Wixom Team

Dr. Dyer has spent 20+ years as a doctor embracing the full diversity of veterinary medicine, practicing in small animal, large animal, exotic and emergency care. After years of experience came the desire to build a great hospital of her own: Lake Geneva Veterinary Hospital (now Family Pet Practice) was purchased in 2004, followed by Wixom Veterinary Clinic (now Wixom Family Pet Practice) in 2011. She has a strong dedication to all pets and the families who love them, as evidenced by her own multi-species family of 2 boys, dogs, cats, rabbits, horses and sheep. In her free time, you will find her outdoors, riding horses, kayaking, camping or SCUBA diving. 

Team Member since 2004

Dr. Foster went to Michigan State University for her undergraduate studiesand veterinary school. She graduated in 2005 and practiced in Chicago,Livonia and Clinton Township before joining Wixom Family Pet Practice. Shelives with her husband, 2 children and her Bernese Mountain Dog, Scrubs andblack cat, Satara. She enjoys traveling, reading, going up north with herfamily and crafting.

Team Member since 2015

Jessica began her career with medicine in 2000 working with humans -internal medicine, radiology, and gynecology - then transferred to veterinary medicine in 2003. She chose to pursue becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician and graduated from Macomb Community College Veterinary Technician Program. Her role at Family Pet Practice has changed over the years, and she now works remotely from her home in the Leelanau Peninsula. When not at work she spends her time with her husband Jeff and their funny family: an Akita named Keller, a Great Pyrenees named Zillah, an 80lbSulcata Tortoise named Johari, 6 chickens, and many aquatic turtles and fish. She enjoys vegetable & flower gardening, spending time in the woods, antiques, and meditation.

Team Member since 2008

Cassie is a new hire at Wixom Family Pet Practice. After spending 13 years in pediatric urology, she decided on a career change to pursue her love of animals. When not at work she can usually be found with her nose in a book.

Team Member since 2020

I worked in the animal industry for about 16 years. I started as a veterinary assistant and now worked as a customer service representative. I have a bachelor’s degree from South University. I have a passion to help people and their pets. I have one dog I rescued and one cat. I enjoy movies and listening to music.

Team Member since 2018

Jess is passionate about mental health and wellness—things that many folks find to be positively impacted by the connection they have with their pets. Supporting the health of furry family members throughout their lives, being there for clients from their first puppy/kitten visit through saying goodbye, and advocating for mental health/wellness of fellow members in the vet community gives her veterinary work meaning. She has been involved in the vet field since she was a kid (one of her parents is a veterinarian)

Team Member since 2023

Andree has always loved animals since she can remember. She got her first pet at 12 years old. She graduated from Sanford Brown College with a degree in Applied Sciences and obtained her Veterinary Technician License in 2013. When not working hard as an LVT, she loves cooking and trying new recipes, watching home renovation shows, and would love to renovate a home in the future!

Team Member since 2013

Karen is a Licensed Veterinary Technician who graduated from Macomb Community College. She discovered she wanted to be a Veterinary Technician in her teen years when she met a LVT at her own dogs appointment. She has a passion for owners to be knowledgeable and pets to be comfortable during their appointments. In her spare time she enjoys being with her husband, step daughter, cat named Monkey, and mouse named Panda. 

Team Member since 2018

Kayla has been learning with Wixom Family Pet Practice for years. She is currently a student at Michigan State University and works with us seasonally. 

Team Member since 2015

I've been working in veterinary medicine as a Veterinary Assistant for 3.5 years. I graduated from MSU with a B.S. in Zoology in 2016. Outside of work, I am an artist. My favorite mediums include acrylic, ink, and watercolor. I have two pets at home, a dog named Rufus and a cat named Oliver.

Team Member since 2022

I recently graduated from the University of Findlay with my Bachelor's degree in Animal Science with a Pre Veterinary focus. I will be attending veterinary school at St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicinein Grenada starting in August of 2022. In my free time I love to travel,especially with my boyfriend and our dog Jack. I also enjoy hiking, watching movies, and being a foodie.

Team Member since 2022

Reiley has been working and learning in the veterinary medicine field since 2016. She enjoys client education & being your appointment technician! She also likes phlebotomy and placing IV's. When not at work, she spends her time at the gym, hiking and walking her 2 dogs: Avocado and Ruger.

Team Member since 2022

Serena has worked as a veterinary assistant since 2011, and graduated from Oakland University with a Biology degree. She enjoys witnessing patients recover from whatever ailment they may have had, as well as being able to spend time with her patients on a day to day basis. Outside of work Serena loves to cook, listen to music, travel and spend time with family and friends and 2 pups, Mattie and Whiskey.

Team Member since 2022

Kellsye has worked in veterinary medicine since 2016. She enjoys working tiny dogs, and fat cats...or just any animal that’s a little special. Kellsye has a special interest in surgery as well. Her hobbies outside of work include: crafting, hiking, playing video games and hanging out with her three cats.

Team Member since 2022

I have recently graduated from tech school in 2020 from UTM with a bachelors degree in Veterinary Technology. Shortly after graduation, I started my vet tech career at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2022 I decided to pursue a career as an ICU tech at Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham which was a small animal specialty hospital. I have decided to move back home to Michigan after being away for nearly a decade and am excited to start a new chapter. In my spare time I love to read, go for trail rides on my gelding Uno and take naps with my rescue dog Raven.

Team Member since 2023