About Us
At Brooklyn Roots Veterinary Hospital, our mission is to provide the highest standards of veterinary care that we would expect for our own animals. We believe that exceptional care requires more than just what we learned in school. Our team is committed to listening to and considering the varied needs of our patients and their families. We strive to create a caring environment that fosters trust, support, and a team approach.
Our hospital is dedicated to offering a wide range of treatments, procedures, and medical services. We provide case-by-case emergency care and walk-in services, ensuring that your pet receives immediate attention when needed. Our state-of-the-art facilities include on-site digital x-ray and ultrasound capabilities, as well as ICU and anesthesia patient-monitoring equipment. We also offer oxygen therapy, chronic and acute medical case management, and a variety of surgical services including soft tissue and orthopedic surgery.
In addition to our medical services, we provide comprehensive dental care with both anesthetic and non-anesthetic options. Our in-house laboratory testing offers same-day results, and we also have comprehensive Reference Lab testing capabilities. Our experienced and caring staff, including Dr. Rebecca Stronger, Dr. Timothy Anderson, Dr. Megan Lantner, and others, are dedicated to providing the best possible care for your pets.
We are committed to creating a practice that acknowledges our roles as professionals in our communities. Located in Brooklyn’s Gowanus neighborhood, we strive to be conscious and caring neighbors both locally and globally. Our goal is to make a difference in the lives of animals and their families by providing exceptional veterinary care in an environment where everyone feels truly cared for.
We are proud of our team's diverse backgrounds and experiences, which bring a unique perspective to our practice. From Dr. Stronger's extensive experience in Referral Center Emergency/Critical Care Medicine to Dr. Anderson's background in Emergency/Critical Care Medicine and Surgery, each member of our team is passionate about delivering high-quality care. Our commitment to client education ensures that you are informed and involved in your pet's treatment plan.
At Brooklyn Roots Veterinary Hospital, we believe that every pet deserves the best possible care. We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment for both our patients and their families. We look forward to serving you and your beloved pets.
Our Team
- Dr. Rebecca Stronger, D.V.M.: Dr. Stronger graduated from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. She has extensive experience in Referral Center Emergency/Critical Care Medicine and General Practice. She is passionate about veterinary anesthesia and thrives in the kind of work that feels most like saving lives. Dr. Stronger was born and raised in Brooklyn and is fiercely loyal to her friends, family, and patients. She believes that client education is just as important as the medicine she practices.
- Dr. Timothy Anderson, D.V.M., M.S.: Dr. Anderson has been a member of the BRVH team since 2021. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001 and completed internships at the Animal Medical Center in NYC and a Surgical Internship in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Anderson has a background in Emergency/Critical Care Medicine and Surgery, and he is now dedicated to General Practice. He is a true animal lover and is passionate about providing the best possible care for his patients.
- Carmen Canton, A.A.S.: Carmen performs non-anesthetic dental cleanings at Brooklyn Roots. She was born and raised among many animals in Managua, Nicaragua. At age 19, she moved to Miami, FL, and began working at a nearby veterinary hospital. Her experience there inspired her to pursue her Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology at CUNY in NYC. Carmen takes pride in providing safe, preventative health services to pets.
- Lisett Lamour, L.V.T., B.S.: Lisett has been working in the animal field since she was 16 years old. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from The City College of New York and then pursued her Veterinary Technician degree. Lisett’s areas of special interest include dentistry and anesthesia, but her true forte is the gentle and expert nursing care of all creatures.
- Dr. Megan Lantner, D.V.M.: Dr. Lantner is excited to be part of the Brooklyn Roots Veterinary Hospital team. She graduated from The University of Wisconsin College of Veterinary Medicine in 2016 and completed a small animal rotating internship in NYC in 2017. Dr. Lantner has practiced in both Baltimore (her hometown) and New York City. Her passion for caring for animals developed early on in life, and she spent much of her childhood volunteering at her local animal shelter and fostering homeless cats and kittens. She is glad to be able to spend her days making a difference in animal’s lives, with a special interest in Internal Medicine.
Join Our Team
We currently have two positions open and are looking for experienced L.V.T.s, Licensed Eligible L.V.T.s, and Assistants. We pride ourselves on our friendly work environment and the excellent medicine and surgery that we practice, together, as a team. If you have experience in the field and enjoy working as a well-compensated, responsible member of an amazing team, please send us a Letter of Interest and your Resume via email. We look forward to welcoming new members to our dedicated team.