Dr. Jennifer Matteson was raised in a Navy family and lived primarily on the East Coast, but also enjoyed being stationed in Idaho and Italy. She received her Bachelor's degree from Kenyon College in Ohio and her DVM degree from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. She practiced in Toronto, Ontario, Canada before returning to Southern Maryland. In March of 2024, she joined the staff of Prince Frederick Animal Hospital.
While Dr. Matteson enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, she has a particular interest in surgery. In addition to treating feline and canine patients, she works with ferrets, small mammals, and the otters at the Calvert Marine Museum. She regularly attends conferences to study all the newest and latest in veterinary medicine and surgery.
At home, Dr. Matteson enjoys her time with her husband, Johnny, and her two children, Ethan and Siena. She is an enthusiastic soccer mom, school volunteer, and Boy Scout leader. She loves backpacking, camping, gardening, and horseback riding.