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A. Elizabeth (Betsy) Hershey, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVA
Lori Office Manager
Terry Certified Veterinary Technician
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What is a Veterinary Oncologist?
A veterinary oncologist is a veterinarian with a minimum of 2 years of specialty training beyond veterinary school. Most veterinary oncologists have completed a 1 year small animal internship followed by a 2 or 3 year residency training program in medical oncology. In addition to residency training, certification as a Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, subspecialty of Oncology, requires satisfactory completion of a 2-part examination and publication of a research project in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
A. Elizabeth (Betsy) Hershey,DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVA |
Dr. Hershey received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University of Minnesota in 1996. She then completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the University of Pennsylvania in 1997 and a 3 year residency in medical oncology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2000.
She became a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, subspecialty of Oncology in 2001. Dr. Hershey worked for Arizona Veterinary Specialists in Gilbert , AZ for 3 years before opening Integrative Veterinary Oncology in Phoenix, AZ in 2005. IVO moved into their state-of-the-art hospital in October 2013.
Dr. Hershey received certification in veterinary acupuncture in 2006 from the Chi Institute and China National Society of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. She is also trained in Chinese herbal medicine, food therapy, ozone and ultraviolet light therapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. |
Dr. Hershey has won numerous awards for her research on inhalation chemotherapy and vaccine sarcomas in cats and has been included in the Manchester Who’s Who Among Executives and Professionals for her professional accolades and achievements. She has authored and co-authored multiple publications, including several book chapters. Dr. Hershey is a member of the Veterinary Cancer Society, the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association, the American Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture and the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Hershey lives with her husband, 3 children and an entourage of dogs, cats, rabbits, pigs, tortoises and horses.
Lori
Office Manager |
Lori
Prior to working with Dr. Hershey, Lori was the Site Administrative Assistant at a weathering laboratory for 16 years, where she was responsible for billing, payroll, benefits and the front desk. She worked most recently as a Customer Service Specialist at a golf club animal headcover manufacturer.
Lori has always had a passion for animals, since she was a little girl growing up with 2 Saint Bernards, and has always been known as the “crazy dog lady” at previous jobs.
She is grateful for the opportunity to work with Dr Hershey and all of the IVO staff and learn more about the veterinary field, specifically veterinary oncology.
Lori lives with her husband Gabe and together they have 7 Golden Retrievers, a cat and a box turtle. Together they enjoy traveling to dog shows and showing their Goldens in Conformation and Obedience.
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Terry
Certified Veterinary Technician |
Terry
She grew up in San Diego where she worked for a veterinarian after school. Ultimately moving to Phoenix in 1988, Terry has been in the veterinary field for 30 years and has been with Dr. Hershey since 2010.
She and her husband have a beautiful daughter, 3 dogs, 3 cats, an Umbrella cockatoo, several box turtles, desert tortoises, hermit crabs and fish. Terry loves camping, boating, the sand dunes and the NHRA drag races.
Terry and her family also enjoy fostering pets in need.
Terry has great pride and compassion in caring for IVO clients and their pets. She is especially fond of geriatric pets and enjoys being a patient advocate. |
Technicians and Support Staff
The IVO staff is comprised of qualified veterinary technicians and support personnel. All are dedicated to help with the care of your pet, and to insure that you are getting the assistance you need at all times during your visit.
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