OUR TEAM

Nuestro Equipo

Founder Dr. Joe Zulty of Baltimore, Maryland

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Following many years of running a busy multi-doctor, small animal practice and with 5 years of experience as a field service veterinarian for the well recognized and respected organization of World Vets, GeoVeterinary International was founded.  As its director, Dr. Zulty continues to be excited and committed to making a difference in the world of veterinary medicine, not only for those in foreign places but in his home town of Baltimore, where GeoVeterinary International has become a partner of the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS).  He currently maintains the position as Chief Medical Officer at Essex Middle River Veterinary Center, and he is a proud 1988 graduate of The Ohio State University

Dr. Glenn Yovino of Tenants Harbor, Maine

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He also runs a busy practice but finds time to give back not only locally in his town but in faraway places. As a skilled surgeon, a patient teacher, and a friend of many years, GeoVeterinary International has a true asset.

 

Head Technician Miranda Worthington of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Incredibly motivated, great teacher, and needed on every trip! Nurse Practitioner Miranda who runs the extracorporeal therapy department at a specialty veterinary hospital in Washington D.C. has accompanied GeoVets on many trips. Her experience in the field of veterinary medicine and her compassion are palpable.

 

Dr. Ann Bittaker of Loomis, California

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She, too, brings incredible experience as a practice owner, surgeon, and teacher. With her board certification in ABVP (Canine/Feline), Dr. Ann gives GeoVeterinary International that added expertise ​to face the challenges ahead.

 

Dr. Elianne Mimoun of St. Petersburg, Florida

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Dr. Elianne Mimoun is a former colleague of Dr. Zulty's in Baltimore.  After selling her practice in 2021, she moved to St. Petersburg, Florida, where she founded The Veterkin Society - a virtual platform that helps veterinarians care for their own pets and those of loved ones.  She is a graduate of Ross University, with much surgical expertise, was part of our teaching team in Cambodia & Peru,  and looks forward to more global work. 

 

Dr. David Kovalik of Alexandria, Virginia

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Dr. Kovalik is a graduate of The Ohio State University. Formerly an emergency veterinarian, a small animal practice owner, and a shelter veterinarian, Dr. Kovalik brings to GeoVets valuable experiences as a surgeon.  A volunteer on campaigns to the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and Peru with Dr. Joe Zulty, he brings wit, charm, and hard work to the team.  

Dr. Mary Zulty of Baltimore, Maryland

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Dr. Mary Zulty is our medical physician of the group. She resides in Baltimore, Maryland where she is a Pulmonary and Critical Care Attending Physician at Union Memoral Hospital in Baltimore.  She has been on several GeoVets trips and enjoys working in several areas of our clinics; often leading the recovery team in post-op, in addition to providing human medicare care when needed.

Dr. Stacey Hicks of Huntington, WV

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Dr. Hicks is a graduate from The Ohio State University and resident of Batlimore, MD.  She is currently working as an emergency veterinarian at a number of local clinics.  She enjoys teaching and mentoring whenever possible.  Dr. Hicks is excited for future adventures and teaching opportunities with GeoVets. 

Dr. Jim Zulty of Jarrettsville, Maryland

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Dr. Jim Zulty is our pharmacist and has become a pivotal assistant in the operation and planning of GeoVets clinics. He resides in Jarrettsville, Maryland. He, like his twin brother Joe, is compassionate about animals and their well-being. He remains full-time as a lead pharmacist at the Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore

 

Dr. Heather Preston of Baltimore, Maryland

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Dr. Preston is also a proud graduate of The Ohio State University, and currently resides in Baltimore, MD. She previously worked alongside Dr. Joe Zulty for many years at the same hospital and now works in emergency medicine at an urgent care practice. She loves to travel and looks forward to future GeoVet trips.  Dr. Preston is our cat person. 

Dr. Colleen Zulty of Jarrettsville, Maryland

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Dr. Colleen Zulty is our newest and youngest board member, a graduate of the University of Glasgow with experience in emergency and general practice.  Following a recent job in shelter medicine in Charlotte, NC, she has joined her uncle at staff veterinarian at Essex Middle River Veterinary Center in Baltimore.   She has been on several GeoVets trips with Peru being her favorite.  She credits GeoVets with helping her become a better surgeon and well-rounded doctor.

OVERSEAS Colleagues:

Dominican Republic: Judy Liggio, Dra. Giselle Santos Diaz

Peru: Dra. Carmen Caceres Cabezas, Petra and Ulises

Cambodia: Dr. Chamnan Nou, Tina Mayr

Nicaragua: Dr. Lester Tapia of AproVet and Erin Niles

At GeoVeterinary International, Inc. we are working to help improve the well-being of an animal throughout the streets and pueblos of the world, but we need your generosity. Please join us in our cause and donate now. En GeoVeterinary International, Inc. estamos trabajando para mejorar el bienestar de los animales callejeros y de diferentes pueblos, pero necesitamos de su generosidad. ¡Por favor únase a nuestra causa y done ahora! ¡Recuerde que cada granito de arena cuenta!

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