Jessica

Lead Client Care Specialist & Veterinary Diet Inventory Manager

Jessica grew up on a farm in Camas with her horse, 3 dogs, 2 cats, ducks, and chickens. Prior to going to Apollo College to become a veterinary assistant, she worked as both a nanny and a preschool teacher. Both of these positions helped Jessica develop her gentle touch, which is perfect for both our clients and our patients. Jessica also has great problem-solving skills, is detail-oriented, and she’s fantastic at trouble-shooting. She has been a member of the Gladstone Vet Clinic team since 2009. Jessica occasionally splits her time between the front desk and the tech team, but her main focus is client care. She shares her home with her son Brayden, and two cats Grace and Louie. When she’s not working, she loves photography and cooking.

Christine

Client Care Specialist & Certified Veterinary Technician

Christine’s dream of an animal care career began after a tour of Africa with her grandmother. Since then she has completed a biology degree from the University of Florida, and volunteered and worked over the last six years at several veterinary hospitals, wildlife sanctuaries, and AZA-accredited zoos in Florida and Oregon. Christine moved to Portland in 2015 to escape the Florida heat and completed her online degree and certification as a veterinary technician through St. Petersburg College. She has a deep respect for the human-animal bond across all species, and values education for owners to feel empowered in making medical decisions and providing a healthy home for their pets. Her home is covered in fur from her playful cat Ellie and cuddly dog Chance and is frequently vacuumed by her wonderful husband Jason.

Rachel

Client Care Specialist & Fear Free Certified Professional

Rachel is an Oregon native, born and raised in the Willamette Valley. She grew up around many different animals and knew at a young age that she wanted to work with these beautiful creatures. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors exploring different aspects of the Pacific Northwest with her two dogs, Delilah and Levi, or spending time with her family and friends.

Amy

Certified Veterinary Technician, Safety Committee Chair & Fear Free Certified Professional

With over 10 years of experience working in the veterinary field, Amy’s passion for animals led her to become a Certified Veterinary Technician in 2010. She is very happy to have been part of the wonderful team at Gladstone Vet Clinic since 2010. Amy shares her home with two feisty felines (Ronin and Ando), and a golden gecko (Fizzigg). Her family also includes her husband Ryan, daughter Aubrey, and son Jace. In her free time, Amy enjoys gardening, backpacking, and herping (searching for reptiles and amphibians outdoors). As a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Amy uses her skills and training to keep our patients safe under anesthesia. Our CVTs also take a lead role during veterinary emergencies.

Chai

Certified Veterinary Technician & Fear Free Certified Professional

Chai has had a passion for all animals great and small since she was a youngster growing up on a rural farm in Northern California. She began her career in veterinary medicine in 2003, graduated from a veterinary technology program in 2005 and became licensed as a Certified Veterinary Technician in 2007. She has worked in a variety of different areas of veterinary medicine including small animal general practice, small animal ICU at the Oregon State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, and equine veterinary medicine.  She is now very happy to be back in small animal general practice working with the wonderful team at Gladstone Veterinary Clinic. Chai shares her home with her husband, 2 dogs (Mochi the Frenchie and Trippy the pitbull), and the most amazing cat. When not at work she enjoys doing anything outdoors including hiking, fishing, camping, and kayaking. She also spends a lot of her free time riding Eagle, her energetic appaloosa horse. Chai loves the relationships she develops with her clients and their furry loved ones.

Mia

Certified Veterinary Technician, Inventory Manager & Fear Free Certified Professional

Mia was born and raised in Israel. The job that made her begin her veterinary path was an assistant job in a large veterinary hospital in Israel. She had no prior experience working with animals, but once she started, she realized that this was what she was meant to do.

In 2012, her little family (her husband Ran and her golden retriever Messi) relocated from Israel to San Francisco. During the 4 years she was there, she completed her Veterinary Technology degree at San Juan College, earning her Certified Veterinary Technician license. She worked as a veterinary technician at San Francisco Animal Care and Control. Even though it was very emotional work at times, dealing with abused or neglected animals, she loved working at the shelter, especially when she was able to treat wildlife:  baby owls, raccoons, skunks, and even seagulls​!

In 2016, Mia and her family relocated to Portland and she joined Gladstone Veterinary Clinic. They fell in love with the small town vibe and all of the beautiful nature that surrounds Portland. In her spare time, Mia enjoys watching movies, reading sci-fi and fantasy books, and spending quality time with her family (both 2-legged and 4-legged).

Jody

Veterinary Assistant & Fear Free Certified Professional

Jody grew up in Portland and lives with her sister and her 3 dogs in their Molalla home. She worked in the health insurance industry for 15 years before making a late-in-life career change in 2010. She graduated from the Carrington College Veterinary Assisting Program with a 4.0 in 2011 and has worked for general practice and specialty hospitals prior to joining Gladstone Veterinary Clinic. Jody loves all animals, but dogs are her heart animal. She is very interested in the human-animal bond, focusing on assisting owners facing the loss of their beloved pets. In her free time, she enjoys dining out and visiting local brewpubs, going to movies with friends, cuddling up with the dogs and watching a movie at home, or spending time with her adult son who lives close by.

Mickayla

Veterinary Assistant & Fear Free Certified Professional

Mickayla completed an externship with Gladstone Veterinary Clinic during her Veterinary Assisting program at Carrington College and we never let her leave. She shares her home with her terrier mix Rowdy and her cats Oreo, Muffin, Monroe, and Millee. Her favorite pastimes include playing with animals, shopping, and coloring! Mickayla would live with elephants if that were a possibility. Don’t be afraid to ask Mickayla a question—she’s always happy to help.

Vanessa

Veterinary Assistant & Fear Free Certified Professional

Vanessa grew up in Sydney, Australia where her love of animals began early in life. Vanessa has been with the GVC family since July 2018. She is new to the veterinary field and plans to continue her education to become a Certified Veterinary Technician. During her first year in Oregon, Vanessa volunteered her time at an animal shelter. Vanessa and her husband decided to become foster parents to a litter of six kittens. One of the foster kittens, Troy, ultimately became a part of their family. Fostering at the animal shelter was really a life-changing event, and sparked Vanessa’s interest in veterinary medicine. Vanessa is a travel enthusiast; she is an avid agate hunter and enjoys taking macro photographs. When she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Chad, and all of her fur babies. Vanessa also enjoys reading, renovating her home and spending time in nature.

Cat

Hospital Assistant

Cat grew up in a house full of wildlife; her mother rehabilitates wildlife of all sorts. All of the neighbors knew that they could bring sick, wounded or injured wildlife to Cat’s home anytime for assistance. With this background and a passion for animal welfare, Cat began working in the veterinary field with an emphasis on emergency medicine and surgery. She volunteered for The Birds of Prey Program at the Oregon Zoo and was able to gain hands-on experience with bald eagles, owls and king condors. She learned about their habitats and the need for conservation. Cat knows that she will always be working with animals in some form, even in her retirement. Cat and her husband share their home with four cats (Sashagirl, Tofur, Baby, and her newest addition, Rambo). When Cat is not at work she loves to travel, within Oregon and internationally as well. (Tunisia is her favorite so far). Cat also loves cooking new foods, enjoying meals with friends and family, rehabbing old furniture, reading, and studying botany.

Kaylee

Hospital Assistant & Fear Free Certified Professional

Kaylee was born and raised in Portland. She always had dogs in her home as a child. She’s also had turtles, lizards, fish, and birds. Kaylee always knew that she wanted to work with animals. She graduated from Carrington College’s Veterinary Assistant program in 2010. Kaylee joined the Gladstone Veterinary Clinic in July 2018. Kaylee’s family (boyfriend Christopher and son Liam) share their home with Bella, a Rottweiler mix, and Lucy the kitty. Her hobbies include exploring parks, hosting dance parties in her living room, and watching movies.

Bosco

Chief Feline Officer

Bosco came to Gladstone Vet Clinic with a urinary obstruction ​and was surrendered to us in 2009. He won our hearts with his outgoing and vocal personality, and we realized he was here to stay. He has taken on the role of CFO (chief feline officer). He spends his days supervising our practice manager, attending meetings, and he is always on the lookout for snacks. He also enjoys napping with team members during their lunch breaks. On occasion, he is asked to lend a paw in demonstrating how to administer oral medications or subcutaneous fluids, a favor for which he is richly rewarded.

JuneBug

Director of Fun

JuneBug is a basset hound-shar pei mix (long body, short legs, and a bunch of extra skin) who was rescued off the streets of Northern California. As Dr. ten Broeke’s personal assistant, she comes to work every day and cannot wait to greet all of her co-workers each morning. When days become stressful or sad, she is always ready to give a consoling hug, or participate in a game of “stretchy-face” or fetch. “Throw the ball! It will make you feel better!” She is also “certified” in acupressure, and is convinced that having her 65-lb body sitting on you will bring you joy and peace, and it’s true.