Meet The Team

Dr. Barron P. Hall is a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After eight years of practicing general veterinary medicine with a special interest in dentistry and oral surgery, he began a residency in dentistry and oral surgery in Dallas, Texas under the guidance of Robert Wiggs, DVM, FAVD, Dipl., AVDC. Following his residency, he opened a veterinary dental practice in Northern Kentucky where he practiced for a few years before accepting the opportunity to become the owner of Animal Dental Clinic, and veterinary dental consultant to the National Zoo, in 2007.

Dr. Hall is a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College, of which there are just over 140 in the world, and a Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry. He continues his training by attending numerous professional meetings and hands-on laboratories. He has also given or assisted in more than 200 lectures and laboratory workshops for veterinarians, technicians, and pet owners, both nationally and internationally, on various topics in veterinary dentistry. He currently mentors two veterinary residents who travel from Nebraska and Vermont to train with him.

He volunteers his skills when needed at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., and for the Peter Emily International Veterinary Dental Foundation (PEIVDF). He is also a consultant for the Veterinary Information Network (VIN). He was especially honored to be selected for the PEIVDF Service Award in 2013 because this award was selected by his peers in exotic dentistry.

Dr. Hall, an Eagle Scout, enjoys musical theater and most sports. He is a member of the Northern Virginia Football Officials Association where he officiates high school and youth football games during the football season. He and his wife are “raising” Sophie (Cocker Spaniel), Bobbie Jo (Australian Shepherd), and Midnight (Mixed breed pup), and his Persian cats: CC, Cooper, Mister, Waylon, and Willie.

A California native, Dr. Elizabeth Schilling grew up surrounded by horses, sheep, dogs, cats, chickens, and ducks. She spent her childhood as a horse-crazy kid, deciding at age 4 that she would be a horse doctor. She graduated from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1992 and worked in ambulator equine practice, eventually limiting her practice to dentistry. Study of advanced equine dentistry led to interest in small animal dentistry as well. In addition to participating in and moderating a study group of veterinary dental residents, she has lectured about dentistry and pain management at local, national, and international conferences. 

Dr. Schilling taught at Western University of Health Sciences form 2009-2019. Her clinical fields of interest/expertise included veterinary dentistry, clinical skills, and equine practice. She returned to practice to further focus on dentistry for large and small animals alike, and is excited to be able to focus more on dentistry. While not board-certified, she has been studying, learning, as well as teaching about dentistry for years, and even involved in a weekly resident study program since 2009.

Dr. Schilling shares her home with her Corgi, Jaqueline, and her retired goofball horse, Freddie. When not working, she enjoys goof food and wine, travel, and riding horses and bikes. 

Everly grew up on a pre-civil farm and has always had a love for animals. They graduated from Bridgewater College with a bachelors degree in English Literature and Theatre. After college they worked as a pet groomer for a while before landing at Animal Dental Clinic. Having grown up with most of their family in human medicine, they never thought they would wind up on the animal side of things but couldn't be happier. When not at work, they enjoy spending time with their golden retriever "Baxter," little mutt "Puzzle,"and chinchilla "Carmen SanDiego."

Kirsten is originally from New Jersey. She completed an accredited veterinary technology program; however, she is passionate about making sure you and your pet have a pleasant experience in the clinic. Kirsten shares her home with her husband and two rescue doggies, “Harry Houdini” and “Caesar.” When not helping clients, she enjoys crafting and gardening.

Mecca is a NOVA native who got her Bachelor’s from Hampton University in Biology and Master’s Degree in Animal Science at NC state. She aspires to be a Veterinarian and wants to specialize in public health. Mecca shares her home with her daughter Saige and her daughter’s father Shiquan.

Shannon is a NOVA native who got her Bachelors degree in environmental science from Campbell university. Shannon has worked in the veterinary field for 6 years and aspires to be a licensed veterinary technician working with exotics. Shannon loves being outside and enjoying nature but also loves snuggling up with her fur babies Keeli, Atlas, and Hera.