Veterinarian in
Acton, MA

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.

Practice Manager

Christine grew up in Seattle, WA, and has been in Massachusetts since 2017. She has a bachelor’s degree in Economics and German from the University of Washington in Seattle.

After college, she went to work at a specialty animal retail store. This inspired her to continue her passion for working with animals which eventually led her to the veterinary field. She spent several years supporting clients with very ill beloved family pets in an emergency practice setting. She loves being a welcoming presence in the hospital. She spent the last year and a half working at Central Animal Hospital in Stoneham. She is excited to get to know all of the clients and patients at Great Road!

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their rescue kitty, Miso, as well as reading, spending time outdoors, exploring the city, and discovering all the best local restaurants.

Technician Supervisor

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

I have always had a passion for animals. In August 2019, I began working as a receptionist at an emergency and specialty hospital in Yonkers, New York. When I moved back to Massachusetts, I continued my career at another emergency and specialty hospital and a general practice clinic. I am excited to join this team at Great Road Vet Hospital and further my career. I plan on continuing my education and becoming a certified technician. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, playing with my dog Max, dancing, and watching the Bruins.

Client Services Representative

Leo comes to NEVP with six years of experience in veterinary medicine, both in general practice and specialty. He is passionate about following advances in nutrition and oncology and enjoys supporting pets as they come out of surgery and need a little extra love. Leo lives with his wife and two cats, Phoebus and Fitzroy, and when not working, loves video games, crocheting, hiking, and watching Vegas Golden Knights hockey.

Lindsey comes to Great Road Vet Hospital with eight years of professional dog training experience. She has worked with dogs of all shapes, sizes and temperaments. Lindsey has always had an interest veterinary medicine, and is excited to broaden her knowledge with the amazing team at Great Road Veterinary Hospital and provide the best customer service to every client that walks in our doors!

When she isn’t working, you can find Lindsey spending time with her significant other training and competing in obedience and protection sports with their four personal dogs: Bean, Boba Fett, Bones and Volt. Lindsey looks forward to welcoming all of Great Road’s clients and patients!