Anthony Palminteri, DVM, Diplomate, ACVS – Board of Directors
Dr. Palminteri received his degree in veterinary medicine from Cornell University. He is board certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He was elected "distinguished practitioner" in the National Academy of Practitioners.
Dr. Palminteri is co-founder of the Oradell Animal Hospital, and remains on staff as a consultant. His ancillary interests are Jiu-Jitsu (8th degree black belt), offshore fishing, and landscaping.William Stockman, VMD – Board of Directors
Dr. Stockman graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. He completed an internship followed by a surgical residency at the ASPCA hospital in New York City. Dr. Stockman is on the Board of Directors of our hospital.
Dr. Stockman enjoys boating, fishing, scuba diving and underwater photography.Karen Critchley-Capone, RVT – Associate Director
Karen is a graduate of the Bergen Community College, Veterinary Technician Program and has an associate degree in Applied Science. She joined Oradell Animal Hospital in 2003 as a veterinary assistant. Over the next few years she became a supervisor, and then moved to the position of
Patient Services Manager, overseeing all of the technical support staff in the following departments: emergency, critical care, dental, surgery, radiology/MRI, medicine, cardiology, rehabilitation/cold laser, step down wards and instruments. Karen has been an integral part in the development of the Oradell Animal Hospital CARES program and the employee Spirit Committee. Karen’s main interest is in surgery and anesthesia. Karen enjoys reading, the beach, time with her family and any outdoor activity.Alison Maglio, – Associate Director
Alison is responsible for managerial functions that encompass most areas of the hospital. She is a graduate of Seton Hall University with a concentration in psychology and business management, and has been serving as hospital administrator for 20 years. She works closely with the hospital director to achieve the hospital's mission and ensure exceptional customer service. Alison handles all billing and client related financial matters.Nancy Miles, – Associate Director, Director of Staff Development
Nancy's responsibilities include mentoring staff members on supervisory and leadership skills and overseeing the client services, purchasing and marketing departments. Nancy also works with local veterinarians to ensure a smooth process when referring clients to the hospital.Heidi Petri, – Controller
Heidi is responsible for the keeping of all financial records associated with the corporation and its business, including receipts, disbursements, general ledger, cash management and payroll.Christine Banks, – Human Resources
Christine is responsible for managing most matters pertaining to all employees including recruitment, orientation, contract preparation, and employee benefits.Department Managers
Sue Kolka
Liz McKnight, B.S., C.V.T. – Clinic Services Manager
Liz McKnight graduated from Cook College at Rutgers University in 1983 with a B.S. in Animal Science, and earned her CVT status after passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam in 1999.
Liz has worked at the Oradell Animal Hospital for over 25 years, where she has been involved in all aspects of animal care, including patient treatment and nursing, surgery, dentistry, and radiology. Over the years, her role expanded to include equipment maintenance, surgical instrumentation, assisting with chemotherapy treatments, and supervising the technical support staff.
Since 1997, Liz has been the manager of the Clinic Services department, which includes the outpatient clinic, the laboratory, the dispensing pharmacy, the oncology team, and client education services. She has always had a special interest in pet nutrition as well.
Liz enjoys reading and being outdoors, hiking, gardening, and birding.Mary Peluso, – Hasbrouck Heights-Oradell Veterinary Clinic Manager
Mary Peluso came to Oradell Animal Hospital as manager of the Hasbrouck Heights office after working 13 years at Cresskill Animal Hospital. Her responsibilities include overseeing client services, purchasing, and staffing and ensuring exceptional customer service. Mary resides in Waldwick with her husband, two children, two dogs, Rebel and Bravo and her six cats. Mary loves vacationing with her family at the beach.