Honored Mentor

Kathleen (Kathy) Collins

DVM, CCRP, DACVS

Kathy is an inspiration for work life balance!
- Tracy Nicole Frey, DVM, DACVS (Small Animal)

She taught me self-care and that taking care of your people is essential.
- Justin Scott Harper, DVM, MS, DACVS (Large Animal)

Thank you for so generously sharing your wisdom and encouragement!
- S. Anthony Kahn, DVM, DACVS (Small Animal)

Kathy is an inspiration both professionally and personally. She is one of my most trusted mentors, providing support, advice, and “tough love” when indicated. I am a better surgeon and a better person thanks to her influence in my life.
- Kathleen B. Mullins, DVM, DACVS (Small Animal)

Kathy is a wise sage and a true mentor in every sense of the word. I am very blessed to have Kathy in my life and know she is always there for me. I want to be like Kathy when I grow up!
- Rebecca A. Tudor, DVM, DACVS

Kathy has tirelessly helped my entire career even before I was a surgeon. She volunteered her time for resident logs, emails guiding budding new surgeons with clinical advice, and now as a Jedi Master running her own practice, breaking molds, while having a fierce, healthy lifestyle. Kind words, healing hugs, judgement free listening, and a kick in the pants to take time off for self-preservation make her my rock as a “grown-up” surgeon.
- Jennifer L. Wardlaw, DVM, MS, DACVS (Small Animal)