Meet the caring veterinarian and staff at Veterinary Services of Westwood.
At Veterinary Services of Westwood (VSW), our responsive and compassionate veterinarian and staff take keeping your pet healthy personally.
Every member of our highly-trained and experienced staff shares a commitment to continuous professional development in order to stay on top of the latest treatment plans, procedures, and veterinary medicine.
All of our staff have pets of their own and can truly appreciate the importance of providing loving care to the special animals in their lives—and in yours! Visit our family photos page to see some of our fuzzy and furry clients.
Learn more about our services and call 781.686.9337 for an appointment!
“We want your pets to receive the best preventive care to keep them healthy. And we want you—the pet owner—to receive outstanding customer service with compassion and respect.” – Dr. Carolyn Thorne, practice owner and veterinarian
The VSW Animal Care Team
Dr. Carolyn Thorne
Veterinarian Dr. Carolyn Thorne, hugging star patient and rescue pup Rikki.
Number of years practicing: 20+ years
Education:
Dr. Thorne earned her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Florida and a Bachelor of Science in Biology at American University.
Pets:
3 rescued dogs – Bianca, Rikki, and Calvin
3 adopted cats – Whiskers, Hoppy, and Sparrow
Dr. Carolyn Thorne has focused on keeping animals with a wide range of personalities, ages, and medical issues healthy and happy for nearly 20 years. She strongly believes in the benefits of personalized care and opened her state-of-the-art veterinary clinic with your pet’s comfort and providing excellent medical care in mind. Read more....
lisa whiting, clinic manager
Clinic Manager Lisa Whiting with best dog pal Boston.
Number of years working with animals: 18+ years
Education: Lisa earned a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst where she also minored in Psychology.
Pets:
1 dog – Boston
2 cats – Harold and Maude
Lisa's commitment to animal health, providing top-notch customer service, and caring for patients as if they were her own helps VSW keep your pet happy and healthy. Read more. . .
Megan, Veterinary Technician
Vet Tech Megan with frequent cuddler, Hoppy -- a frequent visitor to VSW.
Number of years working with animals: 11+ years
Pets:
1 dog – a Yorkie named Leroy
Megan’s friendly personality, love for animals, and her caring nature make her a great fit for VSW and your pet. Although Megan has only been working in veterinary clinics for six years, she has experience working in a kennel and grew up around animals and riding horses.
Nothing gives Megan more satisfaction than seeing healthy patients stay well and helping sick patients get better.
cassie, receptionist
Cassie with her sweet boy, J.J.
Number of years working with animals: 3 years
Pets:
1 dog – J.J., who is a patient here at the clinic!
Cassie graduated from UMass Amherst in May of 2020. She has always loved all animals and spends a lot of time watching Animal Planet, especially Dr. Pol. Cassie and her family rescued J.J. from Texas a few years ago.
Cassie is friendly and caring. She says she enjoys “working at VSW because I love seeing everyone’s adorable animals and helping the pets live their happiest and healthiest lives.”
JEN, certified Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist
Jen with Moxie and Mittens :)
Pets:
1 dog - Moxie the Corgi
1 cat – Mittens the polydactyl cat
Jen received her Bachelor’s degree from Assumption College, majoring in History with a minor in Spanish and a concentration in secondary education. She earned her Master’s in Education from the University of Massachusetts.
After 20 years in the education field, it was time for a change. Jen put her life long love of animals into practice and became a Certified Veterinary Assistant. Although she is new to the field of veterinary medicine, she has volunteered with various animal organizations and has personal experience with pets including fish, hamsters, rabbits, cats and dogs. After having completed an externship at Veterinary Services of Westwood earlier in 2020, she is very excited to continue to learn and help care for animals as part of the team at VSW.
Outside of work Jen enjoys spending time with her family, reading and beachcombing.