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Ask a Vet! BirchBark Veterinary Panel

If you have a pet, you have questions. Now's your chance to ask ‘em!

Join BirchBark for our live “Ask a Vet” webinar, featuring a panel of four experienced veterinarians. Together, the panel represents a broad range of veterinary expertise.

Dr. Burtch of Animal Internal Medicine Consultants brings her expertise as an internal medicine vet, while Dr. O’Hearn of BluePearl offers special insight from an emergency and specialty practice. Dr. Fankhauser of Pet Maintenance and Repair and Dr. Wells, of Harbor Veterinary Hospital, contribute their extensive experience in small animal general practices, as well as their experience in shelter and equine medicine.

Our panelists will answer questions submitted in advance, with time reserved for live questions if possible. To increase the likelihood that your question is addressed during the webinar, please use the “Submit Questions” form below!


Gain trusted insights and practical advice on a wide range of pet health topics in this interactive discussion.

This webinar will be held on Zoom and a recording will be sent to all who register.

Panelists:

Dr. Merrianne Burtch DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine) – Dr. Burtch is a veterinary internal medicine specialist and founder of BirchBark. She has practiced throughout the Central Coast of California for more than 28 years and is passionate about providing compassionate, appropriate medical care and guidance, with a quality-of-life priority for patients and their people. Dr. Burtch practices at Animal Internal Medicine Consultants.

Dr. Jeff Fankhauser, DVM - Dr. Fankhauser grew up in California’s central valley and began working in veterinary hospitals when he was 15 years old. Dr. Fankhauser has dedicated his career to animal welfare and has worked almost exclusively with animal shelters, rescues, spay and neuter operations, and low-cost veterinary hospitals helping underserved populations. Dr. Fankhauser practices at Pet Maintenance & Repair.

Dr. Katie O 'Hearn, DVM - Dr. O’Hearn serves as the medical director for BluePearl Monterey, bringing more than 20 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine, urgent care and general surgery. As a seasoned hospital leader, she is dedicated to maintaining the highest clinical standards and strategically optimizing patient care during critical moments.

Dr. Kacie Wells, DVM - Since 2020, Dr. Wells has been pursuing her interest in small animal medicine at Harbor Veterinary Hospital. To that position, she also brings 13 years of experience as an equine vet - truly caring for all creatures great and small!

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