Veterinarians
Dr.Kathleen Bartos
Veterinarian
Kathleen D. Bartos M.S., D.V.M. opened HVC in July 1990. She received her B.S. degree in zoology from Duke University and her M.S. in veterinary physiology from the University of Florida before attending veterinary school. She completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) degree at the University of Florida in 1986. She studied veterinary acupuncture with Dr. Shen Xie at the Chi Institute in Gainesville, FL, is certified in therapeutic laser and stem cell therapies, and is a member of the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management. She is also an active member of the American, Florida and Volusia/Flagler Veterinary Medical Associations. Dr. Bartos and her husband enjoy spending time with their dog Abby (Labrador Retriever) and their cats Kira (Domestic Shorthair), Monsta (Domestic Shorthair), Dax (Siamese), and #1 (Domestic Shorthair).
Dr.Gabriel Abreu
Medical Director/Veterinarian
Gabe Abreu, DVM completed his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) degree at the Ross University in September 2019. He studied veterinary acupuncture at the Chi Institute in Gainesville, FL, and is trained in canine rehabilitation through the University of Tennessee. Dr. Abreu is Fear Free Certified and speaks English and Spanish fluently, and has a basic knowledge of American Sign Language. Dr. Abreu and his husband are owned by their three dogs Amelia (Australian Shepherds), Daphne and Luna (Golden Retrievers), Chum Ping (Frenchie), and one cat, Schmitten (Domestic Shorthair).
Dr. Jenny Key
Associate Veterinarian
Jenny Key, DVM completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) degree on the Dean's List at the Ross University in 2026, with a clinical rotation at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. She also holds an RN-BSN degree from Montclair State University and an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Degree from Bergen Community College. She has volunteered with Wildlife Vets, Chance at Life Cat Rescue, and Route to Rescue. She and her husband live in Volusia County and enjoy spending time with their dog Zippy (black lab) and their cats Murzik (American Shorthair) and Milly (Tabby).
Staff
Sue
Practice Manager
Sue started as a client at HVC in 2013 and was pulled from an exam room and made a Client Services Representative in 2015. After a couple of years as Lead Client Services Representative and Office Manager, she became the Practice Manager in May 2018. Sue came to us from New Jersey, where she worked 30 years in the legal field. She loves cats and 'dawgs,' especially hers, Stanley ('Dachshund).
Val
Inventory Manager/Client Services Representative
Val has been at HVC since July of 2009. She started as a receptionist and is now the Inventory Manager. She has also been a client of the practice since February 1991. Val is mom to two cats, Mischief and Poppet (both Siamese Mixes), who keep her on her toes.
Julianne
Veterinary Technician
Julianne joined us in 2020. Whether your pet is admitted to our hospital for a wellness service, grooming, or for illness, Julianne will be sure his or her stay is as comfortable as possible. She makes sure all our patients are walked and have freshwater. Julianne is a Connecticut native who lives in Port Orange. She would rescue every special need or senior pet if dog if she was able. She and her family are owned by three Westies, Bean Town, Fenway, and Tatum.
Rocio
Veterinary Assistant
We love having Rocio on our team! She has been in the veterinary field for 3 years. Cocker Spaniel is her favorite dog breed. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her family and 3 dogs, Daizy Frida (Cocker Spaniel), Paloma (Bernadoodle), and Timbuki (Shih Tzu).
Cam
Veterinary Technician
Cam came to us with many years of veterinary technician experience. She spends her time outside of work with her fiancée, son, and dog Gunner (German Shorthaired Pointer).
Denisia
Veterinary Technician
Denisia has worked in the veterinary field for many years. She has loved animals since she was a client and would always try to take in the homeless animals. She always has a smile on her face and she is quite funny. She always says that pets don't have the option to take care of themselves; they need us! Her own pet Wonder (Pit Bull) means the world to her. Side note: she also says she loves to eat!
Alyse
Kennel Assistant
Alyse is a future veterinarian who helps all over our hospital. We hope to contribute to her love of caring for animals and help guide and teach her while she works with us.
Lily
Client Services Representative
Lily is a New Jersey native and is owned by her dog Scar (Husky Mix) and her Betta fish Gulligan. She has worked part time with us as a Client Services Representative since 2018. She is a student at Daytona State and hopes to be a teacher in the future.
Marylou
Administrative Assistant/Client Services Representative
Marylou was Dr. Bartos' first employee at HVC. She can work almost any position in the hospital, except Veterinarian, of course. You have probably received a phone call or mail from Marylou to let you know your pet is due for services. Marylou is mom to Puppy (Domestic Shorthair), Pancake (Domestic Shorthair) and Pattycake (Domestic Shorthair).
Heather
Client Services Representative
Heather came to HVC with many years of client services experience, with four years being in the pet industry. She is a Volusia County native. Heather keeps us laughing with her ``Heatherisms`` and is known to break out into song at times. She is fur mom to Milo and PeeWee (Toy Rat Terriers who are brothers).
Pam
Client Services Representative
You may recognize Pam from years ago. Pam was a CSR with us a while back but left when her second grandchild was born so she could babysit him. Well, time flies! Her grandson is now old enough to attend school, so Pam is back! Before working for us years ago, Pam had many years of experience in the veterinary field. She and her husband live in Mims with their cats Taz and Dixie and a flock of chickens.
Kim
Client Services Representative
Kim joined HVC with many years of CSR experience in the veterinary industry in Pennsylvania. She works part-time and spends the rest of her time with her two young daughters and husband. They live locally with their dog Spot and Peanut Butter (both Walker Tree Hounds), 4 Parakeets, a Cockatiel, and a Leopard Gecco.
Mindy
Groomer
Mindy joined HVC as a Veterinary Technician in 2013. She came to us with 20 years of technician and grooming experience. After a few years with us, she left her responsibilities as a tech and became our Groomer! We don't want to brag about how good she is, but....she is typically booked out for two months. She spends a lot of time with your pet and puts them at ease. She is referred by other groomers in the area for some of their ``not so groom friendly clients`` and is careful and caring with each of them. If your pet needs sedation to be groomed, let us know when scheduling your appointment. Your pet can have an exam with one of our doctors and, if found to be healthy enough, the doctor can sedate your pet for Mindy to groom. Mindy and her boyfriend live locally with their three cats Alice, Osirus, and Toast (all Domestic Shorthairs).
Olivia
Hospital Assistant
Olivia has a full-time job outside the veterinary field but loves animals so much that she works a couple of hours a day for us. She helps closing the hospital at the end of the day and getting it ready for the next. She came to us with some veterinary experience, so she can help with some veterinary assisting too! She has two dogs Aries and Raven (both mixed breeds) and a cat Moose (Domestic Shorthair).
Clinic Pets
Trip
Clinic Cat
Trip came to us as a kitten in March 2011. Even though he keeps us all on our toes, he loves to have his big belly rubbed and to share our lunches. He is also often found sleeping in our pharmacy inbox! He was named after Star Trek Enterprise's Chief Engineer Charles 'Trip' Tucker III since we all think he's out of this world!
Scotty
Clinic Cat
Scotty was born in April of 2020. He was brought in with his litter mates at just a few weeks old. He was picked from the litter to be an HVC clinic cat. His littermates were all adopted by HVC staff members. He is named after the Star Trek Lieutenant Commander Montgomery 'Scotty' Scott. We know he will live long and prosper!
Sisko
Clinic Cat
2007-2020
Hammy
Clinic Hamster
Unknown - 2023
Cupid
Clinic Guinea Pig
Unknown - 2024
