Veterinarians
Holly Hamilton , DVM
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Dr. Holly graduated from University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine in 1989. She spent the first few years after graduation in Wisconsin finishing a research project at the Vet School, working in a small animal and emergency practices and teaching at the veterinary technician school. She moved to MN in 1992. Her special interests are soft tissue surgery, oncology, internal medicine and pain management. Like all the staff at ALL PAWS she supports and encourages the human-animal bond. She enjoys taking the time to learn about her patients and their two-legged companions. When she can find the time away from the clinic, she loves to kayak, sail her HobieCat, dig in her gardens, and birdwatch. Dr. Holly was the co-founder of the clinic in February 2001.
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Lisa Lindesmith , DVM
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Dr. Lindesmith graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. Although she grew up in the Badger state, she has made the Twin Cities her home since 1991. She enjoys both Internal Medicine and Surgery and is particularly interested in Oncology (cancer treatment). Developing a trusting relationship with owners and pets is what she finds most rewarding. She shares her home with her dog Cedar, a Golden Retriever. She loves to come to work with her. On her days off, she enjoys outdoor sports such as kayaking. Dr. Lisa was the co-founder of the clinic in February 2001.
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Kerrie Burns , DVM
Dr. Kerrie graduated from the University of Minnesota, School of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. She is a native of Minnesota. She shares her home with 5 wonderful cats and her enthusiastic 9 year old Golden Retriever, Jasper. She enjoys most aspects of her veterinary career, with special interests in Internal Medicine and Feline Medicine. The best part of her job is seeing the value and joy that pets add to their human’s lives. She feels fortunate to be able to share and contribute to this special bond. Prior to joining the team at ALL PAWS she worked at a clinic in Lakeville for 6 years. Her interests outside of veterinary medicine include: hiking, running, camping in state and National Parks, reading, outdoor photography and canoeing. Dr. Kerrie has been at All Paws since September of 2006.
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Ali Lee-O'Halloran , DVM
Dr. Ali graduated in Feb. 2000 from the University Of Minnesota College Of Veterinary Medicine. She spent much of her early years in Asia and settled in Minnesota after attending Carleton College. Dr. Ali enjoys internal medicine with a special interest in dermatology and behavior. She feels honored to spend her life caring for companion animals and advocating on behalf of the human/animal bond. Dr. Ali and her husband try to maintain a sense of humor as they parent two active toddlers, 3 dogs and two cats. In her spare time, Dr. Ali likes travel and reading something other than “Goodnight Moon” for the umpteenth time. Dr. Ali is currently a relief veterinarian at All Paws.
Technicians
Jill, Certified Veterinary Technician
Jill graduated from the University of Minnesota, Duluth with a degree in psychology. Realizing she would rather work with animals, she began school at Argosy University. Jill recieved her Certification as a Veterniary Technician January of 2010. She enjoys dog training and has two dogs of her own.
Jill has been at All Paws since March 2011.
Brenda , Certified Veterinary Technician
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Brenda graduated from the Minnesota School of Business and received her state and national certification in the spring of 2006. Brenda has been at All Paws since February2006.She enjoys spending time with her dog and 3 cats.
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Peggy, Certified Veterinary Technician
Peggy graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Veterinary Technology in 2011 from North Dakota State University in her hometown of Fargo, ND. She earned her certification in December 2011. She enjoys being outdoors, doing arts and crafts, and spending time with her two dogs, Ralph and Daisy. Peggy has been at All Paws since the summer of 2011 and is particularly interested in dentistry.
Kirsten, Certified Veterinary Technician
Kirsten graduated from Minnesota School of Business with an AAS in Veterinary Technology. She obtained certification in January of 2010. She was adopted by a gray tabby named Maxwell House Cat. Kirsten enjoys spending time with her family, working on her computer, and playing hockey. Kirsten has been at All Paws since February 2011.
Saeid, Veterinary Technician
Saeid graduated from DVM degree in Veterinary Medicine in the summer of 2000 from Azad University in Iran. Saeid has been practicing Veterinary Medicine for 10 years. He and his wife have emigrated to the United States and have been here since September 2010. Saeid has been at All Paws since January 2011 and is particularly interested in dental radiology and dentistry.
Assistants
Amanda, Kennel Assistant
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Amanda graduated from CarletonCollege with a degree in Studio Arts. She is currently taking classes at MCTC and hopes to attend a graduate program in Veterinary Medicine soon. She has a goofy border-collie who shares Amanda's enthusiasm for catching balls and playing Frisbee. Amanda has been at All Paws since June 2008.
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Customer Service Representatives
Jo Ann, Customer Service Representative
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Jo Ann has been at All Paws since November 2004. She enjoys geocaching, butterfly gardening, computers, and sewing.
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Rachel, Customer Service Representative & Kennel Assistant
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Rachel was born and raised in St. Louis Park and currently resides there with her mother and sister while she attends college full time at Dunwoody College of Technology. She will be graduating June 2012 with a BS in Interior Design. Rachel as been at All Paws since March 2008.
Office Manager
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Laurie, Office Manager & Inventory Specialist
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Laurie grew up it the Brooklyn Center area. She started working in the veterinary field in 1979. She has worked in many aspects of the field including inventory control and technician duties until finally settling at the front receptionist desk 15 years ago. This enabled her to work around her four children's busy schedules. Laurie enjoys playing recreational volleyball, reading, attending U of M sporting events with her youngest son and walking with her dog Maggie. Laurie has been at All Paws since August 2008.
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