We are grateful to be the parents of four amazing children. Our two oldest sons are both happily married, working, and blessing us with grandchildren. Our older daughter is attending Butler University, and our youngest daughter is a student at Delaware County Christian School. We also share our home with many animals including cats, a rescue dog from Haiti, a joyful chocolate lab, chickens, and honeybees. In my free time I enjoy gardening, making my own honey and jelly, spending time outside, and traveling with my family for both service missions and pleasure.

I have been serving the Chester County community as a veterinarian since 1998. From the time I was young I felt passionate about caring for God’s creatures, and after working for a local veterinarian during high school, my career path became clear.

Beyond serving the local community, I have had the pleasure of partnering with Christian Veterinary Missions, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing veterinary care in underserved communities worldwide. Educating others in animal husbandry and medicine has brought me immense joy.

I am honored to serve Southern Chester County through a hospital that has been providing high-quality and compassionate veterinary care for many years, and I am excited to uphold and enhance this legacy for years to come.

Dr. Robert Cafaro grew up in Downingtown where he knew from an early age that he wanted to be a veterinarian. He started out by working in the kennels of various local vet hospitals and through his dedication and love of animals, he learned to be a veterinary nurse.  It was during these years leading up to veterinary school that he learned that not only did he want to help as many animals as he could, but also as many families and people as he could. He wanted to be the voice for each animal and bridge any communication gap between them and their families.

For that reason, his favorite part of his career is building relationships with each animal and their families. His special interests in the field include dermatology and internal medicine.

Dr. Cafaro studied biology at Penn State University and ultimately graduated with his VMD from University of Pennsylvania in 2014. He worked in Aston and West Chester for the following 5 years, until joining the BVVH team in 2019. He currently lives in Romansville, PA with his wife, daughter, and two dogs. One a rescue terrier mix named Lacey, and the other, a big goofy Newfoundland named Stanley.

Dr. Karen Clark Rubin has had a strong interest in the veterinary field since childhood and worked in the field since she was 16 years old. She graduated from the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine. She moved to this area with her husband that was doing his Equine Medicine Residency at New Bolton Center. Her interests include emergency medicine, arthritis control and treatment, as well as doing house calls. When Karen is not working, she enjoys dressage, eventing, and trail riding. She has one daughter, three horses, two dogs, and 4 cats.

Dr. Gail Rockwood is thrilled to join the excellent team at Brandywine Valley Veterinary Hospital. She grew up in the suburbs of Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Rockwood studied Animal Science at the University of Delaware. After graduation, she worked in the veterinary vaccine industry and engaged in poultry disease research. Furthering her education, Dr. Rockwood moved to Georgia and earned a master’s degree in Medical Microbiology and her DVM at the University of Georgia.

As a veterinarian, Dr. Rockwood focuses on small animal medicine/surgery. Her special interest lies in promoting the health and wellness of cats and dogs as important family members.

Dr. Mooney is passionate about improving the lives of pets and their families. Through an individualized approach to care, empathetic communication, client education, and treatment of medical and behavioral conditions, she strives to strengthen and preserve the human-animal bond that connects pets with their families.

Dr. Mooney is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, where she received several high honors in the areas of Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Oncology, and Dermatology, including the American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology ‘Excellence in Veterinary Dermatology Award.’ Dr. Mooney served on the 2021 National Veterinary Business Management Association executive board, the largest student-driven veterinary organization, encouraging professional development among her peers.

She is extremely grateful to be a part of the BVVH team and to be able to serve the pets and families of Chester County.

In January 2016, co-workers, family, and friends were delighted to help her celebrate her 40th anniversary of working at BVVH! Nancy has been married since 1980 and is the proud mother of three children, Steven, Amanda, and Matthew, and “Grams” to Dylan, Rachel, Hayley and Chase. Dylan says about his grandma,” She knows everything and loves everyone.” Nancy shares her home with a pair of Chihuahuas, Nacho & Margarita, an Amazon parrot Nikki, and a trio of cats. Her mini barnyard is home to her donkey. While Nancy works well with all animals, she is truly BVVH’s cat whisperer, even the most feral of cats are no match for Nancy! Her vacations always include family and a big boat, which has deemed her “Queen of Cruises.

Jamie is a 2017 graduate of YTI Career Institute. She grew up in West Chester, Pa and now currently lives in Newark, DE with her Fiancé and two cats, Louise and Stewart. She is Fear Free Certified, and especially interested in anesthesia. On her downtime, she enjoys strength training, spending time with her fiancé, Nick, and playing with her cats.

Bethany is a 2014 graduate of Harcum College. She enjoys all aspects of being a veterinary technician, with special interests in anesthesia and dentistry.

She lives in Maryland with her husband Patrick. In her spare time she enjoys boating, reading, gardening and spending time with her lab mix Luda and her chickens.

Bri is a graduate of Harcum College’s Veterinary Nursing Program. Knowing that being at the vet can be stressful for our furry friends, Bri engages each pet with patience and compassion. Bri proudly helps BVVH serve the Spanish speaking community, by knocking down the language barrier and translating through appointments, as well as take home educational materials. She has special interests in emergency medicine, critical care, and vet med marketing.

Outside of the hospital, Bri most enjoys being with her daughter and dogs! She loves to read, try new restaurants, bake, and the beach.

She currently resides in Oxford, Pa with her husband, daughter, two sons, and two fur kids: Kylo and Licorice. In her free time, she enjoys running, kayaking, reading, and relaxing.

Meghan is a 2017 graduate of Harcum College’s Veterinary Nursing Program and a 2014 graduate of Franklin & Marshall College with a BA in Animal Behavior. She grew up in Downingtown, PA and New Hampshire. She currently resides in Coatesville with her family.

She loves all aspects of veterinary nursing, especially being able to provide a good experience and feeling of compassion for each pet and owner who comes through the door.

In her spare time she enjoys weight-training, running, reading, singing, and most enjoys being a wife and mother; spending time with her family.

Kayla graduated from Harcum College’s Veterinary nursing Program and was certified in 2015. Kayla has vast experience over the course of her career with companion animals, equine athletes, and dairy cow management. She has special interests in anesthesia and values client relationships.

When Kayla is not at work she is usually at the farm or toting her two wild Australian Cattle Dogs, Huey and Brick, around on an adventure. When she not running around she enjoys gardening, baking bread, and reading!

Outside of work she enjoys being outdoors, backpacking, hiking and kayaking.

Sandra currently resides in Parkesburg with her husband, two daughters, two cats, two dogs, and chickens. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, going running, gardening and trips to the beach. She loves to get to know you and your animals and enjoys working alongside the amazing team at Brandywine Valley Veterinary Hospital!

Outside of work, Amanda and her husband Jameson reside on their farm in Lincoln University. They have two sons and critters on the farm include horses, chickens, dogs, and cats. She loves raising her family, archery, horseback riding, being involved with the community & her church.

Kim grew up in West Chester, PA. She‘s currently living in Downingtown, with her fiancé, son, dog and cat.

Growing up she always knew she had a great passion for animals and so she set a path for herself to obtain an education in veterinary medicine after high school.

She graduated from Harcum College’s Veterinary Nursing Program in 2016.  She has been working as a veterinary nurse for 6+ years. She enjoys being a mom to her three year old son, and when she’s not working she enjoys walks with her dog Nala, playing superheroes, and spending time with friends and family.

Cayla joined the BVVH team in 2020, and is currently attending St. George’s University in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. She is interested in small animal and small ruminant practice! She acts as secretary in Spay-Neuter Pothounds club and as a facilitator for incoming students at SGU. In her free time she embroiders, reads too much, and is training for a half marathon!

Natalie joined the BVVH team in 2021. She is currently pursuing her DVM degree at Long Island University’s Leyte College of Veterinary Medicine. She is the president of the Theriogenology club and works at LIU’s teaching farm with heifers and small ruminants while she is at school. She plans to graduate in 2027 and seek a career in equine or small animal practice. In her free time, she enjoys reading a good book and spending time with her partner, Colton, and their dogs Hombre and Dozer.

Missie joined the Brandywine Valley Veterinary Hospital team in 2007. A vital part of our  talented staff of assistants and technicians. Prior to her experiences at BVVH, Missie developed an extensive medical background working with handicapped adults and serving as a pharmacy technician. She also has a strong entrepreneurial spirit and ran an in-home day care service for 10 years!

Missie and her husband Eric have two sons. Missie and her family share their home with her two cats, Sterling Buttons and Princess Kit Kat.

Leslie grew up in West Chester, but has resided in Coatesville for the last 20 years. She has worked as a Veterinary Client Service Representative for 17 years. Leslie currently lives with her fiancé and they share their home with their cats, Lolita, Ian, Louie, Khloe, Maizy and their dogs Frankie (Mississippi mud hound) and Hammy (chocolate lab). Her hobbies include gardening, reading, cooking, and she is an avid crocheter.

Lynne has been a Veterinary Client Service Representative for 10 years and is super excited to be a part of the BVVH team! She is passionate about people and the special bond between them and their pets. She shares her life with her husband Jeff, four kids, her Springer Spaniel, Ellie, and two senior Kitties Jinx & Codie. In her free time, you can find her hanging out with her backyard barnyard friends, including Jessie (horse), Petey (Black Angus), Jackson (Donkey), several goats, sheep, alpaca, & pet turkeys, Willy & Nilly.

Sofía joined our team this year with an interest in learning more about veterinary medicine. She’s from Peru where she graduated college in 2023 with her degree in international business. She currently resides in Coatesville with her husband and two fur babies, Bella and Molly.

In her free time, you can find her cooking, spoiling her doggies, or watching a good movie or show. She has a love for travel, and adventures. Her next big adventure includes skydiving.