Dr. Sarah Koniers joined Patton Veterinary Hospital in February 2022, bringing her deep passion for animals and commitment to strengthening the human-animal bond. A native of Williamsport, PA, Dr. Koniers grew up surrounded by pets and knew from an early age that she wanted to help both animals and their owners by keeping their beloved companions healthy.
Dr. Koniers earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology/Biotechnology from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts before attending the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, where she earned her VMD. After veterinary school, she and her husband moved to New Hampshire, where she spent 10 years caring for patients at a small animal hospital and had three of their four children. Although they enjoyed life in New England, they eventually returned to Pennsylvania to be closer to family.
Now, Dr. Koniers is proud to call Patton Veterinary Hospital her professional home, where she continues to care for pets and support their families with compassion and expertise. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and values the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of her patients every day.
At home, Dr. Koniers is a proud mom of four children and three pets. Her dog Huck, a Lab-Hound mix, was transported from Mississippi to New Hampshire for adoption and has grown into a wonderful family companion who patiently tolerates the joyful chaos of her household. She also has two cats: Murray, a cuddly and drooling lap cat, and Ginger, his shy and reserved sibling.
In her free time, Dr. Koniers enjoys reading, hiking, and chasing her kids around. On a rare day off, she dreams of sleeping in past 7:00 a.m. and spending a peaceful day at the beach. She also has a love for travel and has already crossed a few items off her bucket list, including taking a cruise and swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. One day, she hopes to fulfill her dream of swimming with dolphins.
Dr. Koniers’ favorite quote by Mother Teresa—“Kind words can be short and simple to speak, but their echoes are truly endless”—reflects her approach to both her personal and professional life. She is grateful to be part of the PVH team and looks forward to continuing to provide exceptional care to the pets and families of the community.