Thrive Pet Healthcare names a new chief operating officer

Thrive Pet Healthcare, a national network of 400 veterinary hospitals, has appointed Andrew Triolo, DVM, MS, MAM, as chief operating officer (COO).

Dr Andrew Triolo, new COO of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

According to a company release,¹ prior to joining Thrive, Triolo served in various leaders roles for VCA Animal Hospitals (VCA), and most recently as senior group vice president. During his approximately 30-year tenure at VCA, Triolo progressively extended his responsibilities, overseeing a diverse network of hospitals.

"We are delighted to welcome Dr Triolo to our team," expressed Tad Stahel, chief executive officer of Thrive, in the release.¹ "He has demonstrated an ability to enable teams at scale to unlock their potential while providing exceptional veterinary care across a diverse network of veterinary hospitals. His impressive background and deep understanding of the veterinary profession will be invaluable as we continue building the most connected and trusted pet healthcare ecosystem."

Trio noted that he has "long admired Thrive's bold vision to create an unparalleled experience of veterinary care," in the release.¹ "Thrive's commitment to medical excellence and its determination to positively impact the lives of countless pets and families deeply resonates with me. Delivering on our mission is driven by the success of our people, and I am energized to work alongside such a talented team of veterinary professionals and hospital teams to support the company's growth."

Scott Schatzberg, DVM, PhD, chief medical officer of Thrive and expert in veterinary neurology, indicated that the appointment is a good fit for Thrive's commitment to nurturing both people and pets. "Dr Triolo has the perfect combination of medical expertise and operational experience to maximize the talent and impact of our care teams. I am thrilled to partner with him and look forward to his impact on delivering even better outcomes for our patients and their families," Schatzberg said, in the release.¹

Triolo succeeds Angela Jaskolski, who is pursuing other opportunities, according to the company.

Reference

Thrive Pet Healthcare appoints Dr Andrew Triolo as COO. News release. Thrive Pet Healthcare. June 22, 2023. Accessed June 22, 2023. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/thrive-pet-healthcare-appoints-dr-andrew-triolo-as-coo-301857647.html