Veterinarians
Dr. Dominick A. Pulice
VMD
Dr. Pulice grew up in South Gibson, PA and received his B.S. degree in biology from the University of Scranton in 1979. In 1981, he received an M.S. degree in Animal Industries from the Pennsylvania State University. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1986, and practiced for three years in Harleysville before relocating to the Upper Perkiomen Valley and purchasing Perkiomen Animal Hospital from Dr. Warner in 1989. Dr. Pulice is a member of the UPV Chamber of Commerce, the Dean’s Alumni Council of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, the Penn State Extension Board for Montgomery County, and the St. Luke’s Quakertown Hospital Quality Committee. When he is not at work or volunteering his time, he enjoys collecting antique tractors, gas engines, gardening, and cheering for the Nittany Lions and the Phillies. He currently lives in East Greenville with his wife, Joanne and is the father of three daughters.
Dr. Mary E. Powers
VMD
Dr. Powers joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 1999. She grew up in Allentown and attended Messiah College where she received her undergraduate degree in biology and competed on the varsity tennis team. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1999. When she is not working, Dr. Powers enjoys playing tennis, walking, reading, and spending time with her family. She currently resides in Palm with her husband, Don and their three children. Dr. Powers’ specific areas of interest include surgery, exotics, and internal medicine.
Dr. Tabitha J. Balutis
DVM
Dr. Balutis joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2016. She attended Delaware Valley College where she received her degree in Livestock Science and Management. She is a 2016 graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical year at the University of Illinois. When she is not working, Dr. Balutis enjoys gardening, fishing, spending time in the barn, and having fun with friends and family. Dr. Balutis is originally from Biglerville, PA (Go Canners!) and currently resides in Souderton with her cat Tullamore. Her special interests include theriogenology, surgery, and neurology.
Dr. Elizabeth Pulice
VMD
Dr. Pulice grew up in the Upper Perkiomen Valley and returned to join Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2016. She graduated from the University of Scranton with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a philosophy minor. Prior to attending veterinary school, she spent a year in Washington with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, working with homeless teenagers. After attending the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Pulice completed a rotating small animal internship at Veterinary Specialty Center of Delaware in New Castle, DE. Dr. Pulice is proud to partner with her father as a co-owner of Perkiomen Animal Hospital. Dr. Pulice and her husband have two kids and share their home with two adorable mutts and a senior cat. She enjoys cooking, traveling to visit friends and family, and being outdoors.
Dr. Heather Levan
DVM
Dr. Heather Levan joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2018. She grew up in Birdsboro, PA and graduated from Delaware Valley College where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Equine Science and minor in Pre-vet medicine in 2010. She graduated from Ross University in 2016 after completing her clinical year at the University of Illinois. After graduation she did an internship at Hanover Shoe Farms breeding and foaling Standardbreds. She then relocated after working for a year in mixed animal medicine, to be closer to family, her nieces, and nephews. Her love for animals has always been present with many dogs growing up and volunteering working with horses, but she especially loves working with dogs, chickens, and horses.
When not working Dr. Levan enjoys spending time with her dogs, traveling to see friends around the country, traveling the world, gardening, reading, and sewing. Her areas of interest include surgery, pain management, and poultry medicine.
Dr. Erin Suydam
DVM
Dr. Suydam graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. She recently joined our team as a veterinarian but is not new to us; having previously worked as a veterinary technician with us for several years. Dr. Suydam has been passionate about pets since she was a little girl, noting that growing up in her family always meant a house full of animals. She learned very early on the love that animals bring, and as she grew she became more passionate about these special creatures. In elementary school she knew she wanted to become a veterinarian, and notes that this is truly a dream come true for her. She is excited to learn and continue to grow here. Dr. Suydam has a dog named Iago, who she adopted while in St. Kitts attending veterinary school and says that he is the best. Outside of work she enjoys being outside, spending time with Iago, family and friends as well as traveling and experiencing new things.
Dr. Michaela Roth
DVM
Dr. Roth first began at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2017 as a Kennel Attendant to further explore her interest in Veterinary Medicine. She grew up in Zionsville, Pennsylvania and attended Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. She graduated from Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2023 and decided to return home where her journey began. When she is not working, Dr. Roth loves going on adventures, discovering new local breweries, and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Her special interests include surgery, anesthesia and diagnostic imaging.
Hospital Manager & Client Service Representatives
Joanne Pulice
Hospital Manager
Joanne received her undergraduate degree at the University of Scranton and went on to receive an MBA from Drexel University in 1985. She oversees all operations at Perkiomen Animal Hospital, but her most difficult job is keeping Dr. Pulice out of trouble. She is the mother of three daughters and has two grandchildren. She lives in East Greenville with Dr. Pulice and their two dogs, Lily and Dolly. Joanne enjoys gardening, reading, walking, travelling, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Patrick Fabricatore
Hospital Administrator
Patrick joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2015, and has been a veterinary hospital administrator for more than 25 years. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from the Pennsylvania State University and his Master’s Degree from the University of Scranton. Patrick is a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) and also holds a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification, a SHRM-SCP certification, and is also certified as a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) trainer. Patrick enjoys spending time with family and is proud to share his home with his cat Dunkin. Patrick is a member of the American Animal Hospital Association, the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association, Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, Society of Human Resource Management, and the Greater Valley Forge Human Resources Association.
Joan
Bookkeeper
Joan has been on staff since 1991. She lives in North Wales with her husband, Laird and is the mother of three children, Kyle (wife Kate), Danielle(husband Jon) and Chelsea (husband Matt). Joan is the proud Grandmother of Baileigh, Cooper, J.T., Weston, Lincoln, Zacharie, Raeyah, Hannah and Calloway. She enjoys spending time with the family, the beach, the mountains, camping, watching football and vacationing in Jamaica. Her pets include her dog Elsie and 2 cats, Nala and Layla.
Cheryl
Lead Client Services Representative
Cheryl has been employed with Perkiomen Animal Hospital since 2006 as a CSR. She lives in East Greenville with her husband Marc. She has a daughter Jaclyn, and 2 stepsons Cole and Mason. She has a grandson, Alex, which she loves being his Gigi! She enjoys spending time outside, glamping, taking scenic pictures, working in her flower beds, doing crafts, reading, loves Pinterest and getting new ideas, watching Eagles football and the Phillies! She has 2 cats – Sneakers and Bootsie.
Jen
Client Service Representative
Jen joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in February, 2010. A lifelong resident of the Upper Perkiomen Valley, Jen knows a lot of our clients. She lives in Barto with her husband Jay and their two Irish Field Setters, Birda and Bitty. When she is not greeting clients at PAH, you can find her traveling somewhere in New England or spending time with her family at Saylor’s Lake in the Poconos. Jen also enjoys cooking, reading, hiking with her Field Setters, and watching the Phillies!
Becky
Client Service Representative
Becky has been on our staff since March of 2017. She lives on a small farm in Macungie with her husband, Mike. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her dogs, retired show horse, pony, goats, miniature horses and a miniature donkey. Becky is passionate about showing AKC Conformation with her Australian Cattle Dogs, Smooch and Rumor and her Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Mango.
Deb
Client Service Representative
Deb lives in Earl Township. She retired from Verizon after 33 years. She has 2 sons and 1 granddaughter, Raina. She spends her free time with all of her pets, her granddaughter, and also enjoys vacationing in the Caribbean where she has rescued 3 dogs.
Beth
Client Service Representative
Beth lives in Bally with her husband Scott, 1 dog Gigi, and 3 cats, Jake, Essence, and Gidget. Her love of animals has brought her here to work at PAH. When she is not working, she can be found reading a good book or watching a Hallmark movie.
Skyler
Client Service Representative
Skyler was born and raised in Fleetwood. His love for his three cats Darla, Anubis, and Mystery lead him to us. When not in our hospital he can be found listening to music any time.
Danielle
Client Service Representative
Danielle joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in February 2023 as a CSR. She resides in Barto with her husband Chip and their 2 dogs, Apple and Rocky. Her love of animals is what brought her here. She enjoys spending time with family, going camping and vacationing in the Caribbean.
Emily
Client Service Representative
Emily started as a CSR in January 2025. She resides in Alburtis PA with her Husband Terry. She has three sons Phillip (fiance Rachel)Jonathan ( fiance Cassandra) and Mark (fiancé Julya) . Emily enjoys gardening, bike riding and spending time with her family at their beach house.
Christine
Client Service Representative
Christine joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in October 2024. She resides in Pennsburg with her husband Mike, two children, Catherine and Danny, her two dogs Sadie and Katy, and three guinea pigs, Little Bear, Winston and Wilbur. Her love of dogs inspired her to become a Certified Dog Trainer through Catch Dog Training Academy. Christine enjoys time with her family and friends, spending time outdoors, at the shore and taking long walks with her dogs.
Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants & Kennel Attendant
Christie
Certified Veterinary Technician
Christie completed her training as a Certified Animal Health Technician in 2001 at Manor College. She joined Perkiomen Animal Hospital in April, 2001. Christie helps to oversee all patients with typical duties including anesthetic induction and monitoring, dental procedures, radiographs and many other general nursing procedures. She has a special interest in veterinary dentistry. She returned to Manor College to pursue her Bachelors degree in Veterinary Management in 2020. In January of 2025 she completed her certification to become a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM). She currently has 2 cats at home, Ozzie and Giuseppe.
Tionne
Certified Veterinary Technician
Tionne completed her training as a Certified Animal Health Technician at Lehigh Carbon Community College in 2002 and joined our staff in September of the same year. She performs many nursing duties around the hospital, including anesthetizing and monitoring of pets during surgery, dental procedures, radiographs, treating sick animals, ensuring a boarding pet has everything they need for their stay, besides many other tasks. In addition, she has a wide range of experience in working with exotic and pocket pets. Tionne currently lives in Lower Saucon with her husband, their 2 sons, dog, cat, and a menagerie of geckos.
Angie
Certified Veterinary Technician
Angie joined our team in May 2014. She received her veterinary technician degree from Harcum College. Angie brings 27 years of experience to Perkiomen Animal Hospital. She previously worked as a veterinary nurse at a veterinary referral hospital and also for ALPO Pet Foods. Angie lives in Hereford Township with her husband and her twin daughter and son. She has a menagerie of pets including dogs, cats, horses and miniature horses.
Tina
Veterinary Technician
Tina joined our staff in September 2006. She has a special love for difficult cats and has been working with animals for over 30 years. She is a lifelong resident of Boyertown where she lives with her husband and 3 cats. Her free time is spent gardening.
Johanna
Veterinary Technician
Johanna joined our team in April 2012, bringing over 26 years of experience in the veterinary field to Perkiomen Animal Hospital. She enjoys all aspects of her job, but her special interests include anesthesia, surgery and emergency/trauma care. Her love of animals began at an early age. She became a member of the Berks County Dog Training Club at the age of 9, showing the family poodle in AKC Obedience trials. A member of the Irish Setter Club of America, she has shared her home for the last 25 years with this breed. When Johanna isn’t at Perkiomen Animal Hospital, she enjoys hiking, cycling, scuba diving, and long distance running with her Irish Setter, Drazen. She also enjoys the opportunity to go white water rafting and sky diving.
Sarah
Certified Veterinary Technician
Sarah has been working at Perkiomen Animal Hospital since the summer of 2009. She started as a kennel attendant and since then has earned her associates degree in Veterinary Technology form Lehigh Carbon Community College. Sarah assists in training new kennel staff in addition to her duties as a Veterinary Technician. She enjoys being outdoors fishing and hiking with her dogs Bear and Tate. After a long day at work Sarah is greeted by her very cute guinea pig Chip and her cuddly cat Pebbles.
Michelle
Certified Veterinary Assistant & Client Service Representative
Michelle joined our staff in February 2010. She resides in East Greenville with her husband Tim, step son Nickolas and their dog Lacy. Michelle works in our Treatment area as a Veterinary Assistant as well as helping when needed as Client Service Representative. Michelle loves helping animals and people and volunteers a lot of her time with Upper Perk Relay for Life as well as Bark for Life! Michelle enjoys spending time with family and friends and being outdoors. Her hobbies include crafting, collecting beach glass while vacationing on Cape Cod, baking cookies with her Mom and of course – Laughing!!
Emily
Certified Veterinary Technician
Emily started as a kennel attendant here at Perkiomen in the summer of 2012. She graduated Johnson college in 2016 becoming a certified vet tech. Emily currently lives in Pennsburg with her roommate Sarah. She enjoys caring for her many animals including her cat Hiccup, rabbit Minifred, axolotl Toothless, and many tropical fish. When not working she will read in her free time and go to renaissance fairs.
Hannah
Veterinary Assistant
Hannah started working at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2015 as a kennel attendant and started working as a veterinary assistant in June after graduating high school. She is currently working on a B.S. in biology at DeSales University and afterwards plans to go on to vet school. She lives at home with her family, three cats, and variety of fish. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and volunteering at a local animal rescue.
Erin
Veterinary Technician
Erin joined the team at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in August 2021 but has been a technician for many years. She grew up in the Upper Perkiomen Valley and moved back to be closer to family. She currently resides in the Barto area with her husband and several feline family members. Erin graduated from East Stroudsburg University with a dual Bachelor’s degree in Marine Science and Biology in 2001 and a Master’s degree in Biology in 2004. In her spare time, she enjoys upcycling furniture and hunting for vintage treasures.
Haylee
Veterinary Assistant
Haylee started with PAH in June 2017 as a kennel attendant and has since started a new position as a technician assistant. Haylee is the oldest of 7 children and enjoys caring for her younger brothers and only sister any chance she gets. When not enjoying time with her friends and family she enjoys taking hikes with her dog Luka and her boyfriend Grant. At home she has a cat named Juice and two ferrets; Rick and Morty.
Cyrenna
Veterinary Assistant
Cyrenna started at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in March of 2019 as a kennel attendant and since then started a new position as a technician assistant as well as helping out as a client services representative. She currently lives in Bechtelsville with her husband Nik and their 3 dogs; Lexi, Lady, & Kira and her cat Karmin. She enjoys spending time with family and friends. Her hobbies include collecting crystals as well as pig related items, paranormal investigating with K.A.S.P.E.R, and practicing Reiki.
Allie
Veterinary Technician
Allie started at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2023 as a veterinary technician. She started out working in the veterinary field in 2021. She plans on going to school to become a CVT. Allie is from East Greenville, PA and lives with her 3 pets Stella, Waylon, and Noel. In her free time she works with a local animal rescue by volunteering and fostering animals looking for their forever home. She also likes to go hiking with her dog and spending time with friends.
Amelia
Veterinary Assistant
Amelia started working at Perkiomen Animal hospital at the beginning of 2022. She was originally a kennel attendant but is currently working and learning alongside our veterinary technicians. She is in her first year of college, attending LCCC for their veterinary technician program. In her free time Amelia likes to crochet and spend time with her animals. She has a cat named Molly, a Russian tortoise, Toby, and a leopard gecko, Marsha.
Amy
Veterinary Assistant
Amy is currently working towards her B.S. in Animal Science from Delaware Valley University. She has been devoted to taking care of animals for as long as she can remember. In her free time she enjoys training her dogs, riding her horse, and spending time with the mice, rats, and guinea pigs at home. Amy resides in Hereford with her fiancé Alex and daughter.
Jadin
Veterinary Assistant
Jadin began her career in the kennel at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in 2022, and has since transitioned into the full-time veterinary assistant position. She is a recent graduate of the LCCC Veterinary Technician program and is currently working on getting her license as a certified veterinary technician. Her love for animals began when she started volunteering at her aunt’s pet rescue. During her spare time she enjoys hanging out with friends and family and taking her dogs on hikes when the weather is warm.
Hannah
Veterinary Assistant
Hannah began working at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in May 2024. She started as a kennel attendant and is now training alongside our veterinary technicians, gaining hands-on experience in the field. Hannah earned her Associate’s degree in Animal Science from Harcum College. She lives in Boyertown with her family, dogs, and her chinchilla. In her free time, she enjoys playing video games, spending time with family and friends, and reading a wide variety of books.
Faith
Kennel Attendant
Faith started working at Perkiomen Animal Hospital in September of 2024. She has been working with animals her entire life in farm and shelter environments and took on this position to get more experience on the medical side of the field. She is very passionate about learning more about animals and caring for them to the best of her ability. She currently lives in Limerick PA with her family and their many pets. She personally has two cats of her own (Zuko and Mr Cornelius Fudge aka Mr Fudge). Her hobbies include, riding her motorcycle with her friends, playing video games, spending time with her cats, and photography.
Perkiomen Animal Hospital
919 Gravel Pike
Palm, PA 18070
Phone: (215) 679-7019
Fax: (215) 541-0231
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Our Hours
- Monday
- 8 am - 8 pm
- Tuesday
- 8 am - 6 pm
- Wednesday
- 8 am - 8 pm
- Thursday
- 8 am - 6 pm
- Friday
- 8 am - 6 pm
- Saturday
- 8 am - 12 pm
- Sunday
- Closed
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We make every effort to ensure our fees are reasonable. We encourage you to discuss fees before services are provided. Payment is expected at the time services are rendered.
