ANIMAL HOSPITAL AT THORNDALE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Certified Veterinary Surgeon
- DACVS
Dr. Melissa Hobday is a board-certified veterinary surgeon with a specific interest in gastrointestinal, orthopedics and upper airway procedures. She graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1999. Dr. Hobday practiced for nearly a decade in emergency medicine before completing her surgery residency at Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center.
Dr. Hobday has dedicated her career to providing exceptional patient treatment, staying up-to-date with new procedures and best practices in her field of specialization. As a caring and skilled professional, Dr. Hobday is dedicated to providing thorough case management and working closely with her clients to provide individualized follow-up care.
Dr. Hobday finds beauty in both fine art and in animals. She has a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art and studied sculpture in Italy before pursuing her dream of helping animals. She has a cat named Taters and a Boykin Spaniel named Hug.
Dr. Renee Simpler is a board-certified veterinary radiologist who provides specialty diagnostic imaging services to our patients. In more simpler terms, what she brings to the table is critical for accurate patient treatment and elevates our services at The Animal Hospital at Thorndale.
After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1999, Dr. Simpler worked as an emergency clinician at some of the local specialty hospitals before pursuing further radiology training. She went on to complete a three-year residency in diagnostic imaging at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and became board-certified in radiology in 2015.
Dr. Simpler lives in the Greater Philadelphia Region with her family which includes her three cats and dog. She enjoys spending time with her family, pets and friends, traveling, and hiking.
Renee is one of our client service representatives. She is always ready to help the community at the Animal Hospital at Thorndale with anything they need.