Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Kelman graduated from Clark University with a degree in biology before completing his master’s degree at the University of Massachusetts Lowell with a degree in microbiology in 1984. He worked for 5 years at the Channing Laboratory, researching bacterial infectious diseases before co-founding the Immucell Corporation, which conducts human and veterinary diagnostic and therapeutic product research. He graduated from Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine in 1995 before starting as a Veterinarian at Apple Country Animal Hospital in Stow, MA. Dr. Kelman purchased Great Road Veterinary Hospital in April 2001.
Dr. Kelman’s interest in animals started during middle school while milking and haying for Fairlawn Farm in Wallingford, CT. Dr. Kelman has maintained an interest in farms, doing occasional farm calls and volunteering on the Codman Farm Board in his hometown of Lincoln, MA. He is also on the Public Health and Infectious Disease Committee of the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association and volunteers as a mentor at the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine.
In his limited free time, Dr. Kelman loves fly-fishing, cooking, cycling, and splitting wood. He lives in Lincoln with his wife, Pam, and three daughters, Alison, Elizabeth, and Emily, their Golden Retrievers, Isabel and Henry, and a cat named Mouse.
VMD
Jennifer Wu, VMD, graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006. She worked at a mixed animal practice on the New Hampshire Seacoast before moving to an exclusively small animal practice in Massachusetts. She has three children in elementary and middle school. She enjoys kayaking, reading, bicycling, and hiking.
DVM
Dr. DeMarco is a native Texan but has lived in New England since earning her B.S. in Biology from Trinity College in Hartford, CT.
She then went on the earn her medical degree from Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine.
For the past 20 years, she has been treating dogs and cats as a general practitioner in private practice and is experienced in everything from preventive medicine to general surgery.
When she is not working, she enjoys being active at the gym or running and traveling with her husband and two children. She currently has two fur babies, Biscuit and Gravy.
Practice Manager
Kristina began her career following graduating from UMass Amherst with a Bachelor’s in Animal Science. Since then, she has worked up the ladder from being a Technician Assistant to Technician Supervisor. She has worked in Emergency and Surgery Veterinary Settings. Kristina has worked with Large animals, small, exotic, and aquatic! Using the knowledge she gained during these adventures, she earned her CVT License in 2020.
In her spare time, you can find Kristina cooking, baking, or hanging out with her longtime partner Keith. Kristina’s favorite place to visit is Diana’s Baths in Bartlett, NH. Everyone has to have a favorite breed to work with, and Kristina is no exception, as she is drawn to Beagles and Pit Bulls (Bonus points if they are grey and blockheaded)
Veterinary Technician
Donna joined GRVH in February 2018, bringing with her over 25 years of experience in the animal care field. She has worked in general practice, emergency medicine, as well as in specialty (dermatology) medicine. Donna has a B.S. in Zoology, along with double minors in Fisheries/Wildlife Biology and Psychology.
Donna lives in Westford with her husband, Todd, and three daughters, Rebecca, Alexa, and Elizabeth. She has two 8-year-old sibling cats named “Cookie” and “Cinnamon” (rescued at 2 weeks of age after their mother died), a 4-year-old male Dutch rabbit named “Jellybean” as well as a small freshwater fish tank with a variety of inhabitants (Beta fish, tiger barb, snail, neon tetra). The family is still mourning the loss of their 12-year-old Golden Retriever, “Champ”.
In her free time, Donna enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, traveling to Niagara Falls in Canada, as well as going to the beach or amusement park.
Veterinary Technician
Dae joined the Great Road team in October of 2024 after working as a veterinary technician at another clinic for the past three years. Dae is currently completing her associates degree to become a CVT. One of Dae’s passions is promoting the human and animal bond between our clients and patients. Outside of work, Dae works as a professional musician and takes care of her four special needs pets. Dae also likes to knit, read, and spend time with her husband. Dae enjoys making our patients feel safe and comfortable when in our hospital and is looking forward to building relationships with all of our clients.
Technician Assistant
Jessica graduated from Northeastern University in 2024 majoring in Biology with a minor in Philosophy. She is currently pursuing a graduate certificate in Biotechnology with aspirations to attend a DVM program in the future.
Outside of work and school, she is an avid ballroom dancer with the Northeastern University Ballroom Dance Club. She competes with her partner in all 19 styles but particularly loves Jive and Tango.
Jessica is incredibly excited to grow her experience in the veterinary field and connect with the clients and patients of Great Road.
CSR supervisor
Emma started her career in veterinary medicine as a front desk receptionist in 2020. Once she graduated from college with a biology degree in 2022, she decided to grow and develop her career in veterinary management, where she eventually ended up becoming a supervisor with Great Road. She has a passion for customer service and loves being a welcoming presence in the hospital. In her spare time, Emma loves to spend time with her significant other, family, and friends. In her spare time, Emma can also be found talking about Disney, planning her next Disney trips, and making jewelry as part of her Disney-inspired small business. She looks forward to meeting all of the clients and patients!
Client Service Representative
Danielle is new to veterinary medicine but has always loved animals and has a passion for learning and helping others.
In her free time, you can find her spending time with her friends and family, and her two cats Cocoa & Charlotte. During the warmer months, Danielle loves to stay active outside going for walks, spending as much time at the beach as possible, and relaxing by the pool.
Danielle is excited to get to know all of our clients and patients!
Client Service Representative/Technician Assistant
Since Bella was a kid, she has always loved animals. In 2024, Bella transitioned her career path from criminal justice to veterinary medicine so she could take her love for animals and turn that into a passion for patient care. Bella is currently completing a course in veterinary technology to expand her knowledge of veterinary medicine. Bella is passionate about providing the best care to all of our clients and patients. Outside of work, Bella enjoys spending time at the beach or anywhere outdoors and going on fun adventures with friends and family. She looks forward to working with all of our clients and patients!