Dr. Steve was born and raised in Chicago, where he earned a B.S. in Biology/Ecology from Loyola University before going on to receive his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Illinois. After graduation, he spent two years at a busy 24-hour emergency clinic in a Chicago suburb before relocating to Colorado, drawn by its natural beauty and year-round opportunities to be outdoors.
Throughout his training, Dr. Steve sought out diverse hands-on experiences, including studying ecology in Costa Rica, environmental science in Australia, wildlife medicine in Zimbabwe, and volunteering at an animal shelter in Greece. Today, he continues to support animal welfare closer to home by fostering for local rescue organizations and caring for his three rescue cats. In addition to his work with Caring Pathways, he also practices as a small animal veterinarian, providing comprehensive care to pets and their families. Outside of vet med, he enjoys playing and watching hockey, seeing live music, snowboarding, and hiking.
Dr. Steve has a special passion for geriatric and end-of-life care and has been proud to serve with Caring Pathways since 2019. He considers it a true privilege to help families navigate difficult moments with compassion, and believes that a peaceful, comfortable passing is one of the greatest gifts we can give our beloved companions after they have spent their lives loving us unconditionally.
