Meet our Staff

Our Doctors

Ted A. Diamond, D.V.M.

Dr. Diamond took over as owner and director of Valley Veterinary Hospital in 1986. Dr. Diamond is a 1982 gradate of NYS College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University. In addition to overseeing the daily operations of the office, Dr. Diamond takes a special interest in the problems of older pets, dermatology cases and advanced dental techniques. Outside of work, Dr. Diamond enjoys tennis, golf, and skiing. He lives in Amherst with his wife Robin, their three children, two pugs "Chips" and "Lulu", and two cats “Rex” and “David Ortiz”.

Elizabeth M. Gatti, D.V.M.

Dr. Beth Gatti attended Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine graduating in 1989. She completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at West Hartford Specialty Group before joining the staff at Valley Veterinary in 1992. In practice Beth enjoys all aspects of general medicine, but especially enjoys taking the time to educate clients thoroughly when their pets have medical or behavioral problems. When not at work, Beth enjoys spending time with her daughter Sierra, running, horseback riding, weight training, cross country skiing and reading. Beth lives in Florence with her daughter, her partner Nancy, three cats and a tank full of tropical fish.

Jennifer Kenworthy, D.V.M.

Dr. Kenworthy is a 1994 graduate of the Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, and completed two years of advanced medical training at the Ohio State University Veterinary School. Following her training, Jenny worked in high quality private practices in the Denver area for 6 years where she developed special interests in geriatrics, preventive medicine, and large breed dogs. Jenny also enjoys all aspects of client education. Outside of work Jenny enjoys camping, biking, hiking, and knitting. Jenny lives in Belchertown with her partner Debbie, their 3 children, and their 4 dogs and 3 cats.

Noel L. Watkins, D.V.M.

Samantha S. Adams, D.V.M.

Dr Adams joined the staff at Valley Veterinary Hospital after completing a 1 year rotating internship at Angell Memorial New England (Rowley MSPCA) She is a 1999 graduate of Umass, Amherst and graduated from Atlantic Veterinary College at University of Prince Edward Island in 2003. Sam has a special interest in ultrasound imaging and enjoys all aspects of small animal practice. When not at the office, Sam enjoys mountain biking, cross country skiing, as well as taking walks with her dog in the woods, and fixing up her house in Belchertown with her husband Bill, their dog Lucy and their cat named Bear.