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Carrie Quirk Hospital Manager
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. ”
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.
- Tel: 505.275.3647
- Location: 1300 Wyoming NE
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Shannon Housman Practice Manager
Shannon found her place here at TLC Pet Hospital in 2008 and couldn’t imagine working anywhere else! She and her fiancé have 5 dogs and 3 cats. In her spare time she enjoys console gaming and thanks to her fiancé, she’s an automotive enthusiast.
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Robert Mathieson Operations Manager / Surgical ManagerBorn 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.
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Chris C., RVT Referral AdvocateChris has been a Registered Vet Technician (RVT) since 2017. He has been with TLC since 2017 as well.Previously, he was an Infantryman with the Army. He has a lovely wife and three amazing children. He has a dog and a cat who are spoiled and get away with more than his kids. He’s interested in MMA, Hunting, Video Games and Animal training.Medical Interests:Emergencies, Critical Care, Surgeries and General practice.
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Chris Vet Assistant
Chris has been with TLC since 2014. He started as a kennel tech and has worked his way up to Veterinary Assistant. Animals have always been his passion and he’s thankful for the opportunity to do what he loves. He enjoys hiking and walking with his dog, Lando, hanging out with friends and playing video games and pretty much anything Star Wars related.
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“Sam” – Samantha Vet Assistant
Sam graduated from Pima medical Institute. Sam and her husband, Aaron, have two dogs: Mr. Wilson and Lilly. They are like their children. Animals have always been a passion of hers and she is thrilled to be surrounded by them.
Medical Interests:
Emergency and critical care
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Shaefer Vet Assistant
Currently a biology student at UNM, Shaefer has been working towards a career as a veterinarian for most of his academic life. He grew up on a small farm with horses and cattle in northern New Mexico, and is passionate about animals, protecting the environment, and anything that he can do outdoors!
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Gladys Vet Assistant
Gladys graduated from PIMA Medical Institute in the spring of 2019. Caring for animals has always been her passion. She hopes to become a doctor some day. In Glady’s spare time she enjoys traveling, going on adventurous hikes and we can’t forget…hanging out with her fur baby, Candie.
Medical Interests: Surgery, General practice
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Ja’Mia Receptionist
Ja’Mia was born on a military base in Bethesda, MD. She moved to New Mexico in the 4th grade and has lived here ever since. She has a passion for animals and plans on continuing her education in veterinary medicine. Ja’Mia has 1 fur baby named Titus. Ja’Mia is interested in video games, reading and medicine.
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Oliver, RVT RVT
Oliver worked in human medicine for eight years before he found his true home in veterinary medicine in 2018. He loves all sports, especially soccer, wrestling and basketball which he plays to this day. Creative projects and yoga are his favorite recreations. His love of teaching and learning will always allow him the patience for a few extra minutes to connect with a client, co-worker or four-legged friend.
Medical Interests:
Behavior, dentistry, nutrition
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Dawn Vet Assistant
Dawn has a husky/wolf, a husky, chiweenie and 2 cats. She loves reading and hearing about new things everyday.
Medical Interests:
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Berenice Vet Assistant
Berenice has two brothers and a sister. She has a husky who is her motivation for continued success in one of her main hobbies which is dogs. She loves taking care of animals which is why she wanted to become a Veterinarian Assistant. She graduated from Pima Medical Institute.
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Jeremiah (JJ) Assistant
Jeremiah was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM. His whole life he has wanted to be a veterinarian. He started at TLC as an intern. He enjoys being outdoors and playing with his pets. “TLC has taught me so much and I couldn’t imagine working anywhere else.”
Medical Interests:
Surgery, General Practice
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