VCA Cornerstone Animal Hospital

Veterinarians

We invite you to explore the biographies of our doctors and learn more about them. Our doctors have a wide variety of backgrounds and interests.

  • Melanie Falato

    Medical Director
    Veterinary School: Ohio State University

    Dr. Melanie Falato’s commitment to caring for pets in a compassionate and quality practice led her to join VCA Cornerstone Animal Hospital in Cary, North Carolina. Her veterinary interests include cardiology, ...
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  • Quentin Hodges

    Associate Veterinarian
    Veterinary School: North Carolina State University

    Doctor Quentin Hodges grew up on a farm in rural North Carolina and spent his whole life around animals.  He earned his Bachelor's degree in Animal Science and Biological Sciences before attending  ...
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  • Sonja Szymeczek

    Associate Veterinarian
    Board Certification: DACVS
    Veterinary School: North Carolina State University

    Dr. Sonja Szymeczek is a licensed veterinarian who has obtained membership in the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.

    After Dr Sonja received her DVM, she continued her training with ...
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Specialty Care

Sometimes sick or injured pets need the care of a veterinary medical specialist. When that happens, VCA specialty hospitals work closely with the general practitioner veterinarians who refer cases to us in order to provide seamless veterinary care to your pet. When your pet is facing any kind of serious illness or injury, our specialty referral hospitals will provide the compassionate and expert care your beloved pet needs.

Our goal is to make sure that when you and your pet are in need that you have access to board certified specialists who are up to date on the very latest developments in their field. In our state of the art hospitals, our specialists also have access to the most sophisticated diagnostic and treatment tools and techniques from ultrasonography and endoscopy to CAT scans and even MRI.

We have over 40 specialty hospitals across the US so there may be one near you. Our specialized services include: behavior, cardiology, critical care, dentistry, dermatology, integrative medicine, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, radiology, rehabilitation, reproduction, and surgery.

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Emergency Care

In case of emergency, please call us immediately. If it is after hours, check with a local animal hospital emergency clinic.

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