Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Animal Medical Center of Surprise in Surprise! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Please call us at 623-295-1811 to speak to one of our caring veterinary staff members!
Our Animal Medical Center of Surprise team is a group of caring, compassionate and educated individuals. We have come together to provide you with the highest quality of medical care for your four legged family members. We look forward to serving you!
I have been practicing veterinary medicine since 1998. My undergraduate work was done at UW- Wisconsin Stevens Point graduating with a Biology major and a chemistry and microbiology minor. I received my D.V.M degree from UW- Wisconsin Madison. I have been living in Arizona for over 18 years now and consider this my home...
Hello! My name is Karen and I’m privileged to be able to work alongside DR. Paquin at the Animal Medical Center of Surprise! We look forward to serving Surprise and the surrounding cities with the best possible Veterinary care.
I enjoy being out on the lake during the warm summer months, and cuddled up on a couch reading a good book in the winter months with our 5 cats!
Hello, my name is Carrie and I recently started working for the Animal Medical center Of Surprise in March of this year. I have been in the field however for the past 18yrs in both rescue and full service medicine. I share my life with my husband Danny and our 2 sons Ryan and Jason. We also have 2 four legged fur babies named “Star “ a 10yr old Queensland Heeler and “ Comet “ a 5yr old Lab Pit mix. In my spare time I love working out and spending time with my church family and friends.
Hello! My name is Clare. I was born and raised in southeast Wisconsin, which means I am a huge Green Bay Packer fan! I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a BS in biology and I plan on going to veterinary school next. I am new to Surprise and enjoy exploring the area. In my free time, I will typically spend time outside, cooking, reading, or watching movies. My fur family consists of my two dogs with huge personalities. I have a Golden Retriever named Reggie and a German Shepard mix named Joy!
Dana worked 13 years for Northrop Grumman before moving to Costa Rica where she worked for a wildlife refuge. At the refuge, she spent 2 years rescuing and rehabilitating howler monkeys and other wildlife. When she got back to the states, she worked for the AZ Humane Society where she rescued her amazing dog Riley.
I’m originally from Iowa and moved to the valley with my family when I was thirteen. I have always had a passion for animals and have known since I was very young that I wanted to work with them. I am currently pursuing my goal of becoming a veterinary technician. I own two dogs, a Corgi and an Australian Shepherd mix, and a horse that I love dearly. My hobbies include reading, horseback riding, camping, and persistently throwing a ball for my fetch obsessed dog. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friend!
Hi there, I’m Megan. I am originally from sunny Orange County California but have lived in Arizona for 10 years now! I may not have as much experience with animals as some of my coworkers, but I am loving getting to know this new world. A couple years ago, I became a first time cat owner, and even got to see 5 kittens born in my house. It has been very fun watching them all grow up. Besides loving my job here at the Animal Medical Center of Surprise, I am working towards receiving my BSN degree. When I am not working or studying, you can find me at the softball field or in the pool getting some sun.
Hi my name is Emma. I was born in Rapid City, South Dakota. My father was in the military so I’ve moved around a lot. I’ve lived in South Dakota, Florida, Alaska, Illinois, Texas and now Arizona I also have lived in about 20 different houses. I started my Veterinary Assistant program in January 2018 and graduated in September of 2018. I work in the hospital as a pet nurse as well as a CSC. What I love most about my job is that I learn something new every day. Some of my favorite things are watching The Office, hiking, traveling and going to the gym. I can’t wait to meet you and your fur babies! (:
Hello, My name is Ashley and I am thrilled to working with such a wonderful team. I grew up just outside of Boston, where my love for all animals started. I started working with horses first, at the age of 6, then working in a veterinary hospital when I was 15 years old, as a receptionist/assistant. After high school, I moved to Denver Colorado where I pursued my education at Bel-Rea Veterinary Technical Institute and started working shortly thereafter. Starting my family about 10 years ago, I took a break to raise my family, and a few years ago, decided it was time to start working again. I made way to Arizona 7 years ago, and love to go hiking, swimming and exploring in my free time. We have a daughter (10), and a newborn son (2 ½ months), plus 4 puppies, (Josh, Brady, Honey and Lily), 2 kitties (Simba and Lucky) and a hampster named Oreo. My family and I love to rescue those in need, and all of our are rescues.
I have been in the Veterinary field since 2008 where I started as a kennel attendant at a small clinic here in Surprise, Az. From there I realized that this was the career for me and started to work my way up the ladder by deciding to attend Carrington College to obtain my Veterinary Assistant Certification, to which I completed in September 2011. I am currently studying at Penn Foster College to obtain my Bachelor’s in Business Management. I have 8 dogs (Mesha, Maddie, Daisy, Coco, Toby, Ellie, Pebbles and Ana), 3 cats (Callie, Ariel & Nala) and a Silver Gold Fish (Freddie Mercury). I enjoy spending time with my fur babies and boyfriend while we partake in camping, spur of the moment road trips or just relaxing at home! I am proud to call Animal Medical Center of Surprise my home and I look forward to meeting all of our new clients and their fur babies!
Hi, my name is Robert Nardy but I go by Robb. I’m 32 years old and was born and raised in Bay Area California. The last 3 or 4 years I have volunteered for German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois Rescue in California and here in Arizona. I have 4 German Shepherds. Their names are Wylie Coyote, Ziva, Sable and Mickey Mantle and they are all rescues. Me and my dogs love to be outdoors and go hiking as well. I’m also a photographer so I usually always have my camera with me where ever I go. I am currently attending Pima Medical Institute to further my career in Veterinary medicine.
Hello! My name is Emely Rodriguez. I am originally from Los Angeles, California and moved out to Arizona during Christmas of 2005. I have acquired my associates degree in Veterinary Technology back in 2015 from Pima Medical Institute. I have always had a passion for animals and love meeting new furry friends. I have 6.5 dogs of my own; Rose (Golden Retriever), Nala (Mini Poodle), Kiara (Mini Poodle), Bruno (Mini Poodle), Kinito (Mini Poodle), Tiny (Chihuahua) and my step daughter Molly (Pitbull Dalmation mix). I love giving all my babies the love and affection they need and taking them to dog parks to play. My hobbies included hiking, traveling and seeing new places, and going to the gym.
I am originally from Florida, but moved to Arizona in 2016. I live with my husband and our 6 fur children – 2 dogs (Nova & Apollo), 3 cats (Meow meow, Sylvester, & Rex), and our turtle. I’ve been working in the veterinary field since 2016 – starting in kennel then moved on to Reception and Technician positions. I am currently enrolled in the Bachelors of Science program at ASU. In my free time I enjoy going weekend cookouts, going to the movies, and taking my dog Nova on various outdoor adventures.
I’m a 7 year old domestic short haired white cat, with highlights of brown, excited to spend my days relaxing, exploring and getting lots of love from my fellow co workers and visitors! Come and say Hello to me!
We are privileged at the Animal Medical Center of Surprise to share our laps, desks and kisses with our newest “house cats” Oliver and Leo! Oliver is a black and white tuxedo kitty that found his way into our lives via hiding in a truck engine. Leo found his way to us via our Landlord who found him in one of his empty suites! They have become best friends and are known as “the boys” We welcome you to come in and meet them!
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