Meet Our Team

Meet the veterinarians and team of Killingworth Animal Hospital! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!

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Doctors

In Loving Memory of Lauren Beebe, DVM

We would like to thank you for your kindness and support extended to all of us at Killingworth Animal Hospital on the loss of our dear friend Lauren. Dr. Lauren Beebe was a wonderful veterinarian, very kind and gentle with all animals, but above all, she was a great person, a loving mother, and an amazing friend. Lauren loved to be involved in the community including Cub Scouts and fundraising events. There are truly no words to describe how much she is missed. She was such a positive influence in all of our lives.

Robert Fair, VMD

Dr. Fair opened Killingworth Animal Hospital on July 24th, 1995 and has provided loving care to many of the pets in Killingworth and the surrounding area ever since. Prior to relocating to Connecticut, he co-owned Vineyard Veterinary Clinic on Martha’s Vineyard for 15 years. Dr. Fair completed his graduate studies at the University of Massachusetts in 1976 and his Veterinary Medical Doctorate at the University of Pennsylvania in 1980. Dr. Fair and his wife Beth, have two dogs (Suki and Charlie), two cats, two horses, and two sons.

John P. Mead, DVM

Dr. Mead is a native of Florida. He received his bachelors degree from Boston University and completed his veterinary doctoral degree program from the University of Florida in 1992. He now lives in Hamden, CT with his family. He has 4 rescue birds, a dog and 8 chickens. His areas of interests are feline and canine medicine & surgery and pocket pets. When not tending to his patients he enjoys woodworking, camping, and hiking.

Brian Vitelli, DVM

Bio coming soon…

Suzette Ward, DVM

Dr. Ward grew up surrounded by animals and nature on a horse farm in the heart of England. After undergraduate studies at University of Guelph, she completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College. She has a particular passion for feline medicine. She is heavily involved with rescuing special needs cats and shares her home with an assortment of special felines, including three blind cats and an amputee named Wobbly. Dr. Ward is shown here with her cat Baby Panda.

Support Staff

Amber, Hospital Manager/ Technician

Amber began working with animals in 1998 as a veterinary assistant. Over the years she gained extensive experience in client relations and animal care. She has been affiliated with KAH since 2000 as a receptionist and veterinary technician. She has a passion for animals, especially Labrador Retrievers. Amber loves caring for patients and communicating with their families. In her spare time, Amber enjoys spending time with her three daughters, Autumn, Ivy, & Shay, and their six labs. Her hobbies include hiking, fishing, four-wheeling, and going to dog shows.

Deirdre, Technician

Bio coming soon…

Jillian, Technician

Jillian has been with us since November of 2020, starting as an assistant and moving up to help in reception. She has been in the veterinary field since 2013. She currently has 2 dogs. Oliver & Sophie, all cattle dog mixes. Jillian spends much of her time outdoors or at home with her husband and two sons, Cole and Ethan.

Karen, Technician

Karen joined our team in 2014. She received her degree in biology from University of Delaware and later obtained her veterinary technician certification in Connecticut. Karen loves all animals, however she has a special affinity for cats. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, reading, watching movies, and traveling.

Neve, Technician

Neve has been with us since 2012 at our sister practice Ridgehill Animal Hospital and recently relocated to KAH in 2021 to be closer to home. She LOVES Cats, Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, small animals and birds. Neve loves caring for animals and humans with disabilities and special needs. In her spare time she loves spending time with family being the best auntie to her nieces and nephews, going out shopping, dancing, eating good food, and making her yearly trips to Puerto Rico. Neve loves to study and is currently pursuing her degree in Biology Premed.

Sarah, Technician

Sarah has been working at KAH at since July 2022. She has worked in veterinary medicine since 2008, and has 15 animals. She loves cats, enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons. She enjoys crocheting, and loves her HOOSKY (Husky “Riju”).

Autumn, Receptionist

Autumn has been working at KAH since graduating high school in Sept. 2022. In her free time, she enjoying practicing various art forms such as literature, painting, photography, and drawing.

Erin, Receptionist

Erin has worked in the veterinary field since June of 2020. She has 27+ years experience in customer service. One of her greatest passions outside of work is Community Theater and she currently helps run one in New Britain called “Connecticut Theatre Company”. She is the mom to a rambunctious Goldendoodle by the name of Otto.

Fran, Administrative Support

Fran has worked for KAH part time for over 15 years. She enjoys the people she works with and making birthday cakes for her co-workers.

Lesley, Receptionist

Lesley started at KAH in Feb of 2022. She has 1 dog (Addy) and 2 cats (Charlie and Hank). She has been working in veterinary medicine since 2017. She loves dogs and cats alike, and her favorite past-time is snuggling with her animals.

Ricky, Receptionist/Assistant

Ricky started working with KAH in May of 2022, and has been working in veterinary medicine since 2015. Ricky has 2 dogs (Cora and Chloe), 2 rabbits (Oreo and KitKat), and 1 guinea pig (Precious).

Robin, Receptionist

From Technician to Receptionist, Robin has worked on and off at KAH since 2012, now primarily as a receptionist. Over the years she has earned degrees in Psychology and Biology and later on an Associates in Graphic Communications and Photography. Her passions are animal welfare, photography, horse riding and travel. When not working behind the reception desk you can probably find Robin working in her photography studio or on a hike with her husband and beloved Great Pyrenees mix dog Carson.

Dr. Whiskercloud

Veterinarian

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