Meet Our Team

Ashley brings over 16 years of experience in veterinary practices to Markham Animal Clinic.  She is a Certified Veterinary Technician and has been a Manager at other animal hospitals. Ashley is an accomplished leader and provides a pleasurable work environment rich in learning and team work.  She leads by example, jumping in to assist wherever needed. When not at work Ashley enjoys spending time with family, playing piano, reading and riding her horse Muffin.  She also has two chickens named Beatrice and Patty, a Ragdoll cat named Izzy, a German Shepherd named Rusty, and her pitbulls - Lola, Lily and Bruno. 

Shannon is a graduate of Fox College's Veterinary Technology Program and is a licensed Certified Veterinary Technician.  She assists in surgery, performs in house laboratory and administers medical treatments on the orders of veterinarians.  She enjoys taking care of pets of all types!  In her free times she enjoys reading and playing video games.  Here she is with her cat Pepper and dog Duke.

Haley is a graduate of Fox College and is a veterinary technician, assisting with surgical and medical cases, as well as educating clients on preventive care.  She enjoys helping people with their pets and spending time with her own pets Roxy, Kelsey and KitKat.  We're glad she's part of our team!

Michelle has worked as a veterinary assistant and technician for many years and has a passion for learning new skills.  She provides our patients with competent, compassionate care.  A native of Tinley Park, Michelle holds a BS in Wildlife Biology from the University of Montana at Missoula.  In her free time she enjoys horseback riding, running and reading.  She shares her home with three cats Coltrane, Daphne and Chubbs.

Kate has many years of experience as a veterinary assistant and performs many technician  duties.  She has a degree in Biochemistry from St. Xavier University and is currently a first year student at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine.  We look forward to Kate returning to MAC during her school breaks. Here she is with Evita, a five year old rescued chihuahua/terrier.

Jessica has years of experience in pet care, having been a kennel assistant and is now an exam room and treatment technician.  She has a sixth sense for animals and does all she can to make your pet's visit Fear Free.

Eliana has many years of experience in pet care and animal shelters,  and hopes to pursue a career as a certified veterinary technician. She holds a BS degree in Biology with a focus on Zoology, and a minor in Sociology, from Western Illinois University.  Eliana takes great care of your boarded pet and assists the doctors and technicians with treatments. In her free time she enjoys movies and spending time with family and friends.  Here she is with her Puggle, Bug.  Nikko, a Teddy Bear (Bichon Frise / Shih Tzu mix) often comes to visit and play with Bug!

Marisa has years of experience managing local pet stores and grooming salons, and has a true passion for helping pets get the care they need.  Marisa holds a degree from Knox College.  She is also an accomplished vocalist! In her free time she, her husband and young son enjoy going to museums, hockey games and of course, the zoo.  They share their home with a Dalmatian named Pongo, and a pitbull mix, Vader. .

Karen has years of clinical experience in human medical care and joined our staff as a receptionist as a career change.  Outside of her duties at MAC, Karen teaches piano.  She enjoys biking and visiting her grown and college student children with her husband Rick. 

Alissa has had many pets her entire life and has worked as a dog walker, cared for pets at a pet hotel, and more recently worked as a CSR at another animal hospital.  She enjoys making her own healthy treats for her pets, and paw balms for their feet.  Her other interests include fashion and makeup.  Alissa and her husband share their home with two cats, Saylor and Nyla,  as well as a Lhasa Apso named Isabelle Anne and a Shepherd named Craig. She is passionate about helping our clients with their pets and makes sure they get the care they need.

Keyveanna is shown with one of her many pets, Panther.  She has several years of experience working with animals, and at a large veterinary clinic she was kennel shift leader, receptionist, veterinary assistant and bather.  Kiwi is very knowledgeable about all aspects of pet care and makes sure you get top notch customer service and the best possible care for your pet, both with the compassion of a true pet lover. 

Briawna has recently joined our time at the front desk.  She has years of customer service experience and in anxious to meet you and your pets!

Luz is an experienced animal handler, having worked at various animal shelters and she loves giving your pets the best of care.  She keeps the pets well fed, clean and exercised, in addition to helping doctors and technicians with treatments. When not working she enjoys bicycling with her husband and playing video games.  She and her husband share their home with Izzy the shih tzu, Scarlet the hound dog mix, a hamster named Princess Bubble Gum, and here she is shown with their cat Yuji.

Marisol has recently joined our team as a kennel attendant.  She will give your pet boarding with us the best of TLC!