Dr. Rynkiewicz is originally from northern NY. She attended the Rochester Institute of Technology as a first-generation college student. She majored in biology and minored in American Sign Language. Dr. Rynkiewicz graduated summa cum laude and went on to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian. She attended Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in Massachusetts, where she received her doctorate in veterinary medicine. At Tufts, Dr. Rynkiewicz became interested in exotic companion animal medicine and solidified her interests in canine and feline medicine. She then returned to upstate NY to join the team at Village Animal Clinic. She has interests in surgery, dentistry, and spectrum of care. Her other interests include hiking, swimming, reading, and staying in with her cat, Pierogi.
Erica Rynkiewicz
Veterinarian
Dr. Rynkiewicz, a summa cum laude graduate of RIT and Tufts DVM, returned to upstate NY with special interests in exotic companion animal medicine, surgery, dentistry, and spectrum of care.
Other Team Members:
Jacob T. LaVarnway
Veterinarian
Dr. Jacob is a 2023 Virginia Tech DVM graduate and former Licensed Veterinary Technician with a lifelong passion for animals, specializing in exotic and avian medicine.
Sierra Halligan
Veterinarian
Dr. Halligan, a Cornell DVM graduate who attended Union College with highest honors, joined The Village Animal Clinic in 2021, bringing a lifelong familiarity with various animals and a love for hiking, camping, tennis, and volleyball.
Roxanne Coulter
Veterinarian
Dr. Coulter, a Capital Region native who completed her DVM at Ross University and clinical training at Cornell, is a compassionate veterinarian who champions animal welfare, preventive medicine, and enjoys camping and horseback riding in her free time.