Meet Our Team

Hi, I'm Sarah, a veterinary technician at Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital. I graduated from York Technical Institute’s Veterinary Technician program in 2024. I decided to join the Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital team in June 2025. I’m proud to be part of a dedicated team that shares my passion for high-quality, compassionate care for animals and their people.

Hi, I’m Carissa, a veterinary technician and the Inventory Manager at Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital. I’ve been a Licensed Veterinary Technician since 2010.

Hi, I’m Jett! I’m a proud Ithaca native and a graduate of Tompkins Cortland Community College, where I earned my Associate’s in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education. I’ve been part of the Briar Patch team since 2019.

Hi, I’m Christy, a veterinary assistant at Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital. I’ve always had a passion for animals, but working in a veterinary hospital really made me fall in love with caring for them and being part of their healing journey.

Hi, I’m Dr. Ingrid Rhinehart, owner of Briar Patch Veterinary Hospital. After practicing veterinary medicine in both Western New York and Western Pennsylvania, I made my way back to Ithaca and took over Briar Patch in 2016. I’m so grateful to be part of this incredible community, and I plan to be here for a very long time.

Hi, I'm Dr. Amy Morgenstern! I earned both my Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Animal Science (2007) and my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (2011) from Cornell University.