Originally from Queens, NY. At the age of 12 Niccole knew she wanted to become a veterinarian. Graduated Magna cum laude from Tuskegee University in Alabama with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science in 2002. She obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University in 2006. Upon graduation, she completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at Long Island Veterinary Specialists in Plainview, NY. She joined West Hills Animal Hospital in 2007. Her interests include diabetes mellitus management, dermatology and renal disease.

Dr Bruno has served as a mentor to Long Island students interested in veterinary medicine and frequently gives lectures for career day at various schools in NYC and Long Island. In her spare time, Dr. Bruno enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, arts and crafts and reading. Dr. Bruno has 2 dogs: Fendi (Peke-poo) and Jimmy (shih-poo) and 2 Siamese cats.