Our Staff

Veterinarian

• Dr. Kim

  • Graduated from University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003
  • I specialize in internal medicine, oncology, and preventative medicine
  • I started working at the Animal Clinic of Paxton as an Associate Veterinarian in 2003, later partnering with the founding veterinarian until his death in 2008. I have been the sole veterinarian since then, occasionally bringing in relief veterinarians to fill in.
  • I have been married for 20 years and have four human children (two girls, two boys), three canine children (two Doberman mixes and one Mastiff), and five feline children. When I'm not working I love to travel with my family and see all the natural wonders this country has to offer. We love to hike the national and state parks, and also love to go swimming and take pleasure in most anything we can do outside

Office Staff

• Apryl

  • Veterinary Assistant for 14 years
  • I have three dogs: Bella (German Shepherd), Ol Busch (Cane Corso), and Kiara (Great Pyrenees), and one Maine Coon cat named Luna.
  • My favorite campanion animals are English Mastiffs and Maine Coons. My favorite pocket pets are Chinchillas
  • I love being outside with my family and doing activities with my children

• Heather

  • Reception for 18 years
  • Married with 4 boys, 3 granddaughters, and 2 cats, Olive and Bean
  • I love being around animals
  • I enjoy watching sports and fishing with my kids

• Jamie

  • Reception going on 6 years
  • Married with 2 daughters
  • Graduated Purdue with a B.S. in Animal Sciences
  • Trained hunting dogs and obedience proir to working here
  • I have two dogs, Groot and Drax, I also have chickens at home
  • I enjoy travelling and hanging out with family and friends

• Makynlie

  • Vet Assistand/Kennel Help for 8 years
  • I have 3 dogs: Maggie, Clyde, and Stella. I also have 2 cats: Eve and Hexlee
  • I love to hang out with my friends, play sports, and spend time with my family and to travel
  • My favorite animals are Mastiffs

• Kortnie

  • Veterinary Technician/Reception/Soocial Media Manager for 9 years
  • I graduated from the Parkland College Veterinary Technician Program in May of 2025
  • I do not currently have any pets, though I claim one of the clinic cats as my own
  • I am excited to grow my skills and work with all of our clients and patients
  • I enjoy reading, painting, and spending time with friends and family

• We also have a high school student who is our kennel help

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