BELLMORE VETERINARY HOSPITAL - Key Persons

Dr. Brian Hargrave graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed his clinical year at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Hargrave is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and has a passion for providing comprehensive and compassionate care for his patients and clients. On his days off Dr. Hargrave enjoys spending time outdoors and spending time with his dogs.

Dr. Jessica Adams knew at a very early age that she wanted to become a veterinarian. She is a native Long Islander raised in Mt. Sinai, New York. A graduate from Mt. Sinai High School, she continued her education at St. Joseph's College in Patchogue, receiving a Bachelor's of Science in Biology. She earned her veterinary medicine doctorate from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine, graduating Cum Laude. Dr. Adams loves all aspects of veterinary medicine with a special interest in internal medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Adams enjoys cuddling with her pitbull "Buster Brown," skiing, hiking, reading, kayaking, running, swimming, horse-back riding, and being in the company of her family and friends.

A Native Long Islander, Dr. Cronin attended S.U.N.Y at Farmingdale to study Veterinary Technology after graduating from high school. He transferred to New Mexico State University where received his Bachelors in Science. Upon graduation, he was accepted to Colorado State University where he graduated in 1998. He returned to New Mexico to practice veterinary medicine. In 2000 he returned to New York. Dr. Cronin has worked in many different fields of veterinary medicine since returning to Long Island. These fields include general , emergency and shelter medicine, as well as a mobile spay/neuter surgeon. In August 2008, Dr. Cronin began work on his life long dream and started construction of Bellmore Veterinary Hospital, which is located in the heart of Bellmore Village. He incorporated all the materials necessary that he believed would construct a modern and efficient animal hospital. Dr. Cronin and his wife share their home with their kids and a host of pets including three dogs, four cats, a snake and a hamster. His hobbies include old cars, woodworking, home improvements and going to horse shows with his girls. When not working, he volunteers as a member of the Wantagh Fire Department.

Job Titles:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician

Heather is a graduate of Penn Foster College. As long as she can remember she has always wanted to work with animals. In her spare time she loves to bottle feed kittens. Her animals include a dog named Hooch and a cat named Boogie.