The Brighton-Eggert Animal Clinic team of skilled veterinarians welcomes you to our practice. Proudly serving Tonawanda and surrounding areas. At Brighton-Eggert Animal Clinic, it is our daily privilege to provide quality vet care to your cherished pet, with compassion and competence. We hope to ensure a positive impact on our patients, pet owners and the local community.
Molly Barr, DVM
Dr. Barr is a 2009 graduate of Ross University. After living outside the WNY area for the last 7 years while working on her undergraduate and veterinary degree, Dr. Barr decided she would like to return to the area where she grew up to begin her career as a veterinarian. Her goal is to become a productive member in the community that helped shape her as a person growing up. Dr. Barr's interest in pursuing veterinary medicine began while working at the University of Connecticut State Diagnostics Laboratory during undergraduate studies. It was this job along with classes in her major (Pathobiology), which sparked Dr. Barr's interest in the study of disease process, medicine and anatomy of domestic animals. She is the type of person that always wants to know how and why a disease causes illness and therefore what direction she should take to prevent or treat it. Veterinary school was the key to fulfilling her inquisitive nature.
Patricia Davies, DVM
Dr. Davies is a 1983 graduate of Iowa State University. She has been an important part of our staff since 1986 and has a very loyal client base. Dr. Davies treats all aspects of canine and feline health, with a special interest in feline internal medicine.
Peter Freyburger, DVM
Dr. Freyburger is a 1976 graduate of Cornell University. He grew up near the clinic location attending Kenmore East High School. He co-founded the Brighton-Eggert Animal Clinic in 1979 along with Dr. Weber. Today he is the managing veterinarian, and author of Vetting: The Making of a Veterinarian. The Freyburger household includes two cats and three German Shorthaired Pointers.
Emily Glick, DVM
Dr. Emily Glick is a 2009 graduate from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She also has graduate degrees in music theory and computer science from Northwestern University. Dr. Glick was a software designer for Microsoft Corporation in Seattle when she realized that she really did want to be a veterinarian when she grew up. After moving across the country to study veterinary medicine in Illinois, she decided to continue on to western New York rather than return to the home after graduation. Dr. Glick has experience working in animal shelters and feline exclusive practice. Her special clinical interests are in neurology, orthopedics, and working canines. When she's not working, Dr. Glick enjoys an eclectic mix of hobbies including autocross, vintage motorbikes, and comic book art. At her home in Buffalo, with the help of her three cats, she maintains a constant and rigorous inquiry into the mysterious feline psyche. Professional Memberships: American Veterinary Medical Association, the New York State Veterinary Society, the Niagara Frontier Veterinary Society, the American Association of Feline Practitioners, and the International Sled Dog Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Glick is a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve Veterinary Corps.
John Laurie, DVM
Dr. Laurie is a WNY native, growing up in Orchard Park. He is a 1968 graduate of Iowa State University. After veterinary school, he became an Officer in the Army. When he returned to the US, Dr. Laurie came back to Orchard Park to begin his career. He went on to become the owner of Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center and grew the practice from 2 doctors to a 24 hour specialty and emergency practice. Dr. Laurie continued to practice at Orchard Park until the mid 90's. He has since semi-retired, enjoying his winters in Florida and working for Brighton-Eggert during the summer months. Dr. Laurie has a special interest in surgery and orthopedic work.
Kristin Mahoney, VMD
Dr. Kristin Mahoney is a 2000 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. She is a native of Western New York and recently moved back to the area after practicing in a 24 hour specialty clinic in Chicago for 7 years. Dr. Mahoney's special interests lie in geriatric medicine and immune disorders. She shares her home with her 5 furry friends, 3 dogs and 2 cats.
Julie Miska, DVM
Dr. Miska, originally from Horseheads, NY completed her undergraduate studies at Cornell University. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the university of Florida in 1996 and decided to move back north after graduation. She joined our staff in 1998 after practicing in Depew. Dr. Miska has a special interest in orthopedic work. She shares her home in Kenmore with her husband and two sons, along with two cats and two frisky terriers.
Kendra Robertson, DVM
Dr. Kendra Robertson is a 2009 University of Guelph graduate. She is no stranger to Brighton-Eggert, as she worked throughout veterinary school here during the summers. Clients and staff enjoyed working with Dr. Robertson so much, we knew we had to have her once she graduated! Dr. Robertson has a special interest in dermatology and shares her home with a new collie puppy.
Joseph Savarese, DVM
Dr. Joseph Savarese has been practicing in the WNY area for over 30 years. Dr. Savarese is also the Chair of the Veterinary Technology Program at Medaille College as well, where he has been a professor with Medaille since 1986. He earned his doctorate in veterinary medicine from the University of Parma, Italy, and had previous experience as a secondary school Spanish teacher, school administrator and in adult education. Dr. Savarese is licensed to practice veterinary medicine in New York and Florida, and is an active member of several local, state and national veterinary organizations. As a volunteer, Dr. Savarese performs surgery and consults for the SPCA of Erie County, servers as an advisor to a Boy Scout Explorer Post in veterinary medicine, and is on the scientific staff of the Erie County Sheriff's Office. He has published and spoken locally and nationwide on the role of the veterinary technician in veterinary practice.
Jatain Sondhi, BVSc, MVSc
Dr. Jatain Sondhi is our Medical Director. He graduated in 1996 and went on to receive his Master's degree in Veterinary Pathology in 1998 from Punjab Agricultural University in India. Then he finished a graduate program in Clinical Pathology and received his diploma in 1999 from Ontario Veterinary College in Canada. From there he traveled in 2001 to Oklahoma State University where he completed a year of clinical training. Dr. Sondhi worked in Seattle, WA and Vancouver for about three years and then moved to a multi-doctor practice in Brooklyn, NY until July of 2007 when he joined Brighton Eggert. Dr. Sondhi's interests include feline medicine, geriatric care, diagnostic imaging, dentistry, and clinical pathology. He is currently expanding his professional career by completing additional training in orthopedics. When not working, Dr. Sondhi enjoys traveling, reading and sampling different ethnic cuisines. Dr Sondhi resides in Clarence with his wife, son and daughter.
Nate Tompkins, DVM
Dr. Tompkins is a 2011 graduate from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University. Prior to his veterinary degree, he completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Niagara University in 2007. Dr. Tompkins recalls his first interests in veterinary medicine as a young boy and has never waivered from his life-long dream. Having grown up in Lewiston, Dr. Tompkins now resides in Williamsville with his wife and has always called Western New York home. His other interests outside of work include music (trombonist for the American Legion Band of the Tonawandas, Post 264), jogging, and many sporting activities. He and his wife are also proud to serve at and call The Chapel at Crosspoint their home church.
Dr. Garofalo
Dr. Garofalo was born and raised on Long Island. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from C.W. Post-Long Island University in May of 1996. She furthered her education by earning her D.V.M. from Cornell University in May of 2000. After working exclusively in private practice for 9 years, Dr. Garofalo decided to return to academia and accepted a residency in Laboratory Animal Medicine from the University at Buffalo-SUNY in March of 2009. Presently, Dr. Garofalo provides per diem services for our practice. Her special interests include exotic animal medicine, equine rehabilitation, horseback riding, and running.
Sat: 1pm - 8pm
Sun: 11am - 6pm
