MARIA

Large Animal Inventory Manager/Registered Veterinary Technician

Maria serves as the Large Animal Inventory Manager and brings eight years of experience in veterinary medicine. She attended Kent State University for Biology and completed her veterinary technology training at Ross Medical. Maria has a strong passion for equine emergency medicine and especially enjoys the excitement of foaling season. She values the relationships she builds with both clients and coworkers and appreciates that no two days in large animal medicine are ever the same.

Growing up on a farm, Maria always knew she wanted to work in the veterinary field, with a specific focus on equine care. She originally aspired to work out of a veterinary truck in the field and pursued that goal by completing a student externship with Dr. Middleton at Orrville. It proved to be a perfect fit, and she continues to make the drive from Portage County because of her passion for the advanced large animal care provided here. She especially enjoys working with horses, and the Amish community, and finds caring for newborn foals in the spring to be one of the most rewarding parts of her job.

Outside of work, Maria enjoys spending time outdoors—especially in warm weather. She loves riding horses, attending Arabian horse shows, relaxing by the water, and spending evenings by a bonfire with friends. She also enjoys staying active through barre and Pilates classes. Known for thriving in hot and humid conditions, Maria brings a positive and energetic attitude even on the warmest days—something her coworkers often joke about. Arabian horses and German Shepherds have always been a big part of her life and continue to be her favorite breeds.

Maria would describe herself as outgoing and energetic, and she recently welcomed her first baby, Luke, with her husband. He is already beginning to enjoy time spent in the barn. As a fun fact, Maria also manages the equine and large animal Facebook page, helping keep clients connected and informed!