Our North Reading Team
Meet the Pack
At North Reading Veterinary Clinic, we’re not just a team of professionals in scrubs; we’re a group of pet enthusiasts eager to share smiles, stories, and compassionate care with you and your furry friends.
Get to know the personalities behind the lab coats, as we strive to make every visit not just about health but about building a lasting connection with both you and your beloved pets.
Our Doctors
Craig Cox
DVM
Owner of North Reading Veterinary Clinic, Dr. Craig Cox earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. He completed his clinical training at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine and was the valedictorian of his graduating class at Ross. Dr. Cox has worked in the veterinary field since he was 16 years old. Experience as a veterinary technician prior to attending veterinary school has prepared Dr. Cox to understand all the roles within the veterinary team. A native of Woburn, Dr. Cox began his career as a doctor on the South Coast of Massachusetts at a busy small animal practice before returning to the North Shore. He has over 20 years of experience as a small animal veterinary practitioner, with special interests in emergency, geriatric and internal medicine. Dr. Cox lives locally with his wife and two children. He has two yellow labs named Russell and Pemi and 2 cats named Clover and Boulder. When not working, Dr. Cox enjoys spending time with his family and watching football and hockey.
Suzanne Kay
DVM
Dr. Suzanne Kay earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, completing her final clinical year at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. Dr. Kay worked as a Veterinary Technician for several years prior to attending veterinary school. Having the experience as a veterinary technician Dr. Kay knows how important patient care and comfort are while visiting or staying in the hospital. She grew up in Nahant and has worked long term at several practices throughout Eastern Massachusetts, joining North Reading Veterinary Clinic part-time in 2019. Her special interests include veterinary dentistry and feline medicine. She lives locally with her family including 2 beautiful labradors, 2 cats and a bearded dragon. When not working she enjoys reading, being outdoors, time at the beach, and watching her kids play hockey and softball.
Stephanie Solinger
DVM
Dr. Stephanie Solinger earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2007. She has practiced on the North Shore for the past 17 years as both an associate and a relief veterinarian. Her interests include feline and internal medicine. Dr. Solinger strives to provide individualized, detail-oriented care for patients of all ages and enjoys practicing medicine that encompasses all life stages.
Dr. Solinger lives locally with her family and a small menagerie of household pets that she lovingly calls the “scratch and dent crew”. Outside of her clinical duties, she enjoys gardening, baking, outdoor adventures with her children and tending to her flock of chickens, ducks, geese, pigeons and quail.
Linda Wong
DVM
Bio coming soon!
Our Staff
Parker
Parker started working at North Reading Veterinary Clinic in August of 2018. After obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, she decided to pursue her interest in veterinary medicine, a passion that started at a very young age when she would go to work with her mom at their local veterinary hospital. For her senior thesis, Parker produced and directed a documentary film investigating the differing cultural perspectives of dogs. She traveled to Puerto Rico, Texas and throughout the North East to conduct interviews and research for the film. Parker lives in Lynnfield with her Holland Lop Rabbit, Walter and two French Bulldogs, Phoebe and Stella. In her free time, Parker enjoys spending time with her family and pets, long-distance running, skiing and cooking. She loves working at NRVC because she is constantly learning something new!
Maddie
Maddie began working at North Reading Veterinary Clinic in January of 2020. At the time, Maddie was finishing up her senior year at Essex Agricultural and Technical School where she was in the veterinary science program. Currently, Maddie is attending college to fulfill her goal of becoming a certified veterinary technician. Maddie has always had pets growing up and currently shares her house with three Boxers named Shelly, Gisele, and Nova along with a Cockatiel named Good Boy. Maddie enjoys spending time with her family and pets and is always looking to learn something new!
Maria
Maria is our head receptionist. She has been working at North Reading Veterinary Clinic since 2002. Maria enjoys greeting both the people and pets that are coming into the clinic. She shares her home with Letty, a Boston Terrier and Tony, a domestic shorthaired cat. Maria enjoys spending free time with her daughter as well as scrapbooking and reading.
Madi
Bio coming soon!
Sharon
Sharon joined our team in March 2025. She got her start in veterinary medicine working for an emergency hospital in June of 2017, but eventually settled in general practice. She has special interests in toxicity, zoonotic diseases, and laboratory diagnostics. Someday, she’d like to go back to school and become a certified veterinary technician. Sharon spends her spare time with her pets and family, reading, and writing. She has 3 cats – Sheba, Aravis, and Remus, and 1 dog, Gracie.
Jenna
Jenna joined our team in August 2024 as a veterinary assistant; However, she has been working in the veterinary medicine field since 2019. She earned her certification for pet CPR and first aid in February of 2019, and in January of 2022 earned her certification as a veterinary assistant through Animal Behavior College. She is dedicated to learning all that she can about the veterinary medicine world, and is always adding to her schooling from her fellow teammates and doctors. Jenna hopes that she can make every visit a pleasant experience for both clients and patients. She has always had a love and passion for helping and caring for all kinds of pets since a young age. Outside of work Jenna has her own pet sitting/walking business called ‘Nuzzle & Cuddle’, and during her free time she enjoys spending time with her pets and vacationing in Maine.
Emma
Bio coming soon!
Nicole
Nicole joined North Reading Veterinary Clinic in November 2024. She began her career in veterinary medicine in 2017 as a receptionist while completing her Veterinary Technology degree at North Shore Community College. After graduating in 2018, she successfully passed her national boards and became a certified veterinary technician. Nicole is also Fear Free Certified and is passionate about creating a low-stress experience for both pets and their owners. She has a particular interest in dentistry, client education, and mentoring those new to the field. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys watching hockey, reading, spending time by the water, and being with her family- both two- and four-legged.