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Doctors of Veterinary Medicine
Marlena Folden, D.V.M. and Practice Owner
Dr. Folden is really excited to be the leader of the team here at Broadway Animal Hospital. She brings many years of veterinary experience to us. After graduating from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2008, she practiced emergency and general medicine in the Coachella Valley until 2014. Dr. Folden always wanted to return to Humboldt County to live, work, and play, as she was a previous HSU student athlete. She and her husband had also started raising their family here before leaving for veterinary school. Since 2014, she has worked at various local hospitals but when the opportunity to purchase Broadway Animal Hospital became a dream come true she couldn't pass it up.
“I love veterinary medicine. There are so many opportunities to engage in the aspects I love while I get to play a role in improving people and animal’s lives and bonds. You will find me always making important pet health decisions with you, the best we can.”
Emergency medicine, wellness, feline medicine, dentistry, and dermatology are a few of her veterinary interests. In her spare time, you may find her hanging out at the beach or hiking with her family and dogs. Other times, she might be curled up with any of her kitties or playing with her birdies. And don’t forget the three turtles, Daisy, LT, and Lilly; she has many stories to tell about them.
Jennifer Tavares, V.M.D.
Dr. Tavares graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a V.M.D. in 2001. She worked in Western Washington after graduation, and recently moved to Humboldt County with her husband, two dogs and three cats.
Coming to Broadway Animal Hospital gives her the opportunity to utilize skills that are linked to her particular areas of interest in veterinary medicine.
She enjoys working with exotics, as well as doing wildlife medicine. She has particular interests in internal medicine, surgery and pain management. She has also recently become the veterinarian for the Sequoia Park Zoo, taking care of all of the exotic animals that they house.
Breeann Phelan, D.V.M.
Dr. Flores graduated from Colorado State University in 2009. She worked in Arizona after graduation and now lives in Humboldt County with her husband, daughter and son, two dogs, one cat, guinea pigs, and tortoises. Her hobbies include gardening and exploring the many trails and beaches of the north coast with her family.
Dr. Flores believes that veterinary medicine is a way to improve the quality and lengthen the time we have with our pets.
Some of her veterinary interests include acupuncture, pain management, dentistry, and improving her knowledge and skills with some exotics
Emily Bloom, D.V.M.
Dr. Bloom grew up on the Mendocino Coast, completed her undergraduate degree in Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology at UC Davis, and earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School. She has eagerly jumped into her role of D.V.M. at Broadway and is a wonderful addition to our team. She lives with her partner and two dogs, Mo and Trout, and spends her time horseback riding, fishing, backpacking, and enjoying the local breweries.
Dr. Bloom's interests include internal medicine, surgery, and wellness care. In addition to small animal medicine, she has interests in large animal medicine, specifically equine and dairy cow health.
Support Team
Rochelle, RVT and Director of Medical Services
Rochelle, RVT and Director of Medical Services
Rochelle, RVT and Director of Medical Services
Rochelle started working in the veterinary field when she was 15 years old. She completed her degree in veterinary technology and earned her RVT license in 2007. After 8 years in the veterinary field, she dedicated herself to school full time. She received her B.A. from UC Berkeley in Conservation and Resource studies and continued on to
Rochelle started working in the veterinary field when she was 15 years old. She completed her degree in veterinary technology and earned her RVT license in 2007. After 8 years in the veterinary field, she dedicated herself to school full time. She received her B.A. from UC Berkeley in Conservation and Resource studies and continued on to the University of Washington, where she earned a Ph.D. in Biology, studying bat ecology on the San Juan Islands.
Rochelle loves animals and education in all forms. She enjoys teaching and training BAH staff to improve the standard of veterinary care at our hospital and she also enjoys educating clients about the medical aspects of their pets care.
In her free time Rochelle enjoys spending time with her husband and dog Django, and napping with her cat Odin.
Linda, Director of Administration
Rochelle, RVT and Director of Medical Services
Rochelle, RVT and Director of Medical Services
Linda has only been in the veterinary field for 3 years now, but has been around animals all her life. She received her Bachelor’s in Zoology from Humboldt State University in 2018 and aspires to work in a zoo setting surrounding conservation education. She spends her free time with her husband, dog, and 2 cats and loves exploring the No
Linda has only been in the veterinary field for 3 years now, but has been around animals all her life. She received her Bachelor’s in Zoology from Humboldt State University in 2018 and aspires to work in a zoo setting surrounding conservation education. She spends her free time with her husband, dog, and 2 cats and loves exploring the Northern Coast and all it has to offer. Educating and interacting with the clients and their furbabies is a wonderful part of the job, as well as being able to help support and grow the hospital and its employees.
Shari, Bookkeeper
Rochelle, RVT and Director of Medical Services
Shari, Bookkeeper
Shari has been in the veterinary field for over twenty-five years. She enjoys supporting the human-animal bond by helping clients and patients receive the care they need. Many times a little moral support can go a long way.
Rick, RVT
Kayleigh, Assistant
Rachel, RVT
Rick has been a RVT since 2016, and a veterinary assistant since 2000 after he retired from the mechanic business. You can find him at the hospital, spending time with his black cat Kylo, or practicing one of his many other hobbies like wood working. He makes great wooden display items, and has recently expanded his talents to other crea
Rick has been a RVT since 2016, and a veterinary assistant since 2000 after he retired from the mechanic business. You can find him at the hospital, spending time with his black cat Kylo, or practicing one of his many other hobbies like wood working. He makes great wooden display items, and has recently expanded his talents to other creative outlets. He particularly likes being involved with the animals and the clients and being able to help out as best as he can.
Rachel, RVT
Kayleigh, Assistant
Rachel, RVT
Rachel was born in Portland Oregon but raised in Humboldt county. Ever since she was little she wanted to work in the Veterinary field. If she was wasn’t bringing home lost animals, she would try to play nurse with the cats and dogs that they had much to their amusement. After working 3 years in the veterinary field , she earned her RV
Rachel was born in Portland Oregon but raised in Humboldt county. Ever since she was little she wanted to work in the Veterinary field. If she was wasn’t bringing home lost animals, she would try to play nurse with the cats and dogs that they had much to their amusement. After working 3 years in the veterinary field , she earned her RVT license. She can’t wait to work and grow as a team at Broadway Animal Hospital and see what the future holds. If you don’t find Rachel at work, you can find her around her many animals including cats, dogs, chickens and honey bees.
Kayleigh, Assistant
Kayleigh, Assistant
Kayleigh, Assistant
Kayleigh loves all animals, especially cats! She has four of her own: Electra, Eugene, Penny, and Harley. She loves working in an animal medicine environment because it helps improve the lives of both the animal and the fur-parent.
She loves being a part of that journey and making an impact in the lives of other beings. She has always bee
Kayleigh loves all animals, especially cats! She has four of her own: Electra, Eugene, Penny, and Harley. She loves working in an animal medicine environment because it helps improve the lives of both the animal and the fur-parent.
She loves being a part of that journey and making an impact in the lives of other beings. She has always been interested in medicine and thinks it is nice to be in an environment where she gets to have more practical experience that lines up with her educational interests every day.
Kayleigh is currently attending Veterinary Technician School to become an RVT and grow her knowledge in the world of animal medicine.
Matthew, Assistant
Isabella, Assistant
Isabella, Assistant
Matt has been with Broadway for a few months, but has worked at many specialty hospitals in the Bay Area previous to moving to Humboldt County. You can find him spending his free time with his Labrador Scout or relaxing at home.
Isabella, Assistant
Isabella, Assistant
Isabella, Assistant
Bella is aa veterinary assistant here at Broadway, typically seen running our daily booked appointments and snuggling the puppies that come into the hospital. She recently moved to Humboldt County from the Bay Area, and is currently getting an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice but hopes to attend Veterinary School in Oregon. She love
Bella is aa veterinary assistant here at Broadway, typically seen running our daily booked appointments and snuggling the puppies that come into the hospital. She recently moved to Humboldt County from the Bay Area, and is currently getting an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice but hopes to attend Veterinary School in Oregon. She loves working with and helping animals and hopes to continue for many years to come. Bella is grateful for the opportunity to be trusted with our amazing patients care!
Tyler, Assistant
Isabella, Assistant
Tyler, Assistant
Tyler is originally from Palm Springs, CA but moved up to Humboldt to study music education and performance at HSU. When he is not practicing his many instruments, he spends his time with his wife and 4 cats. He loves working with the incredible doctors and staff at BAH and being able to help give our client’s furbabies the best care.
Leo, Assistant
Gabrielle, Assistant
Sarah, Assistant
Leo has been an assistant at Broadway for nearly a year, and has excelled at many positions and patient care. He is currently a student at HSU studying Wildlife Biology and Zoology with the hopes of going to Veterinary School to become a Wildlife Veterinarian. He has 4 ferrets at home and is particularly passionate about them, hoping to specialize in ferret medicine in the future.
Sarah, Assistant
Gabrielle, Assistant
Sarah, Assistant
Sarah graduated from HSU with a bachelor’s in Wildlife. She has been an assistant with us here for a few months and has learned and grown so much since starting here. She excels at assisting the doctor with their appointments, ensuring that patient care is top-notch, and snuggling the cute puppies and kittens that come in for their check ups.
Gabrielle, Assistant
Gabrielle, Assistant
Gabrielle, Assistant
Gabby is currently an assistant here but is going through technician school to become an RVT. She started out as an intern and quickly worked her way into a crucial part of our team. She is the champion of puppy walks, ensuring that everyone in the hospital gets a dose of adorable from our patients! She is originally from Humboldt but
Gabby is currently an assistant here but is going through technician school to become an RVT. She started out as an intern and quickly worked her way into a crucial part of our team. She is the champion of puppy walks, ensuring that everyone in the hospital gets a dose of adorable from our patients! She is originally from Humboldt but moved to Central California for school in 2019. She moved back to Humboldt to pursue online tech school and an internship with us here.
Katelyn, Assistant
Amanda, Receptionist
Katelyn, Assistant
Katelyn also graduated from HSU with a degree in Wildlife. She is an assistant here at Broadway and has excelled in her current positions while still learning more about veterinary medicine and adapting to new job positions daily. Outside of work Katelyn is on a disc golfing team and frequently travels to competitions.
Sam, Receptionist
Amanda, Receptionist
Katelyn, Assistant
Sam is born and raised in Humboldt, and is currently pursuing her degree as a veterinary technician. She has two dogs at home, a frenchie and a hound/heeler mix. She is new to a veterinary hospital, but learning a lot and developing skills that will help her in the future. Sam says that the best part of working at a hospital for her has b
Sam is born and raised in Humboldt, and is currently pursuing her degree as a veterinary technician. She has two dogs at home, a frenchie and a hound/heeler mix. She is new to a veterinary hospital, but learning a lot and developing skills that will help her in the future. Sam says that the best part of working at a hospital for her has been meeting all of the different pets that come through, and establishing relationships with the clients when they bring their pets in.
Amanda, Receptionist
Amanda, Receptionist
Amanda, Receptionist
Teanna, Receptionist
Rojo, Feline Supervisor
Rojo, Feline Supervisor
Teanna has lived in Humboldt County her entire life. She previously worked for her families local company before coming onto our team at Broadway. She is pursuing veterinary technician school to become an RVT, and has done well in the receptionist position. She has one dog, Kora, and one cat, Beans. When she is not at work, you can find h
Teanna has lived in Humboldt County her entire life. She previously worked for her families local company before coming onto our team at Broadway. She is pursuing veterinary technician school to become an RVT, and has done well in the receptionist position. She has one dog, Kora, and one cat, Beans. When she is not at work, you can find her camping or playing in the great outdoors with her dog. She also does marble hunting and hiding around Humboldt County.
Rojo, Feline Supervisor
Rojo, Feline Supervisor
Rojo, Feline Supervisor
Provides excellent moral support and cuteness. Loves Bonito Flakes and sunning on the patio.