Veterinarians & Practice Owners
Michael W. Parks, DVM
Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, 1984
Dr. Parks feels most at home in the operating room, where he can see the immediate results of his surgical work. He finds deep satisfaction in the relationships he builds with clients and their animals. When not caring for patients, he enjoys boating and spending time with his grandchildren. He and his wife Gina, share their home with two dogs, ZouZou and Ginger
Chris H. Runde, DVM
Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, 1985
Dr. Runde is focused on building relationships with his clients, both small animal and equine. He is delighted by the challenges and surprises that come with veterinary practice because every day is different.
He likes to chase striped bass on the Potomac River in the summer and watch foxhounds work the woods and fields in the winter. Dr. Runde and his wife Karen reside at Briarpatch Farm with three horses, three donkeys, and two amazing dogs.
Associate Veterinarians
Charles L. Benedict, DVM
Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, 1994
A lifelong animal lover with a special interest in ophthalmology, Dr. Benedict treats dogs, cats, horses, and farm animals. Away from the hospital, he enjoys golfing, fishing, and football with his family and their pets: dogs Jigsy and Spencer, and cats Squishy, Gary, and Marcie.
Kristina Kravchenko, DVM
University of Tennessee, 2022
Dr. Kravchenko graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 2022. Dr. Kravchenko has always loved working with animals and enjoyed learning about medicine, so she decided to pursue a career in veterinary medicine where she could do both. Dr. Kravchenko enjoys seeing cats, dogs, and farm animals as patients. She has many interests including small animal internal medicine, canine physical rehabilitation, and small ruminant medicine and reproduction. In her free time, Dr. Kravchenko enjoys doing martial arts, going biking, hiking, woodturning, and occasionally going on walks with her cat, Vasya. Originally from Knoxville, Tennessee, Dr. Kravchenko is excited to see what Southern Maryland has to offer her!
Tammy Dorsch, DVM
Ross University/Purdue University
Joining us in 2022, Dr. Dorsch specializes in soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, and exotic pets. A Charlotte Hall resident, she brings both professional expertise and local perspective to her practice.
Kayla Blatman, DVM
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, 2024
Dr. Kayla Blatman is thrilled to be joining the Tidewater team after graduating from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2024. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Virginia Tech in Animal & Poultry Sciences. She has had a lifelong interest in animals, working at a farm and riding horses, and is excited to continue caring for dogs, cats, farm animals and horses. Dr. Blatman is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Veterinary Information Network.
She has many professional interests including the human-animal bond, soft tissue surgery, small ruminant medicine, preventative care, and helping her clients so they can provide their animals with the best life possible. Outside of work, Dr. Blatman enjoys singing, spending time with family and friends, reading, and being outdoors. Originally from northern Virginia, she is looking forward to exploring southern Maryland.
Delaney B. Briscoe, DVM
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, 2026
Dr. Delaney Briscoe is excited to be joining the Tidewater team after graduating from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2026. She graduated from Auburn University in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. Dr. Briscoe is originally from Calvert County, MD and is happy to move back home to Southern Maryland. She looks forward to working with dogs, cats, horses, and farm animals. Outside of work, she enjoys boating on the Patuxent river, watching Auburn football, reading, and spending time with her friends and family.