About the Vet Hospital

Our Philosophy

At Good Shepherd Veterinary Hospital, we strive to provide high quality veterinary care to the Greater Pittsburgh area, who are demanding the next level of veterinary medicine. Our goal is to educate the public about animal care and public health, while promoting “Healthy Pets, Happy Owners” and creating long-term doctor-patient-client relationships. We will be adding and changing the contents of this site frequently, so be sure to check back for updates! If you have any input or comments on how to make this site more educational we open to and all suggestions.

Good Shepherd Veterinary Hospital History

Good Shepherd Veterinary Hospital was founded in 2007 as a privately owned practice by Dr. Ibrahim, with a vision of creating a hospital where high-quality medicine and compassionate care go hand in hand. With extensive experience in emergency surgery and avian medicine, Dr. Ibrahim brought advanced medical knowledge and a diverse skill set to the community, allowing the hospital to care for a wide variety of patients and medical needs. From the beginning, the focus has been on treating every pet as a valued member of the family while building lasting relationships with the people who love them.

As the practice grew and earned the trust of clients throughout the area, Good Shepherd Veterinary Hospital expanded its facility in 2016 to better serve the increasing needs of the community. This growth allowed the hospital to enhance its services, improve patient care, and continue its commitment to providing thorough, personalized veterinary medicine in a welcoming and supportive environment. Today, the hospital remains dedicated to combining medical excellence with genuine compassion, ensuring pets receive the care they deserve at every stage of life.

Accolades, Memberships and Associations

Best Veterinarian - Best of Pittsburgh September

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Dr. Hisham Ibrahim, DVMHead Veterinarian

I am Dr. Hisham Ibrahim, a veterinarian with a lifelong commitment to caring for animals. I earned my degree from Tufts University in Boston, where I built a strong foundation in veterinary medicine and discovered my passion for helping animals in need. After graduating, I spent several years working in emergency medicine. That experience challenged me to think quickly, act decisively, and provide critical care in high-pressure situations, all of which helped shape the veterinarian I am today. I later went on to open my own small animal practice, where I have been proudly serving my community for over 20 years. Throughout my career, I have focused on building lasting relationships with my clients and providing compassionate, high-quality care to their pets.

Chelsey Giardina, BS, VMD, IVCA CertifiedAnimal Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Chinese Herbal Therapies

Originally from Hermitage Pennsylvania, Dr. Chelsey Giardina grew up surrounded by animals big and small. During her time at Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Chelsey completed an undergraduate thesis with The Pennsylvania State Animal
Diagnostic Laboratory, volunteering projects with the local greyhound rescue, and a summer internship at The Philadelphia Zoo in exotic animal care and husbandry. Chelsey Opened Companions in Motion LLC in 2013; Companions in Motion LLC offers complete certified Animal Chiropractic care for dogs, cats and horses. CIM also offers TCVM including Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Therapies. In the same year, she began consulting with and offering relief services for Good Shepard Veterinary Hospital.

Dr. Philo

Dr. Philo will soon be joining our team! We look forward to welcoming him to the hospital and introducing him to our clients and patients in the near future.

Our Valuable Team Members

Emilee WaldropVeterinary Technician

My name is Emilee Waldrop. I have grown up with animals my entire life. I find nothing is more rewarding than to share my expertise with all animals and help take care of them. I started my career dog sitting and caring for many pets in my area. I had the opportunity to branch out my care working for Dr. Ibrahim and I find purpose in every day I spend at Good Shepherd.

Hannah CurryVeterinary Technician

I started my career with pets when I was just 10 years old with pet sitting and dog walking. Continuing throughout the years, I volunteered with Dr. I and Good
Shepherd when I was a teenager and have been a veterinary technician for 5 ½ years while attending AAHA’s online schooling. I have always enjoyed working with animals and have had many of my own throughout the years.

Chelsea O Leary BSBAAdministrative Assistant and Customer Service Specialist

My name is Chelsea O’Leary and I have been a part of the Good
Shepherd Vet Hospital team since 2012 as a part-time Client Service Specialist. I received my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from RMU in 2011, and although I have a full time career outside of GSVH, I have chosen to remain a part of this wonderful hospital and team whenever I am needed. My fiancé and I reside on a small farm north of Cranberry with our young daughter and a plethora of critters (furry, hoofed and feathered) to keep us busy.

Christy KellyCustomer Service Specialist

My name is Christy Kelley. I have been a client with Good Shepherd since 2014 and joined the staff as a receptionist in 2019. I focus on providing excellent, caring customer service while also assisting with hospital administration. I live in the Mars community with my husband, daughter, and rescue dog Shadow. While I may not know your name, chances are I know your pet!

Shannon BowmanVeterinary Assistant

My name is Shannon Bowman, and I hold a Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology. My career in animal care began at age 17 as a kennel assistant while completing a high school Veterinary Assistant program. I am deeply committed to animal welfare and find fulfillment in providing high-quality care to all animals. I am proud to work with such an exceptional veterinary team here at Good Shepherd.

Ciara MikulaVeterinary Assistant

I grew up with rescue animals and became interested in veterinary medicine at an early age. I started my journey pet sitting and volunteering with both small and large animals before becoming a veterinary assistant at Good Shepherd. I am majoring in rehab science at the University of Pittsburgh and I will be applying to veterinary schools soon!