Team

Hanna lives in Central Iowa. After becoming involved in rescue work over ten years ago, she started her veterinary medicine career in 2020. At home, Hanna has 2 beloved pets, Ella (cat) and Teddy (dog). Her free time is best spent curled up with her cat watching a good documentary on something she finds fascinating. … Read moreHanna, Veterinary Assistant

Ravyn grew up in Omaha and moved to Des Moines in 2018 to start her education at Drake University. In 2022, Ravyn obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minors in Business and Art sculpture. Ravyn has always dreamed of becoming a veterinarian and plans on attending school at Iowa State University. She would … Read moreRavyn, Veterinary Assistant

Lynita graduated in 89′ from from Snow College in Ephriam, Utah. After moving back to Iowa, Lynita worked at a local humane society until she made the move to her first pet hospital in 2000. After that career move, she realized that this was what she is meant to do. Lynita joined IVWC in 2012 … Read moreLynita, Receptionist

Lillian was born and raised in Illinois. She is a full time lead client service specialist here at IVWC and loves what she does. Lilly is a people person as well as an animal lover, so finding the perfect middle at reception was just the right fit for her! Lillian loves being a part of … Read moreLillian, Receptionist

Kathryn is a feline enthusiast, born and raised in Des Moines. Her veterinary experience started by adopting out for the ARL through Coffee Cats, and then reception at our local veterinary E.R. Kathryn is currently a full-time veterinary assistant here at IVWC! When not at work, Kathryn spends her time reading, spending time with her … Read moreKathryn, Veterinary Assistant

Lexi lives right here in Beaverdale with her partner and all their animals. This includes, dogs, cats, reptiles, and a potbelly pig! Lexi has eduction in digital marketing and plays an active role in IVWC’ social media platforms. Before coming to IVWC, Lexi worked in the mental health field and is currently enrolled at Grandview … Read moreLexi, Veterinary/Marketing Assistant

Becky is a part-time RVT that joined Iowa Veterinary Wellness in the summer of 2022. She is a graduate of Madison Area Technical College in veterinary technology (2003) and a graduate from the University of Tennessee with a BAS in Agriculture business with a Veterinary Management emphasis (2021). She worked in a general practice clinic in … Read moreBecky, Registered Veterinary Technician

Leiana has been working with animals for over 6 years. She joined IVWC to pursue her passion of caring for animals. She is currently enrolled in the Vet Tech program through Penn Foster, with hopes to work as a canine nutritionist or as a vet tech/care giver at a wolf sanctuary! In her free time, … Read moreLeiana, Veterinary Assistant

Andrea was born and raised in Des Moines, IA. She always knew she wanted to work with animals. She obtained an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from DMACC in 2013, as well as a AA in General Studies. Before joining our team in April 2019, Andrea worked at a no-kill animal shelter. She … Read moreAndrea, Registered Veterinary Technician

Kat joined Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center as a DMACC Veterinary Technology student for her summer internship in 2018. She had such a great learning experience that she officially joined as an employee that fall. Kat graduated from the Veterinary Technology program at DMACC in May of 2019 and became a Registered Vet Tech that August. … Read moreKat, Registered Veterinary Technician