Family Veterinary Business Expands with Acquisition

WILBRAHAM — East Springfield Veterinary Hospital (ESVH) announced it has purchased Wilbraham Animal Hospital, which will operate under the Wilbraham name in a new, state-of-the-art animal hospital at 2424 Boston Road.

ESVH owners Amy Zander and Dr. Andrew Hersman, who began working at the family business in 1999 and 2005, respectively, before taking over ownership from their late father, Dr. Richard Hersman, also said they will add new positions due to their recent growth. Dr. Lynn Dgetluck, who formerly worked Angell Memorial West in Springfield, will join Hersman, Dr. Bill Anderson, Dr. Hannah Belcher-Timme, and Dr. Denise Chiminiello. The combined practice boasts 20 additional employees.

“We are extremely excited to offer our high level of pet care to a new community of pet parents. I think our Dad is smiling down,” Zander said. “We are also honored to have an incredible team and so thankful for their support during the growth process.”