Staff

Robin DeMarco

Office Manager

("Auntie Robin" to all of our patients!)

Robin has been with us for over 5 years. Her love of animals is apparent from the moment you speak to her over the phone. Once you meet her, you realize that she represents an entire staff of dedicated, compassionate people who are here to help pets receive the best possible care.

Happily married to John, they are the proud parents of "Tara," their 6 year old West Highland White Terrier and "Bailey," a lucky yellow parakeet that flew into the best back yard she could find 8 years ago...theirs!!

In her spare time, Robin enjoys cooking, entertaining friends and family, gardening, going on cruises and skiing.

Brian Strobel DVM

Center Veterinarian

Dr. Strobel graduated with honors from the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. Following graduation, Dr. Strobel completed a rotating internal medicine and surgical internship at the Animal Medical Center in Manhattan. Following his internship, Dr. Strobel moved to California to join the Emergency and Critical Care Service at the University of California at Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine. As a clinical instructor, he performed emergency duties and played an active role in teaching and mentorship of fourth year veterinary students. Dr. Strobel also held a position working in a private practice emergency hospital in Sacramento prior to moving back to the East Coast. His experience at UC Davis and in private practice provided Dr. Strobel with knowledge in all areas of clinical medicine and diagnostics and he is happy to bring these skills to our Center. We are thrilled to have him on our team and we hope that you will feel free to consult with him regarding our advanced imaging techniques and radiation therapy.

Dr. Strobel currently lives in Hoboken with his two dogs; a golden retriever named "Wrigley" and a mixed breed canine, "Polizon".

Susan Stroligo

Certified Veterinary Technician

Susan joined the center in July of 2008 with 6 years of experience in a small animal hospital in Montclair, where she still works part-time as a veterinary technician. She recieved her Bachelor of Science from The Fashion Institute of Technology and worked on 7th Ave before volunteering at a local shelter where she realized her passion for animals was much greater than her passion for fashion. This led her to attend the N.J. Consortium for Veterinary Technicians from which she received an Associates Degree in veterinary technology. Susan then passed the national veterinary technician boards in January of 2007.

Susan is mommy to "Morty"-tough-guy feline from the streets of Queens, NY, "Kai"–the "Brad Pitt" of cats and "Callum"-a Montclair mutt from PAWS shelter.

Vanessa Sliker

Certified Veterinary Technician

Vanessa has been with the Vet MRI and RT center on a part time basis since August of 2008. Happily, Vanessa became a full time employee at the center in June 2009. She came to us with nine years of clinical experience, more than a third of that being in specialty and referral practice. Vanessa has her degree in veterinary technology from Bergen Community College. She has been a certified technician in NJ since 2005. Additionally, she is currently working towards her BA in veterinary technology. She has enjoyed her time at the center, especially the opportunity to work with radiation patients.

Vanessa shares her home with her spouse, two dogs ("Dingo" and "Kizzy"), two cats ("Tybalt" and "Sasha"), and an African Grey Parrot named "Chiro".

George Kreal

Veterinary Technician

George joined the Center in June of 2010 and has 5 years of experience as a technician, working at a referral hospital in Paramus, NJ working with the emergency service. He is currently working towards a Bachelor's degree in Biology at William Paterson University as well as an Associate's degree in Radiographic Technology at the County College of Morris. George has a special interest in diagnostic imaging and has enjoyed his time at the Center so far. We look forward to working with George for years to come.

George has a dog named "Tyson" that he rescued from a local animal shelter as well as three ferrets ("Major Burns", "Roxy", and "Little Girl").

Kathie Yotka

Radiation Therapist

Kathie has a BS in Biology & Medical Physics and an AAS in Radiologic Technology. She is also a licensed & registered Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, Radiation Therapist, Medical Dosimetrist and Diagnostic Medical Ultrasonographer in the human medicine field. Kathie worked in the Radiation Oncology field for over 20 years as manager of Passaic Beth Israel Hospital Radiation Oncology Center treating cancer patients. She also previously worked as a Radiation Therapist at St. Josephs" Hospital & Medical Center, Northern Westchester Hospital, Roosevelt Hospital, & Hackensack. Kathie currently works as a veterinary assistant at Oradell Animal Hospital, specializing in digital radiography and assisting in MRI, ultrasound, cardiology, and surgery prep. She also works at our Veterinary MRI & Radiotherapy Center as a Radiation Therapist.

In her "spare" time, Kathie is a lifetime equestrian and also enjoys relaxing on the beach, especially LBI, swimming, surfing, boating, etc., with her husband Pete and daughter Alexis. She also loves spending time with her Rottie, named "Tuck" and her various exotic tortoises and iguanas.

Mike Jones

Radiation Therapist

Mike has been with us since 2006. He received his training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan. Upon graduation, he took a postion in the Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center, where he remains working to this day. Mike has worked on everything from live source Cobalt-60 units to Tomotherapy machines that utilize the latest technology in image-guided IMRT. He is also a member of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.

Although not a pet owner himself, Mike was raised around dogs and enjoys spending time with his parents' Rottweiler, Indiana. He is an avid New York Yankee fan and has an almost unhealthy love for the Oakland Raiders. In his spare time, Mike enjoys reading and brewing his own beer. He is also currently pursuing a degree in Philosophy.