Stokes Pharmacy is excited to have formed our very first advisory council which includes some of the most forward-thinking leaders in the veterinary industry. With their advice and expertise, we look forward to taking Stokes to the next level.
DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM
Director, Clinical Studies, VCA
Oncologist at VCA Katonah Bedford Veterinary Center – Bedford Hills, NY Dr. Bergman is the Director of Clinical Studies for VCA. He is the principal veterinary investigator for the recently fully licensed canine melanoma vaccine (Oncept). Dr. Bergman is an adjunct faculty member of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Prior to Dr. Bergman joining VCA, he served as the Chief Medical Officer for BrightHeart Veterinary Centers from July 2007 to August 2011; from 1999 to June 2007 he was the head of the Donaldson-Atwood Cancer Center at AMC. After finishing veterinary school from Colorado State in 1990, he was an intern at Kansas State (90-91) and returned to CSU for his medical oncology residency (91-94) and then completed a PhD Fellowship in human cancer biology from the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston (94-99). He was previously Chair of the ACVIM Board of Regents and President of the Veterinary Cancer Society. Dr. Bergman has been a veterinary oncologist at Katonah Bedford Veterinary Center since 2007.
BS, CVPM
Fear Free Certified
Debbie Boone, self-professed “customer service geek and champion for animal health,” began her training in business management and customer care at 12 years old while working in her family’s restaurants. A love of animals led her to a bachelor’s degree in animal science from North Carolina State University and her first job in the industry as a client care representative at an animal hospital. Her business, retail, and hospitality background quickly moved her into hospital administration, and she managed AAHA-accredited hospitals for 23 years. Her unique skillset includes experience working with a variety of veterinary hospitals, including small animal, mixed animal, specialty, and emergency practices. She also has experience with shelter management.
Debbie is considered an expert in team communication, the creation of positive practice culture, and the development of monthly paid wellness plans for veterinary practices. Acknowledged as a leader in change implementation and employee engagement, she has been sought out by major animal health manufacturers for her skills as a trainer and speaker.
During her presentations, Debbie incorporates real-life stories that resonate with attendees and lead to glowing reviews. Her impressive list of speaking engagements includes WVC, AAHA, Midwest and Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conferences, and more. She has presented multiple VetFolio webinars and is the instructor for Patterson Veterinary Supply’s Communication and Service class. Her frequent one-on-one contact with veterinary professionals keeps her abreast of the daily challenges veterinary practices face and the creative solutions they have found to overcome those challenges.
Debbie co-authored The Veterinarian’s Guide to Healthy Pet Plans—How to Design and Implement Successful Preventive Care Plansand has been published in the VHMA newsletter, Firstline, DVM 360online, Veterinary Team Brief, Trends magazine, and more. She is a member of VHMA, AAHA, VetPartners, and multiple veterinary business and management groups and also serves on the AAHA LINC committee, assigned with selecting the AAHA Board of Directors. She is a member of the Board of Directors for VetPartners and the Fear FreeSMAdvisory Board and Speakers Bureau. Her latest project is the development of a Veterinary Practice Management concentration through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University.
Debbie’s business, 2 Manage Vets Consulting, helps practices develop extraordinary team communication and business skills, enhancing patient care, improving profitability, and increasing practice value. She strives to improve the lives of animals by using her expertise to improve workplace culture and the well-being of veterinary professionals.
In her spare time, Debbie enjoys reading, attempting to play golf, walking on the beach with her husband, traveling, and watching ACC basketball.
CSSGB, CCFP
Nicole Clausen, CSSGB, CCFP has over 15 years of experience in the veterinary industry with 10 years in small animal practice. She worked her way up from receptionist to Operations Manager in various clinics and understands the intricacies and internal workings of a successful practice. She now is the founder and consultant at Veterinary Care Logistics, a consulting firm specializing in inventory management for veterinary professionals.
Since its inception, Nicole and Veterinary Care Logistics have helped hundreds of veterinary practices, from coast to coast, create sustainable, lasting inventory management strategies in their veterinary practices.
Nicole is also the founder of the Veterinary Inventory Strategy Network, a community and educational platform dedicated to inventory management, the host of the Inventory Nation Podcast, the creator of the Certified Veterinary Inventory Professional program, the first-ever certification for inventory managers, and a regular speaker on inventory management.
Regulatory Consultant
Co-Founder, AskJanForHelp.com
Jan’s healthcare career has spanned over 30 years in both human and veterinary medicine. She held senior management positions in national human healthcare companies, including Vice President of Operations and Development for Care Net Health Systems based in Nashville, TN. and the Vice President of Operations and Development for Communicare and NBC HealthCare, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
In 2001, Jan moved into veterinary medicine as the Hospital Administrator for Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kansas City, (VSEC). From 2004-2016 she was the Co-Owner, Hospital Administrator and Vice President of the Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson, (VSCT). Jan was the Director of Education & Regulatory Affairs Manager for Cubex, LLC from 2018-2020. In 2020, Jan became a member of the Epicur Pharma Advisory Council and a Zoetis Key Opinion Leader. She also joined Veterinary Business Advisors as their Regulatory and Operational Consultant.
Jan speaks and consults with veterinarians nationally on a full-time basis. Her areas of expertise encompass compliance with DEA regulations, as well as other state and federal regulations, clinic and hospital practice management & operations, human resources, finance, and marketing.
LVT, NAVTA President
Medical Manager, Owner – Animal Hospital of Towne Lake
Jamie Rauscher is a Licensed Veterinary Technician at a 24/7 GP/ER practice in Atlanta. She has been at this practice for over 24 years and is part owner of the practice as well as the Medical Manager. She is the current President of NAVTA (National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America) and the Vice President of the GVTAA (Georgia Veterinary Technician & Assistant Association). Jamie’s interests include anesthesia, pain management, emergency and critical care, and hospice and palliative care.
Her certifications are ever-evolving and currently include:
Jamie is also pursuing her VTS in ECC and her AHPCT certifications currently.
She is married and resides with her husband and son just north of Atlanta. Her furry family members include a golden retriever and 4 cats.
DVM, MS, DACVIM, DACVECC
Advisory Council Emeritus
Bob has been a 42-year AVMA member since graduating in 1980 from the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine. He’s been instrumental in the growth and advancement of veterinary medicine.
He’s created a number of initiatives to better the profession and is dedicated to creating change in the field.
Bob’s highly accomplished career includes:
We are proud to have a partner like Bob. Learn more about his work in veterinary medicine.
