Our Veterinary Interns
Mentoring Veterinary Students & New Graduates

Proud Supporters of the Next Generation of Veterinary Professionals

Our internship program provides veterinary students and new graduate Doctors of Veterinary Medicine (DVMs) with the opportunity to learn from our experienced team through hands-on experience and dedicated mentorship.

Under the guidance of our skilled veterinarians, our interns gain valuable clinical knowledge while contributing to the compassionate care we provide every day. Whether they are refining their medical skills, learning advanced procedures, or strengthening their client communication, our interns play an essential role in our hospital.

Want to learn more on how you can be part of our program? Explore our internship and externship opportunities.

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Dr. Abigail Dial - Rotating Intern Veterinarian

Dr. Abigail Dial ("Abbey") is originally from northeast Ohio and pursued her undergraduate studies at Ohio University. She earned her veterinary degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, completing her clinical year at the University of Minnesota.

With a passion for zoo and wildlife medicine, Abbey enjoys working with animals of all shapes and sizes. In her free time, she loves hiking, scuba diving, camping, road-tripping, and spending time with her beloved basset hound, Walter.

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Dr. Allison Wessels, DVM, BS - Intern Exotic Veterinarian

Dr. Wessels serves as an exotic intern at Neel Veterinary Hospital. She was originally from Iowa and earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the Iowa State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences in 2020, followed by her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2024. Dr. Wessels is passionate about exotic animal medicine, with additional interests in emergency care and dentistry.

In her free time, Dr. Wessels enjoys reading, painting, and swimming. She also loves to travel internationally and explore National Parks across the United States.

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Dr. Yiran Chao - Small Animal Rotating Intern

Dr. Yiran Chao, a native to Westchester, NY, earned her Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from Tulane University and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. She completed her clinical year at Louisiana State University. With a strong passion for neurology, Dr. Chao is driven to pursue board certification in the field.

Outside of work, Dr. Chao enjoys reading, cooking, and spending quality time with her beloved island dog, Duck