Our Veterinary Team

Meet the amazing staff behind your pet’s care below.

Meet the Staff at The Pet Mechanic!

With our veterinary team, you can be assured that your loved ones will be our number one priority.

Dr. Nathan Foley

Dr. Foley grew up in upstate NY and knew from a young age that he wanted to be a veterinarian. He went to the University of Florida, where he got his B.S. and continued on to graduate from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Foley’s special interests in veterinary medicine include dental surgeries, behavior modification, and preventative care. He has a full house of animals, including Milo, his firstborn (a Beagle/Aussie mix), Kida, a brindle rescue he adopted after treating her as a stray at his old job, and now Warby, a truly good boy with all sorts of allergies.

Dr. Kayla Harris

Dr. Harris grew up in southeastern Pennsylvania and knew from a young age that she wanted to be a veterinarian after caring for her family’s multitude of pets. She received her B.S. in Biology from Case Western Reserve University in 2018. Then, she immediately attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, where she graduated in 2022. Within veterinary medicine, Dr. Harris is particularly interested in soft tissue surgery and exotic pets. She spends the majority of her free time reading, drawing, or playing board games.

Dr. Desmond Coates

Dr. Coates was born in Fayetteville, AR, but raised in Memphis, TN. Throughout his childhood, he had always wanted to be a veterinarian. His late Uncle Bryant used to raise and breed Miniature Schnauzers and German Shepherds. He attended The University of Tennessee-Knoxville for both his undergraduate and veterinary degrees. Dr. Coates’ special interests include ophthalmology, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery.

Dr. Coates and his wife moved to Philadelphia in July 2022. They are excited to explore the rich history and food scene that the city provides and would love to hear any recommended food spots. His other interests include playing soccer, anime and manga, sports, and community service. He is a proud member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Incorporated and has been a part of the organization since Spring 2013. He looks forward to meeting new and established clients and assures that their fur babies will be safe with him. (In the picture is his sweet and sassy cat Violet, who was adopted from Morris Animal Refuge. She was not pleased with the photo.)

Dr. Kimberly Morante

Dr. Kimberly Morante was born in New Jersey and raised between New York City and the coastal part of Ecuador in the city of Guayaquil, where her family is from. Her passion for animals began in childhood, inspired by her grandparents who cared for stray dogs and cats in their community—a common need in South American countries where animal welfare resources were limited at the time. This early exposure to compassion and advocacy for animals sparked a lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian.

She pursued her veterinary education at Ross University, graduating in 2019, and completed her clinical year at Michigan State University. Within the field, Dr. Morante has a special interest in soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and preventative care—areas where she brings both skill and dedication to improving her patients’ health and quality of life.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Morante maintains an active lifestyle through weightlifting and cycling, and she loves exploring city trails with her island rescue dog, Bandit. She’s also an enthusiastic foodie, always eager to share great meals and experiences with friends and family.