Dr. Ann E. Dwyer

1983 Graduate of Cornell University
Member AAEP, AVMA, NYSVMS, ASVO

Dr. Dwyer has practiced at Genesee Valley Equine Clinic since graduating from Cornell in 1983. She has been director and principal owner of the clinic since GVEC founder Dr. Robert Pierson retired in 1996.

Dr. Dwyer grew up in Manlius, New York, where she competed in rallies and combined training as a charter member of the Limestone Pony Club. She earned a degree in Biology from Mount Holyoke College in 1975. Following college she spent time as a groom and exercise rider at several east coast racetracks.

Since entering equine practice Dr. Dwyer has pursued ongoing interests in equine ophthalmology and practice management. She often shares the fruits of her research and expertise on these topics at national professional conferences. Beginning in January 2006 until December 2008, she will represent District 1 (NY,NJ, and New England) on the board of the American Association of Equine Practitioners. She has also served on the boards of the New York State Horse Council, the Pavilion State Bank, the National Bank of Geneva, the Genesee Valley Veterinary Medical Society, and the Genesee Valley Breeders Association.

Dr. Dwyer lives in Scottsville. She enjoys theater, reading, playing her cello, and riding her paint mare “Lady” in her spare time.

Dr. Dwyer and “Shannon,” a miniature foal

“Lady” and Ann on a cross country course