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Our Staff
Doctor
Dr. Laird M Goodman , Owner and Hospital Director
American Animal Hospital Association Practitioner of the Year, Pacific Northwest, 1999
Owner and Hospital Director, Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital
"Practicing in Portland since 1983, I’ve sought new techniques to keep pets healthy and minimize pain. By staying open to new ideas, we’ve become pioneers in natural medicine and pain management."
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota, 1983
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minors in Chemistry and German
University of Minnesota, 1978
Accreditation in Veterinary Acupuncture
International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, 1984
Professional interests include geriatrics, orthopedics and acupuncture
A widely recognized animal expert and advocate
"I have dedicated my life’s work to the care of animals and have worked hard in the community to raise awareness of animals’ needs and rights. I believe my leadership has made a difference, and the experience has made me a better practitioner."
Boardmember with Delta Society
Recipient of the Jim Charlton Memorial Award
Vice-President of the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), 2009 - Present
District Representative to the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), 2004 - 2009
Veterinary Advisory Board, The Heska Corporation, 2001 - present
Veterinary Advisory Board, The Intervet Corporation, 2003 - present
Honorary Advisory Board, Oregon Humane Society, 2003 - present
American Animal Hospital Association Practitioner of the Year for the Pacific Northwest, 1999
Oregon Veterinary Medical Association’s Animal Welfare Award recipient, 1999
Previous monthly guest expert on Good Day Oregon and other Portland-area radio and television programs
Veterinary consultant and caregiver for the filming of Disney’s Homeward Bound
Past president, Portland Veterinary Medical Association
Past chair, Oregon Veterinary Medical Association’s Animal Welfare Committee
Past chair and board member, Oregon Humane Society
Past member, Portland Community College Veterinary Technician Advisory Board
Current member of the following organizations: Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights,
American Animal Hospital Association, Portland Veterinary Medical Association, Oregon Veterinary Medical Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture, International Veterinary Acupuncture Society
A proponent for preventive care
"So often the medical community tends to practice ‘crisis care.’ It waits for something to go wrong and then tries to fix it. I believe in a preventive approach, one where we manage risk factors and avoid the ‘crisis’ wherever possible."
A commitment to preserving the human-animal bond
"Pets are an important part of the family, so I respect and understand the close bond that exists between them and their owners. My wife and daughters and I are very attached to our Golden Retriever, Zoey and our three cats, Lilly, Eileen and Annie (all pets we’ve adopted through rescue). My practice isn’t just about preserving health; it’s about preserving the human-animal bond." |
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Dr. Michele Zawadzki , DVM
| Education
Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital Internship
Portland, Oregon, 6/2003-6/2004
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, St. Kitts, West Indies, 6/2002
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, clinical year of study
St. Paul, Minnesota, 1/2002-1/2003
Bachelor of Science in Genetics/Cell Biology
College of Biological Sciences, University of Minnesota, June 1998
Current member of the following organizations: American Veterinary Medical Association, American Animal Hospital Association
On Working with Strays and the Community
"Unfortunately, not every pet has someone to care for it. I share my veterinary skills with the community so that I can make a difference in improving the health care of stray animals so that it gives them a better chance of finding homes."
Volunteer, Oregon Humane Society
Volunteer, Feral Cat Coalition
Supporting the Human Animal Bond Through Client Education
"Client education is paramount to any pet's longevity. By thoroughly explaining preventive procedures as well as specific disease processes, I provide a better understanding of the importance of follow-up appointments and medication schedules."
The Loves of My Life
"I share my home with Scarlet (a dog adopted in the Caribbean), Louis (found orphaned after Hurricane George) and Zebe (my geriatric cat)." |
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A. Chea Hall , DVM
| Strengthening the human animal bond
“As Veterinarians, we strive to provide the best care for our patients and clients. At Murrayhill, our focus on wellness and preventative care, pain management and progressive medicine and surgery is the key to our patients’ longevity and happiness.”
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine North Carolina State University, 2001
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1992
“I believe it is important for veterinarians to volunteer their time and accept leadership roles in our organizations. By being actively involved, I can be a part of the profession as it continues to grow and advance.”
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- American Animal Hospital Association
- Oregon Veterinary Medical Association
- Portland Veterinary Medical Association
- AVMA Council on Public Relations 2001-2004
- PVMA Executive Board 2006-2008
- AVMA Strategic Planning Committee 2006-2009
- Council of Veterinary Services 2009-present
Professional interests include: Ophthalmology, Behavior medicine, Emergency and Critical care, Marketing and public relations within the veterinary profession.
“My husband and I share our life with our two sons Dylan and Hayden, our two golden retrievers Jake and Morgan, and our two crazy kitties, Chase and Chance.” |
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Dr. Alicia Zambelli , DVM | Out pets are part of our families, and deserve to be treated as such. I am proud to be able to offer the highest caliber of medicine – what I would want for my family – to the four legged members of yours."
"After spending 7 years in Emergency and Critical Care medicine, I have seen firsthand the importance of proactive care in preventing disease."
Recent History
- Senior Staff Veterinarian at Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital 9/98-9/05
- Director of the Dove Lewis Blood Bank 8/04-9/05
- Current Executive Board member – Portland Veterinary Medical Association
- Member: Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society, American Veterinary Medical Association, Oregon Veterinary Medical Association, Portland Veterinary Medical Association, and American Animal Hospital Association.
- Monthly guest on KINK FM radio discussing current topics in veterinary medicine.
Professional interests include internal medicine, oncology, and wellness maintenance.
"It is a privilege to be able to help those pets not fortunate enough to have a loving home."
- Volunteer, Feral Cat Coalition
"I can’t wait to meet you and your pet, and find out how I can help enhance your lives together."
"Compassion is integral to successful, comprehensive medical care; I practice medicine because I love being able to help improve quality of life."
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University 1996
Bachelor of Science, Cornell University 1992
Junior year abroad East Africa, Friends World College 9/90-6/91
Loves of My Life
"My husband Shawn, our toddler Sophia, our rescued dogs Atticus (the Great Dane) and Trevor (the Jack Russell), and well as out ever tolerant cats Mays and Mao. There is never a dull moment at our house!" | 
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Gabriella L. Flacke , DVM, MVSc
| "As a veterinarian I have a commitment to client education and am an advocate for quality patient care. I have a responsibility not only to provide the highest standard of care to each individual animal patient presented to me for treatment, but also to serve as a source of compassion, guidance, and knowledge for my clients to help them make informed decisions about the welfare of their beloved pets."
Education
Masters in Veterinary Wildlife Conservation Medicine from Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia, 2007.
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from University of Georgia, Athens, GA., 2003.
Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre-Professional, Bachelor of Arts - German from Bradley University, Peoria, IL., 1997.
Current Professional Organization Memberships
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA)
- Portland Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA)
- California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA)
- World Association of Wildlife Veterinarians (WAWV)
- Wildlife Disease Association (WDA)
- American Association of Zoo Veterinarians (AAZV)
Professional Awards and Accomplishments
- Phi Zeta Veterinary Honor Society
- Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars
- Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society
- Phi Kappa Phi Academic Honor Society
- Merck Outstanding Senior Veterinary Student Award - 2003
- Georgia S. Downing Trust Scholarship for Superior Academic Achievement – 2003
- Dr. John T. and Loraine Westbrook Bradberry Award for Scholarship and Professional Activities – 2002
- Omega Tau Sigma Professional Veterinary Fraternity, James O. Scaife, Jr. Award for Scholarship, Leadership, and Character - 2002
- Georgia Veterinary Medical Association Auxiliary, Outstanding Sophomore Student Award - 2001
- Merial Award for Excellence in Veterinary Microbiology - 2001
- College of Veterinary Medicine Academic Excellence Awards – 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
- Professional Publication:
- Flacke, Gabriella L., Michael J. Yabsley, Britta A. Hansen, and David E. Stallknecht. 2004. Hemorrhagic disease in Kansas: enzootic stability meets epizootic disease. Journal of Wildlife Diseases 40:288-293.
A Proponent for Animal Welfare
"I strongly believe in pet overpopulation control measures in order to reduce and eventually eliminate the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals in shelters. This goal can at least partially be accomplished through strong public education campaigns to reduce relinquishment of unwanted animals to shelters and through advocating adoption of homeless animals from humane societies, shelters, and rescue organizations."
A Global Perspective
"I am actively involved with RAVS (Remote Area Veterinary Services), a volunteer organization sponsored by the HSUS (Humane Society of the United States) that provides basic veterinary services to economically underprivileged communities in remote areas of the United States and abroad. I have also had a long-standing interest in wildlife medicine and conservation issues, both locally and globally. I have been fortunate throughout my career to have had several opportunities to participate in international wildlife veterinary programs and thus contribute to wildlife management and disease outbreak investigation. I plan to continue pursuing this interest while working at Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital by volunteering for wildlife organizations in the greater Portland area. Finally, in addition to serving the more traditional canine and feline patients, I have interest and experience in exotic pet medicine, primarily with psittacine bird species but also with small mammals including rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents, and ferrets."
Loves of My Life
"I share my life with my best friend and significant other, Gary, a wildlife conservationist from South Africa, our two crazy Labrador retrievers Montana and Nebraska, and our two cockatiels Peanut and Pretzel." |
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