Veterinarians in Brewster, NY
Meet the veterinary team at Roosevelt Veterinary Center, a small animal hospital in Brewster, NY, providing caring veterinary services for dogs and cats in a clean, calm, and professional setting.
Get to Know the Veterinarians of Roosevelt Veterinary Center
We are a small animal hospital, catering to dogs and cats with top-notch veterinary care. Whether you’re looking for a clean and calm atmosphere for your pet or a house call, our veterinary clinic offers a full array of pet health services to meet your specific needs. Our animal hospital, located in Brewster, NY, was built to honor the ideals of a true family practice with state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and treatments.
Meet the Roosevelt Veterinary Team
Dr. Allison Glassman
Principal and Founder of Roosevelt Veterinary Center
Dr. Allison Glassman grew up in the Hudson Valley and graduated from Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. After working in New York City, she went to veterinary school and graduated from Ross University’s School of Veterinary Medicine.
In her words: I am so proud to say that in October 2023, Roosevelt Vet Center entered our 18th year! Hard to believe it has been that long. Some of our clients have been with us from the very beginning, while most have come on board through the years. We are continually expanding our services to better meet the needs of our community. New doctors and technicians have joined us, which has helped create a more robust and thorough medical team.
Our Dog Daycare and Boarding facility, Roosevelt Mansion, is thriving under the direction of my husband, Alberto. Roosevelt Mansion is growing every week with more pups coming to play. We are renovating to make space for a grooming salon.
I am so proud of our team for creating and maintaining a place where pet parents and their four-legged loved ones feel safe, listened to, and appreciated. Above all else, they are kept happy and healthy.
My children are now 14 and 16 and are developing into smart, responsible, and fun teenagers. Both are excelling in their Advanced Placement and AP classes. Sean enjoys playing center field for the Patterson Pirates, and Maggie runs cross country for Carmel High. We love to take trips together, with the most recent being to Bermuda and Key West.
Meet the Roosevelt Veterinary Center Team
Dr. Abdul Hai, Veterinarian
Dr. Abdul Hai earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2021 from the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore. Excelling as one of the top students, he quickly initiated the licensure process to practice in the USA.
Initially, he relocated to Lexington, Kentucky, the Horse Capital of the World, in 2022, to work with polo horses. There, he contributed to one of the world’s foremost equine hospitals before transitioning to small animal practice at Roosevelt Veterinary Center. Dr. Hai values his empathic colleagues as well as the high-quality medicine and mentorship from Dr. Allison Glassman. With a keen interest in surgery, he aspires to become a Diplomate surgeon.
Beyond veterinary medicine, he cherishes spending time with his wife, Aneeza, who pursues a master’s at Columbia. He is also a state-level badminton player. Driven by a passion for learning American expressions, he explores diverse foods and new places in his spare time.
Dr. Maria Lagana, Veterinarian
Dr. Maria Lagana was raised in Westchester County in an animal-loving family. She spent her youth motivated by a desire to assist animals in need. Horses were and continue to be her passion. Her family and friends were not surprised when she pursued her dream of becoming a veterinarian. She earned her undergraduate and DVM degrees from Cornell University, where she was a leader in animal welfare organizations. She also worked in the field of epidemiology while pursuing her studies.
Dr. Lagana began her career after graduation at South Salem Animal Hospital. She eventually opened her animal hospital in Westchester County, where she enjoyed years of success. Dr. Lagana returned to the area after selling her practice and is delighted to be working with us now. She believes in treating all animals as if they were her own.
Dr. Lagana resides in Newtown, Connecticut, with her husband, Dr. Schleiter, who practices at Danbury Hospital, and her numerous rescue animals. During the summer months, she enjoys spending time at her lake house in Brewster, NY.
Dr. Alex Parisien, Veterinarian
Dr. Alex Parisien was born and raised in New York. Prior to entering the veterinary field, he spent ten years working as an actor in New York and Los Angeles before deciding to transition into veterinary medicine.
Dr. Parisien began his veterinary studies at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed his final two years of education at the University of the West Indies in Trinidad, where he earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree with honors in 2023.
During his veterinary training, he completed clinical externships at top-tier institutions, including the Animal Medical Center, BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital, and Oradell Animal Hospital, gaining valuable experience in internal medicine, surgery, dermatology, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
His professional interests include preventive care, internal medicine, and pain management.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Parisien enjoys staying active through fitness and tennis, dancing salsa and tango, watching a good series, and spending quality time with his girlfriend, his family, and his cat, Ted.
Laura
Practice Manager
Laura recently joined the Roosevelt team as practice manager in June 2025. She has spent the past five years as a veterinary hospital manager and also brings with her ten years’ experience as a substitute elementary school teacher. Laura also has an MBA in management. When she is not working at Roosevelt, Laura enjoys being home with her little “zoo” as she calls it. Which surrounds her with reptiles, birds and of course her precious small dogs.
Katie
Veterinary Technician
Katie came to Roosevelt with 12 years of experience in the veterinary medicine field. She attended San Juan College’s Distance Learning Program while working full time to care for her pets: kitties Samantha, Ianto, George, and Jingle Bells, and pups Morris and Hannah Rose. In her spare time, she likes to write fiction stories, take photos of her pets for Instagram, make jewelry and rosaries by hand, and bake (though her cooking leaves something to be desired!)
Lauren
Front Desk Receptionist
Lauren joined Roosevelt Veterinary Center in late October of 2022. Previously, she had worked as the manager of a doggy daycare, boarding, and grooming facility for almost four years. Lauren has been an animal lover all her life and has helped care for dogs, cats, and other small critters belonging to her family and friends over the years.
Martha
Veterinary Technician
Martha joined Roosevelt in 2021. She became a Veterinary Technician as a second career, graduating from Mercy College, and has 20 years’ experience in the field. She is especially interested in anesthesia and pain management, helping to keep patients healthy and pain free during surgery. A Hudson Valley native, she lives with her long-haired chihuahua, Tino, whom she helped deliver almost 16 years ago. In her spare time, Martha does a lot of pet sitting and enjoys reading, pottery, and spending time with her sister and nephew.
Schedule a Visit With Our Team
Our veterinary team is here to provide caring, knowledgeable support for your dog or cat. Contact Roosevelt Veterinary Center today to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services in Brewster, NY.