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Peter Nichols, DVM
Dr. Nichols, a graduate of Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, moved back to Illinois in 1989 where he practiced along his father's side at Washington Veterinary Medical Clinic, established in 1962.
After draining as much wisdom as possible from his father, and with a strong yearning for a place of his own, Dr. Peter Nichols created Germantown Hills Animal Clinic from an old lumber mill in November of 1991. In 1996, when Dr. Warren Nichols retired, young Dr. Nichols assumed ownership of both clinics. Since then, Dr. Nichols has completed the Executive Veterinary Program 2000, a masters business program for veterinarians, at University of Illinois and constructed a new hospital in Germantown Hills. The next challenge is to change from an associate member to a certified member of American Animal Hospital Association. Dr. Nichols is also the Veterinarian for Glen Oak Zoo.
Dr. Nichols and his wife, Kelli, have two sons and one daughter: Austin, Grant and Abby; a black lab, Sarah; a black and white short hair, Nike; and new cat Noel! |
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Christine Slagel, DVM
Dr. Slagel is a 2002 graduate of University Of Illinois' College of Veterinary Medicine. Born and raised in Central Illinois surrounded by various dogs and cats, and sometimes cows and other assorted wildlife, she always aspired to become a veterinarian. She completed her undergraduate work at Illinois State University in Normal, IL.
Dr. Slagel and her husband, Sean, have two dogs: Vince, a golden retreiver mix and Archie, a Husky mix; two cats, Josie, a tortoise-shell and Lewis, a grey and white tabby. |
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Amy Graham, DVM
Dr. Graham is a 2007 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Following her graduation from Ohio State, she completed a one-year medicine and surgery internship at Oradell Animal Hospital in Paramus, New Jersey, then returned to Ohio and general practice. She recently relocated to Central Illinois and is excited to join the team at Germantown Hills Animal Hospital.Dr. Graham has a 5 year-old Goldendoodle named Ridley, a rescued box turtle named Penelope, a white long-haired cat named Jessie, and a black short-haired cat named Momo.
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Jennifer Strube, Practice Manager
Jennifer has worked for Germantown Hills Animal Hospital since 1995. Jenni is very devoted to her work, as well as continuing her education in practice management. She has a B.S. in Biology from the University of Illinois, and a Bachelors degree in Secondary Education from Illinois State University. Her current goal is certification in Veterinary Practice Management.
In addition to her son and daughter, Hudson and Harper, Jenni has two Minature Schnauzers: Bailey Boo and Ollie; a Chesapeake Bay Retriever Caisey, and two DLH cats: Riley and Maizey. |
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Shannon Wuellner, CVT (Veterinary Technician)
Shannon received a Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology from Illinois State University in 2002. She received her Associates Degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from Parkland College in 2006 and graduated with high honors.Shannon adopted Sully a 2 year old Golden Retriever from PAWS. Heathcliff is an orange and white tabby cat that she adopted while in school. Heathcliff was a research cat that Shannon just could not resist. She also adopted a one-eyed guinea pig while in school. Shannon also has Doopy Doo, a Pit mix. |
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Chelsea Crawford, CVT (Veterinary Technician)
Chelsea grew up in Eastern Iowa; she completed her general education at Scott Community College, earning an Associate degree in Arts and Sciences in 2005. Her love of animals led her to Kirkwood Community College where she received her Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology in 2008. After graduation she moved to Central Illinois and started working at the Germantown Hills Animal Hospital.
Chelsea's two cats, Tasha and Glory also made the move from Iowa. Tasha is a long-haired totoiseshell, and Glory is a short-haired black cat. They thoroughly enjoy living like princesses that rule her home! |
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Katie Martin, Veterinary Assistant
Katie moved here from Michigan, and started working at Germantown Hills Animal Clinic in August 2003, with 12 years experience in Veterinary Assisting.
Katie rescued a mixed cat named Cubby and a yellow lab named Buster. In addition to the rescuees, a Siamese cat, Maya; and an African gray parrot, Sherman make up an interesting menagerie of pets at Katie's home. Katie and her husband, Mark, also have a son, Kevin. |
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Laurie Fussner, Veterinary Assistant
In October 2004, Laurie started working full time. She had been working here on a part-time basis for 10 years. Laurie had previously been a dental assistant.
Laurie has two dogs: Dixie, a black lab, and Bailey, a chocolate lab; and a cat named Monkey. |
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Kelly Braun, Receptionist, Kennel Assistant
Kelly joined our team here at Germantown Hills Animal Hospital in July 2003. She is a local Metamora native, graduated from Metamora High School. She is currently attending Eureka College.
Kelly has a Lhasa mix named Ximines, a lab named Cloud, and a cat named Beethoven. |
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Jaqie Mitchell, Receptionist, Kennel Assistant
Jaqie joined our team in April of 2009. Whether she is helping a client, a patient, or the veterinarian, Jaqie is always smiling. She grew up in Washburn, IL and is pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. She is currently attending Illinois Central College while working full time.
Jaqie has rescued two pets: Mylee, a Shihtzu mix, and Pepper, a grey DSH with white paws. |
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Jennifer Tarbet, Receptionist
Jennifer's cheerful attitude is contagious. She began working for Germantown Hills Animal Hospital in August of 2004. Jennifer's husband is Howard, and they have Diggory, a malamute puppy. |
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