A group that believes the best veterinary medicine is delivered in an atmosphere of caring and compassion
John Flood DVM: John received his DVM from Ontario Veterinary College in 1977. He also did post grad work in small animal surgery for a year at Massey University, Palmerston No. New Zealand. While there he earned membership in the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in Small Animal Surgery. John has practiced small animal medicine in England, Canada, New Zealand and the US. In 1990 John opened the Brackett Street Veterinary Clinic in Portland’s West End. He lives in Portland with his wife Patti, kids Will, Jesse and Sophie, and a small menagerie of ferrets, cats and dogs.
Nellie Savage DVM: Nellie grew up in Southwest Harbor, Maine. It was here that she gained an appreciation for the life this amazing state has to offer. After attending Middlebury College in Vermont, Nellie spent four years experiencing life in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She came back East to attend veterinary school at Tufts University and shortly thereafter moved back up to Maine. Nellie is thrilled to be back home where she belongs. She happily lives in South Portland with her wonderful husband Nathan, their Labrador retrievers, Wakefield and Jack, and two orange tabby cats, Nugget and Merrill. When not in the clinic, Nellie enjoys outdoor activities such as gardening, snowboarding, playing competitive kickball, and walks with the dogs. She admits, however, that an afternoon on the couch in front of the fireplace with a good book and her hubby is tough to beat.
Nellie’s love for animals led her to this profession, but it is her commitment to both the animals and their owners to offer the best medicine, surgery, advice, and emotional support that makes her the veterinarian that she is today. Nellie understands that there are both good and bad moments in our pets’ lives and she wants to be there for all of them.
Amy S. LVT: Amy has been working in veterinary medicine for 6 years and is currently working on her A.S. degree. As a technician, Amy does a little of everything at the clinic but has a special fondness for veterinary dentistry. Amy has been a pet sitter since a young age and now has her own sitting and grooming business. She resides in Westbrook with her boyfriend Chris, son Hunter, 1 dog, 3 cats, and a ferret.
Amy H.: Amy grew up in South Portland and graduated from Bowdoin College with a degree in Art and Biology in 2005. Her love for animals led her to the Coastal Humane Society in Brunswick where she volunteered during school and worked at for a year afterward. She found her way to Brackett Street Vet in 2007 and floats between the front desk, back office, and exam rooms. Her favorite part of her job is greeting the new puppies and kittens every day. Outside of work Amy enjoys ultimate frisbee, beachcombing, and cooking. Amy lives in Portland’s West End with her boyfriend and two cats, Monkey and Stumpy.
Kim O.: Kim joined Brackett Street as kennel help in the summer of ‘05, and is often the voice on the phone when you call, as well as the first face you see upon arrival. She plans on taking courses in Veterinary Technology through San Juan College, and has assumed additional responsibilities as a veterinary assistant, helping the doctors in the rooms during examinations, and overseeing our large pharmacy department. She currently lives with her brother in Portland, as well as two dogs Zach and Simon, a cat named Sally, and two bearded dragons, Darwin and Morgan. In her free time she plays guitar, enjoys drawing, and is a frequent visitor to the dog park with her four legged family.
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Virginia Flood: Virginia has grown up around veterinary clinics helping her dad from an early age. She is currently a biochemistry major at the University of Maine where she plays lacrosse. She loves all types of animals, but close to her heart are Pugs, Boston Terriers and a dog named Nova.