Staff

In order: Rudy, Hendrix, Mabel, Hoover Dyson, Hank, and Oz Rudy, a mixed breed, is known for his cute nose and snout that aren’t quite centered. We think this makes him all the more perfect! Rudy is always happy and smiling, showing off his “candy-corn tooth!” Rudy’s personality is described as sweet, energetic, and silly!…

Dr. Jamieson Nichols (and her dog, Mabel) joined the District Vet Brookland team in 2022. She earned her veterinary degree from St. George’s University in 2005. Her post-grad training includes a rotating internship at the University of Minnesota, a private neurology internship in Tucson, AZ, and a Master’s degree in shelter medicine at Purdue University….

Calvin samples each and every treat to ensure the highest quality for all of our patients. He may be found sniffing, begging, and giving sad puppy eyes to clients at our Eastern Market location. Do not be fooled by his pouting— he is well-fed!

Dr. Yuri Lee was born in Busan, South Korea. She then spent the rest of her childhood in the DFW area in Texas. She received her undergraduate degree from Cornell University and later graduated from Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2024. She also received a Shelter Medicine Certificate during her time at…

Dr. Shakuntala (Shak) Makhijani was born and raised in Maryland. She received her undergraduate degree from Georgetown University and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California, Davis. She went on to complete an internship in shelter medicine at the University of Wisconsin, with emphases on surgery and access to affordable veterinary care….

Dr. Linsey Jordan has lived in Tennessee for most of her life. She received a degree in Biology, with minors in Chemistry and Communications from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville. She graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine with her Doctorate. She has a passion for shelter medicine and rescue work. When…

Dr. Madison Tonic grew up in rural southern Maryland where she fostered her love for animals through horseback riding and volunteering at animal shelters. She then went on the earn her B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Florida. Following moving back up north, she graduated with her DVM from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College…

Dr. Michaella Hayes is originally from St. Petersburg, Florida. She attended the University of Florida (go Gators!) for undergrad, and attended the University of Illinois for veterinary school. Her medical interests include dentistry and soft tissue surgery. Dr. Hayes is located at our Eastern Market location. Dr. Hayes has a three-legged dog named Hank, and…

Dr. Thomas Landes-Galligó earned his B.S. in Biochemistry from SUNY Binghamton in scenic upstate New York. He stayed in the state to earn his veterinary degree at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine with a focus in small animals and exotics. Tommy was involved in various clubs at school as he was the President of…

Dr. Hannah Warshawsky hails from Silver Spring, MD. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland in College Park (Go Terps!). She then attended the University of Pennsylvania for vet school, graduating in 2022. After graduation, she completed a rotating internship in specialty and emergency at a hospital in the DC area. Dr….