I grew up in West Allis. After attending West Allis Central High School, I got my undergrad and doctorate at the University of Wisconsin Madison in 1995. I then completed my two year internship at Hollywood Animal Hospital in Southern Florida. Here I got the chance to fine tune my internal and emergency medicine skills. After Hollywood, I then moved up the coast and practiced one year at Imperial Point Animal Hospital in Deerfield Beach Florida. In 1998 I moved back to the Midwest and joined the family here at Spirit of 76th Veterinary Clinic.

In 2003 I purchased the practice from Dr. Stan Thieman who retired. My interests are in all aspects of veterinary medicine with a special interest in canine orthopedics especially cruciate, hip and patella surgeries.

I also played semi pro hockey and is still involved in local ice hockey. My other interests include golf, camping, home improvement, and spending time with my wife, Natalia.

I have been a veterinary technician since 1996. Before that, I spent three summers working at the Zoo. Now, I am the office manager here at Spirit! I have a tabby cat named Legos, whom I acquired from a vet clinic I used to work at. I got her on Sweetest's Day in 1997. I also have a Shepherd mix dog named Bristol. The first three years of her life, she was a farm dog, but is now loving the lush city life! She has also joined and passed canine good citizen classes, and has become a therapy dog. I spend my free time taking her to nursing homes and hospitals, and we love it! My other personal interests include scrapbooking and stamping, movies, pumpkin carving, camping and walking. Spirit of 76th does "Pictures with Santa" for your pets every Christmas season, and my dad and I are in charge of it. This season, stop on by for a picture of your pet with Santa!

I have been working in veterinary medicine since 1993. Since that time, I have had various job duties, but mostly as a technician. When I'm not at work, I spend the rest of my time with my son, John, and my husband, Jerry. I also visit my mother frequently. We enjoy watching movies at home, and spending time outdoors.

We have an interesting variety of animals, including a frog and two cute zebra finches named Gracie and Dr. Pepper. They are very vocal, especially in the morning!

I have been working for Spirit since 1998. I love every aspect of the job and have a hand in all of the duties. I have also worked State Fair since 1998. My husband Tom and I have been married for eighteen years. We have four children, Steven, Rachel and Sarah. We also have another daughter, Angie, and son-in-law, Jim. They have given us two grandchildren, Becky and Jessica. Soon our daughter Rachel will be giving us another grandchild, and it's a girl!

We have three dogs, Nelly, a Shepherd mix, Archie, a Golden Retriever and Munchkin, a Chihuahua, and four cats, Gracie, Lilo, Fat Man and Baby.

In my spare time, I like to read and spend time with family and friends.

I have been working at Spirit since 2003. I work here on Saturdays, and I also work full time at the Animal Eye Specialist in Waukesha. I am owned by two cats, Owen and Mishka, and a Rex bunny named Charms. I just bought a condo with my sister and have been having fun decorating and setting up house. In my spare time I like to see movies and read, and think of new ways to decorate!

I joined the Spirit team back in 1996, and have been working here on and off since. I started out in the kennel and now I am one of the receptionists here. I had to take a short break recently to welcome my new daughter, Amber Lynn to our family! She is a joy for me, such a good baby, though she does beat up the other kids in daycare...hmmm...I also have a wonderful son named Tyler. I don't have any animals, due to my daughter's allergies, but I do love them and love working here!

Hi, my name is Johanna. I have been a veterinary technician since 2003, and have been a member of the Spirit family since September, 2006. I recently got my bachelor's degrees in Environmental Since and Biology from Alverno College. I have one cat named Consuela, and two dogs named Brooklyn and Dogzilla. In my spare time I read, go to concerts and plays, and go biking. I am an advocate for the fair treatment of all dog breeds and a member of "Brew City Bully Club". Working with animals and clients here at Spirit is fun and rewarding.

I started working at Spirit of 76th Veterinary Clinic in April of 2007. I work as a floater which means I help out where I'm needed. I enjoy working with animals.

In my spare time I like going to hockey games, spending time with my friends, and being out doors.

I recently obtained my DVM at the University of WI School of Veterinary Medicine, Class of 2007. My undergraduate degree is from the University of MN in Science in Agriculture. This is my first job out in the "real World" and I am very excited to be a part of the Spirit of 76th Staff. I currently have only one cat named Phoenix, I preformed my first surgery on her during vet. school (my wife however has a full Zoo at our house). My hobbies include golfing, fishing, reading, and doing odd jobs around the house ( yeah, I'm a wild and crazy guy, I know).

I was born and raised in rural Southern Wisconsin. I graduated form the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. I hope to blend my enthusiasm and experience with the family here at the Spirit of 76th. My intrust include but are not limited to camping, skiing (both water and snow), jetski racing, and producing and playing music,

Hi, my name is Jenny, I've worked in the veterinary field since 1997 off and on. I started out working at a stable taking care of horses. Then I became a receptionist at various veterinary clinics. I have a super cool 16 year old son named Brandon, the cutest little cocker spaniel named Tucker and a great cat named Salem. In my spare time I like to relax with family, friends and my wonderful boyfriend "David". I can't imagine another field I would be happier working in.

Hi, I'm Ashley. I graduated from West Allis Central High School in 2006 and have since been attending Cardinal Stritch University. I'm currently working towards obtaining my undergraduate degree at Stritch where I am a double major in biology and chemistry and hope to someday become a veterinarian myself! When I'm not at school or work, my favorite pastime is spending time playing with my adorable pets. I have an extremely loveable long-haired Chihuahua named "Bella", a very energetic new pug puppy named "Lucky", and a fifteen year old cat named "Sammy" (that I've had since first grade!) And another younger and much more mischievous cat named "Leo". They're a lot of work at times, but I love them to death and don't know what I'd do with out them.

My name is Stephany, I have always loved animals. I've always had pets growing up, To this day I live with quite a menagerie including a dog named "Estee", two rabbits named "Jake" and "Elwood" (AKA Blues Bunnies) and three cats "Pixie, "Buddha, and last but not least "Dexter". So I feel really lucky to be working here at Spirit! I have worked at several clinics before but Spirit is defiantly my favorite. I love learning about animal care and talking with clients about their pets. I'm always sharing stories about my pets and I can't wait to hear yours!

Hello my name is Amanda. Growing up volunteering on a horse ranch, I learned quickly how to care for a variety of animals. When I got done with high school I knew I wanted to become a veterinary technician. From there I moved to Denver, CO to go to Bel-Rea Institute to do just that. During that time I volunteered as a tech at an emergency hospital. After I was done with school I moved back home where I continued to work as a vet tech. As of now I have 10 years experience under my belt.

I live with two cats, "Dreamer" and "Jake", a dog named "Razz", a turtle named "Snappy" and my hamster who nickname is "Hammykins". They keep me on schedule and without them I wouldn't be sane! :)

I'm new to the Spirit of 76th Veterinary Clinic and I'm very excited to be with the team. The doctors are exceptional and the staff here are wonderful. Always ready to overcome the next challenge. I'm looking forward to what's to come.

Hello, my name is Denise. I'm a wife and Mother of two grown children and a grandmother to four grandchildren. I also have four legged kids (dogs). It's my life long dream to be working here at Spirit of 76th Veterinary Clinic. I have been bring my animals her for fifteen plus years and now I can take care of your animals when they are here.

I have been working in the animal health care field since 1990. Although back in 2000 my husband Bill and I decided I would take a break from the "9" to "5" to be a stay at home mom for our three children Paige, Riley, and Bryce. But with my littlest one soon off to school, I have joined the Spirit of 76th Veterinary Clinic team part time. It has been fun acclimating to an out of the house job again. My family and I have a great love of nature. We do a lot of outdoor activities in all seasons, but summer is our favorite. We spend many our weekends on our land in Rome, WI. We are members of the Milwaukee Zoological Society and enjoy visiting zoos and aquariums in other states. As a family we also are novice spelunkers, we have been threw a few caves here in Wisconsin as well as a few in Kentucky. Myself I love to garden and take our two dogs for long walks. My four legged family members are the two dogs, a black lab, and a min pin. We also have a few cats, and a rabbit.