NJ Veterinary Medical Board Disciplinary Actions

Dr. Katelyn Felts Veterinary Settlement Letter

NJ State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners completed review of complaint #VFT-2025-05817 concerning Dr. Katelyn Felts' treatment of a dog and patient record deficiencies. Board found violation of patient record regulation N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.9 and offers settlement requiring $500 civil penalty within 21 days to avoid formal disciplinary proceedings.

Dr. Gerald Buchoff Consent Order for Veterinary Negligence

The New Jersey Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners issued a Consent Order against Dr. Gerald Buchoff for multiple acts of negligence in treating a Yorkshire Terrier in July-August 2020, resulting in the dog's death. The Order requires Dr. Buchoff to complete 5 credit hours of emergency protocol continuing education within 6 months and pay a $7,500 civil penalty over 18 months. The Board found violations of N.J.S.A. 45:1-21(d) including premature IV port removal, failure to maintain emergency equipment, and inadequate documentation.

Nicole Desmond DVM Settlement - $2,000 Civil Penalty for Negligence

The New Jersey State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners issued a settlement letter to Dr. Nicole Desmond requiring a $2,000 civil penalty for repeated acts of negligence, malpractice, or incompetence related to refusal of emergency care and failure to provide follow-up care to a patient. The settlement must be accepted within 21 days or the matter proceeds to formal disciplinary proceedings.