Our Treatment Care Team:

Amy, Licensed Veterinary Technician
  I graduated from Northern Virginia Communtiy College with a degree in Veterinary Technology in 2007 and then completed the national board exam to obtain my Veterinary Technician License.  I have been working in small animal practice since 2003 and really enjoy the variety of my job and the hands-on aspect of being a veterinary technician.  I enjoy living in Hampton Roads with my husband & our four 'fur kids'.  As you can see, they are a mix of breeds that we took in as strays and shelter rescues.  We all love playing in the sand, walking by the water and just spending time together with family and friends (both 2 & 4-legged!). 

 Abby, Licensed Veterinary Technician  My name is Abby and I am so happy to be at Animal Medical. I have resided in the Tidewater area my whole live and currently live in Norfolk, with my kitties and my other half.  I graduated from Northern Virginia Community College, with my Associates in Veterinary Technology, in 2009.  I have worked in a small animal clinic for over 5 years and especially enjoy dentistry, surgery, and preventative medicine.  I will be attending Old Dominion University in the future, to pursue my Bachelors Degree in Biology.  Hopefully from there, it will be on to Vet School!   I have a special affinity for pit bulls and cats.  If I could save all of the neglected animals in the world, I would.  One day, when I have land, I'd like to start a pit bull and/or cat rescue.  In my very little spare time, I enjoy rock climbing, cooking and baking, and spending time with my friends and family.  I have always loved animals and I am grateful to have found my niche working as a veterinary technician.

 

Andi, Licensed Veterinary Technician 
My name is Andria (Andi), and I'm the newest member of the Animal Medical Team.  A military brat, I've lived in and/or traveled through all but five of the United States.  In 2001, I graduated from Florida Tech with a Bachelor's in Marine Biology and Ecology and dreams of going into behavioral research on sharks.  I wound up working and volunteering with the Philadelphia Zoological Gardens where my interests evolved to the care of animals.  After several talks with the Zoo Vet Techs, I decided to enter a Vet Technology program.  In 2009, I graduated from Harcum College and successfully passed the VTNE (Veterinary Technology National Exam) and became a Certified Vet Tech.  I recently moved back to Virginia and traded my in my CVT to become a Licensed Vet Tech (LVT), which is Virginia's version of the same.  Having spent almost 5 years working at emergency practices, I am happy to have the chance to carry my focus past the emergency and onto preventive, maintenance and long-term care... seeing our 4-legged friends throughout their lifetime and truly getting to know my patients and their families in the happier times as well as the challenging times.  In my spare time, I continue my volunteer work, this time with the Virginia Living Museum; write fantasy & science fiction; and attempt to wrangle my 4 fur kids -- 3 felines, & 1 rodent.

Amanda, Veterinary Assistant

My name is Amanda and I am a twin; born, raised and living in Virginia Beach! I graduated from Bayside High School in 2006 with the intent of continuing my education with a focus on musical performance. As soon as I turned 15 and was old enough to work I started acquiring jobs in different pet stores, kennels, dog training facilities and veterinary clinics before finally landing here at Animal Medical as an assistant. After graduation, I slowly started to change my mind and made the decision to stick to my lifelong love of animals, and pursue working in the veterinary field instead of performing. I am currently "mom" to a crazy 8-yr-old Toy Rat Terrier named Luke. A few years ago, I lost two of my babies due to health difficulties; a Skinny Pig named Rufus and my calico Piggie named Roxie. I have a huge soft spot for the "small & furry" kind. Also roaming my home is a loud, 9yr old Jack/Rat Mix, a greedy Ball Pyton, a spiteful Quaker Parrot and a fat Bearded Dragon (who I swear has convinced himself he's a dog). One day, when I have the space, I would love to start a Dachshund rescue dedicated to Double Dapples. I believe that this variety specifically is extremely misunderstood and whether they are blind, deaf, deformed, all of the above or none of the above - they deserve patient families to love them instead of having them just be left behind. In my time off I love to play music, go shopping & dining, boating, fishing and camping. I love cookouts, tattoos/piercings, roller coasters and, best of all, to spend time with the animals and the people I love most!

Melissa, Veterinary Assistant

Hello! My name is Melissa Emmendorfer. I am a Veternary Assistant at Animal Medical! Currently attending Great Bridge High School, I will be graduating in 2012 & plan to attend TCC to further my career in the medical field. I have had many animals in my life, but right now have a wonderful Golden Retriever named Mischief! He is very much loved. For fun, when I am not working at AMC, I like to draw, read, planting my face to the phone and playing on the computer. I also have piano lessons every week, and enjoy babysitting my nephews. I enjoy working here at AMC & spending so much time with all our furry friends. I love to come to work and stay busy. Working here is a great opportunity for my future

 Jade, Veterinary Assistant

Bonjour! My name is Jade Mattacchione. I am sometimes a Veterinary Assistant at AMC. Having graduated high school in 2011, I am away at college now, studying biology. When I'm not playing practical jokes around the clinic, you may also find me in that furry, fluffy, friendly dog suit at Chesapeake Human Society's Bark In The Park. When I'm not in scrubs I am in a leotard practicing what I do best, Gymnastics. In my spare time I enjoy hanging out with my friends, wake boarding, and going to the beach. I have a wonderful dog named Lucie. I also have a fat cat with an attitude named Rascal. Working with Animal Medical Clinic has taught me a lot, and will hopefully help me in my future years!