MEET THE TEAM
Girard Veterinary Clinic has been open for over 20 years and our veterinary staff has been diagnosing, treating and caring for dogs and cats for even longer!
The Veterinary staff at Girard Veterinary Clinic upholds the highest standards of veterinary care and our technicians are trained and certified in medical, surgical and emergency services for dogs and cats.
VETERINARIANS
Our Veterinarians, members of the AVMA , AAHA, and PVMA, both graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. They are devoted to implementing cutting edge techniques and raising the bar for standard of patient care.
Dr Jonathan Wilkerson, VMD
Veterinarian
Dr. Jonathan Wilkerson received his BS in chemistry, and went on to receive his Veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. He is currently a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, and Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association. Dr Wilkerson worked as an associate Veterinarian for over 11 years at Mt. Airy Animal Hospital and as an emergency Vet at Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital prior to coming to Girard Veterinary Clinic.
Dr. Wilkerson enjoys competing in triathlons along with hiking, sailing, and biking with his family. He is also a USA Swim Official, and the Allstar Triathalon coach for Cadence Youth Cycle!
Dr. Wilkerson also serves as the staff Veterinarian for the Pennsylvania Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue Team overseeing deployment of all service animals.
Dr. Stephanie Haugen, VMD
Veterinarian
Dr. Stephanie Haugen graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, after receiving her bachelor’s degree from Cornell University. She has spent 12 years working for several of Philly’s non-profit animal organizations, including serving as a Shelter Veterinarian for the City of Philadelphia. She is excited to now be working in private practice at Girard Veterinary Clinic. Although her primary passion is still saving unwanted and uncared for animals, she could not resist the opportunity to come work with her practice owner/colleague Dr. Wilkerson, who also happens to be her best friend whom she met in vet school.
When not at GVC, Dr. Haugen is at home in Center City with her husband, 3 children and 2 Snowshoe cats, Mocha and Truffle.
In her limited spare time Dr. Haugen enjoys cooking and especially baking (and she is ever so grateful that her GVC family likes to eat). She and her family also enjoy traveling together.
VETERINARY TECHNICIANS
Our veterinary technicians have decades of experience in the veterinary field and are all certified in first aid and CPR for companion animals.
Albert
Lead Veterinary Technician
Albert has been with the Clinic since 1997 and has more than 30 years experience in the veterinary field. In addition to his responsibilities as a veterinary technician, he provides technician training to new staff members and specializes in handling challenging animals. He enjoys counseling clients in behavior management and educating them on improvements in the veterinary field.
Dawn
Veterinary Technician
Dawn attended W.B. Saul HS of Agriculture, where her love for animals grew. Each day she is as excited to care for patients as she was on her first day working in the veterinary field over 25 years ago. She has quite the full house with a one-eyed cat named Leela and 2 dogs named Teddy and Gus. She also enjoys being a Grandmom!
Rebecca
Veterinary Technician
Becca is from Philly, she went to school at Harcum College and graduated in 2013, she did her Practicum at University of Penn and at New Bolton Center; She has 6 cats and 1 large dog. She loves to go to Disney world with her boyfriend and has been with us since 2017.
ADMINSTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF
Our support staff has training in veterinary medicine, customer service, client relations and pet care. Ready to take your call, they are knowledgable and helpful allies for all owners and patient advocates.
Christine
Practice Manager
Chris brings more than a decade of experience in veterinary medicine to the clinic. She attended Wesleyan University and received a Bachelor's Degree in Biology. She has worked as a trainer and nutritionist at the Philadelphia Zoo and as a veterinary technician. As hospital administrator, she is committed to continuing her education in the advancement of veterinary medicine and ensuring our clients are educated, responsible and confident pet owners. She has a German Shepherd named Taj, who loves chasing butterflies and harmonizing with police sirens.
Quiana
Receptionist
Quiana has been working at Girard Veterinary Clinic under many titles including receptionist and kennel worker. She adores being able to meet and care for the patients of Girard. She's never owned a pet of her own, but working here has certainly opened her up to the possibility of taking on her own special friend!
Leigha
Receptionist
Leigha started at Girard Veterinary Clinic in 2017. She loves being able to work with animals and is looking forward to training and continuing her education in veterinary medicine to hopefully one day work as a veterinary technician.
