CLINIC HOURS
Mon-Thur 7:30AM to 7PM
Fri 7:30AM to 6PM
Sat 9AM to 3PM
Sun 9AM to 12PM
5138 MacArthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 363-1316
info@palisadesvetclinic.com
CLINIC HOURS
Mon-Thur 7:30AM to 7PM
Fri 7:30AM to 6PM
Sat 9AM to 3PM
Sun 9AM to 12PM
5138 MacArthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 363-1316
info@palisadesvetclinic.com
Richard Cohen, MBA, CVPM - Certified Practice Manager
Richard has been working in veterinary medicine for over 12 years. Originally from Long Island, NY, Richard moved to Washington, DC in 1997 to attend American University. After graduation, Richard worked at Friendship Hospital for Animals from 2001-2005 in various positions including Front Desk and Inventory Manager. In 2005 he took a management position with the Boy Scouts of America, in their Bethesda office. Over the past 8 years he has managed and consulted with various veterinary hospitals in the DC area including Union and Dupont Veterinary Clinics. Richard lives with his wife Nicki, a veterinarian, daughter Alexis, son Russell and their 15 year old cat BB.
Victoria M. - Client Services Supervisor
Victoria came to be part of the Palisades family 2010. She’s been working in the veterinary field for over 15 years in many different areas. She’s had the pleasure of working with a few different species of exotics like spiders, fish, snakes, and birds. She has experience with nutrition, acupuncture, and holistic medicine. In her free time, she enjoys taking care of her family which includes two children and husband. She also enjoys watching sports, listening to music, and movies.
Lauren D., Front Desk CSR
Mallory Ferreira - Technical Services Supervisor
Mallory is a Massachusetts native, who relocated to the DC area in 2016 and has been with Palisades since May 2017. She has been in the veterinary industry for 8 years now. Mallory received her BS in Animal Science at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI. She started her journey in the animal industry as a Barn manager, but quickly realized she wanted to help cats and dogs. Before working at PVC, Mallory worked for Royal Canin and is educated in animal diet and nutrition. When she isn’t working, she enjoys being with her husband, Louis, her cat Ruca, and 2 dogs, Maple the hound, and Ivy, the pitbull. If she is not at work, you will probably find Mallory at the barn with her horse, Blue.
Jamila A.
Jamila has been working as a veterinary nurse since 2007. She has been with PVC for over 5 years. A graduate of Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA, B.A. Psychology. Jamila is now working on applying to veterinary school. She is a pet mom to Duke Mason who she recently rescued from Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and a 10 year old DSH named Dexter. Her interests outside of vet medicine include spending time with friends and family, crafting, and traveling.
Danell L.
Danell started her career in veterinary nursing the tender age of 19 at the Washington Humane Society. She had completed 2 years at SSU and then began work at the New York Avenue Animal Shelter. She helped start up and open the Georgia Ave spay-neuter clinic for WHS. She then worked at Southpaws referral center, and after that joined our group of sister practices. Special interests are all things feline (cats cats cats!!!) and especially if they are in need of help, with a healthy side of dog love too. She is a real softie for dogs and cats, for sure. She has 4 needy cats and 1 husband. Hobbies outside of vet nursing include watersports, pop culture, and family time.
Taiysha W.
Tai is a native Washingtonian from the N.E. area. She went to school at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and received her B.S. in Animal Science. She has been a vet tech since 2003 and has worked at Palisades since 2014. She is the pet mom to an adorable huge Cane Corso named Barack. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and listening to 90s R&B music.
Jessica M.
Jessica's love for all animals started when she dove into a flooded river to save a basket full of dachshund puppies at age 12. She has been part of the Palisades Veterinary Clinic family since 2012. Jessica loves hiking and identifying rare caterpillars in her free time.
Shayna B.
Born and raised in Washington, D.C. Shayna attended School Without Walls Senior High School (Class of 2011) and is a recent graduate of The Pennsylvania State University where she earned her Baccalaureate Degree in Animal Science. She was an intern here at PVC last summer before she became a veterinary assistant. She will be attending veterinary school next fall (2017). Shayna is a swimmer and loves watching The Vampire Diaries, she has one loveable dog at home her miniature poodle, Ricky Bobby.