Paul Bloom, DVM DIPL ACVD, DIPL ABVP (Canine and Feline Specialty)
He established the hospital in 1984, eight years after graduating with high honors from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University. He resides in rural South Lyon with his wife and menagerie of pets which currently includes 2 goats, 1 dog, 4 cats, 4 horses, 1 sheep and 2 donkeys.
Also in 1984, Dr. Bloom became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, Feline and Canine Specialty, and was re-certified in 1994 and 2002. Diplomates must pass re-certification requirements every 10 years. Less than 10 Michigan veterinarians have met the ABVP's exacting requirements.
Not one to rest on his laurels, Dr Bloom began training in advanced veterinary dermatology in 1987, when he was one of 2 veterinarians from the metro Detroit area selected to participate in a dermatology clerkship at MSU's veterinary college. He has participated in national and international conferences on the subject.The Allergy and Dermatology Clinic for Animals opened within the BAH premises in 1988.
Recognizing the difficulty that referring veterinarians may have in diagnosing and managing problems of the ear, in cats and dogs, Dr. Bloom re-emphasized its importance when he changed the name of the clinic to Allergy, Skin and Ear Clinic for Pets in 2007.
In 2001, Dr. Bloom became Michigan's FIRST board-certified veterinary dermatologist in full-time private practice; one of only 143 diplomates of veterinary dermatology in the entire United States. To attain this distinction, he completed a 4-year dermatology residency at MSU's Veterinary Teaching Hospital, published a research project, and submitted three case reports for approval by the certifying organization, the American College of Veterinary Dermatology Board. Finally, he passed a rigorous 2-day examination, one of only five applicants in the nation to pass in 2001.
Dr Bloom is one of only 8 double boarded dermatologists in the nation. What does this mean to you? He not only has the depth of training (ACVD) but also the breath of training (ABVP) in veterinary medicine to offer you the best care possible.
Many specialized diagnostic procedures are performed by veterinary dermatologists, including microscopic examination of skin biopsies, allergy tests, fungal cultures, and other microbiologic examinations of skin scrapings and secretions. Treatment methods can include topical and/or systemic medications, immunotherapy (allergy shots) and surgical procedures.
The doctor also serves as adjunct faculty at MSU's veterinary college.Some veterinary students spend their dermatology rotation at his clinic, and he regularly visits the campus to work and interact with students and staff.
Dr Connie Zielinski, DVM
She has worked with Dr. Bloom since she graduated from Michigan State University in 1986. She lives in Plymouth with her family and pets. Her housemates include 1 beagle named Bella and 1 cat named Otis. Dr.Z., as she is known, is interested in all aspects of companion animal medicine. Her continuing education has kept her current with changes and advancements in veterinary medicine, including programs on dentistry. She has become proficient in many aspects of veterinary dentistry, including advanced techniques of periodontal therapy and restorations. Dr. Z. has also received training in another area of interest, sonography (ultrasound).
Dr Kelly Flannigan, DVM
She has been with BAH since 1994. She graduated from Iowa State University in 1984, and has practiced veterinary medicine in Illinois, Wisconsin, and California. Ann Arbor is where Dr. Flannigan now makes her home.Her housemates include 1 cat Oliver and 3 Dalmation's, Tyler, Zukey and Haley. Dr. Flannigan has trained her dogs to multiple obedience titles. Dr. Flannigan enjoys all facets of small animal medicine and surgery, including treatment of rabbits, ferrets, and rodents, as well as dogs and cats.In addition, she has completed the International Acupuncture Society certification and examination, consisting of four 5-day sessions and a 2-day practical and written examination. She is now certified by International Acupuncture Society. She will be happy to discuss whether acupuncture treatments are a good option for your pet.