Veterinarians

Brianna Backlund, DVM, DACVIM

Brianna Backlund, DVM, DACVIM, completed her residency in small animal internal medicine at Texas A & M University College of Veterinary Medicine and her internship at Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. Originally hailing from Anacortes, Washington, Dr. Backlund received her DVM degree from Washington State University in 2006. Prior to joining ACCES in 2012, she worked in private practice at a large referral hospital in Connecticut.

Dr. Backlund is available for consultation and management  of patients with complex problems such as immune mediated diseases, endocrine problems and hepatic diseases. She is a skilled endoscopist and provides bronchoscopy, rhinoscopy, and endoscopy services at our Seattle location. Dr. Backlund’s interests in internal medicine include a focus on infectious and immune mediated disorders such as immune mediated hemolytic anemia, immune mediated thromocytopenia, and immune mediated polyarthritis.

Beth B. Davidow, DVM, DACVECC

Beth Davidow, DVM, DACVECC, is one of ACCES’ owners and is the medical director for both hospitals (Seattle and Renton). Dr. Davidow graduated from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine after which she completed her residency at Dove Lewis Emergency Hospital in Portland, Oregon. Following completion of her residence, she worked several years at an Animal Emergency and Referral Center in Lynnwood.

In 2002, Dr. Davidow achieved Diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. Prior to launching ACCES in 2003 In addition to her work at ACCES, Dr. Davidow consults for VIN (the Veterinary Information Network), is on the board of Washington Poison Control, and is an adjunct assistant professor at Washington State University.

Dr. Davidow has a strong interest in transfusion medicine, immune mediated blood diseases, toxicology, and emergency medicine for exotic pets.

Mary Ellen Finley, DVM

Mary Ellen Finley, DVM, is a graduate the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences at Colorado State University. Following graduation, Dr. Finley completed a small animal rotating internship at Oregon State University. After moving to the Seattle area, she worked at an animal emergency hospital for four years prior to joining ACCES in 2012. Dr. Finley has special interests in emergency surgery, pain control and wound care. She shares her home with her husband Jim, and three adopted mixed breed dogs: Ani, Jake and Howie.

David Gill, DVM

David Gill, DVM, graduated from the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1987 and has since devoted his career to veterinary emergency medicine. Dr. Gill started at ACCES shortly after it opened in 2003 and has a part-ownership in the practice. He enjoys the challenging medical aspects of emergency medicine, the constantly changing focus from one patient to the next, and being able to help both suffering animals and their families. Dr. Gill also serves on the executive board of the Washington State Veterinary Medical Association. At home, he enjoys the company of one cat, two guinea pigs, 12 hens and three dogs; a Labrador, a Doberman mix and a Pitbull.

Beth Guerra, DVM

Beth Guerra, DVM, graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2001. After graduation, Dr. Guerra worked in a day practice in Chicago before moving to Seattle in 2003. She worked at the Alpine Emergency Hospital for four years before joining the ACCES staff in 2007. Dr. Guerra excels in treating trauma patients and is our resident expert on emergency medical and surgical treatment of exotics.

Pete Hetrick, DVM

Pete Hetrick, DVM, graduated first in his class from the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. Prior to joining ACCES in 2010, Dr. Hetrick had been practicing in the Puget Sound area at a day practice for three years. Dr. Hetrick has special interests in emergency surgery and internal medicine. At home, he has an Australian Shepherd named Sparks.

Julie March, DVM

Julie March, DVM, graduated from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. During her doctorate studies at Cornell, Dr. March traveled to India and Africa to study agriculture and public health in developing nations. After graduating, Dr. March completed a one-year rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Michigan Veterinary Specialists. Following her internship, she worked for a year at a general veterinary practice on the south island of New Zealand before returning to the states and joining ACCES in 2007. Dr. March’s special interests are in immunology, infectious diseases, oncology and emergency care.

Amanda McNabb, DVM

Amanda McNabb, DVM, graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. After graduation, Dr. McNabb completed a one-year small animal internship at Cornell University, followed by a one-year surgical internship at the same institution. Prior to joining ACCES in 2010, Dr. McNabb spent six years of working in veterinary emergency medicine as well as general practice in the Seattle area. Dr. McNabb’s special interests include HVMA Field Services work, providing veterinary support at spay/neuter clinics, and assisting with shelter medicine when needed. At home, she has various pets including one dog, two cats, snakes and some frogs. When she's not working with animals she spends her time as a local bicycle racer, with an avid interest in outdoor activities.

Patrick Miles, DVM

Patrick Miles, DVM, received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1999 and received dual degrees in Animal Sciences and Neurophysiology/Physiology from the University of Maryland in 1995. Prior to joining ACCES in 2006, Dr. Miles spent seven years at Alpine Animal Hospital. Dr. Miles has a strong interest in wound management, toxicology, emergency surgery and emergency uses of ultrasound.

Kristine Mortimer, DVM

Kristine Mortimer, DVM, is a graduate of the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Prior to joining ACCES in 2005, Dr. Mortimer was the medical director of a small-animal practice specializing in exotics. She appreciates the challenge of treating exotics, such as birds and small mammals on emergencies.

C. Alan Schreiner, DVM, DACVIM

C. Alan Schreiner, DVM, DACVIM, graduated from the Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 1994. After graduation, Dr. Schreiner completed a one-year internship at the Veterinary Institute of Trauma, Emergency, and Critical Care in Milwaukee in 1995; a residency in internal medicine at Iowa State University in 2001 and received his board certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine. Dr. Schreiner joined the ACCES medical team as a internal medicine specialist in 2010. Dr. Schreiner particularly enjoys cases involving gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal/urinary diseases, and cardiology. He enjoys the challenges presented by cases, which involve diagnostic and interventional endoscopies.

Anthony Tobias, BVSc PhD DACVIM

Anthony Tobias, BVSc, PhD, DACVIM, joined ACCES in 2012 after spending 10 years as an associate professor of cardiology at the Veterinary Clinical Services Department at the University of Minnesota. As an associate professor, Dr. Tobias was the recipient of numerous teaching awards including the Small Animal Clinical Sciences Excellence in Teaching Award, Class Teaching Award from the Sophomore Class for 2000 – 2001, and the Award for Curriculum Development and Revision. In addition to teaching in the veterinary curriculum, Dr. Tobias mentored residents and interns, provided care to clients in the Veterinary Medical Center and engaged in clinical and laboratory research. Prior to his tenure, Dr. Tobias completed his residency in cardiology at the University of California Davis and his PhD at Washington State University. He is the author of more than 30 journal articles in the field of veterinary cardiology and served on the editorial board of the journal of veterinary cardiology.

Jennifer Waldrop, DVM, DACVECC

Jennifer Waldrop, DVM, DACVECC, graduated from University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1998 followed by an internship at Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group of Ventura, California. She went on to complete a year of emergency practice in San Jose, California before pursuing her specialty. Dr. Waldrop completed a three-year emergency and critical care residency program at Tufts University in Massachusetts where she was board certified in 2003. Prior to joining ACCES in 2012, Dr. Waldrop was the assistant medical director and critical care specialist for the Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital in Woburn, Massachusetts.

Dr. Waldrop’s interests are varied but include hypoadrenal disorders, pediatrics and metabolic emergencies. She enjoys teaching and lectures at national conferences including IVECCS, Western Veterinary Conference, CVC Kansas City and the Pacific Veterinary Conference (2013).

Tamara Walker, DVM, DACVS

Tamara Walker, DVM, MS, DACVS, graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 1995 and completed her internship at Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario in 1996. Dr. Walker completed her surgical residency and Master's degree at Washington State University in 2001 followed by her board certification in small animal surgery in 2002. Dr. Walker worked in Victoria, B.C. in general practice for one year, worked as a clinical instructor at Washington State University for one year, and spent three years at a private referral surgical practice in Portland, Oregon before joining ACCES in 2006.

Danielle Wassink, DVM

Danielle Wassink, DVM, graduated from the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine followed by a one-year internship at the Animal Medical Center in New York. She has a special interest in pain management.

Jennifer Weh, DVM, DACVS

Jennifer Weh, DVM, DACVS graduated from Tufts University Cumming School of Veterinary Medicine and went on to complete a rotating small animal medicine and surgery internship at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. Finally, pursuing a love of surgery, Dr. Weh returned to Tufts University/Angell Animal Medical Center for a small animal surgical residency. She joined the ACCES team in 2010. Dr. Weh has a strong clinical interest in minimally invasive surgery, trauma, and fracture repair.

Erin West, DVM

Erin West, DVM, graduated from the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. Prior to joining ACCES in 2007, Dr. West practiced at Michigan Veterinary Specialists, focusing her time primarily on emergency care. She enjoys working in the fast-paced world of emergency veterinary care.

Akiko Westerhout, DVM

Akiko Westerhout, DVM, graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences at Colorado State University. After graduation, Dr. Westerhout completed a small-animal internship at Angell Memorial Hospital in Boston. Prior to joining ACCES in 2005, Dr. Westerhout practiced at a Seattle-area animal emergency center. Her interests include cardiology and internal medicine.