Founder Dr. Joe Zulty of Baltimore, Maryland
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
Dr. Glenn Yovino too is a graduate of The Ohio State University, in fact the classmate of Dr. Joe Zulty. Following a 30 year career as owner of a progressive general practice in his coastal Maine, he now practices at his leisure yet remains an important asset to GeoVets as a skilled surgeon, a patient teacher, and a good friend with much advice.
Head Technician Miranda Worthington of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Incredibly motivated, great teacher, and needed on every trip! Miranda has worked in shelter medicine, general practice, internal medicine, critical care, and veterinary dialysis. After teaching new technicians for 2 years at Harcum College where she obtained her RVT license, she has settled in southern New Jersey where now she works for a pet insurance company. She has been on many GeoVets campaigns, and is considered invaluable.
Dr. Ann Bittaker of Loomis, California
Dr. Ann Bittaker is yet another graduate of The Ohio State University, and is the classmate of Drs. Yovino and Joe Zulty. She, too, brings incredible experience as a practice owner, surgeon, and teacher, with board certification in ABVP (Canine/Feline). She now resides in Florida with husband Joe, away from the busy life of a practitioner but ready to join GeoVets in its efforts to bring some help to communities and their pets in need.
Dr. Elianne of St. Petersburg, Florida
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
Dr. David Kovalik is a graduate of The Ohio State University. Formerly an emergency veterinarian, a small animal practice owner, and a shelter veterinarian, now residing in Alexandria, Virginia, he brings to GeoVets valuable experiences as a surgeon and practitioner with unending charm, wit, and knowledge. He has committed himself to many local Baltimore clinics including work at the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, while still joining GeoVets with his wife Barb on overseas campaigns.
Dr. Mary Zulty of Baltimore, Maryland
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
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
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
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
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