Meet Our Administration
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.Rita Angelo, VMD – Hospital Director
Dr. Angelo graduated from the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Veterinary Medicine where she also completed her internship in small animal medicine and surgery. After completion of internship she joined Oradell Animal Hospital as a general practitioner.
Dr. Angelo enjoys general medicine and is a senior staff doctor at our Fort Lee, New Jersey office. She also sees appointments at our hospital in Paramus.
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.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, BS, CVT – Outpatient Services Manager
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.