The Dermatology Support Team:
Timberly Canfield, Practice Manager
Timberly is a Southern Mississippi native. She earned an Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Respiratory Therapy. She received her certification in respiratory therapy at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. She continued to serve patients as a certified respiratory therapist in Mobile, Alabama and North Mississippi. Timberly relocated to Florida in 1999 assuming the duties as practice manager for the Animal Hospital of Regency Park and more recently for Animal Dermatology South. Timberly is the glue that holds the team together. She enjoys cross-stitching, scuba diving, and baking when she is not busy with her three children.
Rebecca Stlaske, Senior Customer Care Coordinator
Rebecca's career in animal care includes a background in agricultural studies and over 16 years of experience at the renowned Angell Memorial Animal Hospital in Massachusetts. In 2015, she decided to move to Florida to join our Animal Dermatology South team. She is an active volunteer within our community and serving at her church. Her compassion to care about people has led her on various mission trips. Rebecca has held special memories of serving with teams in New Orleans, following Hurricane Katrina, and in Haiti, after the earthquake in 2010. Rebecca enjoys gardening, the beauty of Florida beaches, and the adventure of Jeep Life. She is the proud guardian of a kitty cat, Timmy. Providing exceptional service and caring for each precious furry family member as her own is Rebecca's special talent.
Nikki Smith, CVT Customer Care Coordinator/ Technician
Nikki was born in Queens, New York but grew up here in New Port Richey, Florida. In the summer of 2011, Nikki graduated with honors from St. Petersburg College with an Associate of Science degree in Veterinary Technology. In November of 2011, Nikki began working with Dr. Canfield as a dermatology technician at BluePearl Veterinary Partners. She is a certified veterinary technician working toward specialty certification in dermatology. Her interests in the veterinary field include but are not limited to behavior, nutrition, and exotic animal husbandry. Nikki enjoys spending time with her husband Marty and their canine, feline, and exotic pets. Her other hobbies and interests include: drawing, photography, interior design, and the great outdoors.