Anna joined VNIoC two years ago after completing an extended internship with the practice and spending four years in a general practice. "I was introduced to VNIoC by one of my instructors at the Community College of Baltimore County, Karen, who's also a vet tech at VNIoC. I was intrigued by the specialty and fascinated by all the different cases and how VNIoC does life-saving and life-changing surgeries," she explains. "It's such a great practice. Everyone is so supportive–it's really like. a second family–and you're always learning.

"I especially like imaging, as it helps you see the whole picture, pinpoint the problem and find ways to resolve it. I appreciate how Dr. McDonnell goes over scans and reviews cases with us. He's very forward-thinking, inclusive and always explaining and teaching so our skills and knowledge grow."

Licensed vet tech Katelyn was introduced to VNIoC by a previous coworker and instructor from school, joining the team in late 2023.

"Specialty practice really is my forte. I've done Emergency medicine, general practice, and surgery. Now at VNIoC I do anesthesia monitoring for imaging and surgery, and I rotate through the ICU," Katelyn says. "I love the culture here: the small, close-knit team, and the opportunity to spend more time with patients, learn more and observe advanced imaging."