VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Centre Park

Bios

• Gary Holmes

  DVM

  Dr. Holmes was born in Baltimore and raised in Glen Burnie. He served in the USMC from 1975-1979. He received his undergraduate education at the University of MD, Baltimore County class of 1983 and his veterinary degree from The Ohio State University in 1987. He has been in practice for over 25 years as a small animal practitioner, including 6 years in Ellicott City and 7 years in Laurel. Dr. Holmes has been married for 30 years and has two daughters and a son. He has 4 dogs; the newest is a 1 Year old Goldendoodle. Dr.Holmes' hobbies include photography (especially of ballet and other performance art), and fishing. "As a high school student I had an aptitude for math and sciences. I also have a lifelong fascination with animals- I went to carnivals and local fairs to go to the petting zoos while everyone else my age was riding rides and playing games. Then, I read "All Creatures Great and Small" by James Herriott - and my future was set. When people ask me what I do I don't say: "I'm a veterinarian," I say: "I am an Animal Doctor." I am an Animal Doctor because it is what I was born to be, and I feel very fortunate to live that dream every day. . "Ballet makes me weep, pets make me smile" .

• Melissa Springer

  DVM

  Dr. Springer has been practicing Veterinary Medicine since 2001. Having grown up in Maryland, Dr. Springer now lives in Mt. Airy with her husband, 2 sons, her cat, Zoey, and her two dogs, Lola and Penny (pictured). She graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, and completed her clinical rotations at Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Springer joined the team at VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Centre Park in November of 2008 after practicing in Laurel, Maryland. In her free time, Dr. Springer enjoys reading, trips to the beach, and, most of all, spending time with her family in their new home. "Why do I love practicing veterinary medicine? It's never boring! My day is filled with new pets and people as well as old friends (furry and human). Getting to know my patients and their people and making them all feel at ease during their visits is really important to me. Caring for patients from puppy or kitten days through their golden years is a journey I treasure. It is an honor and privilege to share my time, knowledge and skills with my clients and their beloved pets. I can't imagine myself in any other career!".

• Melchus Davis Jr.

  DVM

  Dr. Davis has recently joined the VCA Centre Park Veterinary Hospital family in Columbia, Maryland. He has 18 years of experience in the field of veterinary medicine as a small animal practicioner, working predominantly with canine and feline patients. Dr. Davis is a native Washingtonian, having earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Howard University in Washington D.C. and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. He enjoys practicing small animal medicine with a key interest in preventative medical care, ultrasound, and dentistry. He incorporates a compassionate team oriented approach when working with people and their pet family members. He believes that providing in depth client education leads to long life and wellness for our patients. Dr. Davis is very dedicated to being up-to-date with the development of veterinary medicine on a local and national level. When not practicing medicine he places strong value in spending quality time with his wife, Karen, and two young children, Ryan and Summer. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys golfing, fishing, video gaming, and supporting his favorite teams (Washington Redskins, Tennessee Volunteers, LA Dodgers, Washington Capitals and team USA Soccer.).