Meet your Veterinarians
Dr. Nicole Fortin
Education: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and Saint George's School of Veterinary Medicine
Nicole Fortin founded Back Cove Animal Hospital with her husband Matthew in 2019. Nicole graduated from St. George's University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical training at Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine and her undergraduate degree at the University of Richmond. Nicole grew up in New Jersey but has traveled extensively before settling in Maine. Her special veterinary interests include geriatric care and internal medicine. Nicole enjoys riding horses, and loves yoga and hiking with Bowie, her Chinese Crested and Atticus, her Newfoundland.
Dr. Matthew Fortin
Education: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Having worked as a relief veterinarian throughout Southern Maine, Matthew is excited to be working with Nicole at their own practice! Matthew graduated from Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine and completed his undergraduate degree at Colgate University. He is originally from Connecticut, and always loved visiting family and friends in Maine while growing up. He has volunteered extensively with numerous humane and shelter organizations. His special veterinary interests include pain management and ultrasound. Matthew enjoys skiing, mountain biking, sailing, SCUBA diving and hiking Maine's beautiful wilderness.
Dr. Tanya Strickland
Education: Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr Tanya Strickland graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008 and spent the next 15 years practicing in Colorado. After several years as an emergency vet, Dr Strickland made the move to general practice and has been loving the long term relationships she has formed with families and their beloved pets. A New Jersey native, Dr Strickland is thrilled to be back on the east coast. She has special interests in dentistry, surgery, and senior care. In her spare time, Dr Strickland loves cooking, gardening, and spending time with her husband, 3 dogs, 2 cats, and parrot.
Dr. Neena Golden
Education: Oregon State University and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Neena Golden is a graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical year at Oregon State University. She received her Bachelor's degree at University of New Haven in Biology. She grew up in Connecticut but started the first four years of her career in Vermont. In practice, Dr. Golden has developed a passion for soft tissue surgery and really enjoys foreign body/intestinal surgery the most. She also spent two years doing emergency/critical care where she further advanced her skill set. One heartfelt story you can find is a CNN article about a dog that she helped during her time in Oregon. She was doing an externship at Dove Lewis in Portland, OR and saved a dog who was just minutes away from euthanasia, solving a mystery diagnosis of "tick paralysis". Her goal as a doctor is to offer the best standard of care for both the animal and owners while building a client doctor relationship along the way.
Her fur family includes of two cats named Milo and Maple, and three dogs: a Great Dane named Moose, a Doberman named Diesel and a Lab mix named Koda. Maple, the newest addition- is a tiny adventure cat that goes outdoors on any activity we can go in her backpack. She also has tons of fish in her 2 freshwater tanks. In her free time she enjoys camping, cooking and fishing.
Dr. Monica Norman
Education: Oklahoma State University School of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Monica Norman received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the Oklahoma State University in 1994. Monica was raised on a dairy farm in Sidney Maine and graduated from Messalonskee High school. Dr. Norman has done volunteer work with the Marine Animal Lifeline and the New Hampshire Disaster Animal Response Team. Dr. Norman currently lives on Peaks Island.
Dr. Kristen Cohen
Education: University of Minnesota and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Kristin Cohen is a graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical studies at the University of Minnesota. She received her Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology and worked as a technician for several years before going to veterinary school. Dr. Cohen completed an Internship in Long Island, NY where she stayed and worked a few years before moving back to New England to be closer to family. Dr. Cohen's interests include emergency medicine and procedures and toxicology. In her free time, Dr. Cohen enjoys walking her dog Kinky, an island dog from St. Kitts and spending time in Portland with her 2 boys and husband.
Dr. Erin Dahill
Education: University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Erin Dahill is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. Over the years, she has worked in equine medicine, mixed companion animal medicine, and canine/feline primary care. Dr. Dahill spent three years as full time faculty at the St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine and continued to serve as a visiting professor after returning to clinical practice. Outside of clinical medicine, she spent several years on the board of the Rhode Island Veterinary Medicine Association. Her primary areas of interest are preventative care, internal medicine, and client education. When not in the hospital, she can often be found cheering on the Hearts of Pine at Fitzpatrick Stadium. Erin also enjoys hiking, camping, running and relaxing at the beach.
Meet your Veterinary Team
Kate B.
Practice Manager
Kate joined the BCAH team as our technician team leader, September 2020 and she can’t be more excited to lead a compassionate and caring team of veterinary technicians on the Back Cove. She has over 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine including general practice, emergency and specialty services. She has a special interest in internal medicine, preventative care and hospice/palliative care for senior pets. Kate lives with her pup, Scout and 8 fabulous chickens in Gorham( currently taking applications for a cat) Kate also loves watching wild birds do their thing at feeders, working in her gardens and paddling around the Presumpscot on her stand up paddle board.
Emmy
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Veterinary Technician
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Hannah A.
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Client Care
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Leanne
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Veterinary Technician
Leann has been a veterinary technician for over 15 years. She is originally from Massachusetts, she first got started in the veterinary field when she was in high school through the veterinary explorer's program. She attended Southern Vermont College. She worked for a 24-hour general practice/emergency hospital in the Berkshires, she remained there for 12 years. When she moved to Maine in 2016 she worked in both specialty hospitals and general medicine. She also has a background in human medicine and also has her certification in phlebotomy. She resides in Portland with her Basset Hound named Grace and her fiance . In her free time, you can find her at the beach either fishing or taking Grace on her adventures.
Hannah G.
Veterinary Technician
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Savannah
Client Care
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Liz
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Veterinary Assistant
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Madison K.
Grooming
Madison was born and raised in Southern Maine and left to attend college in San Antonio, TX. After finding her passion working with animals at a boarding facility, she attended Grooming Academy in Massachusetts in 2018. Madison continues to attend grooming shows and expo’s to further her grooming skills. She practices one-on-one, cage free grooming and understands the importance of moving with the animal, making it a more calming experience for the pet. She relocated to Bath, ME with her boyfriend and two Greyhounds, Casper and Cherry. They spend their free time walking around local shops, drinking coffee at the park and traveling. She hopes to one day open a safe-haven organization for retired and disabled Greyhounds.
Kevin
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Clinic Cat
Kevin came to us from the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland. Kevin loves laying the in sun, playing with feather toys, watching The Office and greeting new patients. Come on in and meet Kevin!
Katie
Veterinary Technician
Katie earned her LVT after graduating from the University of New Hampshire in 2016. In her spare time she loves to read and spend time outdoors on the family farm. She recently adopted her kitty Freyja (pictured) and has a horse named Shasta that she rescued in 2010.
Maureen
Veterinary Technician
Maureen began her career in animal welfare over 15 years ago and has worked both in SPCA and general practice clinics. With an affinity for all companion animals big and small, she has developed a special interest in dentistry and feline medicine. After moving to Maine from Massachusetts in 2015, she and her husband spend their free time hiking, camping, listening to music and catering to their beloved cat Tony.
Lily
Client Liaison
Lily started working in veterinary medicine 10 years ago, and she knew immediately that she was where she belonged. A life long Mainer, she is incredible in-doorsy, but she loves palm trees and sand. Her hobbies include listening to Christmas music too early, and loving all things ocean and Disney. Lily lives in Yarmouth with her tiny poodle army, Scupper and Minnie, and her special needs hamster, Clarence.
Nicole M.
Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon!
Rachel
Veterinary Technician
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Ryan
Veterinary Technician
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