Get to know our team!
Delmarva Animal Emergency Center is proud to serve Dover, DE, and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service.
We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet and giving them the same loving attention and care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers who are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible.
If you have any questions about how we can care for your pet, please don’t hesitate to call us at (302) 697-0850. Thank you!
Our Veterinarians
Dr. Bernard Brown
D.V.M.
Dr Bernard Brown was Born and raised in Quincy, Massachusetts. Dr. Brown knew that he wanted to become a veterinarian since 7th grade. He attended Michigan State University and dived right into small animal medicine upon graduation. He currently serves as a board member for the Delmarva Animal Emergency Center as well as one of the original owners and is a past member and President of the Capital City Rotary Club. With 40 years of experience, Dr. Brown lives coastal beach town along with his wife, 3 dogs and 2 cats.
Dr. Jared Hunt
Originally from Greenwood, Delaware, Dr. Hunt spent much of his childhood growing up in Paraguay, South America. He earned his veterinary degree in 2020 from the Universidad Nacional de Asunción and went on to practice rural mixed animal medicine in Paraguay, with a primary focus on beef cattle. After returning to the U.S., he completed the AVMA’s ECFVG certification program in 2024. Since then, he has worked in small animal practice and developed a strong passion for emergency medicine, with special interests in surgery and complex, high-acuity cases.
Dr. Hunt is fluent in both Spanish and German, which has been a valuable asset in connecting with diverse clients and communities.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, camping, biking, and grilling on the weekends
Dr. Joshua Levinson
D.V.M., DACVECC
Dr. Joshua Levinson received a BA from Oberlin College before earning his veterinary degree from the University of Florida in 2002.
He practiced emergency medicine at VCA Newark Animal Hospital in Delaware for 4 years and spent the next three years in an emergency and critical care residency based at the same site.
He attended resident rounds weekly at the University of Pennsylvania for 3 years and rotated through the anesthesia and cardiology services there as well. Following the residency
Dr. Levinson became board-certified in emergency and critical care (DACVECC), worked as a staff criticalist, and then became the medical director for emergency and specialty medicine at VCA Newark Animal Hospital.
Dr . Roberta Mauro
D.V.M.
Dr. Roberta Mauro is a 1998 graduate of University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School. She is a Delaware County, Pennsylvania native. She currently lives in Townsend with her husband and 4 dogs. She has 2 children attending University of Delaware. She enjoys being back at DAEC after taking a few years off. Her favorite part of working at DAEC is the awesome veterinary technicians and support staff.
Dr. Whitney Miller
D.V.M.
Bio coming soon
Dr. Jennifer Scheidt
V.M.D.
Dr. Scheidt graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2008 and completed an internship with the Veterinary Specialty Center of Delaware the following year. She resides in Middletown, Delaware with her husband, 2 sons, cats, dog, and chickens.
Dr. William C. Wade
D.V.M., C.V.A.
Bio coming soon
Management
Pam
Practice Manager / Vet Technician
Pam Derickson joined the Delmarva Animal Emergency Center in April of 2001, she has worked as a Veterinary Technician since 1986. She is married to Keith and has one child Logan.
Pam spends her free time going to cow shows with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys going to the Delaware State Fair each year. She also enjoys spending time outside.
Sarah
Assistant Manager / Veterinary Technician
Sarah has been part of the veterinary field for over 15 years and brings a passion for both animals and the people who love them. After earning her associate’s degree, she found her calling in helping clients navigate the best care for their pets while giving each patient the compassion they deserve. Sarah has a special soft spot for behaviorally challenged animals and loves being their advocate throughout their care.
When she’s not at the clinic, Sarah enjoys life on her family’s little farmette with her husband and their three kids. Their home is full of rescued “misfits,” including four horses, two goats, five cats, and four dogs. Outside of farm chores, Sarah loves watching and coaching her kids in ice hockey and lacrosse, making family and animals the heart of her everyday life.
Our Staff
Abigail
Veterinary Technician Student
I am currently enrolled in a veterinary technician program, driven by a deep passion for animal care and a commitment to helping others. With the ultimate goal of becoming a veterinarian, I am excited about this opportunity to expand my knowledge and develop new skills within this field. Outside of my academic pursuits, I cherish time with my fur baby, Tennyson, who brings me constant joy and companionship.
Amanda
April
April received her associate degree in veterinary technology in 2009 and has been a vet tech since 2008. April grew up in Vermont and recently relocated to Delaware to be with her boyfriend. April has loved and rescued animals for as long as she can remember. She spends her free time with her boyfriend, son, and dogs, camping and swimming.
Bri
As a child, Brianna (who goes by Bri) always knew she wanted to help animals. She was a major part of her high school’s animal sciences class and FFA. Bri showed dairy goats through high school and college. After high school, she went to the University of Delaware for premed. Since she has been working in the field, she can’t wait to learn more through ER.
Brittany
Bio coming soon
chrissy
I have 2 amazing boys 3 dogs 1 ferret 1 cat and a koi pond. I love to hunt fish and camp. I have lived in Delaware all my life.
Colin
Licensed Veterinary Technician
I joined the Delmarva Animal Emergency Center team in May 2025. My passion for animal care started when I was 19 years old. I started my journey in the veterinary field as a kennel assistant while pursuing the veterinary technician track of Delaware Technical Community College, where I obtained my associates degree and passed my VTNE in August 2015, becoming a licensed veterinary technician, a role I probably held for the past 10 years. Outside of work, I enjoy immersing myself in gaming, reading, and exploring the wide range of music genres. On weekends, I often find peace and joy in visiting my grandparents at Trap Pond, where nature and family time come together.
Danielle Garlock
Danielle is a Licensed Veterinary Technician with over 10 years of hands-on experience in animal care and clinical support. She graduated from Delaware Technical Community College with an Associate’s degree in 2015 and passed the VTNE a few months later. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine from St. Petersburg College and is passionate about combining technical skill with compassionate care to improve the lives of animals and support the clients who love them.
Destiny
Bio coming soon
Destiny H.
Receptionist
My name is Destiny, I’m a recent Esthetician graduate. Before becoming an Esthetician, I gained tons of knowledge and experience working as a Veterinary Technician for Forrest Avenue Animal Hospital for over two years. I have a passion for helping animals in need of proper care and treatments to help nurture them back to health. I have 1 fur baby at home named Oreo, she’s a Staffordshire Terrier, a sassy princess and the light of my life!
Gabi
Veterinary Technician
Gabi started working in the veterinary field when she was 17 years old; working her way up from veterinary assistant to veterinary technician.
Before coming to Delmarva she was an emergency veterinary technician in New Mexico but she is very excited to be part of this amazing team here at Delmarva!
In her free time, she likes to spend time with her husband and 2 daughters.
Heather
Bio coming soon
Helena
Katey
I worked in the veterinarian field for 12 years until I took a break when I had my second son! My boys are 8 & 5 now so it was time I went back to what I enjoy!
I have always loved animals and have several of my own! I am so excited to have this opportunity and to be part of an amazing team!!
Liz
Bio coming soon
Morgan
Animal care has been a passion of mine since childhood! I’ve been in veterinary medicine for 11 years, with a special interest and dedication to the care of our senior pets.
My love of caring for our furry patients when their family is unable to be with them led me to join the team at Delmarva Animal Emergency Center in August 2021.
In my spare time, I enjoy camping, hiking, kayaking, and cuddling with my 6-year-old torti Naya.
Pam
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Pam joined the practice in 2009. Pam has a particular interest in dentistry but loves every aspect of veterinary medicine.
She graduated from Harcum Jr. College with a veterinary technician degree in 1979 and has been in the animal field since that time.
She also enjoys spending time with their daughters: Meredith and Kelly and grandchildren: Philip and Madalyn
Sarah
Veterinary Tech
I am a Delaware native and life long animal and nature lover. I started working with animals as a young teen, doing some volunteer work with DHA and later, working in boarding and grooming facilities. I made the transition to veterinary medicine in 2001 after completing a veterinary assistant program. From there I acquired training, experience and my license. I have been a Veterinary Technician for 23 years. My experience consists of small and large animal and also some exotics. It is my passion. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with family, church, hiking, geocache, traveling, gardening, trying new foods, and occasionally rehabing wild birds for re-release. I have an incredible daughter and one rambunctious cat.
Theresa
Theresa Carter is a married mother of four. Theresa’s family is a foster fail family through Grass Roots Rescue. She loves all things Star Wars. Her dog’s name is Ember Rae, and her daughter’s two dogs are Kylo Ren and Millennium Falcon. Theresa’s family keeps her pretty busy, but when she has spare time, she enjoys a good cheesy Hallmark movie!
Torrey
Torrey joined Delmarva Animal Emergency Center in June 2020.
She has been working in the veterinary field for 10 years. Torrey spends her free time with her husband, daughter, and their 2 dogs, a cat and a bearded dragon.
Her favorite animals to work with are large animals and exotics.
Trista
Trista Price joined Delmarva Animal Emergency Center in April 2009. Her areas of interest are exotic medication and client education. She has worked in the veterinary field for 12 years.
When not working she likes to spend time with her family and friends. She has a yellow lab named Flynn and neopolitian mastiff named Vaccaro.
Wendy
Bio coming soon