Meet Our Doctors
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Dr. Hope FulgencioDr. Fulgencio (or Dr. Hope as she is more commonly known), joined our team straight out of the University of Illinois in 2014, and has been with us ever since. As a former soccer player, she understands the importance of activity in the daily life of her patients. Though Dr. Hope enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, she is becoming quite fond of complex surgeries. Being able to help clients with their questions and concerns for the well-being of their animals, is one of her favorite parts of the day.
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Dr. Peter OliverDr. Oliver is originally from the area, and works at both our Drumm and Catskill locations. He attended Ross University and graduated in 2006. He enjoys general practice, but has a great fondness for dental health. In Dr. Oliver’s spare time, he enjoys being with friends and family as well as catching the newest movie. He is the happy father of two cats, Marshall and Ninja.
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Dr. Richard H. DrummDr. Drumm graduated from Cornell University in 1951. He opened his first practice in 1956 in East Greenbush. He is now the owner of four veterinary hospitals; Drumm Veterinary, Latham Animal, Troy Veterinary, and Catskill Animal Hospital, He is extremely hard working and still very active in the well-being of his clinics. Although Dr. Drumm does not see daily appointments, he still visits most of the hospitals everyday. All of the doctors that work at our clinics respect and admire his talent and incredible work ethic.
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Meet Our Staff
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Laura Vadnasis, LVT and Manager |
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Shannon, Licensed Veterinary TechnicianShannon attended SUNY Delhi where she graduated as a licensed veterinary technician. Shannon absolutely love helping our doctors with dental surgery. From the early age of five years old, she knew she wanted to work with animals. Growing up with dogs and volunterring at a local horse rescue point Shannon in the direction of becoming an LVT. Shannon credits her parents with constant support in her goal to become an LVT. To Shannon, being an LVT and working with animals is a dream come true and an unbelievable accomplishment. Outside of the veterinary world, Shannon enjoys archery, painting, and discovering new eateries. She also owns a betta fish named Alphonse that she absolutely adores!
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Joanne, Receptionist |
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Betsy, AssistantBetsy is our long-time kennel manager here at Drumm Vet. Her favorite part of working in the veterinary field is working every day with people who love animals as much as she does. She always strives to learn more ways to make the world a better place for all animals. In Betsy’s free time she enjoys spending time with her family, camping, and training her dogs. Betsy owns a mini farm where she owns two beautiful English Springer Spaniels, Ethel and Rain, two crazy cats, Zucca and Biff, three miniature donkeys, Ruckus, Molly and Nina, and a horse named Fred.
“In my 28 years at Drumm Veterinary Hospital, I am proud to say that I learned from the best, Dr. Drumm!” |
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Taylor, AssistantTaylor is one of our assistants who loves the field so much that she has decided to make a career out of it. Her goal is to become a licensed veterinary technician. Taylor absolutely loves to foster any and all animals in need. She owns a Labradoodle named Mylah and a short hair calico named Lina. In Taylor’s free time she likes to take Mylah out on adventures.
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Jill RomJill has been with Drumm Veterinary Hospital since 2015. Her congenial personality makes the client's experience worthwhile. She has been passionate about animals since childhood and has owned numerous variety of pets. Her most recent companions are Rueben, which she rescued, and her four cats. Jill has a special love for all senior animals. In Jill's free time, she enjoys gardening and “upcycling”(turning old, used items into something new and beautiful).
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Catface, Hospital Master |
Patient Care Team
The treatment room is the center for all of our diagnostic procedures and the patient care staff does an outstanding job of taking care of your four legged family members.
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Client Service Team
Our front office staff is always smiling and ready to greet you!
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