Dr. Rob McMonigle
Veterinarian, DVMDr. McMonigle is a 1998 graduate of Washington State. He has dedicated his professional career to creating a warm and caring environment in which he provides excellent medical and surgical care to his patients. Rob’s greatest enjoyment is watching his patients grow up. "It's something special to see a young animal grow up and become not just a pet, but part of the family". Rob grew up in Kent, is an avid cyclist and enjoys spending his off-hours with his wife and three children. His dog Hobbes is often seen running around the hospital, while his cats have opted to stay home.
Dr. Sandy Larson
Veterinarian, DVMDr. Larson is a 1977 graduate of Washington State. He's been working with us since 2001 and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the practice. Sandy enjoys spending his free time in the great outdoors with his wife and son. Sandy and his son are involved in Boy Scouts, which has allowed them to go canoeing and on quite a few backpacking trips. They have also recently adopted a great dog.
Dr. Ali Clark
Veterinarian, DVMDr. Clark joined McMonigle Veterinary Hospital PLLC after graduating from Washington State University in 2008. In her spare time she enjoys her snakes (Princess, Gwenny and Hoggle), cats (Sinbad, Simon and a new kitten Roxy), dog (Spencer) and spending time with her husband Charlie. As a former competitive gymnast she plans to continue to pursue coaching gymnastics in the future.
Michele Hope
Practice ManagerMichele graduated from the University of Washington in 2004 with degrees in Psychology and History. She joined McMonigle Veterinary Hospital PLLC in 2008. She spends her free time reading, snowboarding, backpacking, playing tennis and riding behind her husband Garrett on his motorcycle. Her Lhasa Apso, Elway, has become a fixture of the front desk, and he spends his days sleeping on the counter.
Maria Biermann
Front Office AssistantBefore moving up to the front desk, Maria worked as a Technician from 2007-2008 here at McMonigle Veterinary Hospital. She recieved a AAS in Veterinary Technology from College of Southern Idaho in 2005. She has worked with animals in Idaho, North Dakota and Washington. She spends her free time with her cat Jules and husband Dugan.
Melina Martinez
Front Office AssistantMelina joined our team in April, 2009. She is working on her AA at Green River Community College. She spends her free time walking with her Papillon mix Tubby.
Cordia Mickelson
Veterinary TechnicianCordia graduated in 2005 from Pierce College's Veterinary Technology Program. She joined our staff in 2008 and will be doing our in house lab work, anesthesia, teeth cleanings, radiography and general assisting. Cordia and her husband have two dogs and a horse. She has a little girl, Lilly, who has kept her very busy. She enjoys mountain trail riding, hiking, skiing and reading.
Trish
Veterinary AssistantTrish joined our team in May, 2009. She graduated from PIMA Medical in 2001and has worked as a Veterinary Assistant for the last 9 years. She is taking her boards to become a LVT next year. She spends her free time with her three cats (General, Calli and Hank) and also enjoys camping, fishing and hiking.
Jennie McCrory
Veterinary AssistantJennie has been with MVH since 2006. She is planning on continuing her education and becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician.
Jordan
Kennel AssistantJordan attends high school in Kent and is planning on continuing her education in Animal Health Care.
Hobbes
Unofficial GreeterDr. Rob's Weimaraner can sometimes be seen lumbering around the hospital. He loves fetching, chewing and playing.
Elway
Official GreeterElway is Michele's puppy, and he has claimed his space at the front desk. He loves playing with other dogs. He spends most of his time sleeping at the front desk.
Tommy
Clinic CatsTommy is the handsome, yet aloof shorthaired and Orca is the super-fluffy longhaired. You'll usually find them roaming around the clinic or perched in the picture window. Both are equally unimpressed with barking dogs and keep focused on their duties of soliciting food or snoozing.
Update 06/2010: Orca has been having URTI issues due to stress, so he’s taken early retirement. He is now living with Dr. Clark’s parents and finding his new life quite enjoyable.
Kittens
Clinic CatsSince Tommy was a little lonely without Orca, we fostered three kittens. Olive is the little black and white and Franklin is the tabby. Zoey, the all-black domestic longhair was adopted by Dr. Clark. Having kittens around has really perked up Tommy! Now that he’s used to their energy, he is napping, playing and enjoying watching the kittens' antics.
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