Our Team

Our Hospital Team

Anderson’s Corner Animal Hospital is more than just a building, but a team of caring, compassionate people working together to practice high quality veterinary primary and critical care medicine and surgery. Recruiting people that share the same attitude and values is what makes Anderson’s Corner Animal Hospital what it is today, and what it will be in the future.

Veterinarians

All of our veterinarians are members of the following professional organizations:

• Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society
• American Veterinary Medical Association
• Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
• Greater Peninsula Veterinary Medical Association

Robert A. Murphie, Jr., D.V.M.

• Owner and Hospital Director
• Veterinary Education: Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine - 2004
• Boulevard Veterinary Hospital 2004-2007
• Tidewater Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Center 2007-2008
• Special Interests: Emergency and critical care veterinary medicine/surgery, physical rehabilitation, endocrinology, anesthesia.
• Additional memberships: the Veterinary Wound Management Society and American Association of Feline Practitioners.

...a little about myself. I grew up in Newport News, but currently reside in the Kristiansand neighborhood in Norge. My wife and I moved to this community about 3 years ago. I had recently graduated from the VA-MD Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, and my wife was beginning her studies in occupational therapy at VCU in Richmond. I was working with my dad at Boulevard Veterinary Hospital in Newport News, and Norge was a good half-way point for commuting. It didn’t take long for us to realize what a great community this is, and how much this region has to offer. When searching for locations to build an animal hospital, we decided that there was no better place than right here.

Our family recently had a beautiful new addition on April 17th….her name is Danielle Marie Murphie, and we couldn’t be happier and prouder parents. We also have two beagles, the elder Jack and the 4 yr. old Ginny, who both can’t get enough of York River State Park, and one cat named Nip, who was rescued after presumably being hit by a car. I am also fortunate because I have to look no further than to my dad in regards to how to practice quality veterinary medicine. He has been and continues to be an inspiration not only with the way he practices veterinary medicine, but in how he lives his life. The core of our family has always been my mom, Mary Ann, who has been there from the beginning, and keeps everyone smiling even when things don’t go as planned. She has been, and will continue to be an integral part of our success. Kirsten and I enjoy going on hikes, getaways to the Outer Banks, skiing, and spending time with family and friends. I also enjoy running in local road races.

I worked with my dad at Boulevard Veterinary Hospital for about 2 years, and then worked at the Tidewater Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center in VA Beach. Outside of general veterinary primary care and preventive medicine, I also have special interests in emergency and critical care medicine, physical rehabilitation, endocrinology, and anesthesia. I especially try to stay as up to date as possible in the ever changing critical care field through continuing education and membership in the Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society.

At the other end of the spectrum, my dad and I have put together a veterinary heritage display case that includes numerous veterinary instruments, remedies, books, photographs, etc. Some of these veterinary artifacts date back over 100 years. We have this “mini museum” display up front in reception.

I chose a career in veterinary medicine so that I would have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of pets as well as their human counterparts. Every day presents new challenges that need to be dealt with appropriately to ensure the best care for the patient. Our patients depend on us to provide the best in animal care that is currently available.

 

R. Andrew Murphie, Sr., D.V.M.

• Owner and Surgical Center Director
• Veterinary Education: University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine – 1974
• Owner of Boulevard Veterinary Hospital 1975 – 2005
• Special Interests: Dr. Murphie has been pursuing orthopedic and soft tissue surgical training for over 30 years. He thanks the many veterinarians and clients who have entrusted him with these surgical cases over the years.
• Additional memberships: Veterinary Orthopedic Society

...a little about myself. I grew up in Yorktown Va., and graduated in 1974 from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. My first 6-7 years out of school were spent doing both small and large animal work, but I eventually transitioned to strictly small animals…although I still have a hoof knife on standby ? I owned and operated Boulevard Veterinary Hospital in Newport News from 1975 - July of 2005.

I have been happily married to my wife Mary Ann for over 40 years. We have two children together, Robb and Mary Beth. Mary Beth is currently a senior at Lynchburg College. As usual, we have a boxer at home that rules the house. His name is Kobi, who I adopted since he had a jaw fracture that needed surgery. My hobbies consist of fishing, running, playing tennis with my wife Mary Ann, and many other exercise-related activities.

As mentioned in the Surgical Center section, some of my special interests involve advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. I have remained up to date with the latest advancements in orthopedic surgery, and will occasionally have veterinary teaching hospital surgeons involved as a part of the surgical team during a procedure. I thank the many veterinarians and clients who have entrusted me with these orthopedic cases over the years.

There are many different aspects about veterinary medicine that I enjoy. No two days are ever alike, and I enjoy the challenges that each day brings. Whether involved with an orthopedic case or a routine checkup, I enjoy helping animals maintain a high quality of life. I have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of the veterinary medical profession over the past 30 years…and hopefully many more.

It is also special to be able to work alongside and mentor my one and only son.

 

Jennifer Tjepkema, D.V.M.

Recruiting another veterinarian to join our team is not something that we take lightly. We have been fortunate to find Dr. Tjepkema, who shares the same interests in practicing high quality veterinary medicine. She has been assisting Dr. Andy Murphie with various surgeries once weekly over the past year. Her pursuit of wanting to practice and expand her knowledge in fields such as critical care, anesthesia, and orthopedics has allowed her to fit in well at our hospital

• Employed at Anderson’s Corner Animal Hospital since July, 2008
• Veterinary Education – Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Clinical year at the University Of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Animal Medical Care Center 2007-2008
• Special Interests: Anesthesia, Dermatology, soft-tissue surgery, emergency and critical care veterinary medicine/surgery.
• Additional memberships: The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

….a little about myself. I am honored and very excited to be joining Dr. Murphie Junior and Senior at Anderson’s corner, it is a beautiful animal hospital in a wonderful and inviting community. I graduated from Ross University almost two years ago and have been working at the Animal Medical Care Center in Newport News since graduation. Virginia is home to me but my parent’s, being that they are retired Navy, made sure I lived and traveled in many different states and countries. I have three large and silly dogs. During veterinary school I rescued two wild dogs, Mr.X and Tyzzer, from St. Kitts and the third is Max, my SPCA lab/G. Dane rescue. They are always getting in trouble and keeping their mom on her toes. In the future I hope to add ferrets to the family! My spare time is spent outside, enjoying the parks, road biking, skiing and playing beach volleyball. For me, veterinary medicine was a calling, as a little girl I was rescuing every sick cat, dog and duck on the block. No other job gives you the opportunity to meet and help every member of the family. Here at Anderson’s Corner we put smiles on the faces of the animals as well as the children, mother’s, and father’s that love them so dearly. I look forward to meeting everyone!

 

Kelly Broz, D.V.M.

• Employed at Anderson’s Corner Animal Hospital since January, 2009
• Veterinary Education: University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine - 2000
• Practiced in a mixed animal hospital until relocating to Virginia in February, 2007
• Special Interests: Clinical Pathology, general medicine, dermatology
• Additional memberships: Missouri Veterinary Medical Association

I was born in St. Louis, Missouri but my family always had an affinity for the country life. When I was 10 we moved to Fredericktown, Missouri (very rural) and bought a farm. We raised and showed Appaloosas and, being around the equine world stimulated my interest in veterinary medicine. I started “hanging out” at our local veterinary clinic and have never turned back.

I graduated from the University of Missouri - Columbia with a BS in Agriculture Engineering-Agriculture in 1996, and a DVM in 2000. For the next eight years I went back to my southeast Missouri roots and practiced mixed animal medicine, with a focus on small animals.

I married Mike in 1995 and we added a son, Jacob in 2001 and twin boys, Luke and Logan in 2003. We also have Cassie, an 11 year old Boxer, and Mione, a 2 year old Pug. In 2007, my husband was transferred here, and I have been blessed to find a position at Anderson’s Corner Animal Hospital. Working urgent care weekends allows me to stay at home with my children during the week. I enjoy spending time with my husband and kids, scrapbooking, going to the gym, and being active in my subdivision and church. I have thoroughly enjoyed the east Coast and the rich history of the area and I look forward to meeting you.