Eastside Veterinary Clinic
Our Staff
Veterinarians
Dr. Peter Cournoyer (Practice Owner)
Education: Boston College, Tufts University
30 years in practice
Dr. Cournoyer graduated from Boston College in 1984 and Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1989. He opened this practice in 2000 and especially enjoys primary care and surgery. He is married with three children and enjoys the family pets; two dogs and four chickens..
Dr. Jessica Murphy
12 years in practice
Education: Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
Originally from Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Jessica Glatzer-Murphy (Dr. Murphy) received an undergraduate degree in environmental studies from the University of Vermont, and a master's degree in environmental science from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She then worked for several years in non-profit animal and environmental protection organizations before deciding that veterinary medicine was her true calling. Dr. Murphy obtained her DVM from Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. Prior to joining the staff at Eastside, Dr. Murphy worked as a general practitioner in Rhode Island since 2007.
Professionally, Dr. Murphy enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, with a special interest in preventative care, internal medicine and pain management. When not working, Dr. Murphy loves spending time with her family and friends, traveling, exercising, and enjoying the great restaurants in Providence. Dr. Murphy currently lives in Providence with her husband, two children, Lucas and Julia, her two rescue Shi-Tzus named Rosie and Chloe , and her two cats named George and Louie.
Professionally, Dr. Murphy enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, with a special interest in preventative care, internal medicine and pain management. When not working, Dr. Murphy loves spending time with her family and friends, traveling, exercising, and enjoying the great restaurants in Providence. Dr. Murphy currently lives in Providence with her husband, two children, Lucas and Julia, her two rescue Shi-Tzus named Rosie and Chloe , and her two cats named George and Louie.
Dr. Lori Schneider
Education: Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine
14 years in practice
Dr. Lori Schneider graduated from Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine in 2005. An Iowa native, she likes living in and experiencing Rhode Island. She spent nine years at our sister clinic in East Providence before joining our Providence clinic.
While she enjoys all aspect of practice, she especially likes getting to know clients and their furry family members. She shares her home with a dog Ivan, 2 cats Phoebe and Pauline, numerous fish as well as her husband, two young sons and a daughter.
While she enjoys all aspect of practice, she especially likes getting to know clients and their furry family members. She shares her home with a dog Ivan, 2 cats Phoebe and Pauline, numerous fish as well as her husband, two young sons and a daughter.
Dr. Dina Scotto
Education: Kansas State University
11 years in practice
Dr. Scotto, is a native Rhode Islander, received her Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from Kansas State University. She has practiced veterinary medicine in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Her special interests include General Practice, Preventative Care, Internal Medicine and Small Mammals. She also has a part time mobile farm animal practice. She lives with her partner and their four legged family of Lucy, a beagle mix and cats: Maddy, Oliver, Abby and Hope. When not working Dr. Scotto enjoys being outdoors, hiking or cross country skiing.
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Staff Members
Jamie Sprengel
Office Manager
Education: University of Rhode Island
Jamie is originally from New Jersey, but after graduating from URI with a degree in Pre-Vet Medicine she has been living in RI. She lives with her Corgi named "Chubbs" and several cats. She enjoys working here and looks forward to seeing you and your four-legged pets!
Kathy Cooke
Veterinary Assitant
Kathy lives in Rehoboth with her husband, Shelties and Kitties. She has worked in the Veterinary field since 1982 and enjoys the many clients and their furry "Kids".
Kim Narciso
Veterinary Assistant
5 years in practice
Education: New England Institute of Technology
Veterinary Assistant
5 years in practice
Education: New England Institute of Technology
Kim, from Providence recently graduated from New England Institute of Technology with a degree in Veterinary Technology. She started as an intern and worked her way up to a full time technician. She lives with her furry feline Bella. Kim is pictured here with one of her favorite bulldogs Ruby Ricci. She's excited to meet you and your four legged family members!
Jessica Ducharme
Veterinary Assistant
3 years in practice
Education: New England Institute of Technology
Veterinary Assistant
3 years in practice
Education: New England Institute of Technology
Jessica graduated from New England Institute of Technology on September 2016 with a degree in Veterinary Technology. She first started with us as an intern but eventually worked her way up to a full-time position shortly after finishing school. She currently lives at home with her furry companions, her 8 year old boxer, Bella and her 11 month old kitten, Phoenix who she recently adopted from Providence Animal Shelter in November 2017. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming, reading books and horseback riding. She's always had a passion for helping animals since she was a little child and is excited to meet all your furry family members!
Adaly Villa
Certified Veterinary Technician
Adaly graduated from New England Institute of Technology in October of 2017 with a degree in Veterinary Technology. She has a special interest in pocket pets. Earlier this year, she became a Certified Veterinary Technician. She lives in Providence with her Pitbull Mix named "Marla", Rabbits named "Potato" and "Rex", and Chinchillas named "Bruno" and "Lilly".
Sarah Chaney
Certified Veterinary Technician
Education: University of Rhode Island and New England Institute of Technology
Sarah graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 2016 with a double Major in Animal Science and Wildlife Conservation Biology. She then went on to obtain her degree in Veterinary Technology from New England Institute of Technology. While working at this Clinic, Sarah became a Certified Veterinary Technician. She currently lives at home with her English Foxhound Mix named "Weezy", Shih-Poo named "Nala", and two Rats named "Eloise" and "Eve".
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Kathryn Hegarty
Veterinary Assistant |
Katy joined our staff in June of 2018. She loves animals and has spent the past year researching Green Sea Turtles at the Universiti Malaysia Terrengganu in Kuala Terrengganu. She has a lovely Siamese cat named "Houdini" and is excited to meet your pets!
