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The Appalachian-New River Veterinary Associates team of skilled veterinarians welcomes you to our practice. Proudly serving the Boone area. At Appalachian-New River Veterinary Associates, it is our daily privilege to provide quality vet care to your cherished pet, with compassion and competence. We hope to ensure a positive impact on our patients, pet owners and the local community.
Dr. Cathy Kreis
Appalachian New River Veterinary Associates is delighted to introduce Dr. Cathy Kreis as our newest managing veterinarian. Dr. Kreis graduated from Cornell University in 1993. She has lived and worked as a veterinarian in New York, East Africa, and North Carolina. Her special, professional interests include canine and feline internal medicine, geriatric medicine and ultrasonography. Cathy, her husband Wynand, and their two sons live in Boone. Her personal interests include running, kick boxing, writing and gardening.
Dr. Randall McAdams
Dr. Randall McAdams is a 1993 graduate of Mississippi State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. He has been practicing with Appalachian-New River since 1997. His professional interests include soft-tissue surgery, ultrasonography, dentistry, and diseases of the ear. Randall and his wife, Suzanne, have three sons and make their home in Valle Crucis. His personal interests and activities include rock-climbing, golf, cooking, and chauffeuring his sons to their myriad activities. He is also a Cub Scout den leader in his sons' Cub Scout pack.
Dr. Susan Mast
Dr. Susan Mast is a 1978 graduate of the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine. She has been practicing with Appalachian-New River since 1998. Her professional interests include Chinese herbal therapies and veterinary acupuncture. She is IVAS certified in veterinary acupuncture. She also enjoys working with small mammals such as hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets, prairie dogs, rats, mice, sugar gliders, and hedgehogs. Susan, her partner, Sam, and their dog and cats make their home in Valle Crucis. Susan has one daughter, Toni. Susan's personal interests include reading, yard work, hiking, and making bon fires.
