Our Doctors

Barbara Sheffield, D.V.M.

Dr. Barbara Sheffield earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Florida in 1984. Her ethic and dedication placed her in the Phi Zeta Honorary Society. Dr. Sheffield has owned and worked at several practices in Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia. She served as a relief veterinarian throughout Hampton Roads since 2007, networking and building her strong reputation throughout the area. Along with her love for small animal medicine, Dr. Sheffield is also an avid equestrian breeder and trainer. She and her horses have been awarded multiple International Hunter Futurity and National Championships. She, her husband, David, and her three children live in the Pungo area of Virginia Beach.

Our Relief Doctors

Laurie Giles, DVM

Dr. Giles joined our team in January of 2022. She graduated from Ohio State University in 1983 and has a BS in Biology from Virginia Tech. Her hobbies include kayaking, paddle boarding, going to the beach, hiking, and hanging out with friends and family. At home, she has an 8 year old Golden Retriever named August. You can find Dr. Giles here at Salem most days of the week, working hard to provide the best patient care possible. We love having her as a relief vet, and our clients do, too. 

Vanessa Selger, DVM
Tiffany Kenyon, DVM
Rafique Achmetov, DVM
Pictures and bios coming soon!

Our Practice Manager
Amanda

Amanda recently joined our practice in July of 2020. She's a mom of two amazing kids, two dogs, Duke and Jellybean, and lots of fish. Her interests outside of work include running and gardening. Since starting here at SVH, Amanda has organized our inventory, improved comradery, and helped us remain positive during Covid-19. She's definitely a lively person and loves to make others happy by dancing in the middle of the clinic.

​Our Technicians
Brooke, LVT

Brooke is our full-time, head veterinary technician. She is a graduate from Blue Ridge, but also has a bachelors degree in Psychology from JMU. She loves snuggling up with her boxer-pit mix, Toby, and her long-haired, black cat, Nala, while reading a good book or researching the latest in veterinary news.
Her favorite part of working at Salem is client education. Ask her anything! Her latest endeavor is getting engaged this past Christmas Eve (2022), and she is currently in the throws of wedding planning for 2024! 

Amanda, LVT

​Amanda started at Salem Veterinary Hospital on June 1st 2021. Her favorite hobbies include baking, drawing, and reading.  She graduated from the TCC vet tech program in Aug 2022.  She loves working with animals and always has. She grew up with lots of pets and enjoyed getting to work with them everyday. At home, she has a 9 year old German Shephard named Zoe and several black cats. Her biggest accomplishment is becoming a licensed vet tech and getting to learn exciting new things.

Our Assistants

Alesia

Alesia is our lead assistant. She is a 31 year old mom of 5. Originally from Vernon Hill, VA, she grew up around animals and has always been drawn to them and has been living in Norfolk for over 20 years now. She studied biology at Norfolk State University and plans to go back to school to obtain her Vet Tech degree. Her ultimate goal is to obtain her degree in veterinary medicine. She was a Zoo keeper's aid for 2 years at the Virginia Zoo while in high school as well as an Animal Care Tech with the Portsmouth Humane Society for 2 years. In her free time she enjoys baking, outdoor activities with the kids, and video games. She is also a self proclaimed Starbucks addict and horror movie junkie. She’s a social butterfly with a very colorful personality that shines so bright it is projected thru her hair. 

Megan

Megan recently moved to Virginia Beach in October of 2021 from North Carolina and began working here on November 3, 2021. Her favorite hobbies include going to the beach, reading, watching movies, and spending time with her family. Her decision to work in the veterinary field was based on her huge heart for animals and her want to be able to help and give them the best life possible as well as help the owners make sure they are giving the best care. At home, she has a 4 year old Plott Hound that she got from my last clinic who she fell in love with after he was brought in after being attacked by a bear. He is her best friend and she can’t even imagine her life without his goofy, loving, needy self. Her long term goals include finishing up Veterinary technician school and further educating herself on how to help owners and animals the best way possible.

Bridget

Bridget joined our team in August of 2020.  She has always had a strong passion for working with animals. She began working at her first animal clinic during high school as a summer job and since then has been working in the vet field. Bridget graduated from Madison County High School and attended two years at Calhoun Community College. She is hoping to get her license in veterinary technology soon. Her favorite hobbies include going to concerts, shopping, and hanging out with friends. At home, she has a lab/pit mix named Sophie, a collie mix named Zander, and two Siamese cats named Angel an Leo. While working here at SVH, she hopes to expand her knowledge in both the reception and assistant positions. 

Bethanie

Bethanie has been an assistant at Salem since July 2022, but has been a part of veterinary medicine since 2018. She is also currently working part time at an emergency veterinary hospital in Yorktown.  She is currently enrolled an online program to become a Vet Technician. When she's not at work, she likes playing video games, drawing, and watching horror movies. She lives at home with her fiancé, 3 year old son, and 3 cats - Sam, Dean, and Castiel. 

Our Receptionists
Taylor

Taylor, a native New Yorker, moved to Virginia Beach in 2014. She has has a life-long love for all animals and has been with us since 2017. She is our lead receptionist but is also cross-trained as an assistant. So if you don't see her smiling face greeting you at the front desk, she is likely holding a cat somewhere. Taylor is our cat whisperer, and can calm even the most nervous fur baby. She loves the outdoors (especially in the fall); kayaking, bike riding and gardening. Sometimes you'll see her bicycle outside of our clinic. Also a home-body, she loves baking, crafting her own home décor and streaming her favorite shows. She has a *now managed* addiction to Target and Amazon Prime. Taylor and her husband David, a retired Marine, were married in the fall of 2020. They have traveled most of the U.S. together and enjoy visiting National Parks. They share 2 cats: Sasha (pictured), a mouthy Siamese and the sweetest black cat, Jovie, who live with her and her modern family. A malti-poo named Moira blessed their feline family last summer. She has a preteen step-daughter, Lillian, who is her apprentice in shopping, baking, arts & crafts and all the good music. Taylor loves 80's & 90's nostalgia and is a die-hard Queen fan.   ​

Amanda

Amanda is a VB native. She graduated from Ocean Lakes High School's Math and Science academy. She is currently enrolled in the Vet Tech program at TCC and hopes to graduate in August 2024. Amanda has previous experience at Petsmart and Banfield. She owns a fat, orange tabby named "Mochi". In her spare time, she loves music and reading, and she follows more animals than people on Instagram.

Addison
​Picture & Bio coming soon!

Our Kennel Attendant
​Kaylee
Picture & Bio coming soon!

Our Clinic Cat

George

George was surrendered to us in October of 2021. Since then, he has found his home amongst many people who love him unconditionally. George suffers from GI lymphoma, so he's on many medications.  George loves to spend most of his time on Brooke's desk (because she almost always has a snack there), but if you can't find him there, he's usually in his bed or wandering around the clinic. George loves to watch Youtube videos, especially when they consist of mice catching or bird watching. George is not afraid of other cats or dogs, in fact, he loves to make friends. You will sometimes see him consoling a crying cat in the lobby or keeping an eye on a patient back in the treatment area. We are so blessed to have this special kitty in our lives. If you're here visiting, don't hesitate to ask to meet him!