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Outpatient Veterinarian Companion Animals – University of Minnesota Dr. Caitlyn Rize is very excited to return to HSHV after previously working as a vet tech from 2015-2017. She graduated with her DVM from University of Minnesota in 2021 and spent time working for large animal welfare organizations in Minneapolis, MN and Denver, CO prior to returning to Ann Arbor. Before embarking on her veterinary career, Dr. Rize completed a Master of Social Work degree at University of Michigan – she is especially passionate about upholding the human animal bond by making veterinary care more accessible for marginalized pet owners and
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Outpatient Veterinarian Companion Animals – Lincoln Memorial University Dr. Brittany Slinker is an Associate Veterinarian at the Humane Society of Huron Valley. With a passion for animal welfare and healthcare, Dr. Slinker received her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Madonna University in 2016. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Veterinary Biomedical Science in 2018, followed by her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Lincoln Memorial University in 2023. Dr. Slinker is dedicated to providing compassionate care to all animals. Her commitment extends beyond the clinic, as she shares her home with nine cats (Titters, Cali, Axel, Oaty,
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Outpatient Veterinarian Companion Animals – Michigan State University Dr. Robin Berry is a 1995 graduate of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University. A longtime Ann Arbor resident, Dr. Berry was born in Ypsilanti and lived in a house on Cherry Hill Road before her family relocated. She grew up in Troy and moved to Ann Arbor to attend U of M, graduating with a degree in English. She worked for three years as an editor of engineering, environmental science and medical books and journals before pursuing her lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian. Right out of school,
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Outpatient Veterinarian Companion Animals – Michigan State University After receiving her DVM from Michigan State University, Dr. Sarah Carter completed a one year rotating internship in Rhode Island with a focus on emergency medicine. She’s had a lifelong passion working with, and caring for companion animals and exotic/pocket pets. Her interests stemmed at early age caring for her own pets, undergoing training to become a licensed veterinary technician, working as a technician primarily in emergency medicine, training and fostering assistance dogs, and voluntarily fundraising for Assistance Dogs of America and helping educate the public regarding working dogs and emergency medicine.
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VP of Veterinary Medicine Cats, Dogs, and Small Domestics – Michigan State University Dr. Courtney completed her undergraduate career at Michigan State University and went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine.  Following graduation, she completed an internship at Michigan Veterinary Specialists and later trained at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine where she received her certification in canine physical therapy. Outside of work, Dr. Courtney enjoys spending time with her three children, hiking, camping, fishing, going up north.  Her family has two dogs and a cat who have all
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Outpatient Veterinarian Companion Animals – Michigan State University Dr. Amy Hess graduated from Michigan State’s veterinary program in 2007. She started her career doing shelter medicine for a shelter in Detroit before moving to HSHV in 2019. Dr. Amy’s passion is for decreasing animal overpopulation. She has a deep love for animals, and in particular cats. She loves reading, traveling and sleeping.
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Shelter Veterinarian Companion Animals – Michigan State University Dr. Reasons is a career changer. In her previous life, she worked as a CPA for a small firm in Michigan. But the veterinary field has always been her calling.  She earned her DVM from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2019. Her special interests include integrative and behavior medicine, and how she can incorporate those into a shelter setting. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her husband, daughter and two “foster fail” cats.
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Outpatient Veterinarian Companion Animals – Ohio State University Dr. Jason Speidel was born and raised in Ohio and attended the University of Dayton where he earned a bachelor’s degree in political science.  Following this, he spent time working for the United States Senate before turning his eyes toward a career in veterinary medicine.  In 2010, he earned his DVM from Ohio State University.  While still a proud Buckeye alumnus, he hasn’t looked back since relocating to the Irish Hills area of Michigan, and has come to enjoy the ribbing received from both his Wolverine and Spartan friends. When not in
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