Swedesboro, NJ [July 18, 2025] - Wedgewood is excited to announce the expansion and evolution of its Veterinary Advisory Committee to reflect the company’s continued growth and leadership in the veterinary community. As part of this transformation, the company welcomes new members to both the Strategic Veterinary Council and the Specialists Customer Council. These additions are intended to bring fresh perspectives and ensure Wedgewood remains deeply connected to both emerging trends and frontline clinical practice.
This new structure will strengthen Wedgewood’s ability to collaborate with a broader range of veterinary professionals and ensure its offerings are shaped by those delivering care every day. The councils are designed to provide meaningful guidance across clinical, operational, and strategic areas, helping the company stay responsive to the needs of the profession and grounded in real-world insight.
The Strategic Veterinary Council includes leaders in education, operations, regulatory, and medical excellence who will advise Wedgewood on big-picture strategy and forward-looking industry trends. This group will play a critical role in helping us ensure our offerings are aligned with the evolving realities of veterinary practice. The council includes:
- Dr. Dawn Boothe – Professor Emerita and board-certified pharmacologist known for her decades-long impact in clinical pharmacology and education.
- Dr. Kelly Cairns – VP of Medical Excellence and Education at Thrive Pet Healthcare, with deep expertise in internal medicine and veterinary education.
- Brian Carlson – Director of Operations at Old Derby Animal Hospital and veterinary business consultant specializing in growth strategy.
- Dr. Sathya Chinnadurai – Senior VP of Animal Health at Brookfield Zoo, a highly respected zoological veterinarian and researcher, best known for his leadership in animal health, welfare, and conservation medicine.
- Dr. Matthew Edson – Founding Dean of the Shreiber School Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University and advocate for veterinary education that prepares confident, practice-ready graduates.
- Dr. Andrea Johnson – Co-founder of PetVet365, focused on reinventing practice ownership and advancing pet care delivery.
- Dr. Natalie Marks – CEO of VANE and nationally recognized speaker, columnist, and veterinary media contributor
- Dr. Joshua Stern – Associate Dean and Professor of Cardiology at NCSU, leading groundbreaking research in companion animal genetics and cardiology.
- Dr. Dean Vicksman – Chair of the Board of Directors at EveryCat Health Foundation and long-time champion of feline health.
The Specialists Customer Council is composed of practicing veterinarians who will keep Wedgewood closely connected to the day-to-day challenges of specialty care. These members offer deep clinical expertise and will provide actionable feedback on how we can better serve the needs of high-demand specialty practices. Members of this council include:
- Dr. Gary Block – President of the Evidence Based Veterinary Medicine Association and co-founder of OSVS and BSVESS referral hospitals.
- Dr. Jane Brunt – Executive Director of the CATalyst Council and founder of Maryland first feline-exclusive hospital.
- Dr. Stephanie Correa – Founder and President of Animal Cancer Care Clinic, the largest dedicated veterinary oncology network in the U.S.
- Dr. Noël Lucas – Founder of Blue Oasis Pet Hospital and advocate for transparency in veterinary care and mental health.
- Dr. Rustin Sturgeon – National Medical Director of Ophthalmology at Pathway Vet Alliance with expertise in medical excellence coaching.
- Dr. Rob Swinger – Board-certified ophthalmologist and Medical Director at Elite Veterinary Specialists.
- Dr. Ernie Ward – Veterinary Medical Lead at Basepaws, CVO of VerticalVet, and founder and president of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, with a career dedicated to advancing pet health and veterinary innovation.
“It’s an exciting time at Wedgewood as we continue to grow and deepen our partnerships across the veterinary community,” said Dr. Rae Hutchins, Chief Veterinary Officer at Wedgewood. “Expanding our Advisory Committee allows us to stay at the forefront of clinical innovation, grounded in scientific rigor, and ensures we’re responding directly to the evolving needs of veterinarians and the animals they care for.”
This momentum reflects Wedgewood’s long-standing commitment to serving the veterinary community with insight, integrity, and partnership. By continuing to work closely with leaders across the profession, the company is dedicated to building smarter, more agile solutions that elevate clinical care and support continued progress for all.
About Wedgewood
Wedgewood is the nation’s largest and most trusted provider of compounded veterinary medications. Its next-generation home delivery platform, Blue Rabbit, streamlines patient care and marks a significant evolution in online pharmacy services. Together, Blue Rabbit and Wedgewood serve more than 70,000 veterinary professionals and more than one million animals annually. For more information visit www.Wedgewood.com.