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!

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. 

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! 

A native of Chicago and then Oak Forest, Naomii attended college on an athletic scholarship.  She has years of customer service experience in the medical field and is anxious to meet you and your fur babies.  Her easy smile and enthusiasm are contagious and we're glad she's part of our team.  In her free time, Naomii plays on softball and soccer teams, and any sport that comes her way!  She and her family share their home with 4 dogs.

Olivia has lived in Chicago all her life and had previously worked at another clinic before joining us.  She said she was attracted to our clinic because of our good online reviews, our family like staff and our commitment to Fear Free visits for our patients.  She enjoys educating clients so their pets can get the best care.  Outside of work, Olivia keeps busy with her three children, two pitties and three cats.