Roberta Raney Our Hospital Manager, joined our team in March 2009, stepping in after our previous manager became very ill.  Roberta brings over 30 years of experience with her to Shelter Island Veterinary Hospital.  Roberta and Dr. Darnell have known each other for over 7 years.  Interesting enough, Roberta has 2 pets - 'Possum and Murphy Brown - both adopted through Dr. Darnell!  Roberta is a valuable resource for our entire staff, clients and patients.  Roberta is in charge of the day-to-day operations of the hospital, allowing our doctors to focus on just that - being doctors.  Roberta guides our staff in providing world-class care for our patients and clients, as well as assisting clients with payment options, explanations of our services and in resolving and questions or problems you may have.  Please ask for Roberta  if you have any questions or comments (we welcome ALL commments!)

Danielle Giannoulis Our head receptionist, Danielle greets you with a friendly smile and will assist you in filling out your paperwork and getting you ready to meet the doctor and staff.  In addition to her reception duties, she also helps design and write our monthly newsletter and assists Roberta with our marketing and referral programs.  Danielle has 2 furry members in her own family- Bill who she adopted from one of the rescue organizations we work closely with and Patrick Swayze who was brought in by a good samaritan and hand-raised by our staff.  Danielle is dedicated to ensuring your visit from start to visit is pleasant and that all your needs are met during your experience at our hospital. 

Lene Crowe is also a receptionist.  Lene is a San Diego native.  She has a very large family with 2 beautiful daughters - Katareena and Suzan, a wonderful husband Jeff, 2 cats, and 5...yes 5 (they are addicting!) daschunds.  Lene is always bright and smiling when she greats you and helps us meet your needs when you visit us. 

Glory Baquiran is our Surgical technician, she will assist you in checking your pet in for his/her procedure, reviewing the forms required for surgery or dental cleanings, and answer all your questions.  She understands that all procedures, no matter how routine they are to US are not routine TO YOU!  She will care for your pet from the time he/she arrives until the time they are safely by your side again, ensuring that every step of the way, their needs are being addressed.  Glory works side-by-side with our doctors in the treatment area performing examinations, diagnostic testing, dentistry, surgery and other procedures.  Glory has several pets of her own - her most recent addition is Max a pet whose owner was no longer able to care for his special needs.  Her other pets include Jordan a sassy chihuahua, Titan and Gxsr.

Elizabeth Garcia is our room technician.  Her passion is to educate owners on the importance of wellness care to ensure your pet lives a long and happy life.  Liz will explain the different tests and treatments that are recommend, and guide you in your animal healthcare decisions.  She is a San Diego native.  Liz has 4 furry children - 2 English Bulldogs name Delilah and Don, a yellow lab named Roxy, and a Chihuahua puppy named Tinkerbell.

James Azurin is our Kennel Assistant/Veterinary Assistant.  He will make sure you pet is well-cared for while staying with us either for a day or overnight.  James is always there to help hold your pet and calm them if they are anxious, to reward them for being good, and sometimes just to give them head scratches and some extra TLC.  James is currently taking college classes in the evenings to obtain his degree.