Veterinary Assistants

Ashley Arens, Kennel Assistant with Widgett rescue dog from West Suburban Humane Society

Ashley

Ashley has helped care for pet guests as a kennel assistant since 2008. A native of Westmont, Ashley is proud to work at a hospital that offers such expert care and compassion for pets. She enjoys working with animals and learning new things about pet care. Ashley shares her home with a cat named Zoeand, an English Mastiff named Adam and a rescue Terrier named Widget. She enjoys running, dancing, reading, playing soccer, horseback riding and volunteering at the Ronald McDonald Charity House in her free time.

Colleen Ryan, Veterinary Technician Assistant

Colleen

Veterinary technician assistant Colleen joined the West Suburban Veterinary Hospital staff in 2008. A native of Chicago, she loves working with animals and one day hopes to become a veterinarian. At home, she enjoys the companionship of her dog, Brandy. In her spare time, she enjoys playing volleyball, reading, volunteering and learning new things.

Ted Gadomski, Veterinary Assistant

Ted

Veterinary assistant Ted has been part of the West Suburban team since 2006. He grew up in Poland and England. Ted loves working with the caring veterinarians and staff and enjoys greeting all of the patients. During his free time, Ted enjoys swimming, walking, biking and reading. Most of all, he enjoys traveling, which he did a great deal while working as a restaurant designer and equipment sales engineer.