About Us

Dr. Sichnik
Veterinarian

Dr. Sichnik graduated from the Hungarian state University of Veterinary Medical Science in 1985. After practicing in a teaching hospital of the University he moved into a private practice. In 1993 he obtained a NY state license at Cornell University. As an emergency veterinarian he was the emergency medicine provider for the lower Hudson Valley area in the Emergency Clinic of Poughkeepsie.

Dr. Sichnik opened the Animal Hospital of Morris Park in 1994. His academic credentials include the formulation and development of a unique medical treatment for dogs and cats who have ear infections, including the successful treatment of chronic non-responsive ear problems. His medical interests include dogs and cats, orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, ophthalmology, and dermatology.

Dr. Sichnik is married and has two kids, Sophia and Daniel, who are fond of dogs and cats as well.

Dr. Halty
Associate Veterinarian

Dr Halty was born in Santiago, Chile on November 27, 1951. He entered the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Chile in 1972. Then he emigrated to Argentina in 1973 without finishing his veterinary studies. In 1978, Dr Halty emigrated to USA and in 1980, he joined the US Army getting an honorable discharge in 1983. He got married in 1983, and he has 3 children, all of whom live in Chile.

Dr Halty entered the Bronx Community College in 1984 obtaining the Degree of Applied sciences in 1987 with Honors.
He worked in different jobs, but he always had the dream to become a Veterinarian. So in 1995 Dr Halty returned to Chile and re-started his veterinarian carrier, graduating in August 2000.

He worked as a large animal veterinarian for a short period of time in Chile, but he returned to the States in the year 2001. After several years working to validate his Title, Dr Halty Obtained the Title of DVM in 2009. Since then he has been working as an associate Veterinarian, first for Banfield and currently at Animal Hospital of Morris Park.

Dr Hussein
Associate Veterinarian

Dr Hussein graduated from Assuit University of Egypt Veterinary College in 1992.  He also finished training at the Animal Medical Center in Manhattan in 1995 and since then has been practicing veterinary medicine in New York.

Dr Gibney
Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Gibney was born in New Jersey and graduated from Michigan State University with a BS in Medical Technology in 1983 and again from MSU college of Veterinary Medicine in 1989.

Dr. Gibney owned a small animal hospital in South Jersey from 1993 to 2017, after working in two private practices in NJ previously.

As an active reptile owner, he saw a need for “other” animals to be cared for and used that interest to try to help exotic animals and the people who had them. He was able to do a period of time watching over the zoo animals Bridgeton Zoo in NJ.

He is most proud of his three children, one of which is currently attending Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr Hernandez
Associate Veterinarian

I’m from Mexico city, graduated from National Autonomous University of Mexico.
Since I can remember I love medicine and animals, that’s why I decided to dedicate my life to both of them. I’ve been working with dogs and cats for 8 years, and nothing makes me happier than see when all my efforts turn into a happy patient and a happy family.

Dr Gonzalez
Associate Veterinarian

Dr González was born and raised in Mexico City. He studied Veterinary Medicine and Zootechnics at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, graduated in 2018. He is interested in the Medicine of dogs, cats and pigs.
Another of his passions is dance, he worked as a dancer for 10 years.

Meet Our Technical Staff

Kentus Pierre-Louis

Kentus joined our staff in 2008. He has been in the veterinary field since 2006. He loves the company and affection of pets. He loves biking, swimming, and playing soccer.

Nelson Texeira

Nelson joined Animal Hospital of Morris Park in 2014. Born and raised in the Bronx. Nelson developed a passion for wild life early in his life and spent most of his days collecting and observing the New York fauna and volunteering at local pet shops, working with reptiles and exotic birds while studying.

He attended BCC and graduated with associates in Zoology and  acertificate in Animal Care and management as an intern for the Bronx Zoo. Then pursued his BA in biology at Cuny Lehman. He is currently enrolled in Penn Foster’s Vet Technician Program. Nelson lives in Rye, New York and when he is not working or with his son he is photographing wild life and hiking.

Pedro Gomez

I’m from Puebla, Mexico. I have the opportunity to work here since May, I’ve been practicing vet medicine since 2003 and now I’m in my process to get my vet license here in NY, I’m interested in emergency, cardiology and surgery field. I like to keep continue learning to give all the best for the spoiled one of your family… your pet!

Augusto Corro

Hi! My name is Augusto and I am Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Mexico. I graduated from the Universidad Del Valle de Mexico (UVM Laurette International University). Along with completing my DVM program, I am also certified in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of cats and dogs.
I started my career working in Equine medicine for a year and spending the next 4 years in an Animal Hospital back in Mexico City working on internal medicine and anesthesiology on cats and dogs. I have a passion for internal medicine and rehabilitating senior cats and dogs. The best reward is being able to give pain relief and a great quality of life to as many senior pets as possible.

Pilar Cervantes

Hi, my name is Pilar and I was born and raised in Mexico. I’m currently working at the Animal Hospital of Morrison Park, I’m glad I’m here because I consider this place is full of people that, like me, love their profession: taking care of the most vulnerable members of the family: “the pets”. My aim here is to assist owners in their process of learning how to take care of their furry companions, because for me, taking care of animals is not merely my profession, but everything I am.

Meet Our Front Desk Staff with our doctors:

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Minerva Acevedo

Minerva Acevedo

Minerva has been in the field for over 20 years. Is her passion to save and help animals. At the moment she has five dogs and two cats.

Melisa McNally

Melisa McNally has the passion to help animals. Since she was a little girl she has always had dogs and cats by her side. She loves working here at the Animal Hospital of Morris Park because she is able to learn everyday dealing with all the different canine and felines she encounters on a daily basis.

Vanessa Carrion

Hi, my name is Vanessa and this is my first time working in an animal hospital and I love it. Even though I’ve been in the pet industry for over 15 years I’m glad to have the opportunity to join the Animal Hospital of Morris Park family and continue to help pet parents in need.