Dr. Jennifer Tsung

DVM

Dr. Jennifer Tsung completed her Bachelor of Science degree in 1995 at New York University. She continued her education at the Royal Veterinary College in London, England, and graduated as a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2001. Dr. Tsung has worked in multiple practices throughout New York City and Hong Kong. She decided to settle down in Inwood, New York and open the Inwood Animal Clinic in 2008.

Dr. Kevin Shimel

DVM

A native of Queens, New York, Dr. Kevin Shimel graduated from Iowa State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1996, and has a BS in Animal Science and Chemistry from ISU as well. Dr. Shimel has a strong interest in Feline Medicine, and spent several years as a “Caterinarian”. He has also devoted part of his career to Emergency Medicine. Having practiced in various settings, Dr. Shimel continues to expand his interests as a well-rounded Veterinarian.

Deciding to become a Veterinarian at an early age, he has a lifelong resume of working with pets, to include Kennel Work, Dog Grooming, Shelter Work, Training and Rescue. As an avid participant in AKC Dog Shows and Field Trials, he has shown Borzoi and other purebred dogs for 38 years, and is an internationally known and AKC approved Dog Show Judge and speaker.

As a believer in staying busy, Dr Shimel has 16 years of experience in the restaurant industry and continues to enjoy cooking at home. Between his undergraduate and graduate degrees, he spent 7 years as a Research Chemist. He is also an accomplished photographer with a history of gallery exhibits and speaking engagements showcasing his world travels and photo journalistic images of life on the planet.

Dr. Christina Carbonell

DVM

Dr. Cristina Carbonell was born and raised in Queens, NY. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and her veterinary degree from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating, she completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at Long Island Veterinary Specialists in Plainview, NY. Dr Carbonell has been working in private practice in the NYC area for over 15 years.

Dr. Carbonell is USDA-accredited. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, New York State Veterinary Medical Society and the Veterinary Medical Association of NYC.

During her free time, Dr. Carbonell enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

Dr. Josh Kolbert

DVM

Dr. Kolbert is our newest addition to Inwood Animal Clinic! He is a 2022 graduate of Ross University with clinical experience at Louisiana State University. Dr. Kolbert focuses on providing excellent patient care along with client education ensuring qood quality of life for all our beloved clients. In his free time, Dr Kolbert enjoys ducks, hiking, watching sports, going to the gym, and playing with his dog Loki. He is very happy to be a part of the IAC team.

Dr. Mark Landesman

DVM

Dr. Mark Landesman received his undergraduate degree from SUNY at Buffalo, and his veterinary degree from the Université de Liège Veterinary Faculty in Brussels, Belgium. After graduation, he practiced mostly in the humane area, spending several years at the Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital of the ASPCA, North Shore Animal League and Bideawee. Interspersed in his career were several positions in private practice, including emergency medicine as well as being a private practice owner for 12 years.

Dr. Landesman is a member of the New York City Veterinary Medical Association, the New York State Veterinary Medical Society, and the American Veterinary Medical Association. His veterinary areas of special interest include oncology, gastroenterology, surgery, and emergency and critical care.

Dr. Landesman lives in Manhattan with his rescue dog Harper a “Sato Rescue” from Puerto Rico who just loves every person and dog he sees. In his spare time he enjoys jogging, swimming, biking, going to the gym and taking advantage of the wonderful cultural offerings of the big city. In the winter, he is a devoted ski bunny spending his down time at his Upstate Catskills cabin.

 

 

Dr. Debbie Yang

DVM

Dr. Debbie Yang started her veterinary training in the Caribbean prior to graduating veterinary school at the University of Sydney. She then went on to pursue advanced surgical training for several years, followed by many years of working in emergency medicine. Dr. Yang enjoys bringing her wealth of knowledge into the general practice setting, where she can guide pet parents from puppy/kittenhood to old age. She enjoys performing more advanced soft tissue surgeries and managing chronic disease, with a focus on maintaining quality of life through all stages of pet life.