ABOUT OUR VETS

Earl L. Kittle, D.V.M., M.S.
Hospital Owner
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Dr. Earl Kittle grew up in Warren, Ohio. After serving 4 years in the Air Force, he enrolled at The Ohio State University – graduating with a DVM degree in 1971. Dr. Kittle opened Georgesville Road Animal Hospital in 1976. He also earned a Master of Science Degree in 1984 from OSU's College of Biological Sciences.

Dr. Kittle's special interests are ultrasound and surgery. He also enjoys educating pet owners in preventative medicine as well as involving the owner in all decisions regarding diagnostics and treatment.

Dr. Kittle enjoys showing Tennessee Walking Horses, fly fishing, and playing the piano. Doc's personal pets include 7 horses, 3 Standard Poodles, a Lab, an English Pointer, as well as several pond fish.

Erika D. Rossi, D.V.M., M.S.
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Dr. Erika Rossi graduated from The University of Akron with a B.S. in Biology and an M.S. in Physiology & Biochemistry in 1984 and 1986 respectively. She moved to Columbus in 1987 to attend The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating in 1991. Dr. Rossi joined Georgesville Road Animal Hospital in 1991.

Dr. Rossi's special interests include: internal medicine, client education, geriatric care, nutrition, and pain management. She has a special love for miniature schnauzers – her first dog, Macko (Motzko), lived to the ripe old age of 18yrs and 8mos!! Dr. Rossi recently adopted a mini schnauzer, Enzo, from Schnauzer Rescue of Cincinnati. Outside of her career, Dr. Rossi enjoys music, singing, and art, as well as fishing, boating, hiking, and watching football.

Carol J. Rader, D.V.M.
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Dr. Carol Rader graduated from Upper Arlington High School in Columbus in 1976. She graduated from The Ohio State University with a BA in Animal Science in 1979, and obtained her DVM degree from The Ohio State University in 1986. Dr. Rader joined Georgesville Road Animal Hospital in 2004.

Dr. Rader's practice interests include client communication & education, progressive veterinary medicine, pocket pets, dentistry and surgery. She loves having a large extended family in the Columbus area. Dr. Rader has several rescued dogs and cats at home and enjoys quilting, crafts, beading and gardening.

Karol Troyer, D.V.M.
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Dr. Karol Troyer grew up in Columbus, Ohio (actually about 1 mile from Georgesville Road Animal Hospital). Dr. Troyer completed an Associate Degree from Columbus State in Medical Lab Technology in 1981; graduated Cum Laude from The Ohio State University in 1984; and obtained her DVM degree from The Ohio State University in 1988. Dr. Troyer has been in practice for 22 years, which included over 6 years as an emergency vet in Charlotte, NC. She joined Georgesville Road Animal Hospital in 2008.

Dr. Troyer enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, but has a special interest in soft tissue surgery, anesthesia, emergency and critical care, as well as diagnostic imaging and pain management.

Dr. Troyer's personal interests include most outdoor activities. She is a former marathon runner, and has run the Boston Marathon with Team Heifer for Heifer Project International. When away from the office, Dr. Troyer enjoys spending time with her daughter, as well as biking, gardening and reading. She is also a licensed Ham Radio operator. Her personal pets include May – a Yellow Labrador and Meiko the Cat.

Lee Kittle, D.V.M.
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