OUR TEAM
Dr. Nicholas Pope
Dr. Nicholas Pope grew up on a farm in Oklahoma, knowing from an early age that he wanted to be a veterinarian. Inspired by his grandmother, who managed a multi-doctor veterinary clinic in his hometown, Dr. Pope developed a passion for veterinary practice ownership, exceptional patient care, team leadership, and practice management. He now enjoys life in beautiful Somerset County, where he lives on a small farm with his wife, Dr. Elizabeth Pope, and their sons, Benjamin and William. Outside of work, Dr. Pope’s life revolves around animals—including two beloved dogs, Nora and Brody, and a small herd of cows, goats, and chickens. When he’s not at the clinic, you can find him fishing the Raritan, golfing, or simply admiring his cows.
Dr. Chelsey Smentkowski
Dr. Chelsey joined the Clover Hill team in August 2023. Dr. Chelsey attended Wilson College for her BS in Biology and earned her DVM from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Chelsey is a New Jersey native who has worked the last 6 years in Central NJ. She strongly believes in the power of the human-animal bond and works to educate pet parents to provide their furry family members with the best care possible. Her special interests include veterinary dentistry and palliative care. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her significant other Michael working on their many projects and relaxing with her cats Yams, Baby, Mozzie, and Papi. She believes cats are like potato chips, you can’t just have one!
Dr. Christy Artuso
Dr. Artuso graduated from Muhlenberg College with a BS in natural sciences and earned her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania. She practiced for three years in Basking Ridge before joining Clover Hill Animal Hospital in 2001. Dr. Artuso is fear-free certified and accredited by the USDA to provide health certificates for international travel. Her focus is on preventive care, wellness, and internal medicine. Dr. Artuso and her husband, Brian, have four active children who keep them busy. When not with family, she enjoys reading, gardening, practicing yoga, paddleboarding, or watching sports while snuggling with her four cats: “Z,” Celia, Jackson “the trouble maker,” and Raelyn.
Dr. Ann Ascher
Dr. Ascher considers herself lucky to have been able to follow her childhood dream of becoming a veterinarian. She graduated from Virginia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in Biology & obtained her DVM from Auburn University. She enjoys being surrounded here at Clover Hill with a staff that loves people & animals and a culture of kindness & compassion. Dr. Ascher enjoys surgery, challenging cases, dentistry, and is USDA accredited. In her spare time, she cares for two aging kitties, three dogs, and four horses. She also enjoys gardening and ballroom dancing with her husband, Bill.
Dr. Jamie Abato
Dr. Jamie is a New Jersey native who grew up in Mount Olive before moving to Denville where she currently resides. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware (Go Blue Hens!) before pursuing her doctorate from Midwestern University in Arizona. Dr. Jamie is passionate about providing high quality care to her patients and enjoys building lasting relationships with their families. Outside of the clinic, she loves reading, traveling, and hiking with her three-legged pitbull Bruce.
About Us
what is Clover Hill Animal Hospital?
Serving the areas of Flemington, Raritan, Neshanic, East Amwell, and Ringoes, Clover Hill Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional care for your pets.
Our veterinarians and staff stay up-to-date with the latest diagnostics, treatments, and wellness programs, ensuring your pet receives the best care for a happy, healthy life.
At Clover Hill Animal Hospital, we’re committed to making a difference in our community—one pet, and one family, at a time.
