Veterinary Team

Neva T.

R.V.T.

At home, I have three dogs and two cats who keep me busy and remind me why I love what I do. I believe veterinary care is about more than medicine — it’s about caring for pets and supporting the people who love them.

Becky L.

R.V.T.

Missi D.

R.V.T.

Standard Poodles are my favorite breed, and I hold a special place in my heart for senior pets, who deserve comfort, patience, and extra love in every stage of life. Outside of work, I’m the proud owner of a buckskin Quarter Horse named Duke and enjoy showing and training my dogs.

I’m also a proud mom of three grown children, a Grandmother to one, with another grandbaby on the way.

Emma B.

Veterinary Assistant

I love to read and go cruiser boarding on warm days.

Jessia

R.V.T.

I have 2 beautiful daughters, an amazing soon to be husband, and a husky named Bentley at home.

I have always been interested in animals and have owned some exotics ranging from turtles to sugar gliders. I love being able to continue to learn about different creatures and tending to animals. It’s not work when you enjoy what you do.

Nathen

Client Service Representative

Sunna G

Dog Groomer

I learned to groom dogs in 2016 at the salon I ended up buying in 2020. I ran it for 2 years with great success until we decided to move to Ohio. I love my job as a dog groomer because I get to form great bonds with the dogs and their owners. I am very passionate about helping the dogs feel good about the grooming process and watching them come in with wagging tails makes my day. My husband and I have a 2 year old son together, he is our whole world. I have an Australian shepherd named Polar and recently got a cat named Saffron. Polar is my heartdog and I can’t imagine my life without him. In my spare time I like to spend time with my family, cross stitch, hike and play video games. 

Sheri

Pet Groomer

Morgan K

Client Service Representative

Savannah C.

Technician Staff

Amy H.

Client Service Representative

Liana G.

Grooming Staff

I am a 2018 graduate of Ohio University with my Associate’s Degree in Business Management Technologies. I found my love of dog grooming in 2020 by completing the Paragon Pet School program. My top priorities are giving pets a loving environment and making them feel and look fantastic. I spend most of my days hanging out with my husband, Joshua, and our two dogs, Violet and Kylo Ren. My hobbies are cooking, reading, and painting, from canvas to apparel.

Alexis C.

Veterinary Assistant

Taylor P.

Veterinary Technician

I am a proud pet mom to six cats—Julian, Princess, JJ, Leo, Niko, and Pookie. My youngest cat, Pookie, is physically disabled, and raising him while balancing school and work came with its own set of challenges. However, that experience shaped me profoundly. Pookie has grown into a happy, healthy cat, and caring for him deepened my passion for animal welfare and advocacy. Working in the veterinary field is truly rewarding, as it allows me to provide compassionate care and support to animals and their families every day.

In my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, and spending summer days fishing.

Katie V.

Veterinary Technician

At home, I share my life with two dogs and three cats, which deepens my understanding of the special bond between pets and their people. Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with family and friends.

Hannah D.

Technician Staff

I am a 2019 graduate of The Ohio State University. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Biosciences with aspirations of someday becoming a veterinarian. I recently applied to the OSU DVM program and am impatiently waiting for a response. I joined Petplex in October 2019 and currently work as a Veterinary Assistant. I am a dog mom to Marlee (yellow lab mix), a cat mom to Tina, and a chinchilla mom to Luna. My family also has three other dogs named Axel (Shih Tzu), GiGi (German Shepherd), Link (lab/shepherd mix), and multiple barn cats. I love the work I do here at Petplex and cannot wait to meet all your furry friends!

Taylor H.

Technician Staff

I graduated from the Vet Tech Institute at Branford Schools in December 2019 and started here at Petplex shortly after. Even though I was fresh out of tech school, the staff gave me a place to learn and grow as a technician. Early the following year, I passed my VTNE and am now an RVT. I live in Columbus with one cat, Eevee, and one of my friends from tech school. People are a great place to gain experience and knowledge and see many exciting things you wouldn’t see at a regular clinic. In a few years, I see myself in specialty medicine, where I’ll get to use everything I learned from Petplex.

Ashley B.

R.V.T./ Technician Manager

My name is Ashley. I graduated from Penn Foster College with an Associate of Science Degree. I am a registered veterinary technician. I have worked for Petplex Animal Hospital since 2015. I started as a receptionist while going through school, then moved up to a technician after graduation. I have five pets: one dog, two cats, and two rats. I am also a momma to three children – two boys and one girl. I enjoy exploring the outdoors with my family and doodling in my spare time.

Shannon G.

Technician Staff

I am a 2018 graduate of the Vet Tech Institute at Bradford School. I grew up on a horse farm for most of my life, where my love for all animals started. I have always had a love for helping animals and a passion for helping pet parents give the best to their pets! I currently have two dogs (Teddy and Shiloh), two cats (Bo and Pearl), and one horse (Will). My animals are my family, and I believe that every animal is precious and deserves the chance at a long, happy, healthy life. This is why I went into the veterinary field – to help educate pet parents and to help give pets the best care possible. I have already met many pet families at Petplex that have impacted my life, and I can’t wait to meet many more!

Justine P.

Technician Staff

I am a 2017 The Vet Tech Institute graduate with an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology. I interned here at Petplex Animal Hospital and started working soon after. I have loved animals since I was a little kid and never wanted to do anything else. I live with my five dogs: Jack, Bear, Lucky, Ruger, Khloe, and my cat, Vin. I am interested in continuing my education to study zoology and wildlife. Client education is very important to me, and I strive to educate pet owners. They have all the tools they need to be responsible and loving pet owners!

Megan K.

R.V.T.

I recently graduated from the Vet Tech Institute in March 2016, obtaining an Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology. I have always had a love and passion for animals! I currently own one dog of my own, Nashville. I enjoy being in the sun with my family and friends in my spare time. Over the years, I hope to gain the knowledge and experience to be the best technician I can be!

Michelle T.

R.V.T./ Technician Manager

I am a registered veterinary technician at Petplex Animal Hospital. I graduated from Columbus State Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology in May 2015. I began working at Petplex a couple of months after I graduated and passed the veterinary technician national exam in December 2015. I wanted to be a veterinarian when I was young, but I changed my mind as I got older when I learned about all of the things that technicians get to do. I grew up with dogs and had a couple of hamsters and beta fish. I rescued an Australian Kelpie mix from the Humane Society in 2009 named Tyson. I am excited to expand my knowledge in exotics and pocket pets and learn more about how to keep our furry friends healthy and happy.

Allie V.

Technician Staff

Allie B.

Technician Staff

My name is Allie, and I’m a Veterinary Nurse at Petplex. I graduated in 2013 with an Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology and passed my national board exam soon after. I joined the Petplex team after I graduated and have been here ever since. My primary areas of interest are surgery, emergency, and neonates. I’ve been an animal lover since I was a child. I grew up “in a barn,” so to speak, as I have been riding horses since I was three years old. I frequently rescued kittens, caught crawdads in the creek, brought home snakes, and snuck out of the house to hang out with the horses. I reside in Newark with my husband, our two cats, William and Fiona, our dog, Biloxi, and our beta fish, Lochlan.
Additionally, I have two horses (Mocha and Paris) and two farm kitties (Lightning McQueen and Sparrow.) When I’m not at work or the barn, I enjoy teaching yoga, hiking, wine tastings at any Ohio winery, and spending time with loved ones. I look forward to meeting you and your furry family members!

Megan W.

Front Office Manager/ R.V.T.

My love for animals began at a very young age and continues to grow daily. I have three cats and three dogs. I love working here at Petplex and look forward to helping you and your furry family member (s) as much as possible!

Douglas M. Poorman

Owner/ DVM

I am a 1997 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. I have been practicing veterinary medicine for 20 years and have had the opportunity to work on large and small animals and various exotic pets. Petplex Animal Hospital opened in November 2003, and I have enjoyed the generous support of the Buckeye Lake community. We moved into our current facility in March 2010 and have been excited to be able to offer our clientele improved services.

I grew up in a rural community similar to Buckeye Lake and enjoyed spending time in the summer on my grandparent’s farm. I have always had various pets (dogs, cats, etc.) and spent much of my childhood working with livestock and horses. These experiences have always drawn me toward the field of veterinary medicine and helped me appreciate the human-animal bond. I am pleased that my staff and I can provide exceptional care for the pets in our community. As we get to know our clients, it becomes more and more evident that the pets we see are more like family members and that when they hurt, we hurt too. We always treat our patients with the same care and concern we would want for the loved ones in our lives.

Kristin Roberts

MS, DVM

I enjoy all aspects of general practice and have developed particular interests in preventative medicine and soft tissue surgery. I have a passion for client education and promoting the human-animal bond.

In my spare time, I like to spend time at home with my husband and son and our two dogs, Zoey and Hudson. We also like to visit new restaurants around Columbus, watch football (Go Bills and Ravens!), and catch up on Netflix shows.

Dawn F.

Office Manager

I am the acting practice manager and have worked here at Petplex since we opened in November 2003. I have worked in the veterinary field for 30 years. This area has been my home since 1981. I have a daughter, Amanda, who is my best friend. We have two horses, Charm and Aria, who we call the “Big Kids” of the family. We also have four cats. Our oldest cat, Hecate, is around 15 years old, and our youngest, Misumi, is five years old. We have two Scottish Terriers. Hairy Potter is all black and is going to be ten years old. He is my buddy and goes everywhere with me. Freya Rose is our newest addition, who is wheaten in color. She brings us joy all the time. When I am not working, I enjoy traveling, cooking, reading, and time with my family.

Kristen S.

Management Staff

I am a 2012 graduate of the Bradford School with an Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology. I worked as a veterinary technician until this year when she became office manager. My husband Ryan and I have a daughter, two dogs, and a cat at home. In my spare time, I enjoy camping, outdoor music, and spending time with my family.

Jed Henning

DVM

I live with my wife, Arianna, daughter, Charlie, and two golden retrievers, Finn and Harlow, in Reynoldsburg. We enjoy traveling, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, and eating ice cream.

Hannah K.

R.V.T.

I graduated from the Vet Tech Institute of Bradford Schools in 2013 with a degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology. I have also successfully passed the VTNE (Veterinary Technology National Exam). I joined Petplex Animal Hospital in January 2020. Before joining their team, I was a vet tech in Columbus for over six years. Family is my everything (that includes my fur children). My husband and I have two sons together. In our free time, we like to travel (especially to Disney) and explore outside. I can’t wait to meet your furry family members, and I promise to provide the best care!

Kickstand

Meowanger