Our Veterinary Students

Anna Brooks- September, 2011 – I started my preceptorship at Meadow Hills in September 2011. The veterinarians and staff were amazing in helping me become a more capable veterinarian through routine appointments as well as spay and neuter surgeries for the Humane Society. Everyone was very welcoming and willing to let me practice and learn.

I am originally from Alaska and hope to return to practice there after graduation. I completed my undergraduate degree at Washington State University in Animal Science before beginning vet school there. While my interests are primarily in large animal medicine, my experience at Meadow Hills helped me to become more confident and better able to practice veterinary medicine in a mixed animal practice in the future.

Maureen Rose Jay- April, 2011 – I joined the Meadow Hills team as a WSU Preceptor in April 2011. The fun and friendly staff quickly made me feel at home and supported my educational visit by offering their extensive knowledge and experience. The doctors were great and I learned so much from them not only about medicine and surgery but also valuable communication skills. During my visit I was allowed to perform surgeries, assist in dental extractions, and was allowed to assist with appointments. Meadow Hills also offered me the opportunity to work with exotic animals and patients from the P.O.P.P. My preceptorship was a great experience and I feel so lucky to have spent this time at such an amazing clinic with such a wonderful staff.

I grew up in Southern California and moved to Washington for my undergraduate degree in Zoology at WSU (GO COUGS). I then attended the veterinary school at WSU and will graduate following my experience at Meadow Hills. I plan on working as a small and exotic animal veterinarian and hope to practice the same high quality medicine I saw practiced while at Meadow Hills Veterinary Center.

Sara Schrag– February, 2011 – I began my preceptorship at Meadow Hills Veterinary Center in February, 2011. From the very outset it was clear that the staff create a welcoming atmosphere and encourage an active role in the community. They continually dedicate time and energy to the enhancement of my clinical experience, demonstrating their commitment to the education of the next generation of veterinarians. The mentorship by the doctors has been invaluable as they provide guidance through the examination and treatment of both healthy and sick patients. I have been able to take part in exam room interactions with clients and their pets, one of the most enjoyable aspects of veterinary medicine. I have also been able to gain practical surgical experience through MHVC’s cooperative efforts with the Humane Society and P.O.P.P. by means of an active spay/neuter program. I consider myself privileged to be able to continue my learning experience in an animal hospital with such quality staff and high standard of care.

I grew up in Kennewick before moving to Spokane, Washington at a young age. Following in the footsteps of my Cougar parents, I attended Washington State University for my Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience before entering WSU College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation from veterinary school I plan to enter private practice, and I have aspirations to eventually own a clinic with my husband in our home state of Washington. Until that time comes, I look forward to seeing clients and their pets in the Tri-Cities, Pullman, and wherever else my veterinary career may lead.

Sarah Bason- January, 2011 - I began my preceptorship at Meadow Hills Veterinary Center in January, 2011. I have greatly enjoyed the opportunity to be a part of such a progressive and caring veterinary staff during my time here. The clients and pets I have had the pleasure of interacting with during appointments and surgeries have been very welcoming to me, and I appreciate their kindness very much! It is often hard to get a feel for "real world" medicine in the setting of veterinary school, and I feel very lucky that I chose Meadow Hills as the place to expand on my knowledge, because the quality of medicine offered and the focus on communication is exactly what I will be looking for when I leave veterinary school and enter the workforce.

The doctors, technicians, and the remainder of the wonderful staff have all been very welcoming as well. It is hard to express how valuable it is to be able to sit in on appointments and discuss treatment options and plans with a group of people who are clearly operating a high-quality medical practice. I have also had the opportunity to greatly increase my surgical experience under the guidance of highly skilled surgeons, and learn new techniques which will help me to better serve my future patients.

I grew up in Prescott, Arizona and received my Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Northern Arizona University. While pursuing my undergraduate studies, I worked as a veterinary technician for 4 years, eventually ending up in a shelter setting where I discovered that I have a great passion for shelter medicine and community outreach. My time at Meadow Hills has let me expand on this passion by allowing me to perform spay and neuter surgeries on shelter animals through the P.O.P.P. program, thus helping to reduce the problem of pet overpopulation. When I graduate in a few months, I look forward to returning to Arizona and working in a shelter or private practice setting that allows me to continue to pursue my passion for assisting homeless animals as well as clients with limited financial means, while maintaining the high standard of care I have seen here at Meadow Hills.