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Stafford Veterinary Hospital in Manahawkin employs five veterinarians and 28 auxiliary personnel. Our staff and doctors work as a professional team to give the best veterinary care possible.


Ronald F. Hurley, VMD
Ronald F. Hurley, VMD
Medical Director
Dr. Hurley earned his BS from Lafayette College in 1969 and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1973. He joined SVH after graduation, where he has been in practice ever since. When not at SVH, Dr. Hurley enjoys coaching soccer and restoring cars.
Gary van den Broek, VMD
Gary van den Broek, VMD
Dr. Gary van den Broek is a graduate of Bucknell University and the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. A practitioner at SVH since 1983, Dr. van den Broek is not afraid to get down to eye level with a pet to make everyone feel at ease during a visit.
Robert Zerbe, VMD
Robert Zerbe, VMD
Dr. Zerbe received his undergraduate degree from Penn State and graduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. He spends his spare time enjoying the seashore environment and an occasional round of golf.
Sandra McBee, DVM
Sandra McBee, DVM
Dr. McBee is a graduate of Mount Holyoke College and received a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Oklahoma State University. While in Oklahoma, she spent time volunteering - including teaching anatomy to children and working on a community spay/neuter program. Dr. McBee has been riding and training horses since grammar school, and has participated in a number of equestrian events during middle school, high school and college. She currently owns two horses, a dog, a cat and a snake. During her free time she enjoys trail riding, walking her dog, going to the beach and cooking.
Michael Pride, DVM
Michael Pride, DVM
Dr. Pride received his Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers University: Cook College and graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine completing his last year of veterinary school at Oklahoma State University. He has a strong interest in marine animal health and welfare as he has completed on externship at SeaWorld in San Antonio, TX and has volunteered his time at the Marine Mammal Conservancy (MMC) in Key Largo, Fl. Dr Pride hopes to one day offer his services at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine, NJ when not working at Stafford Veterinary Hospital. He also enjoys being at the beach and tinkering with his classic Mustang.
Management Team
Management Team
Our management team oversees the quality of service received during your visit to our hospital and clinic. We understand that your pet holds a valued place in your life and your heart so we have made it our goal to respect and honor that special bond by providing the best possible care for your pet. As part of that goal we have chosen to be accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and have our hospital measured against the most rigorous published standard in the industry.
Veterinary Technicians and Assistants
Veterinary Technicians & Assistants
The technical department at Stafford Veterinary Hospital is staffed to provide the best possible care to our patients. Our technicians have diverse backgrounds and interests. All are committed to uphold high standards of patient care and client communication. The role of the technical staff is to provide compassionate nursing care and emergency care to our patients.
Client Care Specialists
Client Care Specialists
Greeting you at the front desk, answering telephones, making up medications, responding to your requests - customer service at our hospital and clinics comes second only to the care our patients receive. Our client care specialists are knowledgeable and caring towards our clients and their pets. We understand that coming to the hospital can be a frightening experience for your pet, so our client care specialists take the time to make sure your pet is at ease in these surroundings. We are always happy to answer questions.
Quality Care Staff
Quality Care Staff
Our quality care staff is always available to make sure that the care you and your pet receive with our doctors and staff is continued both before, during and after your visit with detailed accurate medical records. They also handle the organization of special procedures, client estimates, and individual care requests. Nothing is ever too complicated for your Quality Care Team to figure out and communicate.