Dr. Brian D. Howard completed his undergraduate studies at Stony Brook University, majoring in biology with a minor in business. While earning his doctorate, he received a large animal surgery award and graduated from Ross University in 1992. After completing his clinical rotation at Oklahoma State University, Dr. Howard returned to Long Island and realized his dream of opening his own practice. Eastport Animal Hospital was founded in 1998. The hospital relocated from Eastport to East Moriches in 2008. Dr. Howard was recognized by the House of Representatives for his commitment in serving at Ground Zero. He has an interest in vexillology and spends his leisure time fishing and boating [citation][4].