Karen joined Cary Grove Animal Hospital in September 2016. She is a graduate of Parkland College in Champaign, IL and brings over 30 years of experience working in the veterinary field. She most recently worked as a lead technician and department head at a specialty and emergency animal hospital in the area. She was responsible for advanced care for pets having specialty surgeries performed as well as intensive care for critical patients.
At CGAH, Karen is our main surgical and treatment room technician. She has special interests and has completed continuing education in anesthesia and pain management as well. Karen is also passionate about client education during visits and post operative care and instructions to make sure pet owners are well aware of how to care for their pets after surgery.
Karen has been a vital addition to our hospital and has a great up-beat personality. She brings more experience in the veterinary field than any other staff member, yet constantly is striving to expand on her knowledge and skill sets. Karen previously worked with Dr. Fritz at the emergency hospital several years ago and he was excited to have her join the Cary Grove Animal Hospital team! She has also taken on manager responsibilities to make sure we offer top notch medical and surgical care to all of our patients.
Karen is a long time resident of the area and resides with her husband and cats.
