To our valued clients and patients,
We would like to take this time to introduce our new Veterinarian and Owner of Patterson Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Hannah Minch!
Dr. Hannah Minch (previously Mercurio) was born in Kilmarnock, VA but grew up in Wilmington, DE, and attended the University of Delaware for undergraduate studies.
She graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. During veterinary school she published a research study on piglet behavior, was the recipient of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation Grant for advancing animal welfare for her work with sea turtles, in addition to other projects and volunteer work in addition to her studies.
After graduation Dr. Minch completed a rigorous year-long emergency and general practice internship at Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, DC. After that she accepted a position as a clinical instructor at the Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine, teaching veterinary students in their clinical year of general practice and dentistry. After her time in Ohio, she went on to serve as medical director at 2 private practices on Long Island as well as practicing full time in small animal medicine and dentistry.
When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her children and her little rescue dog. Her special interests in veterinary medicine include behavior and dentistry, but she enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine.
But don’t fret! Dr. Bayer will still be here Wednesday through Friday for the time being. He is excited for the new change that will be taking place here at Patterson, while also being able to enjoy his well-deserved retirement time.
Sincerely,
Dr. Hannah Minch, Dr. Jerry Bayer, and the staff at Patterson Veterinary Hospital
Patterson Veterinary Hospital
12491 Patterson Ave
Richmond, VA 23238
(804) 784-5758