Dr. Margaret Hollis
Hospital Director

Dr. Hollis is originally from Southern California. She attended Michigan State University on a softball scholarship and earned her veterinary degree there as well. She completed a one year internship at a referral hospital in Virginia following veterinary school. A desire for city life, as well as a sister and three nephews, brought Dr. Hollis to D.C.  She joined our team at DVC in February 2006. Dr. Hollis shares her home with her adorable miniature wire-haired dachshunds named Greta and Helmut.  She got married in May 2008 to William Fortier.  Her free time is spent with her husband renovating their home on Capitol Hill.  You may see her cruising around town on her new Vespa!

Dr. Katie Stembler
Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Stembler grew up in Atlanta Georgia and graduated with honors from UCSB with a BS in aquatic biology. She earned her DVM from the University of Georgia. Dr. Stembler moved to DC to enjoy life in the “big city” and to be near her sisters who live in the area. She is particularly interested in soft tissue surgery and internal medicine and strives to practice “integrative medicine.” Dr. Stembler is nearing completion of a series of continuing education courses to become a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist and Certified Food Therapist. She believes that there is not one best medicine; and optimal clinical results are often achieved through the integration of the wisdom of multiple medical traditions. In her free time she enjoys running, art, travel, and hanging out with her growing family of nieces and nephews. Feel free to give us a call or make an appointment to learn more about the benefits of integrative medicine for your furry friend!

        
Dr. Maria Esbri                                                                          
Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Maria Esbri, a native of Puerto Rico, graduated from Louisiana State University in 2005.  She completed a Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship with VCA in New Mexico in 2006.  After practicing in Durham, N.C. for one year, she joined DVC with a strong interest in in internal medicine, dentistry and radiology.  Dr. Esbri lives in DC with her two cats Elena and Amelie.  She enjoys playing tennis, hiking and spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Leone is originally from Long Island, NY.  She earned her DVM degree in 2005 from Michigan State University.  After graduation she completed a Small Animal Medicine 7 Surgery internship at a specialty hospital in Albuquerque, NM.  Upon completion, she returned to Long Island where she practiced for two years.  Craving city life, she joined Dupont Veterinary Clinic in November of 2008.  Her professional interests include internal medicine and wellness care.  She has been a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners since 2005.  She currently resides in the area with her two cats, Buttons & Ruggles.  She enjoys hiking, skiing, yoga & spending time with family & friends.