Mark Paradise, VMD

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Dr. Mark Paradise is a co-owner and the Medical Director of NorthPaws Veterinary Center. Dr. Paradise has cared for pets at NorthPaws as a general practitioner since 2004, when the hospital first opened it’s doors as a companion-animal practice. Interested in medicine at a young age, Dr. Paradise always wanted to pursue a career in veterinary medicine.

During his early years, Dr. Paradise entertained many other career paths for his life but eventually settled on what he always intended - as a veterinarian. A native of New Jersey, he attended University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and was awarded his Doctorate in 1999. In addition, he completed an internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital in Boston from 1999 to 2000. After pursuing his career in New York, he met his wife Danielle. Together they moved to Rhode Island to settle down, build a practice, and start their family. His professional interests include internal medicine, surgery, and ophthalmology.

Dr. Paradise and his wife, Danielle, are the proud parents of two beautiful boys, and they share their home with three dogs, Emma, Flower and Sugar; two cats, Weeble, and Inde; and two turtles named Al and Earl. His hobbies include sailing, skiing, and hiking.

Danielle Paradise, VMD

Dr. Danielle Paradise is a co-owner of NorthPaws Veterinary Center. She began the practice with a small mobile veterinary service called Vet2You. She then joined her husband and co-owner, Mark Paradise, in building NorthPaws in 2004. Dr. Paradise was accepted early to the University of Miami, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Biology 1995. Dr. Paradise continued her education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and was awarded her Doctorate in 1999. She then did an internship in small animal medicine at a private referral hospital in South Florida, after which she worked as an Emergency veterinarian for two years before moving to Rhode Island. Radiology, ultrasonography, behavioral medicine, and holistic medicine are among Dr. Paradise's many professional interests.

Dr. Paradise, and her husband, Mark, are the proud parents of two boys, Hunter and Connor. The family also includes three dogs, Emma, Flower and Sugar; two cats, Weeble, and Inde; and two turtles named Al and Earl. When she's not busy with her duties at the hospital, Dr. Paradise enjoys spending time with her kids (two and four-legged), kayaking, sailing, and hiking.

 David Bergmann, DVM

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Dr. David Bergmann joined NorthPaws Veterinary Center’s medical team in 2006. A native of Washington DC, he completed his veterinary education at Atlantic Veterinary College and was awarded his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. Dr. Bergmann's professional interests include preventive medicine and internal medicine.

Outside of work, Dr. Bergmann enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, and their many furry friends. He also enjoys mountain biking and sailing.

Jessica Glatzer-Murphy, DVM

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Dr. Jessica Glatzer-Murphy is a native New Yorker who has been with NorthPaws Veterinary Center since 2007. Dr. Murphy attended Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in Boston and received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. Dr. Murphy’s professional interests include internal medicine.

Outside of work, Dr. Glatzer-Murphy enjoys spending time with her family.

Keith Schoen, BVMS

Keith Schoen, BVMS MRCVS was raised in Staten Island, NY and attended Cornell University for his undergraduate studies in animal sciences. He attended the University of Glasgow's School of Veterinary Medicine in Scotland and graduated in 2007. He then furthered his training with a general internship in medicine and surgery at Oradell Animal Hospital in New Jersey, followed by a specialized surgical internship at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists. Keith joined our team at NorthPaws Veterinary Center in 2009 and has a strong professional interest in orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery.

Outside of work, Dr. Schoen enjoys spending time with his wife and their son. He also enjoys hiking, biking, sailing and muay thai.