissed by Committee (No Probable Cause)

NCVMB 2025 - Public Records - List of Investigations

January 16, 2025

·                      

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 12

a. 2024089-12 – Letter of Caution, and (2) Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2024101-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024102-12 – Letter of Caution

d. 2024106-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2024118-12 – Letter of Reprimand

The report from Committee 12 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2024090-10 – Letter of Reprimand

b. 2024096-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024098-10 – Letter of Caution

 d. 2024103-10 – Letter of Reprimand

e. 2024105-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2024109-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously

January 21, 2025

special meeting

March 6, 2025

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 12

a. 2024107-12 – Continued

b. 2024114-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024122-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024125-12 – Letter of Caution

The report from Committee 12 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2024112-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2024116-10 – Letter of Reprimand

c. 2024124-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024127-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause for Dr. Kiell, Continued for Dr. Bucy

e. 2024128-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

Discussed the pending cases Ava Marie Louise v. NCVMB at Mid State Equine Hospital (an OAH case wherein she alleges cover-up by vet )

May 8, 2025

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2024117-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2025001-10 – Letter of Caution

c. 2025002-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024123-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2025014-10 – Letter of Caution

f. 2025009-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2025010-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2025018-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

i. 2025022-10 – Letter of Caution

j. 2025006-10 – Letter of Caution

k. 2025021-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

l. 2025029-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

m. 2025040-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

n. 2025025-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

o. 2025026-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

p. 2025027-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

q. 2024127-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 12

a. 2024126-12 – Letter of Reprimand

b. 2024129-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2025004-12 – Letter of Caution

d. 2025012-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2025016-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2025019-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2025020-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2025023-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

i. 2025031-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2025007-12 – Letter of Caution

 k. 2025024-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

l. 2025032-12 – Letter of Caution

 m. 2025015-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 n. 2025034-12 – Letter of Reprimand

o. 2025028-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 p. 2025046-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

q. 2024107-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 12 was approved unanimously.

July 10, 2025

The motion to accept a consent order in the complaint case 2025063- 12:

Board vs Katherine Leah Holmes, DVM was made by Edward Faulkner, DVM and

seconded by Michael Martin, DVM. The motion passed unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2025022-10 – Letter of Caution

 b. 2025033-10 – Letter of Caution

c. 2025036-10 – Letter of Reprimand w/ Civil Monetary Penalty

d. 2025039-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2025043-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2025044-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2025047-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 h. 2025051-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

i. 2025052-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2025055-10 – Letter of Caution

k. 2025056-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 l. 2025058-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

m. 2025059-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 n. 2025062-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

o. 2025065-10 – Continued

p. 2025068-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause and Letter of Caution

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 13

a. 2024121-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2025035-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2025037-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2025038-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2025041-12 – Letter of Caution

f. 2025042-12 – Letter of Reprimand

g. 2025045-12 – Continued

h. 2025049-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

i. 2025050-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 j. 2025053-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

k. 2025054-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

l. 2025057-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

m. 2025060-12 – Letter of Caution

n. 2025066-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

o. 2025067-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 13 was approved unanimously.

 September 11, 2025

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2025065-10 – Letter of Caution

b. 2025074-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2025075-10 – Continued

d. 2025077-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2025083-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2025084-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2025087-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2025088-10 – Letter of Reprimand

i. 2025091-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2025092-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

k. 2025095-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 13

a. 2025069-13 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2025070-13 – Continued

c. 2025071-13 – Letter of Caution

d. 2025072-12 – Letter of Caution

e. 2025073-13 – Letter of Reprimand

f. 2025076-13 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2025078-13 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2025081-13 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

i. 2025089-13 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2025094-13 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

k. 2025097-13 – Continued

The report from Committee 13 was approved unanimously.

·                     November 6, 2025

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore stated Susan Bull, DVM’s role as the Board’s complaint investigator, has helped with the complaint volume increase with 27 complaints being dismissed at the Executive Director level after a thorough investigation before a referral to the Committee on Investigations.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2025099-10 – Letter of Caution

b. 2025100-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2025107-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2025118-13 – Letter of Caution

e. 2025093-13 – Letter of Caution

f. 2025098-13 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2025101-13 – Letter of Reprimand with 3,500 CMP

h. 2025105-13 – Letter of Caution

i. 2025115-10 – Letter of Caution

 j. 2025104-10 – Letter of Caution

 k. 2025109-13 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

l. 2025075-10 – Letter of Caution

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously

NCVMB 2025 - Public Records - Highlighted Meeting Notes

January 16, 2025

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore reported that there were 11 complaint decision letters completed since the last meeting, and that the number of complaints filed has lowered substantially.

·                     January 21, 2025

special meeting

·                     March 6, 2025

Skidmore presented two complaint case reviews. Robin Lazaro, RVT, explained the complaint process and read the details of the first complaint. There was an open discussion with the board and the public on their opinions of if the DVM engaged in incompetency. Ms. Lazaro explained Committee 10’s final ruling and reason for the ruling. Allen Cannedy, DVM read the details of the second complaint for discussion, and the final ruling and reason for the ruling.

Dr. Holland stated that Committee 13 will replace Committee 12 consisting of Edward Faulkner, DVM (Chairman), Andrea Gentry- Apple, DVM and Tim Gold.

Attorney’s Report: Board Attorney Matthew Skidmore announced that all board members are compliant with their ethics training. Mr. Skidmore reported that there were 9 complaint decision letters completed since the last meeting, but the number of complaints filed since the last meeting has risen substantially.

There was a suggestion to discuss how to streamline the complaint process due to the increase.

July 10, 2025

Attorney’s Report: Board Attorney Matthew Skidmore stated that the number of complaint cases continue to rise. A total of 33 closing letters were completed this month and a total of 67 have been completed since the last two Board meetings. Mr. Skidmore stated that he will continue to assist the Board with suggestions on how to streamline the complaint process due to the increase. He also stated the investigative committees are doing an excellent job with having good discussions plus research to provide appropriate decisions in complaint rulings.

September 11, 2025

Attorney’s Report: Board Attorney, Matthew Skidmore stated that the number of complaint cases continue to rise. A total of 33 closing letters were completed this month and close to 100 cases have been reviewed so far this year with that number being more than ever before. Mr. Skidmore stated that he and Executive Director, Keith West, will have a discussion of hiring an investigator to review cases before they are sent to their assigned committee to determine if there is enough evidence to justify the case moving forward.

Executive Director, Keith West will begin the process of hiring a part time investigator to review complaint information and determine if a complaint should move forward.

November 6, 2025

Attorney’s Report: Board Attorney, Matthew Skidmore stated that 22 closing letters have been mailed since the last meeting and a total of 12 closing letters are expected to be completed this month. Mr. Skidmore stated Susan Bull, DVM’s role as the Board’s complaint investigator, has helped with the complaint volume increase with 27 complaints being dismissed at the Executive Director level after a thorough investigation before a referral to the Committee on Investigations.

At 9:36 a.m., pursuant to G.S. § 143.318.11 (a)(3) and (6), a motion was made to go into closed session by Edward Faulkner, DVM and seconded by, Michael Martin, DVM to discuss reinstating an inactive veterinarian, personnel recommendations, a consent order recommendation, and litigation in Case No. 25CV001172-910 pending in Wake County Superior Court with the Board’s attorney against a chiropractic case. The motion was approved unanimously.

NCVMB 2024 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 119*

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 92

      • Percentage: 77.31%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 18

      •  Percentage: 15.13%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 9

      • Percentage: 7.56%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 1

•  # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count:1

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 1

•  # of Recusals

  • • •  Count:1

      • Percentage: .84%

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Keith West became Executive Director in June 2024.  He is not a DVM.

NCVMB 2024 - Public Records - List of Investigations

·                      

January 11, 2024 

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2023061-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023062-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2023065-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (Both)

d. 2023072-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2023075-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2023071-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2023077-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2023073-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

Letter of Reprimand

i. 2023083-11 – Letter of Reprimand, Civil Monetary Penalty ($3,000)

Allen Cannedy, DVM recused himself from case #2023072-11.

The report from Committee 11 was approved unanimously

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2023059-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023063-10 – Letter of Caution

c. 2023064-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2023070-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2023068-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2023079-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2023078-10 – Continued

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

February 29, 2024

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2023076-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023087-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2023093-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2023082-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2023088-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2023092-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2023094-11 – Letter of Caution

The report from Committee 11 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2023078-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023074-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2023080-10 – Letter of Caution

d. 2023085-10 – Letter of Caution/Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2023090-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2023095-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2024005-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2024004-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

 April 12, 2024

Special meeting

May 9, 2024

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2024002-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause/Letter of Reprimand

 b. 2024006-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024011-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024015-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 11 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2024001-10 – Letter of Caution

b. 2024008-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024012-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024014-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2024018-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

 July 11, 2024

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2024017-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2024020-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024024-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024029-11 – Letter of Caution

e. 2024034-11 – Letter of Caution

f. 2024043-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2024028-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2024033-11 – Continued

i. 2024035-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 11 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2024013-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2024025-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024016-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024032-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2024019-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2024023-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2024030-10 – Continued

 h. 2024045-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

i. 2024048-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2024040-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

 August 19, 2024

Special meeting

September 12, 2024

Committee on Investigation No. 11 and 12.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2024033-11 – Letter of Caution

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 12

a. 2024021-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2024026-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 c. 2024037-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024039-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2024046-12 – Letter of Caution

 f. 2024051-12 – Continued

g. 2024052-12 – Letter of Caution and Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2024053-12 – Letter of Reprimand

i. 2024054-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2024058-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 k. 2024061-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

l. 2024065-12 – Letter of Caution

The report from Committee 11 and Committee 12 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2024030-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

b. 2024031-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2024036-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024038-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2024041-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2024042-10 - Continued

g. 2024047-10 – Letter of Reprimand

h. 2024049-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

i. 2024050-10 – Letter of Caution

j. 2024055-10 – Letter of Caution

k. 2024060-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

l. 2024069-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously

October 8, 2024

emergency meeting

November 7, 2024

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2024051-11 – Letter of Caution

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 12

a. 2024063-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2024064-12 – Letter of Caution

c. 2024066-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2024070-12 – Letter of reprimand

e. 2024071-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2024074-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2024075-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2024077-12 – Letter of Reprimand

i. 2024081-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2024083-12 – Letter of Caution, and Letter of Reprimand

k. 2024085-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

l. 2024087-12 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

m. 2024091-12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

n. 2024092 - 12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

o. 2024094 -12 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

p. 2024097 – 12- Letter of Reprimand

The report from Committee 11 and Committee 12 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2024056-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 b. 2024062-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 c. 2024068-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

d. 2024072-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

 e. 2024073-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2024076-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2024078-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 h. 2024082-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 i. 2024084-10 – Letter of Caution

j. 2024042-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

k. 2024086-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 l. 2024088-10 – Letter of Caution

m. 2024090 – 10- Continued

n. 2024093-10- Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

Allen Cannedy, DVM and Board Attorney Mathew Skidmore began the discussion of complaint 2024026-11 where a Letter of Caution was issued based on insufficient medical records. However, Mr. Skidmore reported, and the committee agreed, that the deficiencies cited in the medical records, which formed the basis for the Letter of Caution, were contained in records not created by the DVM to whom the Letter of Caution was issued.

Therefore, Edward Faulkner, DVM made a motion to rescind the Letter of Caution ruling and issue a No Probable Cause/ Dismissal. Robin Lazaro, RVT, seconded the motion. The change was approved unanimously. Mr. Skidmore will re-issue the letter.

(There is no mention that a letter of caution was issued to the correct doctor)

NCVMB 2024 - Public Records - Highlighted Meeting Notes

January 11, 2024

Legislative Update:

Deputy Director Keith West reported the Legislative Committee has begun the Periodic Review of existing rules. T

Attorney’s Report:…Mr. Skidmore also reported he is currently working with the Legislative Committee on boarding kennels and facility permits.

May 9, 2024

President’s Report: Azure Holland, DVM announced that this would be the last board meeting that Executive Director Tod Schadler, DVM would be attending due to his upcoming retirement.

July 11, 2024

Final Review and Summary of Action Items: Executive Director, Keith West, will submit the board kennel rules for approval and schedule the special board meeting for August 19, 2024

August 19, 2024

Reviewed amendments . 21 NCAC 66 .0108

Executive Director, Keith West, did a final review and stated the he would submit the approved changes to the Rules Review Commission for consideration at their August 28, 2024 meeting

September 12, 2024

The civil monetary payment rate with the Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) has been updated to 3.02%

October 8, 2024

emergency meeting

Board attorney, Matthew Skidmore, further defined the Declaratory Ruling Request and what happens if accepted. He explained that it allows the Board to make a determination of a rule within 60 days. … certified vaccinators be allowed to provide Bordetella, parvovirus, distemper and FVRCP vaccines within shelters as a result of the storm.

November 7, 2024

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore reported that there has been a substantial uptick in the number of complaints being filed. There were 25 complaint decision letters completed since the last meeting, and currently working on 31 letters. Mr. Skidmore announced that he will meet with Executive Director Keith West to discuss ways to make things easier for the committees based on the increased number of cases, and make recommendations to the Executive committee to maintain the quality of complaint reviews and process.

NCVMB 2023 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 78*

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 50

      • Percentage: 64.10%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 17

      •  Percentage: 21.79%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 11

      • Percentage: 14.10%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count:1

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of Recusals

  • • •  Count: 2

      • Percentage:2.56%

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MAJOR CHANGE IN PUBLIC RECORD KEEPING - Starting with the March 2, 2023 board meeting minutes, the name of the accused vet and the name of their client(s) is no longer listed in the board minutes beside the case number.  There is no longer a public record of accused, but dismissed.  This reduces public accountability and transparency. Complaints with no discipline simply disappear from the record.   

The public cannot monitor if a doctor/facility has recieved multiple dismissed compliants, indicating a possible problem with hospital negligence, corporate negligence, or systemic failures, that when taken together, indicate a problem. 

The board claims “When requesting disciplinary information, the request must pertain to an individual and not a veterinary practice facility. The Board does not take complaints against veterinary practice facilities; complaints are against individuals. This assures that an individual cannot clear their record by moving to another veterinary practice.” ( https://www.ncvmb.org/professional.php?section=requests )

You cannot look up a claim by the ID#.  If you don't know the vet's name, you can't look it up.

No reason has been given for this change.

 NCVMB 2023 - Public Records - List of Investigations

 January 12, 2023

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore reported that 17 disposition letters were completed and there were currently 16 in the new batch. He stated a total of 133 disposition letters were completed for 2022.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2022081-8 – Jenny Kate Larson, DVM (Holly Ridge Veterinary Hospital *no longer with the facility/lives out of state) – Ms. Sara Jo Murdoch – Letter of Reprimand

b. 2022084-8 – Daniel James Wilson, DVM (A Country Veterinary Clinic) – Ms. Toni Webber – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2022093-8 – Barry L. Stuart, DVM (CVS Referral Hospital Matthews) – Ms. Jill Krantz – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2022080-8 – Lora Elizabeth Evans, DVM (Boulevard Animal Hospital) – Ms. Veronica Butcher – Letter of Caution

 e. 2022078-8 – Julie Ann Uherka-Parker, DVM (Pet Emergency Clinic of Pitt County) and Frank T. Batten, DVM, (Pet Emergency Clinic of Pitt County) – Ms. Janice Thompson – Letter of Caution (Dr. Parker) and Dismissed, No Probable Cause (Dr. Batten)

f. 2022089-8 – Ericka Yvette Richardson, DVM and Lora Elizabeth Evans, (North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort *Dr. Richardson no longer works at facility) – Ms. Michelle Marut – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

g. 2022092-8 – Lora Elizabeth Evans, (North Hills Animal Hospital & Resort) – Ms. Alison Brown – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2022097-8 – Gregory Arthur Arnold, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists-South Charlotte Med) – Ms. Kellie Loscher – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 8 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2022068-10 – Rebecca Margaret Slivka, DVM (Northwood Animal Hospital) – Mr. Camden Vaughn – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2022074-10 – Kaitlyn S. Schei-Childs, DVM (Walnut Animal Hospital) – Ms. Amber Clark – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2022076-10 – Alexandria Ann Davis, DVM (Animal Care Clinic of Rural Hall) – Ms. Kala Tharington – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 d. 2022083-10 – Jon Christopher Dick, DVM (Magnolia Animal Hospital) – Ms. Patricia Shealey – Continued

e. 2022085-10 – Dennis D. Emerson, DVM (Southside Animal Hospital) – Mr. Mark Smiley – Continued

f. 2022082-10 – Isabella Brynn Gaidis, DVM (Urgent Vet Pet Clinic Chapel Hill) – Ms. Jodi Caquelin – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2022091-10 – Kelly Elizabeth Triana, DVM (Sedgefield Animal Hospital) – Ms. Rachel Moore – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

·                     March 2, 2023

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

 a. 2022095-8 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2022099-8 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2022100-8 – Letter of Reprimand

d. 2022090-8 – Letter of Reprimand

e. 2023005-8 – Continued

f. 2023001-8 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

Susan Bull, DVM, recused herself from case 2022099-8.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2022083-10 – Letter of Caution

 b. 2022085-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 c. 2022087-10 – Letter of Caution

d. 2022094-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 e. 2022096-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2022098-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2022101-10 – Continued

h. 2023004-10 – Letter of Caution

i. 2022103-10 – Letter of Reprimand

j. 2022104-10 – Letter of Reprimand

·                     May 11, 2023

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2023005-8 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (cont’d from March)

b. 2022105-8 – Letter of Caution

c. 2023009-8 – Letter of Caution

d. 2023013-8 – Letter of Caution

e. 2023015-8 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2023016-8 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2023011-8 – Letter of Reprimand

Tim Gold recused himself from case 2023016-8

The report from Committee 8 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2022101-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (cont’d from March)

b. 2023006-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2023007-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2023008-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2023010-10 – Letter of Caution

f. 2023014-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

g. 2023018-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2023012-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

2022087-10 – This case from the March meeting was reconsidered and changed from Letter of Caution to Dismissed, No Probable Cause.

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

·                     July 6, 2023

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2023019-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023023-11 – Letter of Reprimand

c. 2023025-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2023028-11 – Letter of Caution

e. 2023032-11 – Dismissed, No Probable

The report from Committee 11 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2023020-10 – Letter of Caution 2023020-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023026-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2023027-10 - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2023029-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2023031-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

·                     September 14, 2023

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2023043-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 b. 2023041-11 – Letter of Caution (Both)

c. 2023039-11 – Letter of Reprimand

d. 2023047-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (Both)

The report from Committee 11 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2023033-10 – Letter of Reprimand

b. 2023034-10 – Letter of Caution

 c. 2023036-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2023040-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 e. 2023037-10 – Letter of Reprimand

f. 2023049-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

·                     November 9, 2023

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 11

a. 2023045-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023050-11 – Letter of Caution and Letter of Dismissal

 c. 2023052-11 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 d. 2023067-11 – Letter of Reprimand

The report from Committee 11 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2023046-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2023048-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2023057-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2023053-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2023058-10 – Letter of Caution

f. 2023060-10 – Letter of Caution

 g. 2023066-10 – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

NCVMB 2023 - Public Records - Highlighted Meeting Notes

January 12, 2023

Executive Director’s Report: Tod J. Schadler, He stated the Board received a civil monetary penalty check in the amount of $10,000 from a 2021 case.

March 2, 2023

Facility Inspection Report: There were 4 serious violations issued. Deputy Director West mentioned Controlled Substance compliance is an issue at a majority of facilities and is frequently cited as violations at inspections.

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore reported that 15 disposition letters were completed and there were currently 14 in the new batch. Mr. Skidmore discussed an email he distributed on February 9, 2023 regarding Board Meetings held remotely. Mr. Skidmore advised that given the expiration of the state of emergency, only Board members physically present at Board meetings held in person should be counted towards the quorum requirements. He stated that special statutes were put in place during the Covid pandemic, while North Carolina was in a state of emergency, to allow meetings to be held remotely. Mr. Skidmore stated the North Carolina state of emergency expired in August of 2022. Mr. Skidmore also stated he sent emails to those Board members who need to complete the ethics training required by the State Ethics Commissions. He advised members to update their Statements of Economic Interest ("SEI") by April 15, 2023.

May 11, 2023

Committee 8 was renamed as Committee 11 to include Susan Bull, DVM (Chair); Allen Cannedy, DVM and Mr. Tim Gold

July 6, 2023

September 14, 2023

November 9, 2023

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore reported that 10 disposition letters were completed and there are currently 11 more to go out. Mr. Skidmore stated digital copies of the recent Board training were available. He also reported he is currently working with the Legislative Committee on boarding kennels and facility permits.

NCVMB 2022 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 96*

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 69**

      • Percentage: 71.875%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 17

      •  Percentage: 17.71%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 10

      • Percentage: 10.42%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 3

•  # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count: 1

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of Recusals

  • • •  Count: 4

      • Percentage: 4.17%

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(Azure Holland, DVM, became president in June) 

NCVMB 2022 - Public Records - List of Investigations

January 13, 2022

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore stated that there were 98 complaint cases for 2021 and 20 currently in 2022.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2021070-8 – Sabrina A. Grinstead, DVM (Eno Animal Hospital) – Mr. Richard Resnick – Dismissed, no probable cause

 b. 2021074-8 – Kathryn Y. Bray, DVM (CVS Referral Animal Hospital) – Ms. Melissa G. Asbury – continued to next Committee meeting on March 9 th .

c. 2021063-8 – Marianela A. Maristany, DVM (Rowan County Animal Shelter) – Ms. Kimio Rivera - Dismissed, no probable cause

d. 2021077-8 – Marie V. Taylor, DVM and Trudi J. Bowden, DVM (Oxford Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Debra Jizi – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2021080-8 – Eunisa S. Lindsey, DVM and Curt Locklear (Southeastern Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Jennifer Lea- Dismissed, no probable cause

f. 2021083-8 – Tyler W. Garrett, DVM (Carpenter Animal Hospital & Inn) – Ms. Amanda Sullivan- Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2021087-8 – Margaret A. Anderson, DVM (Benson Animal Hospital) – Ms. Orbie Bevil- Dismissed, no probable cause

The report of Committee 8 was approved. (it does not say unanimously)

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2021060-9 – Kristen A. Niemann, DVM (SNAP- NC) – Ms. Danielle Preston – Dismissed, no probable cause

b. 2021067-9 – Jack L. Miller, DVM and Chadwick E. Aderhold, DVM, (Miller Animal Hospital) – Ms. Kathyrn J. Ellwanger – Letter of Caution

 c. 2021069-9 – Kari A. Obermeyer, DVM (Goldsboro Veterinary Hospital) – Sally Stoeber – Letter of Reprimand

d. 2021071-9 – Ingrid M. Lombardino, DVM (CVS- Matthews) – Dr. Terry V. Eades – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2021073-9 – Cory A. Sechrist, DVM (Bethlehem Animal Hospital) – Ms. Amber Crisci – Dismissed, no probable cause

f. 2021075-9 – Kayla N. Hoyt Wafful, DVM (CVS- Huntersville) – Ms. Dana Holmes – Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2021072-9 – Amy E. Patterson, DVM (Highlands- Cashiers Animal Clinic) – Ms. Nina K. McMahon – Letter of Caution

h. 2021078-9 – Linton B. Palmer, DVM (Countryview Animal Hospital) – Ms. Sheala Watford- Dismissed, no probable cause

i. 2021079-9 – Patrick W. Morrison, DVM (Atrium Animal Hospital) – Ms. Cheryl R. Drew – withdrawn per complainant request

j. 2021081-9- Theresa A. Wisk- Carroll, DVM (Reidsville Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. April Wargo- Dismissed, no probable cause

 k. 202182-9- Kelly E. Holding, DVM (Complete Pet Care Animal Hospital Heritage) and Dr. Greg Hartman, DVM (Wake Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Janette Jonsone- Dismissed, no probable cause

 l. 2021039-9 – Joel K. Garrett, DVM (Animal Hospital of Fayetteville) – Ms. Brittany Harry- Letter of Caution

The report from Committee 9 was approved unanimously.

March 10, 2022

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore stated that, though Dr. Bull reads the Ethics Statement at each board meeting, board members need to file their Statement of Economic Interest by April 15th to be in compliance. Ethics commission requires that Ethics training be completed every two years. He will send an email reminder. Committee 9’s injunction against Dr. Stevenson was implemented. Mr. Skidmore reported that there were 44 closing letters completed since January, and currently working on 10.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

 a. 2020009-1 – Susan Michele Rohrer, DVM (Atlantic Animal Hospital & Pet Resort) – Ms. Susannah Reynolds– Reconsidered as Letter of Caution and Letter of Reprimand

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2021074- 8 – Kathryn Yarborough Bray, DVM (CVS Referral Animal Hospital) – Ms. Melissa G. Ashbury – Letter of Caution

b. 2021085-8 – Paul Michael Gigliotti, DVM (Forest Hills Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Laurel Elam – Dismissed, no probable cause

c. 2021089- 8 – Donald G. Hoover, DVM (Westside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Marta Serrano – Dismissed, no probable cause

d. 2021088-8 – Audra A. Cinalli- Munoz, DVM- (High Point Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Tiffany Whittington – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2021091-8 – Roger R. Holt, DVM – (Yadkin Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Pamela Perry – Letter of Reprimand

The report of Committee 1 and 8 was approved. (it does not say unanimously)

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2021084-9 – Michael E. Sink, DVM – (High Point Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Robert E. Parker – Letter of Caution

b. Amelia Joy Taber, DVM and Susan Edna Curci, DVM- (Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country) – Ms. Berverly Hicks – Dismissed, no probable cause for both

No. 9. The report from Committee 9 was approved unanimously.

May 12, 2022

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2022002- 8 – Tracy L. Borst, DVM (Spay- Neuter Assistance Program of NC) – Ms. Maureen Keenan – Dismissed, no probable cause

b. 2022003-8 – Rachelle M. Khare, DVM (Whole Pet Veterinary Hospital Mountain Island) – Mr. Lewis German - continued to be review at the next board meeting

c. 2022014- 8 – William R. Hutchison, DVM (Cleveland Animal Hospital) – Ms. Cynthia Ellis – Dismissed, no probable cause

 d. 2021092-8 – Edward B. Peurifoy, DVM- (Cabarrus Animal Hospital) – Ms. Roxanne Barnes – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2022010-8 – Charles W. Miller, DVM – (Triangle Veterinary Hospital, Inc) – Ms. Emily Rudd – Letter of Caution

f. 2022017-8- Federico N. Rivero, DVM – (Caldwell Animal Hospital) – Mr. Travell Hill- Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2022022-8 – Carol L. Allred, DVM – (Wilkes Animal Hospital, P.C.) – Ms. Cindy Michaels- Dismissed, no probable cause

The report of Committee 8 was approved. (it does not say unanimously)

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

 a. 2022007-9 – Margurette M. Straley, DVM – (Reidsville Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Mary S. Law– Letter of Caution

b. 2022009-9 – Morgan C. Hackett, DVM- (Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital) – Ms. Jessica Wistuk – Dismissed, no probable cause

c. 2022011-9 – Jason R. Hefner, DVM – (Lake Hickory Veterinary Hospital) - Ms. Jessica Queen – Letter of Caution

d. 2022021-9 – Tina Whitted, DVM – (Conover Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Bethany Hopkins – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2022018-9 - Michael B. Schindler, DVM – (North End Veterinary Clinic) – Ms. Deborah Beasley – Letter of Reprimand

f. 2022006-9 - William Kent Dean, DVM and Jayme L. Thomason, DVM – (Southern Oaks Animal Hospital) – Ms. Cindy Zimmers – Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2022019-9 – Peter T. Gilyard, DVM – (Clemmons Veterinary Clinic) – Mr. Eric Meadley – continued to be reviewed at the next committee meeting

h. 2022013-9 – Melissa R. Stoll, DVM, Laurie A. Parish, DVM, and Kimberly D. Toombs, DVM – (Atlantic Animal Hospital and Pet Care Resort) – Ms. Louise Lyons – Dismissed, no probable cause

The report from Committee 9 was approved unanimously.

Dr. Dean recused himself from the closed session discussion regarding case 2022006-9 and abstained from the vote to approve the report of Committee 9.

July 7, 2022

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2022003-8 – Rachelle M. Khare, DVM (Whole Pet Veterinary HospitalMountain Island) – Mr. Lewis German– Letter of Caution

b. 2022015-8 – Alexander Vincent Giannaris, DVM, (Urgent Vet Pet ClinicHuntersville) – Ms. Nicole Hunt – Dismissed, no probable cause

c. 2022020- 8 – James Edward Lofgren, DVM (Lake Brandt Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Lexie Vanada – Dismissed, no probable cause

d. 2022027-8 – Levi Leonard Cerminara, DVM- (Craven Animal Hospital) – Ms. Karen Sprenkle – Dismissed, no probable cause

 e. 2022031-8 – Steven Tyler Gregory, DVM – (Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency) – Dr. Richard Williams– Dismissed, no probable cause

f. 2022039-8- Cassandra Kathleen Lord, DVM – (Apple Valley Animal Hospital) – Ms. Carolyn Hoidal- Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2022040-8 – Diego Igacio Munoz, DVM – (High Point Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Heather Ratley- Letter of Reprimand, with 5 hours of additional CE, must be approved by the Executive Director Dr. Schadler and provide proof of attendance

f. 2022041-8 – Kozue Harada, DVM and Matthew J. Asciutto, DVM – (Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital) – Ms. Paula Piedra – Dismissed, no probable cause for both doctor’s

Mr. Tim Gold recused himself from the closed session discussion regarding case 2022031-8 and abstained from the vote to approve the report of Committee 8. The report of Committee 8 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2022008- 9 – Emily J. Wallin, DVM (Tri- State/ Spay Neuter Clinic) – Ms. Montana Tincher – Dismissed, no probable cause

b. 2022012-9 – Marlon Klaus Sequeira, DVM, and Leanne Catherine Ruoff, DVM (Veterinary Care Anywhere Animal Hospital, PLLC) – Ms. Delia Hohenthaner – Letter of Reprimand for Dr. Sequeira with a Civil Monetary fine of $1,500. Dismissed- no Probable Cause for Dr. Ruoff

c. 2022019-9 – Peter Thomas Gilyard, DVM – (Clemmons Veterinary Clinic) - Ms. Eric Meadley – Letter of Reprimand

d. 2022024-9 – Michelle Diana Barringer, DVM – (Carolina Veterinary Specialists Referral Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jennifer Dunn – Letter of Caution

e. 2022028-9 – Danielle Nichole Barnes, DVM – (Happy Tails Veterinary Emergency Clinic) – Ms. Meredith Gaither – Dismissed, no probable cause

f. 2022032-9 – Jason Arthur Streck, DVM – (After Hours Veterinary Emergency Clinic) – Ms. Hailey Massey – Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2022035-9 – Jennifer Ellen Fordham, DVM and Edward Maris Lineberger, DVM – (Lineberger Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Scottie Floyd, Jr.– Dismissed, no probable cause for both doctor’s

h. 2022036-9 – Roxanne Kathleen Taylor, DVM – (Emergency Pet Hospital of Craven- Carteret) – Ms. Heather Hughes – Letter of Caution

i. 2022038-9 – Raymond M. Morrison, DVM and Jennifer Hope Geisler, DVM – (Ard- Vista Animal Hospital) – Ms. Karina Kapitanovsky Dismissed, no probable cause for both doctor’s

j. 2022029-9 – Amelia Gayle Hubbard, DVM- (Stokesdale Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Kimberly Nelson- Letter of Caution

k. 2022033-9- Bobbi Jo Kotrba, DVM- (Craven Animal Hospital) – Ms. Ann Lewis- Letter of Caution

l. 2022045-9- Shelly Embler Figgatt, DVM- (Skeet Club Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Olga Reyes- Dismissed, no probable cause

The report from Committee 9 was approved unanimously.

September 8, 2022

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2022037-8 Marlon Klaus Sequeira, DVM (Veterinary Care Anywhere Animal Hospital, PLLC) Ms. Mairah Bharde – Letter of Caution

b. 2022052-8 – Jennifer Lynn Stevens Campbell, DVM (Paws and Claws Affordable Veterinary Clinic) – Ms. Jordan Blake – Letter of Caution

c. 2022049- 8 – Hunter K.P. Goldsmith, DVM (Matthews Animal Hospital)– Ms. Rachel Rosenthal – Continued

d. 2022067-8 – Kim Francine Krivit, DVM (North Star Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Maureen Lee – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2022066-8 – Tara Desai Thompson, DVM (Brunswick Animal Hospital) – Mr. Chet Moore – Dismissed, no probable cause

f. 2022069-8 – Katelyn Deanna Drummer, DVM (Guilford-Jamestown Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Chris Taylor – Continued.

g. 2022072-8 – John Henry Price III, DVM (Pet Vet on Patton Animal Hospital) – Ms. Miranda Penley – Dismissed, no probable cause.

Kent Dean, DVM recused himself from the closed session discussion regarding case 2022067-8 and abstained from the vote to approve the report of Committee No 8.

The report from Committee 8 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2022023-10 – Mary Pride Clark, DVM (Open Door Veterinary Care Clinic) and Melissa Lee Nelson, DVM (Haw Creek Animal Hospital) - Ms. Tonia Honeycutt – Dismissed, no probable cause for both.

b. 2022025-10 – Marlon Klaus Sequeira, DVM (Veterinary Care Anywhere Animal Hospital, PLLC) – Ms. Janette Jonsone – Letter of Reprimand with a Civil Monetary fine of $1,000.

c. 2022042-10 – David Alan Drake, DVM (Pressly Animal Hospital) – Ms. Patricia Malta – Letter of Caution.

d. 2022043-10 – Elizabeth Gough Eubanks, DVM (Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Celeste Keszenheimer – Dismissed, no probable cause.

e. 2022054-10 – Jared Andrew Conley, DVM (Complete Pet Care Animal Hospital Heritage) – Dismissed, no probable cause

f. 2022044-10 – Lisa Elizabeth Kivett, DVM (Foundation Equine Clinic) Ms. Laura Matthews – Dismissed, no probable cause.

g. 2022050 – Rebecca Marie Cozart, DVM (Myrtle Grove Animal Hospital) – Ms. Kathy E. Walden – Dismissed, no probable cause.

President Azure Holland, DVM recused herself from the closed session discussion regarding case 2022054-10 and abstained from the vote to approve the report of Committee 10.

The report from Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

November 10, 2022

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore reported that there have been 101 closing letters completed since January, and currently working on 16 which will bring the total to 117 by the next meeting.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 8

a. 2022049-8 – Hunter K.P. Goldsmith, DVM (Matthews Animal Clinic) Ms. Rachel Rosenthal – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2022069-8 – Katelyn Deanna Drummer, DVM (Guilford-Jamestown Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Chris Taylor – Letter of Reprimand

c. 2022071-8 – Daniel James Wilson, DVM (A Country Veterinary Clinic) – Ms. Brittany Dumire – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2022075-8 – Max Joseph Gordon, DVM (Meadowmount Animal Hospital) – Ms. Tamara Prezma – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2022064-8 – Madison Grace Grant, DVM (Western Carolina Regional Animal Hospital) and Kristin Kathleen Heilmeier-Santos, DVM (Veterinary Emergency Hospital) – Ms. Amy Jackson – Dismissed, no probable cause (both)

The report from Committee 8 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 10

a. 2022047-10 – Ginger Wike Tran, DVM (Heritage Animal Hospital) – Ms. Danielle Talley – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2022051-10 – Amy Lee Nevens, DVM (Animal Hospital of Fayetteville) – Ms. Connie Smith – Letter of Caution

 c. 2022053-10 – Stephanie Anne Moore DVM (Hampstead Animal Hospital) – Ms. Haley Shellhammer – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2022055-10 – Katherine Sarah Snyder, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital #0602) and Alicia Marie Taylor, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital #0595) – Ms. Brenda Lamontagne – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

e. 2022057-10 – Tracy Lyn Gieger, DVM (NC State Veterinary Hospital) and Jason Robert Strasberg, DVM (NC State College of Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Kaitlyn Fulton – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

f. 2022060-10 – Nicole Peterson Sheehan, DVM and Tamara Brooks Rattray, DVM (Whole Pet Integrative Veterinary Hospital-Davidson) Ms. Terri Korkes – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (both)

 g. 2022059 – Riley Kathleen Raskopf, DVM (NC State College of Veterinary Medicine “no longer at NCSU”) – Ms. Bupathi Dissanayake – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

h. 2022061 – Dustin Charles Orr, DVM (Mt. Pleasant Animal Hospital) – Mr. Terry Crayton – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 i. 2022063 – Karin Maria Margareta Gardner, DVM (Wake Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care) – Mr. Sean Duford – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

j. 2022065 – George W. Hofmann, Jr., DVM and Pamela Jean Schill, DVM (Winston Veterinary Hospital – Ms. Mary Carson – Letter or Reprimand (both)

k. 2022073 – Tanya Noel Osler, DVM and Bobbi Jo Kotrba, DVM (Craven Animal Hospital) – Mr. Ricky L. Martin – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

Committee 10 was approved unanimously.

NCVMB 2022 - Public Records - Highlighted Meeting Notes

January 13, 2022

At 8:07 a.m., President Susan Bull, DVM

10:45 a.m. Dr. Cannedy made a motion to go into closed session pursuant to GS § 143-318.11(a)(3) to review complaints with Board Attorney, seconded by Dr. Holland.

March 10, 2022

The inspectors will continue to call facilities ahead of time due to COVID. Dr. Wright stated some of the positives for calling ahead: takes the stress out of visits, there are more questions asked during visits, and more interactions between the inspectors and practitioners. Deputy Director Keith West is working on streamlining the inspection process.

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Skidmore stated that, though Dr. Bull reads the Ethics Statement at each board meeting, board members need to file their Statement of Economic Interest by April 15th to be in compliance. Ethics commission requires that Ethics training be completed every two years. He will send an email reminder. Committee 9’s injunction against Dr. Stevenson was implemented.

May 12, 2022

Nomination Committee Report: Dr. Bull recommended positions from the nomination committee to be Dr. Holland as President, Dr. Cannedy as Vice President, and Mrs. Lazaro as the Secretary/Treasurer. All board members voted in favor of the recommendations.

Position Statement: Definition of “Specialist” Dr. Schadler discussed position statements, definition of a “specialist”, and information from the AVMA. He stated that there have been complaints about Veterinarians at facilities who were listed as a “specialist” without being Board certified. He also stated that there should be clarification of the definition of “specialist” as it can be misleading to the public. Dr. Komich made a motion to approve the definition of “specialist” and Mrs. Lazaro seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

President’s Report: Dr. Bull stated that the AAVSB named Dr. Schadler as an interim to their Board of Directors. Dr. Bull stated that this will be Dr. Dean’s last meeting but he is still active until the Governor appoints his replacement. She thanked him for his service, time, and accomplishments over the past 10 years.

At 10:43 a.m. Dr. Bull asked for a motion to go back into closed session pursuant to GS § 143-318.11(a)(3) to review complaints with the Board’s Attorney.

July 7, 2022

At 8:00 a.m., President Azure Holland, DVM

Dr. Holland reviewed with the Board the Governor’s and the North Carolina Ethics Commission’s statements on recognizing and avoiding conflicts of interest. She also reviewed G.S. § 90-179 of the North Carolina Veterinary Practice Act.

President’s Report: Dr. Holland stated the Committees for 2022- 2023. Committee 8 will stay the same. Committee 9 will change to Committee 10. Committee 10 will be Robin Lazaro, RVT as Chairman, Dr. Komich, and Dr. Martin. Chiropractic Committee will be Dr. Cannedy as Chairman, Robin Lazaro, RVT and Tim Gold. Personnel Committee will be Dr. Komich as Chairman, and Dr. Holland. Budget and Finance Committee will be Dr. Bull as Chairman, Dr. Komich, and Dr. Schadler. The legislative committee will stay the same.

Deputy Director Keith West reported that there have been 141 inspections since the last meeting. Dr. McFetridge performed 23 inspections, Dr. Jeffer performed 32 inspections, Dr. Peer performed 39 inspections, and Dr. Wright performed 47 inspections. Serious violation numbers have gone down.

Attorney’s Report: All board members stated their appreciation of the quality of the closing letters and being sent out in a timely manner.

Dr. Schadler introduced Crystal Moss, as the new Practice Facility Coordinator.

At 9:20 a.m. Dr. Holland asked for a motion to go into closed session pursuant to GS § 143-318.11(a)(3) to review complaints with the Board’s attorney.

There was a proposal to create a strategic plan for the board. There was also a suggestion to review other veterinary board’s strategic plans. Dr. Holland stated she would name a committee in the meantime

September 8, 2022

Robin McFerren, DVM, was introduced to the board as the new North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board Inspector.

Facility Inspection Report: Deputy Director Keith West reported that there have been 170 inspections since the last meeting. There were 2 serious violations

Attorney’s Report: All board members stated their appreciation of the quality of the closing letters and being sent out in a timely manner.

At 9:57 a.m. President Azure Holland, DVM asked for a motion to go into closed session pursuant to GS § 143-318.11(a)(3) to review complaints with the Board’s attorney. Susan Bull, DVM made the motion and it was seconded by Robin Lazarro. Motion approved unanimously.

November 10, 2022

Facility Inspection Report: Deputy Director Keith West reported that there have been 181 inspections since the last meeting. There were 10 serious violations issued.

At 11:11 a.m., President Azure Holland, DVM asked for a motion to go into closed session pursuant to GS § 143-318.11(a)(3) to review complaints with the Board’s attorney. Susan Bull, DVM made the motion, and it was seconded by Robin Lazaro, RVT. Motion approved unanimously

NCVMB 2021 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 72*

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 46**

      • Percentage: 63.89%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 12

      •  Percentage: 16.67%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 14

      • Percentage: 19.44%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 7

•  # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count: 2

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of Recusals

  • • •  Count: 1

      • Percentage: 1.39%

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(Mr. Skidmore became the attorney on September 1, 2021) 

3 doctors were "removed from complaint"

NCVMB 2020 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 83****

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 55

      • Percentage: 66.27%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 11

      •  Percentage: 13.25%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 17

      • Percentage: 20.48%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 7

• # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count: 3

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of Recusals  

  • • •  Count: 2

      • Percentage: 2.41%

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**** Abnormal year.  Included in the total of 83, 8 people complained about Janine Marie Oliver, DVM resulting in  7 letters of reprimand/1 caution and ultimate suspension of license.  2 other licenses were terminated/surrendered in unrelated cases (2016021-1; 2018001-1; 2018027-1) & (i. 2020066-9) Not counted in totals: 1 reconsidered, no change (a. 2019048-1) +2 reconsidered, with both getting a letter of caution and a letter of reprimand. (d. 2019024-1).

9 dismissal letters are part of one complaint, and they are each counted as part of the 83 (2019049-1).

(“Online Complaint” process started January 21, 2020.)(meetings by Zoom began May 7) 

NCVMB 2020 - Public Records - List of Investigations

January 16, 2020

Attorney Report: Mr. Hearn reported that 41 Committee decision closing letters were mailed in 2019.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2019044-1 – Jared Andrew Conley, DVM and Gregory Andrew Hunter (Complete Pet Care Animal Hospital) – Ms. Christine Cutter – No probable cause, dismissed

b. 2019046-1 – Jason Arthur Streck, DVM (After Hours Veterinary Emergency Clinic) – Dr. Barbara Zwadyk – Letter of Reprimand and $500 civil monetary penalty

c. 2019048-1 – Deanna Jeanette Tickle, DVM (Burlington Animal Hospital) – Ms. Alexandra Fishman – No probable cause, dismissed

d. 2019051-1 – Melita Nicole Nowlan, DVM (Austin Veterinary Animal Hospital) – Ms. Inez Leyden & Mr. Allan Evans – No probable cause, dismissed

 e. 2019058-1 – Nicholas Michael Calo, DVM (Wilmington Animal Healthcare Veterinary Hospital) – Drs. Jeff Ward & Stacy Ward – Continued

The report of Committee 1 was approved.

Dr. Komich, seconded by Dr. Holland, made a motion to accept the Committee’s recommendation and assess a civil monetary penalty of $500 against Jason Arthur Streck, DVM in Complaint 2019046-1 based on the factors in G.S. §90-187.8(b)(1) and (b)(2). The motion passed unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2019039-9 – Candice S. Bailey, DVM (CVS-Huntersville) – Mr. Brett & Ms. Jane Peloquin – No probable cause, dismissed

 b. 2019043-9 – Hannah Jane Parker, DVM (Lake Country Animal Hospital) – Mr. Randy and Ms. Margaret Mills – Continued

c. 2019050-9 – Elena Jean Shirley, DVM (Grace Animal Hospital) – Ms. Robin S. Talbot – Letter of Reprimand

 d. 2019047-9 – Nicolas Ryan Lavie, DVM (Greenock Farm Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Mackenzie Gillis – No probable cause, dismissed

The report from Committee 9 was approved.

 March 5, 2020

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2019048-1- Deanna Jeanette Tickle, DVM (Burlington Animal Hospital) – Ms. Alexandra Fishman – Reconsidered – decision of No Probable Cause, Dismissed is reaffirmed

b. 2019058-1 – Nicholas Michael Calo, DVM (Wilmington Animal Healthcare Veterinary Hospital) – Drs. Jeff Ward & Stacy Ward – Continued

c.  2019049-1 – Thomas Joseph McEntegart, DVM; Kathleen Moira Aicher, DVM; Sarita Andrea Miles, DVM; Katharine Davis Mauro, DVM; Rae  Grace Hutchins, DVM; Rachel Anne Shoemaker, DVM; Nicole Marie Piscitelli, DVM; Kelsey Marie Jorge, DVM; Maureen Elizabeth Levesque, VDM (VSH of the Carolinas-Cary) – Ms. Alexandra Fishman – Continued

d. 2019056-1 – Paula Anne Jones, DVM (Cardinal Animal Hospital) – Ms. Carol A. Carter – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

 e. 2019054-1 – Michael S. Grafinger, DVM (Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital of Holly Springs) – Ms. Alexis Nastasi & Mr. Robert Delabio – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

f. 2020001-1 – Karen Ann Gwynn, DVM (Surry Animal Hospital) – Mr. Robert A. Barone – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

The report of Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2019015-7 – Donald L. Fuller, DVM (Caswell Veterinary Service) – NCVMB – Dr. Fuller has until March 15, 2020 to close his facility

b. 2018030-7 – Dennis Golden, DVM (Animal Hospital of North Asheville) – Dr. Pamela Branning – Reaffirmed decision of No Probable Cause, Dismissed

Dr. Dean, seconded by Dr. Holland, made a motion to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 7.

Dr. Gemeinhardt recused herself from voting on complaint 2018030-7. Motion was approved

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

 a. 2019043-9 – Hannah Jane Parker, DVM (Lake Country Animal Hospital) – Mr. Randy Mills and Ms. Margaret Mills – Letter of Reprimand

b. 2019057-9 – Matthew Cannon Merriman, DVM (Town & Country Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Debbie W. Holt – continued

 c. 2019055-9 – David Alexander Neely, DVM (VetIQ Petcare Veterinary Clinic) – Ms. Beatriz Alizo-Teynor – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

d. 2019052-9 – Gavin L. Olsen, DVM and Linda Joanne Lew, DVM (CVSGreensboro) – Mr. Michael Hall – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

e. 2019045-9 – Lauren Elizabeth Clements, DVM (Animal Urgent Care of Fayetteville) – Ms. Martha M. Travaglini – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

f. 2019053-9 – John Michael Canipe, DVM (Asheboro Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jenny Sale – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

The report from Committee 9 was approved.

   May 7, 2020

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2019058-1 – Nicholas Michael Calo, DVM (Wilmington Animal Healthcare Veterinary Hospital) – Drs. Jeff Ward & Stacy Ward – Consent Order approved by the Board

b. 2019049-1 – Thomas Joseph McEntegart, DVM; Kathleen Moira Aicher, DVM; Sarita Andrea Miles, DVM; Katharine Davis Mauro, DVM; Rae Grace Hutchins, DVM; Rachel Anne Shoemaker, DVM; Nicole Marie Piscitelli, DVM; Kelsey Marie Jorge, DVM; Maureen Elizabeth Levesque, VDM (VSH of the Carolinas-Cary) – Ms. Alexandra Fishman – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

 c. 2020003-1 – James O. Arnold, DVM (Harmony Heights Animal Hospital) – Ms. Linda Talley – Continued

d. 2020005-1 – Thomas Jesse Watson, DVM (Carolinas Veterinary Medical Hospital) – Ms. Maryanne P. Dailey – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

e. 2020011-1 – Sean Michael Greenlaw, DVM; Bobbi Jo Kotrba, DVM (Craven Animal Hospital) – Ms. Kathryn Johnson – Letter of Reprimand for Dr. Greenlaw; No Probable Cause, Dismissed for Dr. Kotrba

f. 2020009-1 – Susan Michele Rohrer, DVM; Charles Arbie Joplin, DVM (Atlantic Animal Hospital & Pet Resort) – Ms. Susannah Reynolds – Letter of Reprimand for Dr. Rohrer; No Probable Cause, Dismissed for Dr. Joplin

A motion was made by Dr. Gemeinhardt to accept the Consent Order for Dr. Nicholas Michael Calo, Complaint 2019058-1, and seconded by Mrs. Lazaro. This motion was approved. Dr. Gemeinhardt made a motion, seconded by Dr. Komich, to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 1.

 The report of Committee 1 was approved unanimously

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2019057-9 – Matthew Cannon Merriman, DVM (Town & Country Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Debbie W. Holt – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

b. 2020002-9 – Julianne Martin Davis-Christ, DVM; Mary Sutton Godwin, DVM (Mitchell Village Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jeannen Mechelle Stone – No Probable Cause, Dismissed for both

c. 2020006-9 – James L. Williams, DVM (Dogwood Animal Hospital) – Ms. Mackenzie Erin Robinson – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

d. 2020004-9 – Joshua Duke Foster, DVM (Northwood Animal Hospital) – Mr. Edward & Kathryn Levick – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

e. 2020012-9 – Allison Elizabeth Jones, DVM; Marnie Horton Gallagher, DVM (Mint Hill Animal Clinic) – Ms. Sherry Washington – No Probable Cause, Dismissed for both

The report from Committee 9 was approved

·                     July 9, 2020

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2020003-1 – James O. Arnold, DVM (Harmony Heights Animal Hospital) – Ms. Linda Talley – Letter of Reprimand, $1,000 Civil monetary penalty

 b. 2020007-1 – Sharon Louise Anthony, DVM (All Paws Pet Emergency Hospital) – Ms. Jessica Shoffner – Letter of Caution

 c. 2020013-1 – Joseph Clark Sawdy, DVM (Veterinary Referral Hospital of Hickory) – Ms. Cindy Lei Martin – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

 d. 2020015-1 – James Scott Watson, DVM (Pinetree Animal Hospital) – Mr. Thomas DeChiara & Ms. Anna Jones – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

 e. 2020017-1 – Sarah Anne Gerard, DVM (Center Veterinary Hospital) – Dr. Harry Culp – Letter of Reprimand

 f. 2020019-1 – James R. Rabon, DVM (Brunswick Animal Hospital) – Ms.Desiree Prugh – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

 g. 2020021-1 – Sarah Nicole Little, DVM (Premier Equine Mobile Veterinary Services) – Ms. Christine Tashjian - No Probable Cause, Dismissed

h. 2020025-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Shannon Bowen – Continued

i. 2020030-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Crystal Bennett - Continued

A motion was made by Mrs. Lazaro to assess a civil monetary penalty of $1,000, complaint 2020003-1, against Dr. James Arnold pursuant to the factors in G.S. § 90-187.8(1)[harm to the animal] and (2)[the gravity of the violation]. Dr. Holland seconded this motion and it was approved unanimously.

The report of Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2020018-9 – Amelia Gayle Hubbard, DVM (Stokesdale Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Birgit Hall – Letter of Reprimand / Letter of Caution

b. 2020008-9 – Bridgett Celest Mitchell, DVM (Four Paws Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Madelaine Ann Smith – Letter of Caution

c. 2020016-9 – Karin Maria Margareta Gardner, DVM (Wake Veterinary Hospital & Urgent Care) – Ms. Maxine Hayle – Letter of Reprimand

d. 2020010-9 – Lauren Virginia Powers, DVM (CVS-Huntersville) – Ms. Tara L. Hunt – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

e. 2020014-9 – Antiyonne Natrice Hauser, DVM (Humane Society of the Piedmont Spay, Neuter & Wellness Clinic) – Ms. Melissa Barnes – No Probable Cause, Dismissed

 f. 2020024-9 – Daniel Marshall Jones, DVM (Lenoir Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Norma Jo Sumlin - No Probable Cause, Dismissed

The report from Committee 9 was approved. Mrs. Newman recused herself from both the discussion and vote on complaint 2020010-9.

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September 10, 2020

 Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2020025-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Shannon Bowen – Letter of reprimand, $2,000 civil monetary penalty

b. 2020030-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Crystal Bennett – Continued

c. 2020023-1 – Kristine A. Woodaman, DVM (Green Creek Mobile) – Mr. Andrew C. Long – Letter of reprimand

d. 2020027-1 – Kimberly Ann Newman, DVM (VCA Seaside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Donna Hamilton – No probable cause, dismissed

 e. 2020042-1 – Nicole D. Martin, DVM (Southern Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. James J. Mace – No probable cause, dismissed

f. 2020038-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Tanya Lee Ahner-Mejia – Continued

g. 2020040-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Wannetta White – Continued

h. 2020053-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Emilia Ellen Rizzolla – Continued

The report of Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

A motion was made by Dr. Komich to accept the recommendation of the Committee No. 1 to assess a civil monetary penalty of $2,000, in complaint 2020025-1, against Dr. Janine Marie Oliver pursuant to the factors in G.S. § 90-187.8(b)(1)[degree of harm to the animal], (2)[the gravity of the violation], and (4)[elements of fraud or deception to the owner]. Dr. Meckes seconded this motion and it was approved unanimously

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2020026-9 – David Alan Conde, DVM (Dr. Conde Mobile Veterinary Practice) – Mr. Donald T. Currin – Continued

b. 2020022-9 – Lacey Wright Gaddy, DVM (Brown Creek Animal Hospital) – Mr. Joel N. Ennis, Jr - No probable cause, dismissed

 c. 2020033-9 – Stuart Whitney Lewis, DVM (Piper Glen Animal Hospital) – Ms. Christine Opela – No probable cause, dismissed

d. 2020028-9 – Rosalind Jane Kopp, DVM (Denver Animal Emergency) – Mr. Sam Vadala – No probable cause, dismissed

e. 2020044-9 – Lawson Elizabeth Hardee, DVM (River Run Animal Hospital) – Ms. Aura Maria Rodriguez – No probable cause, dismissed

f. 2020041-9 – Rosemarie Mador Williams, DVM (The Sound Cat Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Patricia Kusek – No probable cause, dismissed

g. 20200569 – Michael E. Sink, DVM; Diego Igacio Munoz, DVM (High Point Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Lori Kimiko Santoyo – Letter of caution for both

h. 2020043-9 – Cynthia Denise Burnett, DVM (Healing Hands Animal Hospital) – Ms. Susan M. Smith – Letter of caution

 i. 2020066-9 – Scott Stevenson, DVM – NCVMB – The Committee presented a proposed Consent Order with Scott C. Stevenson, DVM for discussion and approval by the Board. Following discussion, the Board unanimously approved a motion to accept the Consent Order. The Consent Order affirms that Dr. Stevenson has surrendered his veterinary license and has agreed not to reapply for a license until he has completed treatment for impairment as recommended by the North Carolina Physicians Health Program. Dr. Dean made a motion, seconded by Dr. Meckes, to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 9. The report from Committee 9 was approved unanimously.

Dr. Dean, seconded by Dr. Holland, made a motion to approve the Consent Order on complaint 2020066-9 and authorize Dr. Bull to sign. The motion was approved unanimously.

September 30, 2020

Emergency Meeting

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2020038-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Tanya Lee AhnerMejia – Letter of Reprimand with civil monetary penalty of $1500 pursuant to GS §90-187.8 (b)(1) Harm to the Animal and (2) Gravity of the violation.

b. 2020040-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Wannetta White – Letter of Reprimand with civil monetary penalty of $3000 pursuant to GS §90-187.8 (b)(1) Harm to the Animal and (2) Gravity of the violation.

c. 2020053-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Emilia Ellen Rizzolla – Letter of Caution for incomplete and inaccurate medical records

d. 2019024-1 – Schmunk (James & Matthew) DVM – Review & Reconsideration of decision. Dr. Matthew Schmunk – Letter of Reprimand and Letter of Caution Dr. James Schmunk – Letter of Caution and Letter of Reprimand

 Dr. Ronald Komich made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Robin Lazaro to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 1. The report of Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Complaint 2020038-1 A motion was made by Dr. Cannedy and seconded by Dr. Komich to accept the recommendation of the committee to assess a civil monetary penalty of $1500 against Dr. Janine Marie Oliver pursuant to the factors in G.S. §90-187.8(b)(1) [degree of harm to the animal], (2)[the gravity of the violation]. It was approved unanimously

Complaint 2020040-1 A motion was made by Mrs. Robin Lazaro to accept the recommendation of the committee to assess a civil monetary penalty of $3000 complaint against Dr. Janine Marie Oliver pursuant to the factors in G.S. § 90-187.8(b) (1) [degree of harm to the animal], (2) [the gravity of the violation], and (4) [elements of fraud or deception].

Dr. Holland seconded this motion and it was approved unanimously

November 13, 2020

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2020030-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Crystal Bennett – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

b. 2020036-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Melissa D. Campbell and Ms. Christina Cox Miles – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

c. 2020057-1 – Brittany Renee Bristol, DVM (Catawba Valley Animal Hospital) – Mr. James Oder – Letter of Caution

d. 2020061-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Kiana Prince – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

e. 2020047-1 – Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Kelsey Phillips – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

f. 2020045-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Lisa Winslow – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

g. 2020051-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Mr. Timothy Wayne Scarbrough – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

h. 2020062-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Tammy Graves – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

i. 2020063-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Stacee Chaplin – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

j. 2020055-1 - Janine Marie Oliver, DVM (Benessere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Kristie J. Scott – Dismissed pursuant to Consent Order

k. 2020067-1 – Rachelle Marquez Khare, DVM (Atrium Animal Hospital) – Ms. Trina Morella – No probable cause, dismissed

l. 2020069-1 – Bonita Gay Angel-Westlake, DVM (Angel Animal Hospital) – Ms. Geneva McDougald – No probable cause, dismissed

m. 2020059-1 – Kathryn Ann O’Hara, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital) – Mr. Jacob Davis - continued

The report of Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

A motion was made by Dr. Meckes to approve the Consent Order for voluntary surrender of license of Dr. Janine Marie Oliver and to authorize Dr. Bull to sign. Mrs. Lazaro seconded this motion and it was approved unanimously. Pursuant to the Consent Order, the civil monetary penalties assessed for the following complaints 2020025-1; 2020038-1; 2020040-1 at the September 10 and 30th 2020 Board meetings are withdrawn, but the letters of reprimand for each of these complaints will still be issued

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 9

a. 2020026-9 – David Alan Conde, DVM (Dr. Conde Mobile Veterinary Practice) – Mr. Donald T. Currin – Continued

 b. 2020031-9 – Charles Thomas Steinman, DVM (Salisbury Animal Hospital) – Ms. Sara Jarvis - No probable cause, dismissed

 c. 2020037-9 – Marlon Klaus Sequeira, DVM (Veterinary Care Anywhere Animal Hospital) – Ms. Amanda Hartman – Letter of caution

d. 2020054-9 – Abelina Gaona, DVM (Vetcare for Pets Animal Hospital) – Ms. Trudy Parrish – No probable cause, dismissed

e. 2020048-9 – Steven A. Walker, DVM (Countryside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Christina R. Pittman-Ward – Letter of caution

f. 2020048-9 – Antiyonne Natrice Hauser, DVM (Humane Society of the Piedmont Spay, Neuter & Wellness Clinic) – Ms. Marla Kasper – No probable cause, dismissed

The report from Committee 9 was approved unanimously.

December 9, 2020 

Emergency Meeting

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A motion was made by Mrs. Lazaro to accept the Agreement to terminate licensure of Dr. Paula Bullock, also known as Paula Bullock Beemis, and to authorize Dr. Bull to sign. Dr. Komich seconded this motion and it was approved unanimously. Pursuant to the Agreement, the following complaints 2016021-1; 2018001-1; 2018027-1 will be dismissed.

NCVMB 2020 - Public Records - Highlighted Meeting Notes

January 16, 2020

Registered Veterinary Technician Legislation: Robin Lazaro, RVT now has a task force in place to research and collect data from all states concerning statutes and rules for assistants versus registered veterinary technicians. Dr. Bull recommended that Dr. Holland and Dr. Schadler be on this task force.

Legislative Committee – Facility Permit: NCVMA Attorney Jon Carr reviewed several concerns of the Association regarding the proposed rule. His presentation included discussion and questions from Board members.

 Legislative Committee – Telehealth: Jon Carr also voiced NCVMA’s concerns about certain parts of the proposed telehealth rule. A discussion followed about NCVMA’s suggested changes.

The “Online Complaint” process is to start January 21, 2020. The Board will have to monitor more closely the validity of the complaints submitted. Dr. Shults is still waiting for a response to her complaints she has submitted to the Chiropractic Board. The Chiropractic Board’s next meeting is on January 24, 2020. Dr. Schadler suggested posting facility inspections online. The Board agreed.

The Executive Committee received a request for a clearer definition of duties that a registered veterinary technician can perform as compared to permissible tasks by an assistant or employee. Dr. Schadler has requested that the Board develop a position statement

The Board discussed concerns and issues about inspection of certain boarding facilities, and whether those inspections should be done by the Board or the Animal Welfare Division of the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS).

March 5, 2020

This meeting was held at the North Carolina State University-College of Veterinary Medicine (NCSU-CVM) in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Legislative Committee – Facility Permit and Telehealth: Dr. Shultz presented the NCVMA’s objections to the latest drafts. A discussion followed in which the concerns were clarified.

Registered Veterinary Technician Statue and Rules: Robin Lazaro, RVT, along with Dr. Holland, Dr. Schadler and six other Registered Veterinary Technicians, have been working on improving the language in the Practice Act and Board rules regulating registered veterinary technicians.

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. David Marshall, Chief Inspector, reported that 145 facilities were inspected since January 16, 2020 with 11 serious violation letters sent out.

Dr. Schadler asked the Board to require that complaints must be filed within three years in order to be in line with the Board rule requiring that medical records be retained for three years. .… A complainant may petition the Board to allow a complaint to be filled beyond the three-year deadline if they can prove extenuating circumstances.

The Board was asked to look over questions pertaining to arrests and convictions on the veterinary application and renewal. Dr. Schadler and Mr. Hearn will work on this and the suggestions from the Board.

May 7, 2020

This meeting was held virtually through Zoom.

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. David Marshall, Chief Inspector, reported that 145 facilities were inspected since January 16, 2020 with 11 serious violation letters sent out.

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. David Marshall, Chief Inspector, reported that due to the shutdown of most inspections, there were only 32 inspections done since the last Board meeting. Discussion was held about when to restart inspections. June 1, 2020 is a tentative date.

Executive Director’s Report: The “Online Complaint” process is going smoothly. There are more complaints being filed through this method. Dr. Schadler congratulated the staff for working remotely successfully and to the Board for all the virtual meetings going smoothly.

July 9, 2020

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. David Marshall, Chief Inspector, reported that inspections resumed on May 20, 2020.  inspected 69 facilities; Four serious violations letters were issued during this time.

A Zoom meeting is scheduled with the Chiropractic Board and our Executive Committee on Thursday, July 16, 2020. The yearly audit will begin the end of July 2020.

September 10, 2020

Dr. Bull introduced and welcomed new Board member, Dr. Allen Cannedy. He is the Chief Diversity officer at North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine and is also the owner of Small Ruminant & Camelid Mobile Vet Service. Dr. Kim Gemeinhardt’s service on the Board has ended after 10 years. Dr. Bull presented her with a clock as a gift from the Board for her service.

Dr. Shults’ complaint to the Chiropractic Board resulted in a letter of caution for that chiropractor who was the subject of her complaint.

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. Joseph Wright, Chief Inspector, reported there have been 204 inspections since the last meeting. Five serious violations letters were issued during this time.

Legislative Committee: Keith West, Assistant to the Executive Director, reported that the Board will be submitting proposals to the Office of Administrative Hearings for administrative rules concerning Veterinary Telemedicine and for amending the rule entitled, Petition for Inactive Status, to include “registrants”. In February 2021 the Board will seek legislative sponsorship and approval of a bill to change G.S. § 90-87.10(6) on theriogenolgy. The proposed change is: “Any person from providing for or assisting in the practice of artificial insemination” to: “Any person from providing for or assisting in the practice of artificial insemination in food and fiber animals.”

Attorney’s Report: Mr. Hearn reported that Gov. Cooper has sued the Rules Review Commission. He will keep the Board informed of any developments.

September 30, 2020

 Emergency Meeting

November 13, 2020

In response to the current COVID-19 Pandemic, the NCVMB is continuing to suspend the requirement that only 10 hours of CE may be obtained via online learning for 2021. A motion that Veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians may obtain their CE completely online/virtually (both interactive and noninteractive) if necessary, to complete their requirement for 2021 was made by Dr. Holland and seconded by Dr. Dean. The motion was approved unanimously.

The AVMA Model Practice Act has an exemption for “any licensed individual of a licensed or regulated profession within the State who is providing assistance requested by a veterinarian licensed in the State, acting with consent from the client, and acting under the supervision of the licensed veterinarian. The licensed veterinarian shall maintain responsibility for the veterinarian-client-patient relationship.”

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. Joseph Wright, Chief Inspector, reported there have been 216 inspections since the last meeting. Only two serious violations letters were issued during this time. Dr. Wright indicated that most facilities are still practicing curb-side. There has also been a lot of new facility openings.

December 9, 2020 

Emergency Meeting

NCVMB 2019 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 59

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 36

      • Percentage: 61.02%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 14

      •  Percentage: 23.73%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 9

      • Percentage: 15.25%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 7

• # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count: 3

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of Recusals 

  • • •  Count: 5

      • Percentage: 8.47%

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NCVMB 2019 - Public Records - List of Investigations

January 17, 2019

Mr. Hearn completed 54 closing letters and consent orders for complaints in 2018.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

 a. 2018038-1 Amelia Hamilton Huff, DVM and Ellyn Dazenski Gouldin, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists) – James J. Batley, MD – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2018043-1 Vivian Shereen Cash, DVM (The Cottage Animal Clinic) – Ms. Michele Moore – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2018045-1 Martin Nathan Granick, DVM; Bailey Elizabeth Brame, DVM; Thomas Joseph McEntegart, DVM; Sarah Elizabeth Musulin, DVM (NCSU-CVM) – Ms. Sandra Clarke – Dismissed, No Probable Cause (4 letters)

d. 2018042-1 Daniel Henry Johnson, DVM (Avian & Exotic Animal Care) – Dustin Couture & Tara Gardiner – Continued

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2018037-7 Natalie Morris Shelton, DVM (Neuse Veterinary Clinic) – Mr. William Biddle and Mrs. Lynn Biddle – Letter of Caution and Letter of Reprimand. Regarding the Letter of Reprimand, upon motion by Mrs. Newman, seconded by Dr. Gemeinhardt, the Board voted unanimously to impose a Civil Monetary penalty of $500, pursuant to G.S. § 90-187.8 (b)(1) and (5); and to require that she complete five hours of continuing education credits in the area of analgesics and anesthetics by December 15, 2019. These CE credits are to be in addition to the 20 credit hours required for license renewal for 2020.

b. 2018041-7 Heather Renee Rubi, DVM (Veterinary Referral Hospital of Hickory) – Mr. Robert and Mrs. Brenda Hefner – Letter of Caution

 c. 2018040-7 Robbins L. Miller, DVM (Riverview Animal Hospital) – Mrs. Sandra Pennie Ann Foster – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2018044-7 Derrich Alexander Phillips, DVM (Long Animal Hospital & Emergency) – Ms. Angela Mincolla – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2018047-7 Matthew Eric Braun, DVM; Stephanie Loughlin Bedwell, DVM; Steven Michael Cogar, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists Referral Animal Hospital Winston-Salem) – Ms. Louise A. Pecevich – Continued

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

March 14, 2019

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Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2018042-1 Daniel Henry Johnson, DVM (Avian & Exotic Animal Care) – Dustin Couture & Tara Gardiner – Letter of Reprimand; $1,000 civil monetary penalty recommended

b. 2018046-1 – Candyce Marcel Thompson, DVM (CVS-Greensboro) – Ms. Courtney I. Raughley – Continued

c. 2018050-1 – Daniel Stephen Fordham, DVM (Brown Creek Animal Hospital) – Shelia Rae Adams, RN – Letter of Caution and 8 hours CE in cardiology

 d. 2019002-1 – Matthew Dane Frazier, DVM (Hannah Creek Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Mary Lynn Warren – Letter of Caution

e. 2018052-1 – Melody Olinger Heath, DVM (Viewmont Animal Hospital) – Mrs. Patricia Shew – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

Following discussion, Dr. Komich, seconded by Dr. Gemeinhardt, moved to assess a civil monetary penalty of $1,000 against Daniel Henry Johnson, DVM in complaint 2018042-1 as recommended by Committee No. 1, pursuant to §90-187.8 (2), (3) and (4) respectively: the duration and gravity of the violation; that the violation was committed willfully or intentionally or reflects a continuing pattern; and that the violation involved elements of deception to the clients. The motion passed unanimously.

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2018047-7 - Matthew Eric Braun, DVM; Stephanie Loughlin Bedwell, DVM; Steven Michael Cogar, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists Referral Animal Hospital Winston-Salem) – Ms. Louise A. Pecevich – Continued

 b. 2018051-7 – Candace Matthews Stroud, DVM (Poplar Animal Hospital) – Ms. Elizabeth L. Philippus – Letter of Caution

c. 2019003-7 – Stacey Elizabeth Beam, DVM (Stage Road Animal Hospital) – Beverly Booe & Rhonda Coley – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

May 16, 2019

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2018046-1 – Candyce Marcel Thompson, DVM (CVS-Greensboro) – Ms. Courtney I. Raughley – Continued

 b. 2019004-1 – Cora Beth Bridges Lanier, DVM (Middle Creek Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Kathleen Jordan – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 c. 2019006-1 – Brett Matthew Gulledge, DVM (Eastern Carolina Veterinary Referral) and Alicia Sue-Ann Burkett, DVM (Animal Emergency & Trauma Hospital of Wilmington) – Ms. Tiffany Yang and Dr. Debbie Yang – Letter of Caution to Dr. Gulledge; Dismissed, No Probable Cause to Dr. Burkett

 d. 2019008-1 – Brian Theodor Barnett, DVM (Randolph animal Hospital) – Christopher & Jennifer Priddy – Continued

e. 2019010-1 – Susan Dawn Thompson, DVM (Roxboro Animal Hospital) – Mr. James Edward Davis – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2018047-7 - Matthew Eric Braun, DVM; Stephanie Loughlin Bedwell, DVM; Steven Michael Cogar, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists Referral Animal Hospital Winston-Salem) – Ms. Louise A. Pecevich – Continued

 b. 2018049-7 – Laurel Marie Davis, DVM (Sunvet Animal Wellness Clinic) – Mr. Bill Manofsky – Letter of Reprimand

c. 2019005-7 – Timothy Charles McMullan, DVM (Pinnacle Animal Hospital) – Ms. Janie Morrow – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

d. 2019001-7 – Susan Aubrey Brown, DVM (Hi-B Equine Mobile Veterinary Practice) – Ms. Mona Marshall – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 e. 2019017-7 – Jerry L. Eskridge, DVM (Kings Mountain Animal Hospital) – NCVMB – Continued

f. 2019013-7 – Marilyn Joy Duda, DVM and Gregory Jay Lowe, DVM (Rowan Animal Clinic) – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

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  July 18, 2019

 Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2017051-7 – Steven A. Walker, DVM (Countryside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jean Wiggs – Reconsidered - Letter of Reprimand and Letter of Caution. The Committee recommends  a $5,000 civil monetary penalty.

 b. 2018047-7 - Matthew Eric Braun, DVM; Stephanie Loughlin Bedwell, DVM; Steven Michael Cogar, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists Referral Animal Hospital Winston-Salem) – Ms. Louise A. Pecevich – Continued

c. 2019017-7 – Jerry L. Eskridge, DVM (Kings Mountain Animal Hospital) – NCVMB – Withdrawn

d. 201915-7 – Donald L. Fuller, DVM (Caswell Veterinary Service) – NCVMB – The Committee will hold this matter open through 12/31/2019

e. 2019011-7 – Ann Ochiltree Griffin, DVM (Banfield Pet HospitalMorrisville) – Dr. Sandra Thomas – Letter of Caution

f. 2019023-7 – Jack Lee Miller, DVM (Miller Animal Hospital) – Mr. Hamid Ejlali – No Probable Cause, dismissed

g. 2019021-7 – Elizabeth Gough Eubanks, DVM and Rebecca Gail Weaver, DVM (Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Jennifer Hough - continued

Regarding 2017051-7, Dr. Steven Walker, Dr. Gemeinhardt made a motion to accept Committee on Investigations No. 7’s recommendation for a civil monetary penalty of $5,000, to be paid in 45 days from receipt of the Letter of Reprimand, pursuant to the statutory factors set forth in G.S. §90- 187.8 (1),(2) and (3),seconded by Dr. Dean. The motion passed unanimously.

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2018046-1 – Candyce Marcel Thompson, DVM (CVS-Greensboro) – Ms. Courtney I. Raughley – No Probable Cause, dismissed

b. 2019008-1 – Brian Theodor Barnett, DVM (Randolph Animal Hospital) – Christopher & Jennifer Priddy – Continued

 c. 2019012-1 – Lindsey Marie Davis, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital-Cary) – Ms. Debra Kresch – No Probable Cause, dismissed

d. 2019014-1 – Teresa Palmer Danford, DVM (Raleigh Community Animal Hospital) – Xavieria & Abraham Donovan – Letter of Reprimand

e. 2019016-1 – Jillian Keffer Cort, DVM and Rudi Richmand, VMD (Animal Emergency & Trauma Hospital of Wilmington) – Ms. Tina Lee – No Probable Cause, dismissed

f. 2019018-1 - Candyce Marcel Thompson, DVM (CVS-Greensboro) – Ms. Linda Cooper – No Probable Cause, dismissed

 g. 2019020-1 – James R. McClearen, DVM (Tri-County Animal Clinic) – Ms. Darion Kinderknecht – No Probable Cause, dismissed

 h. 2019025-1 – James F. Link, DVM (North Stanly Animal Clinic) – NCVMB – Case held open until report of next inspection is received and reviewed.

Dr. Komich was recused from the discussion and voting on complaint 2018046-1

 No. 1. The report from Committee 1 was approved.

Dr. Dean, seconded by Dr. Gemeinhardt, made a motion to eliminate the remaining period of stayed suspension/probation under the Consent Order in complaint 2013024-3 with Dr. Timothy Jordan based on his compliance with the terms of the Consent Order and with his contract with NCPHP. The motion passed unanimously.

 September 5, 2019

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2019008-1 – Brian Theodor Barnett, DVM (Randolph Animal Hospital) – Christopher & Jennifer Priddy – No probable cause, dismissed

b. 2019022-1 – Lorna Alexandra McLeod, DVM (Animal Health & Wellness Hospital) – Ms. Lisa Ayers – Letter of caution

c. 2019024-1 – Matthew James Schmunk, DVM and James G. Schmunk, DVM (North Davidson Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Jeff Block – Continued

 d. 2019027-1 – Mitchell Lee Spindel, DVM (Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital at Brassfield) – Tamara & Brad Hedglin – Letter of reprimand

e. 2019029-1 – Sara Waltz Johnston, DVM (Thrive Affordable Vet Clinic) – Ms. Blanca Perales – No probable cause, dismissed

f. 2019032-1 – Kahlina Marie Frey, DVM (VSH of the Carolinas) – Ms. Robin Boudwin – No probable cause, dismissed

Dr. Holland was recused from the discussion and voting on complaint 2019029-1 and Dr. Gemeinhardt was recused from the discussion and voting on complaint 2019008-1.

Dr. Komich made a motion, seconded by Dr. Holland, to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 1 with Dr. Gemeinhardt recused from voting on complaint 2019008-1.

 Dr. Komich made a motion, seconded by Dr. Gemeinhardt to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 1 with Dr. Holland recused from voting on complaint 2019029-1.

The report from Committee 1 was approved.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2018047-7 - Matthew Eric Braun, DVM; Stephanie Loughlin Bedwell, DVM; Steven Michael Cogar, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists Referral Animal Hospital Winston-Salem) – Ms. Louise A. Pecevich – No probable cause, dismissed issued for Dr. Braun and Dr. Bedwell, Letter of reprimand for Dr. Cogar (3 letters)

b. 2019021-7 – Elizabeth Gough Eubanks, DVM and Rebecca Gail Weaver, DVM (Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Jennifer Hough – continued

 c. 2019019-7 – Susan Paola Bonilla, DVM (Passionate Paws Animal Hospital) – Ms. Melinda Marrero – Letter of caution

d. 201926-7 – Kelly J. Sigle, DVM (CVS-Greensboro) – Ms. Lisa Tuttle – No probable cause, dismissed

e. 2019007-7 – Gregory Scott Munn, DVM (West Cary Animal Hospital) – Ms. Susan Halferty – No probable cause, dismissed

 f. 2019028-7 – Leigh Halsey Walker, DVM and Amanda Christine Lehnberg, DVM (Coats Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Michael Grove – Continued

g. 2018040-7 – Robbins L. Miller, DVM (Riverview Animal Hospital) – Mrs. Sandra Pennie Ann Foster – Reconsidered, change from no probable cause to letter of caution

Dr. Dean made a motion, seconded by Dr. Gemeinhardt, to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 7.

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

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·         November 14, 2019

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

 a. 2019025-1 – James F. Link, DVM (North Stanley Animal Clinic) – NCVMB – No probable cause, dismissed

b. 2019024-1 – Matthew James Schmunk, DVM and James G. Schmunk, DVM (North Davidson Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Jeff Block – Letter of Reprimand for Matthew James Schmunk, DVM and Letter of Caution for James G. Schmunk, DVM

c. 2019030-1 – Fernando Cardenas, DVM (3H Equine Hospital & Mobile Veterinary Services) – Ms. Bridgett Buckman – No probable cause, dismissed

d. 2019034-1 – Denise Darlene Vadala-Barbour, DVM (Crepe Myrtle Animal Hospital) – Mrs. Samantha Bowden – No probable cause, dismissed

 e. 2019042-1 – Timothy L. Strickland, DVM (Oldtown Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Rich & Cathy Grecki – Letter of Reprimand

f. 2019036-1 – Kevin Arthur Monce, DVM and Shaina Brianne Stewart, DVM (Petsound Animal Hospital) – Mr. Josh Bronson & Ms. Giovanna Arcari - No probable cause, dismissed for both

g. 2019040-1 – Alycia Catherine Washington, DVM (CVS-Huntersville) – NCVMB - No probable cause, dismissed

h. 2019038-1 – Jessenia Maria Vargas, DVM (Magnolia Animal Hospital) – Ms. Dana Dudley - No probable cause, dismissed

Dr. Gemeinhardt was recused from the discussion and voting on complaint 2019024-1. Dr. Komich made a motion, seconded by Dr. Holland, to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 1 with Dr. Gemeinhardt recused from voting on complaint 2019024-1.

The report from Committee 1 was approved.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2018049- Laurel Marie Davis, DVM (Sunvet Animal Wellness Clinic) – Mr. Manofsky – Letter of Reprimand reconsidered – no change

 b. 2019021-7 – Elizabeth Gough Eubanks, DVM and Rebecca Gail Weaver, DVM (Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Jennifer Hough – Letter of Caution

 c. 2019028-7 – Leigh Halsey Walker, DVM and Amanda Christine Lehnberg, DVM (Coats Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Michael Grove – No probable cause, dismissed for both

 d. 2019031-7 – Miranda Carol Ertel, DVM (Knightdale Animal Hospital) – Ms. Francisca Nicaragua – Letter of Caution

e. 2019033-7 – Matthew Paul Blevins, DVM (The Animal Hospital of Ashe) – Mr. Jim & Michelle Bathrick – Letter of Caution

 f. 2019035-7 – Daniel Walter Mertens, DVM (CVS-South Charlotte) – Ms. Carla Goodwin – No probable cause, dismissed

g. 2018037-7 – Olivia Guzman, DVM (X-Way Road Animal Hospital) – Mr. Edward Chase Cline – Letter of Reprimand and $2,000 civil monetary penalty

h. 2019041-7 – Anthony Harris Levine, DVM (Ironton Animal Hospital) – Ms. Rachelle Lay – Letter of Caution

Dr. Meckes was recused from the discussion and voting on complaint 2019033-7. Dr. Gemeinhardt made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Newman, to approve the report from Committee on Investigations No. 7 with Dr. Meckes recused from voting on complaint 2019033-7.

The report from Committee 7 was approved with one nay vote.

NCVMB 2019 - Public Records - Highlighted Meeting Notes

January 17, 2019

At 8:06 a.m., President William K. Dean, DVM called to order the

regular meeting of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board

Dr. Jordan is still working on making a video on Substance Abuse available for continuing education for the 2020 renewal cycle for veterinarians and technicians.

Dr. Gemeinhardt gave a brief report … medical records need to be more detailed; there were questions and a discussion presented concerning confidentiality of patient records.

There was a discussion about hiring an investigator for the Board. Hiring on a case-by-case basis was deemed best at present.

March 14, 2019

Approved mandatory opioid continuing education courses are posted on the NCVMB website.

Shelter Oversight: The proposed amendments will define surgical procedures; require a licensed veterinarian to perform the surgical procedure in a specified surgical area; and require NCVMB inspectors to inspect these surgical areas …

Senator Bill Rabon has agreed to assist the Board with amendments to the Practice Act that will add a new definition of “impairment” and will authorize the Board to adopt rules for Veterinary Facility Permits and supervising veterinarians.

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Telehealth/Telemedicine: Dr. Komich and Dr. Holland are continuing to work on potential language for a Telehealth/Telemedicine amendment to the Practice Act.

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. David Marshall, Chief Inspector, gave an updated report. The last quarter was very routine. Dr. Wright discussed that there is still a problem with non-veterinarian chiropractors practicing on animals.

FARB Meeting Reports: Dr. Komich stated that after listening to other Boards describe, at a recent FARB meeting, their disciplinary process, the NCVMB’s is by far the best.

Dr. Gemeinhardt stated that it was good that we have a DVM as Executive Director because of their expertise and knowledge, especially in an emergency situation. Dr. Gemeinhardt also recommended that all Board members have an “elevator” speech ready to succinctly inform legislators and others as to the Board’s responsibilities and duties. Dr. Schadler reported that in grievous disciplinary cases a temporary suspension of license can be authorized under the Practice Act and Board Rules if the Board feels public health or safety or the safety of animals is at risk.

May 16, 2019

The Board Executive Committee reported that it had met during the break and agreed to a recommendation to the Board concerning the telehealth/telemedicine issue. The recommendation is that the Board request Senator Bill Rabon, the sponsor of S.B. 604, to add an amendment to the Bill that would give the Board statutory authority to adopt administrative rules for regulating telehealth/telemedicine; and that the Board and the NCVMA would work together to present an agreed-upon proposal to Senator Rabon. Dr. Komich made a motion to accept the Board’s recommendation, seconded by Dr. Holland. The motion passed unanimously.

NCSU-CVM and NCVMB are still discussing issues concerning students obtaining surgical experience at veterinary facilities outside of the university, and which experience will apply toward graduation requirements.

Dr. Schadler also reported that served complaints of alleged unlicensed practice have been resolved through letters explaining the Practice Act and the consequences of unlicensed practice.

The Nominating Committee recommended for the Executive Committee: Dr. Bull as President; Robin Lazaro, RVT as Vice President; and Dr. Meckes as Secretary/Treasurer.

July 18, 2019

At 8:00 a.m., President Susan Bull, DVM called to order the regular meeting of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board.

North Carolina Professional Health Program (NCPHP) Report: Dr. Joseph Jordan, CEO of NCPHP, … gave a brief presentation on a one-hour program he has developed on “Substance Abuse” that will be used for CEs for veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians.

NCSU-CVM and NCVMB Meeting: Dr. Meckes, Dr. Holland, Dr. Bull, Dr. Schadler, and Dr. Neel met to discuss the extra-mural experience for veterinary students during their first three years. Dr. Meckes suggested that 3 rd year students, who have had surgical courses, be able to apply as interns. Dr. Bull appointed Dr. Meckes, Dr. Holland, and Dr. Dean as a committee to look into this possibility.

Chief Inspector’s Report: Dr. David Marshall, Chief Inspector, reported that the Board’s facility inspectors inspected 145 facilities this last quarter. Of the few facilities that have serious violations, the violations are mostly for expired drugs and the security of controlled drugs. There was one concern about a facility that is in disrepair…

Legislative Committees: • SB 604 – This amended Bill is on the Governor’s desk for signature. The Bill includes authorization for the Board to adopt rules regarding telehealth/telemedicine.

HB 707 – This Bill recognized apprenticeships and training. As originally written, it would have affected the current requirements for registration of registered veterinary technicians.

Shelter Oversight: The joint NCDA&CS/NCVMB committee is still studying proposed shelter rules, one of which would incorporate NCVMB’s minimum standards for surgery, drug requirements, after hours care, and require that a licensed North Carolina veterinarian perform the surgery in shelters.

September 5, 2019

Clarification of rules pertaining to Humane Shelters & DVMs: Dr. Norris has informed all shelters that they must have a licensed veterinarian to perform any procedures …

Legislative Committee – Facility Permit: NCVMB now has the authority to create rules pertaining to Facility Permit.

Chiropractor Update: Thomas Sullivan, Executive Director of the North Carolina Board of Chiropractic Examiners, advised NCVMB that they are not going to take any action at the present time against chiropractors who are practicing veterinary medicine. Dr. Shults has made a formal complaint to the Chiropractic Board against a chiropractor who has violated the NCVMB’s Practice Act.

November 14, 2019

Reports: President:

Dr. Bull has established Committee on Investigations 9 with the following Board members: Dr. Holland, Dr. Komich, and Robin Lazaro, RVT as the chairperson. Committee on Investigations 7 will no longer be assigned complaints and will complete its investigations and discussions on the complaints currently pending.

Dr. Shults voiced a concern that all veterinarians should know the rules and regulations from the North Carolina Animal Welfare concerning boarding and daycare in facilities.

Legislative Committee – Facility Permit: NCVMA Attorney Jon Carr voiced concerns about “Pop-up” clinics in parking lots.

CBD Update: Joe Reardon, Consumer Protection Assistant Commissioner for NCDA&CS, updated the Board on their stance on CBDs.

NCVMB 2018 Determination Breakdown

Total Determinations: 53

•  Dismissed (No Probable Cause)

  • • •  Count: 39

      • Percentage: 73.58%

•  Letter of Caution

  • • • Count: 10

      •  Percentage: 18.87%

•  Letter of Reprimand

  • • • Count: 4

      • Percentage: 7.55%

•  # of Disciplinary Actions

  • • •  Count: 4

• # of Reconsiderations listed

  • • •  Count: 8

•  # of OAH cases filed against board

  • • •  Count: 0

•  # of Recusals

  • • •  Count: 5

      • Percentage:9.43%

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NCVMB 2018 - Public Records - List of Investigations

January 18, 2018

Mr. Hearn  reported the completion of 58 closing letters for complaints in 2017. The number included two consent orders.( Board Attorney, George Hearn)

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

 2017023-1 Barbara Kay Lawrence, DVM (Lake Country Animal Hospital) – Mr. Robin Turner – Committee reconsidered the Letter of Caution decision and changed to No Probable Cause / Dismissed. The Committee recommends that the Board initiates a complaint against Dr. Jamie Marshall on Mr. Turner’s allegations.

2017029-1 Rachel Blackmer, DVM (Southpoint Animal Hospital) – Mr. Terry Hartman – The Committee reconsidered to and reaffirmed its No Probable Cause/Dismissal decision but decided to add cautionary words regarding amendments to the medical record.

2017031-1 John Walter Stinson, DVM (Animal Hospital of Wilkes) – Mr. Chuck Phillips & Family – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

2017047-1 Heather Keir Sinclair, DVM (Haw Creek Animal Hospital) – Ameli Cyr, RVT – No Probable Cause

2017041-1 Deborah Ann Cowan, DVM (Animal Hospital of Walnut Cove) – Ms. Meghan Kelley – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

2017049-1 Kimberly Ann Young, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital) – Ms. Chelsea Wiley & Mr. Ogden Buck – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

Dr. Gemeinhardt recused herself from the discussion and vote on Complaint 2017041-1.

The report from Committee 1 was approved.

2017043-1 Dwight Edwin Cochran, II, DVM – NCVMB – Consent Order Committee on Investigations No. 1 presented its recommendations on complaint number 

2017043-1 concerning Dwight Edwin Cochran, II, DVM, that the Board approve a Consent Order to resolve the Committee’s investigation of this complaint.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

2017011-7 Kevin Lewis Brophy, DVM – NCVMB – Continued

2017004-7 Jami Nichole George, DVM (Brigadoon Animal Hospital) – Ms. Dorothy Tant – Committee reconsidered its previously issued Letter of Reprimand, which had been rejected by Dr. George. The reconsidered decision is a Letter of Caution.

2017017-7 David Charles Brazik, DVM (Leland Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Shannell Armstrong – Dr. Brazik had rejected previously the Letter of Reprimand. The Committee reconsidered the case but its decision remains a Letter of Reprimand.

2017044-7 Andrew Lee Pierce, DVM (Denver Animal Emergency) – Ms. Teresa Post – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

 2017046-7 Melanie Jeanne Silvious, DVM (Hope Mills Road Animal Hospital) – Mr. Gilbert Viegra – Letter of Caution.

 2017020-7 Nicolette McBride Harris, DVM (Southern Oaks Animal Hospital) – Ms. Rebecca Platt – No Probable Cause / Dismissed.

2017050-7 Rachel Marie Rice, DVM (Carolina Veterinary Specialists) – Ms. Charlene Clarke – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

2017051-7 Dr. Steven A. Walker, DVM (Countryside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jean Wiggs - Continued

Dr. Dean recused himself from the discussion and vote on Complaint 2017020-7.

The report from Committee 7 was approved.

March 15, 2018

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

2017054-1 Tracy Whittaker Land, DVM (Tri-State Spay/Neuter Clinic) – Mr. Evan Crisp – Letter of Reprimand

2017059-1 Enid Espinosa-Walker, DVM (Countryside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Joyce Scott – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

2017057-1 John H. Isaacs, DVM (Quail Corners Animal Hospital) – Ms. Twyla Stamps McGovern – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

2017051-1 Steven A. Walker, DVM (Countryside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jean Wiggs – Continued

2017053-1 Jami Nichole George, DVM (Brigadoon Animal Hospital) – Mr. Marshall Williams – No Probable Cause / Dismissed

2017055-7 Richard Johnson Hawkes, DVM (Arendell Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jocelin A. Alves – Letter of Caution

2017056-7 Jennifer Foshee Hanes, DVM (Piedmont Animal Emergency & Referral Center) – Ms. Moressa Wagner – Continued

2017058-7 William Kent Dean, DVM (Southern Oaks Animal Hospital) – Mr. Randall L. Scales – Letter of Caution

Dr. Dean  recused himself from the discussion and vote on Complaint 2017058-7. The report from Committee 7 was approved.

·  May 17, 2018

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2017052-1 Susan Michele Rohrer, DVM (Atlantic Animal Hospital Pet Care Resort) – Ms. Renee Sauer – Dismissed, no probable cause

b. 2018001-1 Paula Kay Bullock, DVM (Affordable Animal Care) – Mrs. Elizabeth Angell – Hearing to be scheduled

c. 2018007-1 Christopher Ross Konvalinka, DVM (Bahama Road Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Nita Walker – Dismissed, no probable cause

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2017051-7 Steven A. Walker, DVM (Countryside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jean Wiggs – Continued

 b. 2017056-7 Jennifer Foshee Hanes, DVM (Piedmont Animal Emergency & Referral Center) – Ms. Moressa Wagner - Continued MINUTES, North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board Raleigh, North Carolina, May 17, 2018 9

 c. 2018002-7 Melissanne Dalena, DVM & Elodie Emmanuelle Huguet, DVM (VSH of Cary) – Mr. Kenny & Mrs. Debbie Fowler – Dismissed, no probable cause for both Dr. Dalena and Dr. Huguet

d. 2017060-7 Laura Marie Theobald, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital) – Ms. Kimberly Easley Blakely – Letter of caution and 10 additional continuing educational hours in emergency stabilization

e. 2018005-7 Andrea Grace Watson, DVM (Roanoke Animal Hospital) – Mr. David & Mrs. Sallie Twine – Letter of caution

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

July 19, 2018

Committee on Investigations No. 1 presented information it received July 18 concerning Dr. Paula Kay bullock, including a copy of a Superseding True Bill of Indictment dated June 26, 2018, issued by the Grand Jury of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina in Greensboro, charging Dr. Bullock with 21 felonies. ….

Mrs. Krissie Newman made a motion that the Board issue, pursuant to G.S. § 90-186(3), a Summary Emergency Order suspending the operation of any veterinary practice facility operated by Dr. Paula Kay Bullock and suspending her license…

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2017054-1 Tracy Whittaker Land (Tri-State Spay/Neuter Clinic) – Mrs. Evan Crisp – reconsideration of LOR – LOR affirmed with some modifications to the wording of the decision portion of the letter.

b. 2018013-1 Stephen Matthew Samson, DVM and Christinia Balance Hicks, DVM (Coastal Animal Hospital of Hatteras Island) – Mr. & Mrs. Hawbaker – Dismissed, no probable cause as to both veterinarians

c. 2018011-1 Kyle Anthony Alberti, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital 0602) – Mr. James N. Nowell, II – Continued MINUTES, North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board Raleigh, North Carolina, July 19, 2018 12

d. 2018009-1 Amy Boyer Martin, DVM (Pamlico Animal Hospital) – Mr. Brandon Berry – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2018019-1 Sara Ryan Fletcher, DVM (Piedmont Communities Spay & Wellness Clinic) – Mr. & Mrs. Obermeyer – Dismissed, no probable cause

 f. 2018018-1 Jamie Ferguson Marshall, DVM (Lake Country Animal Hospital) – NCVMB – Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2018020-1 Tonya Lin Tanner, DVM (Creekside Veterinary Hospital); Jason Arthur Streck, DVM and Swen Thomas Samoska, DVM (Guilford College Animal Hospital) – Ms. Stacy Owens – Dismissed, no probable cause as to each veterinarian (3 dismissed)

h. 2018004-1 Gregory K. Hedrick, DVM (Davidson Animal Hospital) – Ms. Karen Fullerton – Continued

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2017051-7 Steven A. Walker, DVM (Countryside Animal Hospital) – Ms. Jean Wiggs – two Letter of Reprimands with $1,500 fine for each

b. 2017056-7 Jennifer Foshee Hanes, DVM (Piedmont Animal Emergency & Referral Center) – Ms. Moressa Wagner – Continued

 c. 2018006-7 Elizabeth Elliott Pantzer, DVM (Office of Holistic Veterinary Services of Asheville) – Ms. Keri Gaddis – Letter of Reprimand

d. 2018014-7 Daniel Chitu, DVM (Burnsville Veterinary Clinic) – Mr. Daniel Adams – Dismissed, no probable cause

e. 2018008-7 Michele J. Ewing, DVM (Eastern Carolina Veterinary Emergency Treatment Service) – Ms. Janice Thompson – Continued

f. 2018012-7 Julie Eriksson Kiell, DVM (Healthy Petz Veterinary Clinic) – Mr. & Mrs. Pascarella – Dismissed, no probable cause

g. 2018017-7 Julie Marie Kang, DVM (Southern Oaks Animal Hospital) – Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Jones – continued

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

September 6, 2018

Committee on Investigations No. 7 presented a Consent Order to resolve complaint no. 2017011-7 against Dr. Kevin Brophy.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2018011-1 Kyle Anthony Alberti, DVM (Banfield Pet Hospital 0602) – Mr. James N. Nowell, II – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2018004-1 Gregory K. Hedrick, DVM (Davidson Animal Hospital) – Ms. Karen Fullerton – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2018023-1 Kristine A. Woodaman, DVM (Green Creek Mobile Veterinary Services) – Ms. Patricia Proshek – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

a. 2017056-7 Jennifer Foshee Hanes, DVM (Piedmont Animal Emergency & Referral Center) – Ms. Moressa Wagner - Letter of Caution

b. 2018008-7 Michele J. Ewing, DVM (Eastern Carolina Veterinary Emergency Treatment Service) – Ms. Janice Thompson – Continued

c. 2018017-7 Julie Marie Kang, DVM (Southern Oaks Animal Hospital) – Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Jones – Letter of Caution

d. 2018010-7 James Paul Murray, DVM (Heartwood Animal Hospital) – Mr. David Hicks – Letter of Caution

 e. 2018015-7 Rachel Marie Rice, DVM (Carolina Veterinary SpecialistsHuntersville) – Ms. Jalisa Mayes – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 f. 2018022-7 Jessica Cari Hess, RVT (Carolina Veterinary SpecialistsMatthews) – Jessica Hess, RVT – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

Dr. Dean recused himself from the discussion and vote on complaint 2018017-7.

November 8, 2018

Mr. Hearn has completed 44 closing letters for complaints since January 2018. There are 8 pending cases. The Federal trial for Dr. Paula Bullock has been postponed until February 29, 2019.

Committee on Investigations No. 7 presented a Consent Order to resolve complaint no. 2018008-7 against Dr. Michele Ewing.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 7

 a. 2018032-7 Rudi Richmand, VMD (Animal Emergency & Trauma Hospital of Wilmington) – Mr. Dennis Gan - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2018034-7 Sarah Kridler Carroll, DVM (Craven Animal Hospital) – Ms. Cathy J. Bratcher – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2018016-7 David E. Brooks, DVM (Pembroke Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Grace Holden – Letter of Caution

d. 2018035-7 Johnny Kenneth Rhea, DVM (Buies Creek Veterinary Hospital) – Mr. Marc C. Gettleman, Sr. – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2018030-7 Dennis Lowell Golden, DVM and Jennifer Diane Sim, DVM (Animal Hospital of North Asheville) – Pamela Branning, MD – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

f. 2018025-7 Amy Kristen White, DVM (Animal Emergency & Trauma Hospital of Wilmington) – Ms. Sandra Fritz – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 g. 2018037-7 Natalie Morris Shelton, DVM (Neuse Veterinary Clinic) – Mr. William Biddle and Mrs. Lynn Biddle - continued

Dr. Gemeinhardt recused herself from the Board’s discussion of the Committee’s report and the Board’s vote on complaint 2018030-7.

The report from Committee 7 was approved unanimously.

Report of Committee on Investigations No. 1

a. 2018028-1 Michael Jay Stewart, DVM (Five Oaks Animal Hospital) – Mr. Kenneth James Mercer – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

b. 2018029-1 Regina L. Sanders, VMD (Purr & Bark Veterinary Hospital) – Ms. Susan M. Levine – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

c. 2018036-1 Mary A. Burkart, DVM (Roanoke Island Animal Clinic) – Mr. Edward Danko – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 d. 2018031-1 Kimberley Saline Barth, DVM (ECVETS) – Ms. Kimberly Summerlin – Dismissed, No Probable Cause

e. 2018039-1 Richard Donald Metcalf, DVM (Tryon Equine Hospital) – Ms. Cindy Van Wyk - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

 f. 2018033-1 Christi Renee Hall, DVM and Swen Thomas Samoska, DVM (After Hours Veterinary Emergency Clinic) – Ms. Lourdes Verdejo - Dismissed, No Probable Cause

The report from Committee 1 was approved unanimously.

Committee on Investigations No. 1 reported that it had reconsidered part of its decision on complaint 2017006-1. Upon reconsideration, the Committee changed the discipline of Dr. Bass from a Letter of Reprimand to a Letter of Caution. The report was approved by the Board.

NCVMB 2018 - Public Records - Highlighted Meeting Notes

January 18, 2018

 There was a discussion about how other Boards handle complaints and issues of due process of law. A recent article arising from a case with the Michigan Veterinary Medical Board recommended that the term “incompetence” be defined in statute or rule. Dr. Schadler said it always best to adhere to the allegations from the complainant. If something unrelated to the complaint is revealed during the investigation, then in most cases this new information should be the subject of a Board initiated complaint.

March 15, 2018

Keith West will be starting on March 19, 2018 as the new Facility/Corporation Coordinator

May 17, 2018

At 1:50 p.m. the Nominating Committee gave their report. Dr. Meckes moved to keep the current officers: Dr. Dean, President; Dr. Barber, Vice President; and Dr. Bull, Treasurer for the upcoming year (July 1 through June 30, 2019). Dr. Komich seconded the motion and it was approved.

July 19, 2018

Dr. Dean announced that Dr. Bull will now be NCVMB Vice President and Dr. Meckes will be the Secretary/Treasurer. Mrs. Krissie Newman was added to Committee on Investigations No. 1 to serve along with Dr. Dean and Dr. Bull. Committee on Investigations No. 7 will remain the same. Dr. Dean split up the Legislative Committee as follows: Practice Facility Permits – Dr. Gemeinhardt and Dr. Dean; Registered Technician Review – Dr. Bull and Mrs. Lazaro; Telemedicine – Dr. Komich and Dr. Holland.

There was a discussion about chiropractors performing work on animals without any supervision by a veterinarian. Several complaints from veterinarians have been made to the Board about this subject. It was decided that the Executive Committee would meet with the Chiropractic Board about this subject.

September 6, 2018

Dr. Komich and Dr. Holland gave a report on the AAVSB Telehealth/Telemedicine model to be voted on during the AAVSB Annual meeting. The AAVSB is updating wording regarding the Veterinarian/Client Patient Relationship. The Board directed Dr. Komich and Dr. Holland to vote to accept the proposed model act recommendations.

Dr. Dean suggested that the Board hire a professional investigative firm on an as needed basis for investigations of lay people violating the Practice Act. Dr. Schadler will investigate different firms.

  November 8, 2018

Publicly Available Financial Reports for the NCVMB

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board : financial statements for the years ended ... and independent auditor's report [2009]

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board : financial statements for the years ended ... and independent auditor's report [2010]

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board : financial statements for the years ended ... and independent auditor's report [2012]

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board : financial statements for the years ended ... and independent auditor's report [2013]

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board : financial statements for the years ended ... and independent auditor's report [2014]

2014 audit

NORTH CAROLINA VETERINARY M EDICAL BOARD, RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA, F INANCIAL RELATED AUDIT, OCTOBER 2014

https://www.auditor.nc.gov/documents/reports/fiscalcontrol/fca-2014-8171-0/open

2016-2015

NORTH CAROLINA VETERINARY MEDICAL BOARD, Financial Statements for the

Years Ended June 30, 2016 and 2015 and Independent Auditor’s Report

https://www.auditor.nc.gov/documents/reports/cpaaudits/cpa-2016-8171-0/open#:~:text=Financial%20Highlights,decrease%20in%20board%20members%20expenses.

2018-2017 audit

NORTH CAROLINA VETERINARY MEDICAL BOARD, Financial Statements for the

Years Ended June 30, 2018 and 2017 and Independent Auditor’s Report

https://www.auditor.nc.gov/documents/reports/cpaaudits/cpa-2018-8171-0/open

2022-2021

Financial Statements for NORTH CAROLINA VETERINARY MEDICAL BOARD,  June 30, 2022 and 2021

https://webservices.ncleg.gov/ViewDocSiteFile/72116

Search for reports from the state auditor.

https://www.auditor.nc.gov/audits-reviews/search-reports?name=&field_document_description=&field_nc_county_target_id=All&field_document_entity_terms_target_id=All&field_division_office_target_id=371

11/16/2018

CPA-2018-8171

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board-Financial Statements

10/11/2017

CPA-2017-8171

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board

12/28/2016

CPA-2016-8171

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board

10/29/2014

FCA-2014-8171

NC Veterinary Medical Board - Financial Related Audit

The Role of the Public Member

The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board (NCVMB) is an eight-member body, and exactly one of those seats is reserved for a "Public Member."

As of early 2026, the public member is Kristina "Krissie" Newman. She was recently re-appointed or introduced for a new term beginning January 15, 2026.

While the other seven members are veterinary professionals (six veterinarians and one veterinary technician), the public member acts as the "voice of the consumer." Their primary job is to ensure that the board’s decisions aren't just protecting the profession, but are actively protecting the people and animals of North Carolina.

• Non-Professional Requirement: By law, this person cannot be licensed or registered in veterinary medicine. They are intentionally an outsider to the industry to provide an unbiased, layperson’s perspective.

• Appointment: This specific member is appointed by the Governor of North Carolina.

• Term Length: Like most members, they serve a five-year term (though they can be appointed to a second consecutive term).

Who is Krissie Newman?

Krissie Newman is well-known in North Carolina not just for her board service, but for her extensive work in animal welfare.

• Background: She is the co-founder and executive director of the Rescue Ranch, a non-profit animal welfare organization in Statesville, NC.

• Her Previous Service (2017–2021) Meeting minutes show Krissie Newman was active on the board throughout 2018, 2019, and 2020. During that time, she served as the public member and was involved in various committees, including the Committee on Investigations.

• Focus: Her background in animal rescue and education aligns with the board's mission to "promote, preserve, and protect" animal health and safety.

NCVMB Office Contact Information

You can reach out to the board office to leave a message for the Public Member or to send formal inquiries:

• Phone: 919-854-5601

• Fax: 919-854-5606

• Mailing Address: 1611 Jones Franklin Rd, Ste 106 Raleigh, NC 27606

She does not have an listed email.

https://www.ncvmb.org/content/about/board_member_list.pdf

Rescue Ranch

As the Public Member, Krissie Newman, is also the founder of Rescue Ranch, you can find her professional contact information related to that organization through their public office in Statesville:

• Rescue Ranch Phone: 704-768-0909

• Address: 1424 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC 28625

• General Email: info@rescueranch.com