At the Veterinary Heart Institute, we pride ourselves on our team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals. Leading the team is Dr. Augusta Pelosi, a board-certified veterinary cardiologist and surgeon, who brings a wealth of experience and a passion for providing exceptional cardiac care. Alongside Dr. Pelosi, our team includes William Lord Lim, receptionist, Samantha Wagner, EVI Coordinator; Erika Pond, VHI assistant strategic planning and certified veterinary nurse, Marie Fernanda Costa, registered cardiac sonographer; Anthony Puccio, veterinary echocardiographer and cardiology nurse.
Each member of our team is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to every patient, ensuring your pets receive the best possible treatment.

 

Dr. Augusta Pelosi

 

VHI OFFICER
THE LEADER OF THE PACK

 

POSITION

Board Certified Veterinary Cardiologist (Dipl. ACVIM- Cardiology)
Veterinary Surgeon (Dipl. ACVS)

HOBBIES

Yoga, spending time with family and friends, golf, reading, running, traveling, learning languages

 

Samantha Wagner

 

VHI OFFICER
LEVEL 1 CLEARANCE

 

POSITION

Team Coordinator

HOBBIES

Hiking, biking, Kayaking, spending time with friends, family and her pets

 

Marie Fernanda Costa

 

VHI OFFICER
LEVEL 1 CLEARANCE

 

POSITION

RCS Registered Cardiac Sonographer

HOBBIES

Travel, saving lives, photography

 

Anthony Puccio

 

VHI OFFICER
LEVEL 1 CLEARANCE

 

POSITION

Veterinary Echocardiographer
Veterinary Cardiology Nurse

HOBBIES

Traveling, studying wildlife, and extreme sports activities. I also love trying new food!

 

Erika Pond

 

VHI OFFICER
LEVEL 1 CLEARANCE

 

POSITION

Certified Veterinary Technician

HOBBIES

Hiking, Disc Golf, Reading, Camping, Snorkeling/Scuba Diving