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 three pit bull dogs, Poppy, Butter, and 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.

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.

Allison Weaver

Hello, my name is Allison. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Pre-Veterinary Medicine with a focus on exotics from the University of North Florida.

I have always had a passion for working with animals. I started in general veterinary medicine in 2020, then moved on to the Jacksonville Zoo, where I conducted behavioral analyses on gorillas, rhinos, and jaguars. My next position was at the Kings Bay Submarine Base, caring for and training dolphins and sea lions for the United States Navy, before relocating to Ohio and joining the team at CVR.

When I’m not working, I enjoy making homemade meals, including fresh pastas and breads. I love hanging out with my rescue pit bull, Indi, going on hikes, and watching sports of all kinds. I’m grateful to be working with this wonderful team at CVR, and I’m excited to help you and your pets!

Alana Klein

Hello, my name is Alana. I started working at CVR in September 2025. I am new to the rehabilitation scene, but not new to animal care. I've been working as a vet assistant for nearly 25 years. I worked primarily at a clinic in Willoughby Hills for 20 years. It's where I started my career in 2001.

I have 3 cats and 3 birds. I had to say goodbye to my best friend, Fredo, this past May. He was my 11 year old English Bulldog.

In my free time I love going for long walks, painting artwork, cooking plant based meals, or enjoying time with my family.

I look forward to being back in this community and being a part of your beloved animal's care.