Archives: Staff

Meet Rubi Veterinary Technician

Rubi Simon, Veterinary Technician

Hi, my name is Rubi! I have seven years of experience in veterinary medicine, including three years specializing in internal medicine and oncology. Outside of work, I love surfing and spending time with my two chihuahuas, Rocky and Chico, and

Meet Carlos, Kennel Attendant

Carlos Guzman, Kennel Attendant

Hi, I’m Carlos, our latest hospital addition! I arrive with plenty of pet-sitting, kennel attendant, and doggy daycare experience dating back several years. I also study online at Arizona State University’s School of Applied Biological Sciences as a pre-veterinary student.

Meet Jessica, Veterinary Technician

Jessica Noren, Veterinary Technician

Hi, my name is Jess and I’m a Veterinary Technician here at Norwalk Animal Hospital. I was born and raised on Long Island NY and moved to CT 1 ½ years ago. I have been in the field for almost

Meet Erick, Receptionist

Erick Sanchez, Receptionist

Hi there, I am Erick Sanchez and I’m a receptionist at Norwalk Animal Hospital. As a Norwalk native, I have only heard positive things about this hospital, which is why I’m so glad to be a part of this team.

Meet Joe, Kennel Attendant

Joseph Kish, Kennel Attendant

Hi, my name is Joseph Kish and I’m 27 years old. I am a lifelong Norwalk resident. I have a Bachelor degree in Psychology from Southern CT State University. I am a Kennel Attendant with Norwalk Animal Hospital. I have

Meet Jodie Fretina Receptionist

Jodie Fretina, Receptionist

Hi my name is Jodie Fretina and I was born and raised in Norwalk. Having a love and passion for taking care of all sorts of animals came at an early age for me. From raising rabbits and chickens to

Meet Nicole Receptionist at Norwalk Animal Hospital

Nicole Allen, Front Desk Supervisor

Hi, I’m Nicole. I was raised in Fairfield County. I’ve always loved being around animals and I’m very happy to be part of the Norwalk Animal Hospital Team. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with friends and family.

Meet Carissa Benoit Receptionist

Carissa Benoit, Receptionist

Hi, my name is Carissa! I’m from Milford CT and have lived there my entire life. Ever since I was little I had a passion for helping animals. I went to school to become a certified veterinary assistant and I’m

Meet Tom Brown Veterinary Technician

Tom Brown, Client Liaison

I was born in Norwalk and have lived here most of my life. I started working with animals at pet stores then moved on to veterinary medicine. When I first came to Norwalk Animal Hospital in 2004, I began with

Meet Anna Blaszkiewicz Office Assistant

Anna Blaszkiewicz, Office Assistant

I’m Anna, the Office Assistant at Norwalk Animal Hospital. I grew up in Poland and moved to the US in 1993 and graduated high school in Norwalk. I have been at NAH since 2008, starting at the Front Desk. I

Meet Christine Certified Veterinary Technician

Christine Ball, CVT, Senior Treatment Technician

Hi, I’m Christine, one of the technicians at Norwalk Animal Hospital. I am a Certified Veterinary Technician and have been with the Hospital since 2001. Like many of our clients I have several pets of my own including a dog

Meet Joanna McLaughlin LVT CCRA

Joanna B. McLaughlin, LVT, CCRA

I graduated from Mercy College in 1999 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Veterinary Technology. I began working at Norwalk Animal Hospital in 2000 as a licensed Veterinary Technician. In 2012 I completed my certification through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute

Meet Lynne Dionian Practice Manager

Lynne Dionian, Practice Manager

I grew up in Staten Island, N.Y. where I graduated from SUNY Buffalo, then received my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from New York University.  Before coming to Norwalk Animal Hospital I worked in a variety of settings including educational institutions,

Meet Pam Practice Manager

Pam Fortunoff, Practice Manager

I grew up on the North Shore of Long Island then graduated from Lake Forest College. I then graduated from BelRea Institute of Animal Technology. I have worked as a Certified Veterinary Technician and Practice Manager in Illinois, Colorado, and