Our Team

Meet the team of professionals at Northwest Animal Hospital that will be taking care of your pets.

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Our Doctors

Dr. Rose
DVM
Shari Santucci
Practice Manager
Tanya
Lead Veterinary Technician
Alex
Veterinary Technician

Elyse
Veterinary Technician

Barb
Lead Receptionist
Nikki
Customer Service Representative
Dr. Rose
DVM

Dr. Rose brings a wealth of experience in emergency medicine and is a fantastic addition to our team of veterinarians. With a special passion for exotic animals, she also holds degrees in forensic anthropology and human anatomy.

At home, Dr. Rose is the proud parent of three Chihuahuas and three cats. Outside of work, she enjoys playing with and walking her dogs, running, and spending quality time with her daughter.

Shari Santucci
Practice Manager

With 10 years of experience in the pet industry, Shari Santucci is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and well-being through client education and clear communication. She prides herself on building strong client-patient relationships and caring for pets as if they were her own.

Outside of work, Shari enjoys spending time with her English Bulldogs, Bentley and Louie, reading books, and staying active through workouts. A fun fact about Shari is that she had hip dysplasia – just like dogs can get!

Tanya
Lead Veterinary Technician

With 15 years of experience in the industry and a degree from DePaul University, Tanya is passionate about connecting with pet owners and helping them foster happy, healthy, and enjoyable relationships with their pets. In her free time, she loves working on puzzles, taking her dog on adventures, and reading.

Alex
Veterinary Technician

With over 30 years of experience in the veterinary field, Alex brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. He studied at Elmhurst College, the Chicago National College of Naprapathy, and Suomi College, building a strong foundation in animal care. Alex is passionate about providing compassionate care and empathy to every patient he meets.

Outside of work, he enjoys taking road trips with his family and dog, and you can often find him camping, hunting, and fishing.

Elyse
Veterinary Technician

Elyse is a dedicated Veterinary Technician with five years of experience in the field. She is passionate about veterinary medicine, as it allows her to combine her love for animals with her professional expertise. Elyse is currently enrolled in the Penn Foster program, working toward becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and horseback riding, always seeking new adventures and experiences. Elyse takes pride in the care she provides to her patients and looks forward to continuing her journey in the veterinary industry.

Barb
Lead Receptionist

With over 18 years of experience in the veterinary field, Barb is a dedicated and compassionate member of our team. She studied at Loyola University and has a true passion for veterinary medicine, especially when it comes to rescuing animals. Over the years, Barb has cared for a variety of animals, including cats, kittens, dogs, squirrels, opossums, birds, and more, and she’s particularly loves and is skilled at bottle-feeding very young kittens and squirrels.

In her free time, Barb enjoys cooking, attending concerts, reading suspense and mystery storybooks, watching movies, spending quality time with her family, and enjoying comedy shows. A fun fact about Barb is that she once met comedian Adam Ray in Austin!

Nikki
Customer Service Representative

With 20 years of experience in the industry, Nikki takes pride in greeting clients with a warm smile. Her friendly demeanor creates a welcoming atmosphere for everyone who walks through the door. In her free time, she enjoys spending quality moments with her family and her beloved dog, Apple.