Mark Murray
DVM, Co-owner
Mark is originally from Texas but considers Vermont his adopted home. Originally he went to school to study physics and worked as an engineer for Lockheed-Martin in New Mexico and then IBM right here in Essex Junction, before finally going back to school to become a veterinarian.
Mark received his veterinary degree from Tufts University and completed an internship at Cornell University before becoming an emergency veterinarian in Cape Cod. He enjoys ice hockey, cycling, hiking, motorsports, or just basically 'fixing things'. His favorite aspect of veterinary medicine is surgery but enjoys the challenge of working with clients to solve all manner of ailments. Mark lives in Essex with his cat, Chela, and two hound puppies, Sadie and Lucy.
Simone Meertens
DVM, Co-owner
Dr. Meertens has been a member of the GMAH veterinary team since 2010 and in 2020 became co-owner of Green Mountain Animal Hospital. She was born in the Netherlands and graduated from Utrecht University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Before moving to the USA she worked as a small animal veterinarian in the Netherlands and the UK. She came to the USA in 2004 and practiced at a feline hospital in upstate NY, at a small animal hospital in Ithaca, NY and also in Lebanon, NH before finding her “home” here at GMAH. She is a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners, the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Vermont Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Meertens enjoys all aspects of canine and feline medicine and enjoys establishing lifelong relationships with her patients and clients. She enjoys running, hiking with her dogs and spending time with her family. Dr. Meertens lives in Burlington with her husband, 2 daughters and 3 mixed breed dogs- Speckles, Moe and Pip.
Adrienne Snider
DVM
Dr. Adrienne Snider was born and raised in Vermont. She studied Animal Science at the University of Vermont before attending veterinary school at Western University of Health Sciences in California.
Adrienne has been practicing small animal medicine since graduation and joined Green Mountain Animal Hospital in 2020. Outside of veterinary medicine, Adrienne may be found hiking, kayaking, baking, or trying to keep things alive in her garden.
Peggy Chang
DVM
Dr. Peggy Chang was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Human Biology at the University of Toronto before realizing her passion lay with four-legged species instead. Peggy continued her education at St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine, focusing on small animal medicine, and completed her clinical year at the University of Minnesota Veterinary School. Wanting a change of pace while staying close to home, Peggy moved to Vermont and joined Green Mountain Animal Hospital.
Peggy appreciates all aspects of veterinary medicine, but has developed special interest in preventative and internal medicine. Being Fear-Free Certified, Peggy aims to provide a positive experience for your pets during their appointment.
Outside of the clinic, Peggy enjoys exploring new places (preferably with her dog, Pepper), whether that be hiking trails, coffee shops, or trying new restaurants, among other adventures.
Kate Watkins
DVM
Dr. Kate Watkins is originally from the Midwest and is thrilled to call Vermont her new home! She received her bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences with honors at Purdue University and stayed on for her veterinary degree, graduating in May 2024. While in school, she explored all areas of veterinary medicine, including work with farm animals, horses, cats, dogs, and even owls!
Dr. Watkins is fear-free certified and enjoys primary care, with special interests in physical rehabilitation, pain management, and senior animal care. She enjoys building relationships with pets and their people, creating a treatment plan tailored to each family.
Outside of work, she can be found hiking, skiing, or taking an art class. Dr. Watkins has a senior Border Collie mix, Finnegan, who joins her for adventures in the Green Mountains.