Meet Our Veterinary Team in Somers Point, NJ

Dr. Langford earned both her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University.

Before becoming a veterinarian, she worked as a registered dietitian with a focus on oncology and critical care, bringing a unique perspective to patient care. She has been serving pets in South Jersey since 1998.

Her professional interests include dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and internal medicine, with a strong focus on helping pets feel comfortable during their visits.

Dr. Schrading received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine and has been practicing in South Jersey since 1994.

She has extensive experience in both general practice and emergency-critical care. She is passionate about building long-term relationships with pets and their families.

Dr. Schrading has also held leadership roles in the veterinary community, including serving as past president of the Southeast New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association.

CVT, Inventory Manager

Beth grew up on a small farm in Dorothy, NJ raising livestock and horses over the years, peppered with multiple dogs and cats, of course. Oldest of 11 children, her life never has a dull moment. She officially started working in veterinary medicine in private practice at the Somers Point Veterinary hospital in 2002. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in 2004. During her time in private practice, she transitioned from technician to lead surgery/anesthesia technician, to staff supervisor, and ultimately a hospital management position for several years. She has also worked in emergency medicine at the Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in Linwood. She is excited to have joined our team at Mainland Veterinary hospital in November 2015 when we opened our doors.

Beth’s current pet population is rather small, consisting of her dog “Leo”, a Boston Terrier mix; 2 horses “Magic” and “Pippen” and 9 (or so) cats (depending on if they bring someone else home for dinner!

Outside of Veterinary medicine Beth enjoys DIY home improvement projects, Classic car shows, antiquing, art projects such as painting, drawing and clay sculpture, gardening and just being outside (when it’s warm!). When not at work, she enjoys catching up with her family, bowling and movies with her little brothers, girl nights and spending time with her husband – watching TV or sitting around the fire pit with a nice glass of wine…doing absolutely nothing but relaxing and watching the flames!

Surgical Nurse

Marissa has been a veterinary technician for 15years. She attended Rutgers University where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science. Marissa’s veterinary interests include dentistry and behavior.

In her off time, Marissa enjoys running and hiking with her husband, two children and two dogs.

Surgical Nurse

Noelle was raised in South Jersey and loved calling it home. She has always had a special love for animals and after working in the casino for several years, decided to begin her journey in vet med in 2020. Noelle has experience working in shelter medicine, emergency, and with large animals. She has been a surgical nurse for all kinds of animals, including goats, cows, pigs, birds, and even a hamster! Cats are her favorite patients and she strives to create a better experience for them when they visit the vet. Noelle has always wanted to have a farm of her own, but for now it is just her, her husband, and their daughter, whom they welcomed in January 2024. They also share their home with three cats and a flock of ducks! When she isn’t petting every cat she sees – She enjoys reading, her Peloton, and visiting wineries and breweries.

Nurse

Dina started her career as a vet tech at age 20, while raising her 2 sons. When her veterinarian retired, she took a short hiatus from veterinary medicine and worked in human medicine.

After a while, she began to miss her true calling and went back to work in the veterinary world. She is thrilled to be a part of the Mainland team.

Nurse

Born and raised in Somers Point, Abi started her career in vet med in 2020 after having been involved in animal rescue for nearly 10 years. She is most passionate about client outreach and education and loves all sorts of animals. In addition to her miniature dachshund, Vienna, she has a ball python named Six and a bearded dragon named Vittarion. Outside of work she enjoys video games, reading, and knitting & crochet.

CSR

Shara is a South Jersey native who has worked in the hospitality industry for 20 years. Her empathetic nature and love for animals brought her to Mainland. In her free time, Shara likes to read, go for walks, and snuggle up with her two fur babies Kiwi and Bug.

Brandie has been in the veterinary field for 20+ years and recently joined us as a surgical nurse. She is active in the 4-H community and is always on the go. In her spare time, she loves to kayak, hike, & camp.

Victoria was born and raised in South Jersey, in the small town of Estell Manor. She has been a veterinary technician since 2020 and recently transitioned to a client service role. She enjoys working with a variety of patients, especially working dog breeds, and has hands-on experience with exotics, as well as emergency small and large animal medicine.

Victoria became a new mom in 2025, and outside of work, she loves spending time with her family, having bonfires with friends, and riding the side-by-side. She also enjoys outdoor activities, learning about animal care, and continuing to expand her knowledge of veterinary medicine.