Dr. Imus joined the practice in June of 2007 as an Associate Veterinarian. She graduated from Gannon University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science Degree. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Imus enjoys working on both small and large animals.

Growing up in Randolph, NY, Dr. Imus lived on a farm with a variety of animals including horses, dogs, cats, chickens, rabbits, goats, pigs, and even Ostriches!  She currently lives in Busti, NY with her husband Zack, their two cats, "Hank" and "Lilly" - and their two Boston Terrier's "Petunia" and "Ted".

Dr. Imus spends much of her free time golfing, skiing, camping, and participates in many other outdoor activities.

 

Dr. Malarchik joined the practice in June of 2008 after obtaining her DVM degree from Cornell University in May 2008.  She is originally from Easton, PA.  She obtained her undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Natural Resources with an emphasis in Wildlife/Fish Ecology from Northland College in Ashland, WI in 2004.  While living in Wisconsin she worked extensively with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and at a large wildlife rehabilitation center.  Her special interests lie with wildlife, exotics and dairy cows. She is providing service for our clients’ exotic pets as well as medical and surgical services for our other patients.
  
Dr. Malarchik currently lives in Warren, PA with her 2 year old cat “Maya”.  Her interests include orienteering, hiking, snowshoeing, gardening, and riding horses.
 

Barb grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and received her AS degree as a Veterinary Technician from  Harcum Junior College in 1977. She worked in Baltimore, MD and Detroit, MI as a technician before moving to Warren, PA.

Barb began her tenure with RVH before the walls were even constructed and her many years of experience continue to be an invaluable asset as she continues in her role as hospital manager and oversees many areas of staff and hospital operations.

She lives in Warren with her husband, Ed, and their beautiful grey cat, ”Feral”. Barb enjoys swimming, weight lifting and is an excellent baker!

Paula is a native of Celeron, NY and joined our hospital in October of 1992.  She trained as a receptionist and veterinary assistant. She is now a highly skilled assistant, as well as a receptionist, and is the inventory/pharmacy manager.

She resides in Kiantone, NY with her husband Bill and daughter Sara. She tops our employee list for  the most pets with her 3 boxers, 2 cats, 1 goat, 1 guinea pig, and 1 ferret. She enjoys riding her motorcycle and is a volunteer fireman for the Kiantone Fire Department.

Amanda graduated from the Delhi University in December 2001 with an AAS degree as a certified veterinary technician and a licensed veterinary technician. She holds a joint license for both NY and PA. She joined the practice in December 2001. 

She is a large and small animal technician and heads up the bovine technician program along with all other cloven hoofed species. She recently married her husband Kevin in October of 2005. They reside in Warren, PA with their dog “Bo” and cat “Casey”. Amanda is currently training “Bo” as a search and rescue dog. Her interests include various outdoor activities. 

Amanda and Kevin most recently gave birth to a beautiful baby girl, Amie Sue on 1/6/2010.

Donna has been with our hospital since October 1990. She has 50 plus years of experience riding, training, showing, and judging Saddlebred horses.  Over the years she has contributed a great deal to the equine portion of the practice. She is semi-retired and provides on call services as needed. 

She has 5 children, 11 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. She resides in Jamestown, NY with her 2 dogs and 4 cats. Her adult German Shepard “Timber” is a search and rescue dog and she is currently training a new puppy for search and rescue. She is also a very talented multi-media artist.

Darcy is a Russell, PA native and joined our team in August 1991. She works full time for a company in Jamestown, NY during the week and provides us with weekend and holiday coverage.  She has trained as a veterinary assistant and does primarily small animal services. She seems to create a special bond with the patients and spoils them rotten. We are very fortunate to have someone with Darcy’s love for animals to assist us during those times when it is so important. She resides in Russell with her husband, Sam, their 2 dogs (Kelly and Raja), 2 cats, and 2 African Grey birds. Her special interests include golf.

Kelly is a native of Jamestown, NY.  She joined our practice in August 2007. She works part time for us as a veterinary assistant. She completed course work as an assistant at The Great Lakes Institute of Technology in Erie, PA. For the past 15 years Kelly has been working full time as a paramedic serving Chautauqua County with Alstar Ambulance. She obtained her flight medic designation after 5 years and provides services through Starflight. Her advanced training as a paramedic and flight medic has proven a big asset to our group. She is always “cool as a cucumber” even on the busiest, most stressful days. 
Kellys’ hobbies include riding her Harley and spending time with her golden retriever “Zephyr”.
 

Tonya is originally from Butler, PA and is a 2006 graduate of Eisenhower High School. She joined our practice in May of 2008. She is training as a veterinary assistant and has adapted to her job very quickly. She has proven to be very helpful with managing our equine patients. She currently resides in Sugar Grove, PA with her dog “Copenhagen”, "Stewie" her cat,  and her two horses “Chief” and “Devon”. Tonya’s interests include horse shows, competing in local rodeos, training horses, trail riding, camping, hunting, scrapbooking, four-wheeling, and various other outdoor activities.

Tonya most recently gave birth to a baby boy, Carsen Blane on August 15th, 2009.
 

Jan is the newest addition to our reception staff. She joined the practice in June of 2008. She has an extensive background raising and breeding American Quarter Horses. She currently stands 2 AQHA stallions. Jan and her husband, Tim, are also very active in their Canine Search and Rescue group with their standard poodle “Stella”. She has proven herself to be an excellent rescue dog. They also share their home with 4 other dogs, “Cricket”, “Bailey”, “Minnie” and “Spanky”.

Jan and Tim reside in Ashville, NY and have two sons, Brian and Jacob.
 

 "Tuxedo" is our "kitten in training" to take over "Russells'" duties.  "Tux" was found by Dr. Farrell's youngest son, Aidan, under their deck on the 4th of July (2009).  He was a tiny little thing only weighing about 1 pound and covered with lice.  The staff immediately fell in love with him.  After several baths to get rid of all the lice, he started his "training".  The staff has been teaching him how to interact with other pets and helping him learn which pets to leave well enough alone.  He plays constantly with a variety of toys the staff has brought him.  They have spoiled him rotten.  His favorite is the pirate ship Paula got him.  It has provided hours of entertainment for him and us!  He has become very loving and greets each staff member as they arrive for work.  We are beginning to let him out to visit clients.  He's quite the ambassador!  He loves to run at top speed through the hospital exploring everything possible.  But beware, he likes to bite when he gets excited or you rub his belly.  We're still working on breaking that bad habit.  Maybe the next time you drop in you'll see him out and about!!!

     July 24^th, 2009 was a sad day at Russell Veterinary Hospital.  Our hospital cat, “Russell”, developed oral cancer and his quality of life diminished rapidly.  It was that day our staff decided it was time to say their good byes to our beloved friend. 

     “Russell” came to us after he had a bad run in with a car that damaged his hips and required surgery.  That is why he always walked with that distinctive swagger that everyone came to recognize.  From then on he continued to touch the lives of the staff and clients of Russell Veterinary Hospital for 16 wonderful years.  It wasn’t just the staff that loved him but the clients as well.  They grew accustomed to seeing that handsome tiger that greeted them at the front desk, if he wasn’t too busy sunning himself in the window. He would often be there when clients needed a friend for comfort when making difficult decisions for their pets.

            We remember “Russell” as the cat who would chase around the mop strings while we were cleaning up at night.   He had a sixth sense about dogs, knowing which dogs he could go up to and which ones to steer clear of.  “Russell” had a reputation of having a big sweet tooth.  It was a well known fact you had to keep your donuts, muffins, pop-tarts, etc. out of his sight if you wanted to enjoy them yourself.  More than once we caught him nibbling on our sweets.  He was even known for biting through the cellophane box top when no one was looking (glazed donuts were his favorite).  Our weekend staff member, Darcy, provided “therapy” for “Russell” every Saturday with catnip and rub downs. 

            “Russell” spent his days entertaining staff and clients as he followed the sunshine as it moved from window to window.  He loved teasing our old African Gray parrot, “Festus,” who has now found a home with Darcy.  You could hear him chittering at the birds and chippies at the feeder outside the treatment room window.  “Russell” brought joy and light to the hearts of those who knew him.  He spent many years as a silent diplomat overseeing day to day activities of the office.  We miss that “handsome boy kitty” greeting us every morning with a purr waiting to be brushed (another one of his favorite things).  He is greatly missed and will always be remembered!

For those of you who remember our birds "Festus" and "Cody", we are happy to announce they have found new homes.  "Festus" has gone to live with Darcy at her home.  He is enjoying himself immensely and provides Darcy with endless entertainment.  She says he has developed  a whole new vocabulary and will talk for hours!

"Cody" has gone to live with a neighbor of Amanda's.  He too is having lots of fun in his new home.