Dr. Laura Surovi
Veterinarian
Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist
Certified Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapist
Certified Veterinary Chinese Herbalist
Dr. Surovi received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Wake Forest University and graduated from The College of Veterinary Medicine at North Carolina State University in 2000. While attending veterinary school she was inducted in the Psi Chapter of the Phi Zeta Honor Society for high academic achievement, and was awarded for clinical proficiency in companion animal medicine and excellence in veterinary geriatrics.
After working for many years in general private practice, Dr. Surovi developed an interest in pain management and veterinary rehabilitation. She began to recognize that most pets achieve the best outcomes when traditional veterinary medicine can be complemented with other therapies.
Dr. Surovi is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA) and a Certified Veterinary Chinese Herbalist (CVCH) through the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. She attended the Canine Rehabilitation Institute to become a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT). Dr. Surovi completed her animal chiropractic training at The Healing Oasis Wellness Center obtaining certification in Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy (CVSMT). She has earned acceptance into the College of Animal Chiropractors.
Dr. Surovi is Past President of the Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine, a local trade organization dedicated to the pursuit of continuing education and excellence in veterinary medicine. She is an active member of the American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians, the American Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, the American Veterinary Medical Association, and the Cleveland Academy of Veterinary Medicine.
On the personal side, Dr. Surovi along with her husband, Michael Sivo, currently reside in Lake County where they enjoy the farm life complete with two Thoroughbred horses, Nigel and Arya, a miniature horse named Teddy, two turtles, Shelley and Sheldon, and their four pit bull dogs, Olive, Poppy, Butter, and of course, Chauncy.
Dr. Kim Huppe
Veterinarian
Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner
Dr. Huppe is a native of Boston, Massachusetts and moved to Ohio in 2008. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Physiology Concentration from Cornell University in 2003, and graduated from Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. While attending veterinary school she was inducted into the Phi Zen National Honor Society and received the Senior Student Award from the American Association of Feline Practitioners. In 2007-2008, Dr. Huppe participated in a rotating apprenticeship at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists.
Dr. Huppe worked in general practice for a few years before realizing her desire to pursue rehabilitation. She is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA) through The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. She attended the University of Tennessee Certificate Program in Canine Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation to become a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner. Dr. Huppe also has advanced training in Manual and Myofascial Therapy/Techniques.
Dr. Huppe is very excited to join the CVR team to share and grow her love of veterinary physical rehabilitation and pain management. Her special interests include neurologic rehabilitation, feline pain management (cats make great rehab patients!), multimodal pain management, chronic osteoarthritis, and geriatric care. She is passionate about helping our veterinary patients feel and perform their best whether it be for competition or simply for activities of daily living. Her goals always include maximizing comfort, mobility, quality of life, and the human-animal bond.
Professional Memberships include American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians, American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture, International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management, American Association of Feline Practitioners, American Veterinary Medical Association, and Ohio Veterinary Medical Association.
On the personal side, Dr. Huppe resides in Lorain County and shares her life with her husband, Matt, and their two cats, Lotte and Remy. Her hobbies include triathlon and cycling, crochet, reading, and jigsaw puzzles.
Hannah Ross-Smith
Hi, I'm Hannah and I'm a veterinary assistant.
I was born and raised in NE Ohio. I always grew up with the teachings of "treat people how you would want to be treated." That has stuck with me my whole life. I have always been in the caregiver field. It started in human health care for 10 plus years. Then I got into animal rescue, and my passion shifted to those who really don't have a voice. From fostering countless pit bulls in need (and foster failing a few along the way because how could you not?) to rescuing/adopting 7 reptiles as well. Working in vet med I realized that this is the career I had been working towards my whole life. I really found my passion and home after starting at CVR.
At CVR, you will find me running our Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber, assisting Dr. Surovi in appointments, custom fitting your pup for a wheelchair, conducting under water treadmill or gym sessions, or most importantly, cracking jokes to keep the day fun and exciting. They say when you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life. At CVR, it's not a job for me, it's family! Staff and clients alike. If you happen to catch me out in the wild, you will probably find me hiking with my wife and our 2 senior Pit Bulls, Gracie and Phoenix. Or building some sort of new enrichment concoction playground for my reptiles. Blanche ~Dorothy ~ and Stanley the tortoises, Norbert the Bearded Dragon, PrayTell the Blue Tongue Skink, Dahli the Uromastyx, Fluffy the Crested Gecko, and Stevie Nicks the Chameleon.
Rachel Blumberg
Hello, I’m Rachel, a dog and cat therapy assistant. I started working in veterinary medicine in 2018. I support the well-being of animals and assist in therapy sessions to improve their lives. I find joy in helping animals thrive and being able to connect with their owners. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors, cherishing moments with my loved ones and pets at home.
Molly Staats, RVT
Hi! I'm Molly. I am a Cuyahoga Community College graduate and received my Associates of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology. After graduating, I passed my Veterinary Technician National Exam and earned my Registered Veterinary Technician License.
I worked in general practice at a small animal and exotics clinic for over 5 years assisting in many orthopedic surgeries. Working in animal rehabilitation has been my dream job since I was in the veterinary technician program. For me, rehab has meant making a difference for both pets and their loving owners. Senior pets, post-operative or neurological cases or sporting dogs all have the opportunity to have a better quality of life. Nothing makes me smile more than hearing how well a patient is doing, or seeing improvement during a session. During my free time I enjoy spending time with my loving husband, our dog Maggie, and two cats Marvin and Merlyn.
Carsyn Lammers
My name is Carsyn, and I've been working at CVR as a veterinary assistant since May 2024. I graduated with a bachelor's degree from Kent State University, studying zoology.
My favorite thing about working at CVR is making connections with the patients and their owners as well as seeing a patient reach their goals. Outside of work, I enjoy sports, cooking, and spending time outdoors.