OLD FARM VETERINARY HOSPITAL - Key Persons


Dr. Derek Wilson

A passionate pet-owner and advocate, Dr. Derek Wilson has nurtured Frederick area pets since 2008, when he purchased Old Farm Veterinary Hospital. A Maryland native, Dr. Wilson developed a love and curiosity for animals at a young age. He studied Physics and Biology at Cornell University, and matriculated to veterinary school at Virginia Tech. In 1998, he earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) with a focus on small animal practice. Twenty years into his veterinary career, Dr. Wilson brings an unmatched combination of compassion, knowledge and experience to patient care. When he's not advancing your pet's health at Old Farm Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Wilson enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Kija, and their children, Tristan and Adelayna.

Dr. Donald ‘DJ' Hiltner

This Frederick native previously worked as a technician before leaving in 2010 for school. Dr. Hiltner earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate degree in Animal Science at the University of Maryland, College Park. In his spare time, Dr. Hiltner enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends,and spoiling his pitbull, Echo.

Maggie Brown

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
Maggie Brown is a receptionist that is new to the veterinary field but is dedicated to all animals. She has worked with a variety of animals both personally and professionally. Maggie has a special interest in exotic animals and plans on going to school to be a veterinary technician.