Dr. Yoon Chay, VMD
Dr. Chay was born in South Korea and came to the United States when he was 14 years old to further his education. He has been living in the U.S. since and has become a proud citizen. Dr. Chay completed his undergraduate degree in economics at Yale University, but after working at a consulting firm in New York, he decided to follow his life-long dream to become a veterinarian. He attended the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine after which he completed an internship at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital. He has worked for various small animal practices in Delaware and Pennsylvania, and operated his own house-call veterinary service prior to purchasing Town and Country Veterinary Hospital. He lives in Delaware with his wife who is also a veterinarian, their two children, Zuni the dog (a stray from New Mexico), and their Persian cat Mochi.
Dr. Lauren Aldinger, VMD
Dr. Aldinger had a very "sweet" upbringing in the heart of Hershey Pa. Her parents were reluctant to bring any animals into the household and as a result, it created an intense drive for Dr. Aldinger to learn everything she could about animals. Eventually her hard work and studying paid off and she was allowed to bring home a yorkie puppy after much research. Since then, Dr. Aldinger has always wanted to be a veterinarian. Her passion led her to complete an animal bioscience major at Penn State University followed by completing her veterinary degree at the University of Pennsylvania. Following graduation, Dr. Aldinger completed a small animal internship at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in Cherry Hill NJ. She is also passionate about international veterinary medicine and agriculture, which has led her to adventures across the world in Europe, China, Nepal and closer to home here on the Native American Reservations in the southwest. Dr. Aldinger loves flat-faced kitties and shares her home with her Persian Mochi, a mutt named Zuni (an adorable stray from the Zuni Native American Reservation), and her husband, also a veterinarian.
Dr. Cindy Pyrih, VMD
Dr. Cindy Pyrih grew up in Montgomery County, PA, and has lived in Delaware County for most of her adult life. She earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Richmond in English. She worked as a journalist for four years, before pursuing her dream of working with animals. She is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Pyrih has worked in several small animal practices in Pennsylvania and Delaware. She has a special interest in animal behavior and geriatrics, in particular, keeping senior dogs and cats comfortable and happy. Dr. Pyrih and her husband live in Garnet Valley, where they raised three children. They share their home with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Kirby, and an orange and white cat named Archie Herman Simba (because all the kids wanted to name him). Her hobbies include spending time with family, reading, bicycling and painting. She also is an advocate for autism-related causes.
Sara Barlowe, DVM
Dr. Sara Barlowe, originally from Long Island, NY, received her B.S. in Biology from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. She went on to receive her DVM from Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in Massachusetts. Dr. Barlowe then went on to work for a few small and exotics private practices in Delaware & PA before joining Town & Country as a relief doctor in 2019. When she is not practicing medicine, Dr. Barlowe enjoys hiking, hosting game nights, drawing and painting, and spending time with her husband and furry and feathered family. She shares her home with her husband Chris, a black and white boxer mix named Juno, Korean Street Dog named Winston, a mischievous cat named Catrick, and a strong willed rescue cockatiel named Bobby.
Jolie, Office Manager
Jolie grew up in Media, PA graduating from Penncrest High School in 2007. She attended Delaware Valley College and graduated in 2011 with a B.S. degree in Small Animal Science. Jolie has been working in the veterinary field since 2007 and joined our team in July 2019. Jolie’s lifelong passion for animals began at a young age, having grown up with a VARIETY of pets. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, son, cats Grizwold, Essie, and Alf, and pup, Aurora.
Jeanne, Receptionist
Jeanne started working at Town & Country in 2021 and she loves it! She had always wanted to work with animals after she retired from her position as an office manager at the University of Pennsylvania. Currently, Jeanne has two rescue dogs, Sabrina and Gracie, and an 18-year-old cat named Archie. In her free time, Jeanne enjoys spending time with her pets, reading and playing video games.
Sarah, Receptionist
Sarah has been working at Town and Country since 2019. She started as a kennel attendant and now works as a receptionist at the front desk. She has a degree from Temple University in History, and is currently earning her graduate certificate in Information Science and Technology, also at Temple. She loves working with animals, and spends lots of time hanging out with her big orange cat, Carl. She hopes to continue working with animals at Town and Country, and adopting lots more pets in the future.
Tori, Receptionist
Tori joined the TCVH crew in 2023. She graduated from Interboro High School in 2016 and has been working with animals since; from doggie daycare, grooming, dog walking and vet tech work. She’s always had a huge heart for animals (especially horses). One day she wants to own a big farm for rescued animals. Tori spends her free time by going on adventures with her boyfriend, Devon, playing video games and spending time with her family. She has 5 cats; Cleo, Eddie, Roly, Momo and Lilith. Two bearded dragons; Frankie and Andy. And a ball python, Hercules.
Milan, Receptionist
Milan is a current student at Neumann University studying biology. After graduation she plans to further her education in wildlife biology and veterinary medicine. Milan started working for Town and Country in October of 2023. In her spare time she enjoys videography, photography, and creative writing. When she is not at school or work she enjoys spending time with her cat Milo.
Nicki, Technician
Nicki has enjoyed working for TCVH since October 2017. She received her A.S. degree in animal science from the University of Pennsylvania and earned her veterinary technician certification in 2009. Over the last 17 years, Nicki has worked in various veterinary settings, such as emergency care, ICU, and surgery. She is currently enrolled in a B.S. program for animal studies and plans to become a veterinary nurse practitioner. In her free time, Nicki enjoys playing with her pitbull Xena, and her two American Staffordshires, Atlas and Deacon, and her two cats, Luna and Kiara.
Miranda, Technician
Miranda is a recent graduate of West Chester University where she received a B.S. in Biology with a concentration in Ecology and Conservation. She has enjoyed working at Town & Country since November 2017. Her passion for animals and science started from a young age and she plans to pursue a career in research as a Wildlife Biologist after graduation. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, taking care of her plants, and discovering new hiking trails with her dog, Butterscotch.
Lena, Technician
Lena is a recent graduate of University of Delaware. she plans to pursue further education with a M.S. in Animal Science and Behavior. Lena has always had a love of animals and joined TCVH in June 2021. In the future she hopes to work at Disney's Animal Kingdom. In her free time, Lena loves reading, hanging out with friends, playing with her dogs, Koda and Meadow, and her cats, Pesto and Basil.
Nikko, Technician
Nikko (He/Him) grew up in Downingtown, PA and graduated from Downingtown West High School in 2018. Growing up, his family fostered animals from All 4 Paws and he eventually began working as a kennel/adoption counselor at Brandywine Valley SPCA. A year later, Nikko moved to the clinic in Malvern and worked as a technician, eventually transitioning to surgery. Nikko joined TCVH in January 2022 and lives in Brookhaven with his fiancee, four cats (Lilly, Mazey, Frankie, and Timmy), his dog Luna and three lizards (Nugget, Freya, Duckie).
Amber, Technician
Amber is currently in school studying biology and animal science. She earned her veterinary assistant certification online and previously volunteered at the SPCA. Amber joined TCVH as a kennel attendant in 2019 and has transitioned to a technician. Amber has always loved rescuing animals and plans to work at SeaWorld Rescue in Florida or a zoo animal hospital. In her free time, she enjoys taking her golden retriever, Tigger, on walks and to the dog park.
Kashyia, Technician
Kashyia grew up in Philadelphia, PA, graduated from W.B. Saul High School with a focus in Animal Science in 2016. She graduated from the Pennsylvania State University, University Park Campus with a B.S. in Animal Science and a minor in Equine Science in 2020. Kashyia has been working with animals since high school as a student farmer, started in the veterinary field almost 2 years ago and joined TCVH in July 2021. She is interested in attending veterinary school in the near future to become a mixed animal veterinarian. Kashyia enjoys spending her free time with 2 cats Coco and Zoro, her husband and family.
Sarah, Technician
Sarah spent her Virginian childhood surrounded by a variety of pets: from dogs and cats, to snakes and turtles. It didn’t matter what kind of animal she found, she was always drawn to providing it care, love, and attention. Much to her parents’ dismay, she was constantly bringing home new friends and even cared for a large colony of stray cats - taming many of them so they could be adopted into loving homes. She graduated from Bethany College with a degree in Education, but eventually returned to her love of veterinary medicine and horses by working at New Bolton Center before accepting a leadership position at an equine only ambulatory practice. Sarah started at TCVH in 2023 as an externship for her veterinary technician certification schooling, but decided she just couldn’t leave! Outside of work, she spends her time at her friend’s farm horseback riding and caring for the herd. As a home-body, she is often snuggled in with her husband, dog, Indiana, and 3 cats, Blue, Axle, and Loki watching a good movie, taking way too many photos, or practicing yoga.
