Herbert S. Freiman, V.M.D.

Dr. Freiman was born and raised in New York. He earned his undergraduate degree at New York University. In 1970 he graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. After moving to Connecticut, he founded Apple Valley Veterinarians in 1972. Dr. Freiman’s primary responsibilities at Apple Valley are medicine and soft tissue surgery. He retired in September of 2024.

Sadly, Dr. Freiman passed away in September of 2026. He will forever be remembered as the first Apple Valley Veterinarian.

Eric Rothstein, D.V.M.

Born and raised in Connecticut, Eric performed his undergraduate studies at the University of Connecticut. He then attended Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine where he graduated in 1991. Returning to Connecticut, Eric practiced around the state, including Newington, Glastonbury, and Newtown, before making a home for his family in Southington. Dr. Rothstein has been a practicing partner at Apple Valley Veterinarians, LLC since 1998. Medicine and orthopedic surgery are his primary responsibilities. In his leisure time, Eric enjoys spending time with his family and pets, playing pickle ball, and golfing.

Zachary Parent, D.V.M.

Dr. Zachary Parent is a Southington, Connecticut native and St. Paul Catholic alum. He did his undergraduate studies at Endicott College in Beverly, Massachusetts and earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University, located on the island of St. Kitts. It was there where he met his significant other, Dr. Kristi Wenger, as well as his two cats, Millie and Simon. Other than caring for his patients, Dr. Parent enjoys fishing, gaming, and vacations to Sunset Beach, North Carolina. We are glad to welcome Dr. Parent to our team!

Hospital Reception and Support Staff:

  • Janet Kane – 1973 – 2024
  • Jeanne Verrett – 1975 – Present
  • Karen Zawisza – 1990 – Present
  • Alison Lee – 1994 – Present
  • Francine Syskowski – 2001 – Present
  • Christine Rose – 2006 – Present
  • Jessica Bartsch – 2019 – Present
  • Rebecca Lewis – 2007 – Present