Charm City Veterinary Hospital Team
We’re excited to see you soon! Learn more about Charm City Veterinary Hospital‘s outstanding employees and the reasons we love what we do.
Dr. Kristin Karbonik Hannon
Veterinarian, Medical Director
Dr. Karbonik has a very honest and practical approach when it comes to taking care of her patients. She knows how important each pet is to its owner and works hard to ensure that she provides the best care possible to keep each pet healthy.
Dr. Karbonik has been practicing veterinary medicine in Maryland since July 2007, after graduating from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine at VirginiaTech. Prior to pursuing a career in veterinary medicine, Dr. Karbonik earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Business from Wake Forest University.
Dr. Karbonik’s full-time residence is on Maryland’s eastern shore in a small town called Neavitt. There, she resides with her husband (Mike), her pug (Rick), and her tuxedo cat (Bob). She enjoys traveling, fishing, crabbing, boating, watching and playing sports, and hosting gatherings at the shore house with family and friends.
Dr. Jess Eavers
Veterinarian, Medical Director
After attending Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, I began practicing veterinary medicine and have continued to do so since 2004. I pride myself on being able to establish good relationships with clients by having strong communication skills and empathy. This allows me to provide excellent care for their pets.
In my spare time, I’ll be kickboxing, traveling, cooking, skiing, and cheering for the Baltimore Ravens.
Dr. Colin Hansen
Veterinarian
Hi, I’m Dr. Colin Hansen and I’m the veterinarian at Charm City Veterinary Hospital. I’ve been practicing for three years and went to the University of Pennsylvania for veterinary school. My favorite part of working here is offering our clients the best experience and personalized care. In my free time, I like to run, sail, check out new bars/ restaurants, travel, and see live music and friends.
Ashley Salango, CVBL
Practice Manager
Ashley started her veterinary career in 2012 as a kennel assistant, moving up to veterinary assistant, then technician & finally, practice manager. She joined the CCVH team as a technician in August 2022 and, in October 2023, became our practice manager. She is passionate about client education and preventative medicine. Originally for WV, she moved to MD a decade ago with her husband and three Siberian Huskies. Outside of work, she loves kayaking & creative pursuits like photography. She is a liberal arts student at WVU and earned her CVBL (certified veterinary business leader) certification in early 2024.
Chris Cinelli, RVT
Registered Veterinary Technician, Fear Free Certified
Chris Cinelli, a Fear-Free Certified RVT, brings 16 years of veterinary experience to our team, joining us from Nexus Specialty Center in November of 2024. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Chris relocated to Maryland in 2020 and now resides in Baltimore City with their spouse, Fred, and their two beloved cats, Snows and Mabel. Chris has a passion for keeping pets safe, especially while under anesthesia. She takes particular pride in working with fearful or aggressive cats, helping them feel as comfortable as possible. Outside of work, she enjoys a variety of hobbies, including reading, baking homemade bread, watercolor painting, listening to music, and exploring Baltimore’s food scene. Her love for animals started with their first pet, a re-homed rabbit named Fluffy. Fun facts about Chris – she once studied and sang bel canto opera, but she can’t whistle, and her left leg is nearly an inch longer than her right! CCVH is thrilled to welcome Chris & her expertise to our team.
Mandy G.
Nurse/Technician, Fear Free Certified
Mandy joined the CCVH team as a Nurse/Technician in November 2024, bringing over 10 years of veterinary experience with her. Born in Baltimore City and raised in the county, Mandy now calls Abingdon home, where she lives with her 5-year-old son and her beloved pets: two small dogs, Kramer and Lainey, and her cat, Tony Paws. Her love for animals began in childhood with her favorite pet, Skipper, a Beagle/Lab mix who was her loyal companion for 15 years. Mandy’s passion for veterinary medicine stems from her joy in interacting with all kinds of animals and their humans. She finds the field incredibly rewarding and prides herself on her ability to win over even the “spicier” dogs. Outside of work, Mandy cherishes spending time with her son, often enjoying Mommy-and-me days or walking her dogs along local trails. She appreciates the simple joys of outdoor adventures, especially in the fall. Mandy also loves attending hot yoga classes, exploring new restaurants, crafting, and going to comedy shows.
Leah Krich
Veterinary Assistant
Hi! I’m Leah. I pride myself in being able to work with fearful/ anxious patients. Outside of work, family and friends are everything to me. I am also an equestrian since age 8 and my daughter’s competitive dance career keeps me busy.
Elaina Jones
Veterinary Assistant, Fear Free Certified
Elaina is the newest addition to our team. She joined our team in August of 2023. In her brief time with us, she has impressed her coworkers and staff with her knowledge & skill set. Despite her allergies to cats and dogs, she has dedicated herself to veterinary medicine, specifically urgent/emergency care. Elaina says she loves surgery & procedures because it keeps things interesting. She says she has fallen in love with this profession, the professionals who make it work & the pets that make it all worth it.
Sheila Nocar
Originally from Maryland, Sheila now lives in Pennsylvania with her family. She is lucky to count four grown children, fourteen grandchildren & 5 dogs as part of her family! She has worked in veterinary medicine for 43 years. Her first pet was a pup named Taffy, a little mixed breed, who sparked her love for animal care. At CCVH, she is affectionately known as the “Cookie Lady” by our clients. Our puppy friends will even meet her on the street out front while walking by & make a bee line for her because she always sports a pocket (or fanny pack) full of yummy goodies. Outside of work, she enjoys family time with her grandbabies & swimming.
Rosie Transparenti
Customer Service Representative, Fear Free Certified, CVFA
Rosie grew up working in the restaurant business, but knew she needed a change. At the age of 18 she applied for countless jobs in the pet industry and landed a position at a dog daycare, where she eventually worked her way up to manager. She then went on to work in holistic pet retail & food, and dog walking. After moving back to her home city of Baltimore in 2021, she decided to apply for jobs in the veterinary field, where she has now worked as a veterinary assistant and receptionist. She considers herself a “single mother of 3 boys”, the three boys being her cats, Gunther and Scraps, along with her 6 lbs. chihuahua named Manny. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, dancing, karaoke, playing video games, and going out to see live music with friends.
Makayla Karcher
Customer Service Representative, Fear Free Certified, CVFA
Makayla, a Baltimore native, is the newest member of the CCVH Reception Team. She has three dogs and two cats: Jaxx, Nash, Umi, Princess and Lena. Her journey into animal care started at Petco, where she rose up the ranks to become a Manager. She wanted to transition into Veterinary Medicine after losing her childhood dog and best pal, Bruno. He was a large part of her life from the time she was six until his passing. She is a kind and welcoming personality in our front office and says that greeting our clients at check-in is one of her favorite things about her job here. She likes going bowling with her partner, the Baltimore food scene and playing with her dogs at the dog park in her free time.
Kay Beth (KB)
Vet Assistant, Fear Free Certified, CVFA
Kay Beth, known as “KB”, joined out team in early 2024. She has quickly made herself a client favorite with her kind personality & attention to detail. She holds a master’s degree in public health from JHU and operates her own pet care business called KB’s Pet Care, LLC. KB grew up in Texas on a cattle ranch and says animals have always played a huge role in her life. She would love to one day be a veterinarian.
Arrrrnold
Hospital Supervisor/Pirate King
Arrrrnold is the real supervisor of CCVH. He is our clinic kitty, who has been with us for nearly ten years since he was a young man. Arnold is missing a rear paw, and we think he was likely born this way, but don’t worry- it has never slowed him down for a single minute! Arrrrnold is our resident love bug, always keen to give snuggles to anyone who needs them. You can usually find him in one of his many cat trees, overseeing our day-to-day operations.