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Dr. Nicola Williamson, DVM, DACVD

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Serving Central Virginia since 2003, Dr. Nicola L. Williamson, DVM, DACVD, and her staff at Veterinary Dermatology of Richmond are dedicated to the health and well being of your best friend.

When Veterinary Dermatology of Richmond opened its doors, Dr. Nicola Williamson had a vision: to diagnose and treat dogs, cats, horses, and other pets with skin or ear problems and educate their owners about the importance of their pet’s dermatological health. Extensive research, study at some of the finest institutions in the country, and recognition by leading veterinary publications all make Dr. Williamson one of the most respected experts in the field. Dr. Williamson’s work has been published in textbooks and veterinary journals. She has also participated in drug trials with major pharmaceutical companies, helping to further improve the treatment of pets with skin diseases. The wagging tails of her four-legged friends have turned a veterinary profession into a personal passion.

After obtaining a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia, Dr. Williamson became a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine after completing her degree at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia. After an internship in internal medicine and surgery at the Animal Medical Center in New York City, she spent three years completing a residency in Veterinary Dermatology at the University of Tennessee before becoming board-certified in veterinary dermatology by the American College of Veterinary Dermatology.

Dr. Williamson was voted the Best Veterinary Dermatologist in the Richmond and central Virginia area by other veterinarians, in Virginia Living Magazine.

If your pet is suffering from scratching, chewing, sores, ear infections, hair loss, or other dermatology problems, Dr. Williamson is here for you and treats all of her patients with the care and compassion they deserve.

When not busy helping her patients, Dr. Williamson enjoys traveling, hiking, gardening, reading, and quilting. 

 

Dr. Amy Shumaker, DVM, DACVD

Dr. Shumaker is a 2001 graduate from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. She completed a rotating medicine and surgical internship at VCA South Shore Animal Hospital south of Boston, MA from 2001-2002, subsequently staying on as a general practitioner for 3 years. From 2005-2008 she served as a resident in dermatology at Dermatology for Animals in Arizona and became board certified in dermatology in 2008. She has been a dermatologist in many locations, including Arizona, California, Nevada, and Massachusetts, and is happy to make Virginia her new home.

Dr. Shumaker has authored and co-authored several articles in veterinary publications as well as book chapters. She has also served for several years on the dermatology examination board. When not working, Dr. Shumaker can be found cooking in the kitchen, gardening, hiking or just lounging with her fur babies, Kiwi and Cooper.

 

Sarah – Manager and Licensed Veterinary Technician

Sarah has been in the veterinary field since 2009 and joined the Veterinary Dermatology team in 2015. Sarah enjoys learning – she has three degrees (a Bachelor’s in Business Management, an Associate degree with a Business Major, and a second Associate degree in Veterinary Technology) and plans to pursue her MBA in the near future.  In her spare time Sarah enjoys up-cycling furniture, spending time with family, friends and neighbors, watching Notre Dame football, traveling, collecting antiques, and of course playing with dogs. Her favorite aspects of Dermatology includes establishing patient and client connections, reading cytologies, and seeing the  progress of patients. 

 

Jill – Licensed Veterinary Technician

Jill  has been in the veterinary field since 2016. In her spare time she enjoys taking care of her tropical fish, reading and interacting with her book club, and hanging out with her friends and her 2 cats. Jill’s favorite aspect of her job is educating clients to help improve the quality of life of pets. 

 

Lisabeth – Veterinary Assistant 

Lisabeth has been in the veterinary field since 2013. Lisabeth enjoys hiking, exploring farmers markets and traveling. Lisabeth loves her 3 cats (all of which are brown tabby cats!). Lis’s favorite aspect of her job is keeping patients comfortable during their visit. Lisabeth is interested in wild life conservation and enjoyed her time in Costa Rica volunteering on the La Tortuga Feliz Sea Turtle conservation project. 

 

Kristy – Lead Customer Service Representative

Kristy she has been in the veterinary field since 2019. In her spare time she enjoys reading, gardening, cooking, and hanging out with her fur kids which consist of 2 cats (a one eyed Tabby Cat and a Maine Coon mix) and 1 dog (rescued mix). Kristy’s favorite aspect of her job is greeting every patient. 

 

Deepti – Customer Service Representative

Deepti  has been in the veterinary field since 2016. Deepti enjoys attending to her plants and cuddling with her dog. Deepti has a Bachelor’s degree in Art and enjoys creating acrylic and oil abstract paintings. Deepti’s favorite part of her job is building a bond with clients and their pets.