Meet the Team

Education

Dr. Cappiello obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry degree from the University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, graduating summa cum laude in 1986. She is PennHIP certified veterinarian, allowing her to take PennHIP x-rays. She studied under Dr. Gail Smith, PennHIP's founder, at the University of Pennsylvania.

Experience and Interests

Dr. Cappiello has worked as an emergency veterinarian and at various small animal practices prior to opening Prospect Ridge Veterinary Hospital. She is also an avid bird and hawk watcher, traveling across the nation with her husband, John, and the NJ Audubon Society to watch various species of birds and other wildlife. She has been a member of the Rotary Club of West Orange since 1998 and served as president from 2006 to 2007.

Hello! My name is Dr. Ashley Tichy and I am a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine. I was born and raised in Connecticut, completed my bachelor’s degree at Delaware Valley University in Pennsylvania, and then moved to Tennessee for veterinary school. I am particularly interested in mixed animal medicine, treating large animals, small animals, and exotics! If I could work with any species of animal, I would jump at the opportunity to work with dolphins. Prior to deciding I wanted to pursue veterinary medicine, I wanted to be a dolphin trainer, so if I could combine working with dolphins and veterinary medicine I would be ecstatic! I currently have a Great Dane named Diesel, a bearded dragon named The Dragon, and a few fish. My hobbies include hiking with my dog, coaching cheerleading with my mom, and photography. My favorite foods are pizza and chocolate chip cookies. I am excited to be a part of the Prospect Ridge Veterinary Hospital team!