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    Carrie

    Practice Manager / Hospital Administrator

    Carrie has been working at both hospitals since November 1993. She has been receptionist, technician, and now our Practice Manager. She has been in the veterinary field for over 25 years.

    “I started out as a kennel assistant and worked very hard to be in the position I am today. I love my job and wouldn’t change it for the world. I love challenges and every day presents us new ones. I am currently working on my Veterinary Practice Manager certification.”

    Carrie is a member of VHMA.  She is married and has two daughters.  In her spare time she likes to play with her children, go camping, and go 4-wheeling.

      Kayrine

      Senior Vet Assistant

      Kayrine has been with our practice since Oct 05. She received her veterinary assistant certificate through PIMA. Kayrine has a son and 2 daughters, and a dog named Isis.  In her spare time, she likes to go camping, ride ATVs, and go hunting.

      Medical Interests:

      Surgery and Dentistry

        Ashley

        CVT/Client Care Coordinator

        Ashley is a CVT. She rejoined our practice last month because she missed working as a technician! She is married and they have a 4 year old daughter. They also have a dog named Putter. Ashley is a huge Packers fan & loves football! 

        Medical Interests:

        Internal Medicine & Dentistry

            Shannon

            Vet Assistant / Relations Manager

            Shannon received her Veterinary Assistant Certificate through PIMA in 2008. She has been with our practice for 5 years and is a wonderful asset! Shannon and her boyfriend have 4 dogs and 3 cats. In her spare time, she likes to play XBox and to spend time with her family.
            Medical Interests:
            Dental, abdominal exploratory, ACL and FHO’s. “Anything I get to scrub in for. Anything out of the ordinary.”

                Cassie Baker

                Vet Assistant

                Cassie recently received her veterinary assistant certificate through PIMA. She lives at home with her four adorable rottweilers. In her spare time, Cassie enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with family.

                Medical Interests:

                Surgery and Medical emergencies.

                 

                    Carrie

                    Vet Assistant

                    My name is Carrie. Originally from Wisconsin, she completed the Veterinary Assistant program at PIMA Medical Institute. A Packer’s fan, she and her daughter like to spend spare time with family.

                    Medical Interests:

                    Animal Nutrition

                     

                        Katrina

                        Vet Assistant

                        My name is Katrina. I am from Chimayo, New Mexico. I recently graduated from Brown Mackie College. I have two children and two dogs named Sharkbait and Psycho. I enjoy working with clients and patients and I look forward to expanding my education as I work at TLC.

                        Medical Interests:
                        Surgery, exotic animals, recovering patients after surgery

                            Sarah

                            Receptionist

                            I am currently working with TLC, while I work on getting my Veterinarian Assistant’s license and Bachelor of Science in Biology / Zoology. I love helping animals in any way I can. Working for TLC is a great place for me to continue doing that while I prepare for a career in the field. My husband and I have a dog named Sheldon. During my free time I like to read, travel and hag out with my family and friends.

                            Medical Interests:

                            Exotic animal care.

                                Liz

                                Receptionist

                                Liz has been with us for over a year. Liz is an active foster for one of the rescue groups. She has had a passion for taking care of animals for a very long time. She & her husband, Jay, love the outdoors. They like to hike, go camping, etc. They also have a daughter and a son. Liz and her family are also avid Packers fans!!

                                    Chris C.

                                    Vet Assistant

                                    Chris recently graduated from the Veterinary Tech Program at Brown Mackie College. I will take my state test to become a licensed RVT in July. He is married with 2 kids, 2 dogs and a cat with room to spare for foster pets. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, MMA, hiking and hunting.
                                    Medical Interests:
                                    Emergencies, Critical Care, Dentistry and Surgeries

                                        Chris

                                        Vet Assistant

                                        I am working towards a veterinary technician’s degree. A few things I enjoy doing are helping people and animals, hanging out with friends, hiking and playing video games. I look forward to furthering my career in the veterinary field.

                                            Michelle

                                            Vet Assistant

                                            My name is Michelle. I have been in the veterinary field for 13 year. I graduated from PIMA’s first VA class in 2002. I have two wonderful children and 4 four-legged babies. When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family, camping, gardening and lots of BBQing!

                                            Medical Interests:

                                            Emergency medicine and surgical procedures.

                                                Kerri N.

                                                RVT

                                                I love spending time outdoors and with my animals. I cherish the time I get with my family of 7. She recently passed her VTNE and her state boards and is now a Registered Vet Tech (RVT).

                                                Medical Interests:

                                                Animal Dentistry

                                                    Robert

                                                    Kennel Assistant

                                                    Born and raised right here in Albuquerque, Robert enjoys hiking, camping, painting and drawing, as well as volunteering with the Animal Welfare Department. Father of two fur babies, Doobie and Dakota. Loves any and all animals. Hopes to become a Doctor one day.

                                                    Medical Interests:

                                                    Emergency Medicine, Surgeries

                                                        “Sam” – Samantha

                                                        Kennel Assistant

                                                        My name is Sam, I recently graduated from Pima medical Institute. My fiancé, Aaron, and I have two dogs: Mr. Wilson and Lilly. They are our children. Animals have always been a passion of mine and I am thrilled to be surrounded by them.

                                                        Medical Interests:

                                                        Emergency and critical care
                                                        Surgery

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