Meet Our Team
Dr. Carly McDonald
Veterinarian
Dr. Carly McDonald grew up in Southern Ontario, Canada. She received her Bachelor’s of Science in Animal Biology from the University of Guelph. In 2015, she began her veterinary school education. Dr McDonald received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, magna cum laude, from St George's University after completing a year of clinical rotations at Cornell University. She has called the Ithaca region home ever since.
From the moment Dr. McDonald could talk as a very young child, she told everyone she met that she would one day be a veterinarian. She has worked in the veterinary field since she was 16. When she isn’t at the clinic, Dr. McDonald enjoys outdoor activities including hiking, jetskiing, snowmobiling, and motocross with her husband and their dogs Ryder and Kawi.
Dr. Xavier Benjamin
Veterinarian
Dr. Xavier Benjamin was raised in Germantown, Maryland, and attended Cornell University for both undergraduate and veterinary school. He graduated with his doctorate in veterinary medicine in 2023. He has special interests in clinical pathology and cardiology.
Outside of work, he enjoys playing soccer, watching sports, and playing video games.
Dr. Tonia Sloan
Veterinarian
Dr. Tania Sloan earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Arlington before receiving her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Texas A&M University in 2016.
Dr. Sloan is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while continuing to expand her clinical knowledge and skills. She has a particular interest in feline medicine and diagnostic ultrasound and is passionate about lifelong learning.
With a dedication to compassionate care and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dr. Sloan strives to build strong relationships with clients and provide personalized care that helps pets live healthier, happier lives.
Dr. Kailey Tobin
Veterinarian
Dr. Kailey Tobin is dedicated to providing compassionate, thoughtful care tailored to the individual needs of every pet and family. She earned her undergraduate degree from Colgate University before attending Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, where she graduated in 2025. She further developed her clinical experience through a small animal rotating internship.
Dr. Tobin’s special interests include anesthesia, pain management, acupuncture, palliative medicine, and end-of-life care. She is passionate about helping pets remain as comfortable as possible throughout every stage of life and supporting families as they navigate difficult decisions surrounding their pets’ care. She also looks forward to continuing to expand her expertise in these areas as well as general practice surgery.
A natural problem solver, teacher, and collaborator, Dr. Tobin values working closely with both clients and fellow veterinary professionals to provide the best possible care. Giving back is also important to her, particularly through supporting animal shelters, environmental causes, and food banks.
Originally from Amherst, Massachusetts, Dr. Tobin enjoys running, baking, traveling, knitting, and reading in her free time.
Dr. Tobin is excited to join our team at Crossroads Veterinary Clinic and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with pets and their families in our community.
Dr. Mark Focacci
Veterinarian
Bio coming soon!
Registered Veterinary Technicians
Mariah Bush
Kari Sims
Elizabeth Minnard
Technician Assistants
Acadia Aspinwall
Brandon Fohs
Reception Team
Emily Burhans
Kathryn Adsit
Laurie Lewandowski
Christie Smith
Kennel Attendants
Ariel Jones
Olivia Heath
