Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital

At Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital, we understand that your pets are an important part of your life. Our highly trained staff will treat you and your pets with professionalism and courtesy, while providing you with the very best veterinary care available.

Our full-service practice offers a variety of services intended to promote your pet's overall health and longevity. Our top priority is to provide the best medical and surgical care for all of our patients using a progressive and comprehensive approach. We advocate for the total health, well-being, enjoyment and quality of life of our animal patients through client service and education. It is our privilege to care for you and your pets, so call today to learn about our services or and to schedule an appointment.
  • Mon, Wed: 8:00am-6:00pm
  • Tue, Thur: 8:00am-7:00pm
  • Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Sat: 8:00am-1:00pm
  • Sun: Closed
  • After Hrs ER: 330-239-1115

  • Robert Nathan, DVM

    Robert Nathan is co-owner of Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital. He graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1990. He has extensive experience treating dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets and other exotic animals. His passion for exotic animals, particularly reptiles, began as a child and led him to dedicating his career to veterinary medicine. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV), the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians (AAZV), and the Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV). He has served as a board member of the ARAV and edited the Roundtable for the Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Nathan works with the Akron Zoo, and is a veterinarian for the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.

    Years in Practice:
    Jan 01, 1990
    Education:
    The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine

  • Stephen Faust, DVM

    Stephen Faust  is co-owner of  Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital. He is a 1995 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He has vast experience treating dogs and cats, and a wide range of exotic species. Dr. Faust has a particular interest in orthopedic surgery. He has completed advanced training in several specialized orthopedic procedures. He is member of the AVMA and the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA). Dr. Faust also works with the Akron Zoo.

    Years in Practice:
    Jan 01, 1995
    Education:
    The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine

  • Connie Barnes, DVM

    Connie Barnes has been an associate veterinarian at Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital for nearly 30 years. She is a 1983 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Since 1993, her primary focus has been equine medicine. Dr. Barnes has a special interest in acupuncture for both horses and for small animals. She is a member of AVMA, OVMA and the North East Ohio Equine Practitioners Association (NEOEPA).
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 01, 1983
    Education:
    The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine

  • Beverly Anderholm, DVM

    Beverly Anderholm  has been an associate veterinarian with Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital since 1999. She graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1987. Her lifelong interest in horses led her to veterinary medicine. Her equine career began with a renowned equine practitioner in Pennsylvania.  Dr. Anderholm has a special interest in equine dentistry and reproduction.  She is member of the AVMA, the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP)  and NEOEPA.
    Years in Practice:
    Mar 01, 1987
    Education:
    The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine

  • Bridget Mason, DVM

    Bridget Mason joined Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital as an associate veterinarian in 2011.  She practices both small animal and equine medicine.  She is a 2009 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Following graduation, she completed an internship with Dr. Scott Bennett at Equine Services in Simpsonville, Kentucky. While there, she furthered her training in equine reproduction, lameness, internal medicine and emergency medicine. She is a member of AAEP, AVMA, OVMA and NEOEPA. She enjoys showing and riding American Saddlebreds in her spare time.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 01, 2009
    Education:
    The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine

  • David McDonald, DVM

    David McDonald founded Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital in 1978. He sold the practice to Dr. Nathan and Dr. Faust in 2004, and continued to practice equine medicine until he retired in October of 2012. 

    A graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, he began as a mixed animal practitioner before his career became focused on equine medicine, with a special interest in  reproduction.  Dr. McDonald is a member of the AVMA, OVMA and AAEP. Formerly he has served as president of the NEOEPA, the Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Association, the Ohio Quarter Horse Association, and the Summit County Veterinary Association. He was tri-chair of the All American Quarter Horse Congress for seven years.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 01, 1969
    Education:
    The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine