Meet Our Team in St. John
Our veterinarians and staff in St. John are excited to work with you and be a part of your pet's healthy journey. Whenever you have questions or concerns, we're always here to listen and lend a hand. Get to know about our team today!
Veterinarians
Dr. Lindsay Rozman
Dr. Lindsay Rozman
Veterinarian, Medical Director
Dr. Rozman received her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from Purdue University in 2010 and 2014, respectively. Becoming a veterinarian is her biggest life accomplishment (so far), and she joined the Coyne team in 2016. Dr. Rozman advises that pet owners trust in preventative medicine and its benefits–many animals that become infected with a disease could have stayed healthy with the proper care.
In addition to being a veterinarian, Dr. Rozman holds other (past and present) distinctions: she is the Pig Wrestling Champion of the Washakie County, WY Fair, and has 3 state pole vaulting medals from high school.
Dr. Rachel Vandermyde
Dr. Rachel Vandermyde
Veterinarian
Dr. Rachel Vandermyde graduated from the University of Illinois in the spring of 2019 and started working with us in June of the same year. We are thrilled to have her on our team with the compassionate care she shows for each patient, her strong work ethic, and her amazingly stylish scrub caps!
Dr. Vandermyde has wanted to be a veterinarian since she was a child and feels that following her dream to achieve her goal of practicing veterinary medicine and saving the lives of animals is her biggest accomplishment to date. One of the experiences that has touched her most in her career thusfar happened during vet school when she was able to nurse a dog back to health and help him walk again after being hit by a truck. It is these sudden moments that have led Dr. Vandermyde to believe that every moment we have with our pets is precious, and we should cherish all the time we get to spend with them.
Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Vandermyde’s interests include art, ethics, and forensics, and she loves anything made with peanut butter or chocolate!
Dr. Brandi Porto
Dr. Brandi Porto
Veterinarian
I graduated with a BS in Finance and Management from UIC in 2005 and returned to school to complete my Veterinary Degree in 2014 from the University of Illinois.
What do you consider your greatest accomplishment at this point in your life?
Raising my 3 kids to chase their dreams no matter how big they are!!
If you could give one piece of advice to pet owners, what would it be?
Listen to your vet’s advise – trust us, we know more than Google!
3 things people might be surprised to know about you?
1) I worked in corporate finance and managed several small businesses before pursuing my dream of being a Veterinarian.
2) I spend almost all of my free time and weekends being a chauffeur and groom – all of my kids participate in a rodeo sport of some kind from Barrel Racing to Bull Riding and I love every second of it!!
3.) I’m a Certified Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner (AKA I do chiro on pets)
Dr. Ryan Cuddihy
Dr. Ryan Cuddihy
Veterinarian
I attended Ross University and Purdue for my clinical year. My own dog had choked on a boneless piece of chicken when I was in elementary school. I was comforted by multiple veterinarians that got her through it and wanted to provide that for others.
What do you consider your greatest accomplishment at this point in your life?
Becoming a veterinarian.
If you could give one piece of advice to pet owners, what would it be?
Cherish all moments with your pets.
3 things people might be surprised to know about you?
I fed lion and bear cubs.
I have 3 rescue pets 2 dogs, named Saba and Marteen, and one cat named Pearl.
I am a sports fan.
Dr. Kyle Jasik
Dr. Kyle Jasik
I went to school at the University of Glasgow. Besides a general love of animals I really like seeing the companionship between people and their pets. Becoming a vet was the best way to both see that companionship and help it grow by keeping pets healthy.
Management Team
Nora B.
Nora B.
Practice Manager
I grew up in the South Suburbs of Chicago and majored in Health Administration at Robert Morris University while on a Lacrosse scholarship (National Champion 2014.) After receiving my Bachelor’s degree, I moved to Austin, Texas and fell in love with animal rescue. In my spare time, I volunteered at local shelters, as well as fostering with Austin Boxer Rescue. After moving to Austin, I immediately knew I wanted to stay in the medical field but also help care of animals. I started working in the Veterinary field in 2017 and eventually worked my way up into Practice Management.
Samantha L.
Samantha L.
Office Manager
I have always loved animals since I was little. I wanted to go to tech school when I graduated high school but ended up going a different route and got my associates in applied science. I started as a receptionist here at Coyne in 2020 and have loved every second of it!
Melissa L.
Melissa L.
Head Veterinary Technician, RVT
I knew I wanted to work with and help animals since I was young, especially when I saw first-hand a medical emergency with my own pet. When I was around 12, my rescue greyhound broke her leg playing in the backyard. Naturally, my first instinct was to help my dad bring her to our veterinarian and tend to her during her recovery.
Emaly H.
Emaly H.
Kennel Manager
I always wanted to be a veterinarian so when I got the chance to work in a shelter, it felt so natural. I worked as a handler, kennel attendant, and field officer and learned as much as I could about the animals I was working with. Now I can’t imagine doing anything else!
Veterinary Technicians & Assistants
Nicole S.
Nicole S.
Veterinary Technician, RVT
What has been your most rewarding moment working with animals?
Those times when pets come in very sick or on emergency & it seems unlikely they’d survive, but after a lot of hospitalization and care they pull through! The real reward though comes from the gratitude of an owner who didn’t think they’d be bringing their pet home…& it melts my heart every time to see that pet run to their owner.
What do you consider your greatest accomplishment at this point in your life?
I have many accomplishments I am proud of, but one that means the most is my dog “Coy”. He is a German Shepard mix. He was very sketchy, had heartworms, ehrlichia, Lyme disease & was malnourished…even though I was actually kinda nervous about this dog…I kept him. I treated him & handled him everyday! It’s been 2 years & he is such a good dog! He was just so scared of everything and everyone…I don’t think he was ever socialized…it’s crazy how much he has changed & how he loves everyone’s attention now!
What’s your favorite comfort food?
Potatoes
Advice to pet owners?
To research what pet you’re about to get, where you’re getting it from & if it’s a right fit for you. Pets can be very expensive & certain pets/breeds can come with a lot of issues & needs. It is very unfair to an animal that ends up in the wrong type of family & now is stressed due to the environment, children, lack of play time or is not taken care of due to financial issues. On the flip side…it’s always awesome to see those dedicated owners that get a new pet, but when it ends up sick they do anything they can…instead of just not treating it or dumping it.
What is your biggest fear?
Spiders and bats. Even looking at them makes me a little nervous!
Most unusual pet you’ve owned?
My mom found a praying mantis on a really cold fall day (she was not gonna make it another week) so she brought her inside & made a whole set up for her, fed her, researched her & gave her a nice “bug” environment…she ended up living for months! We were all so attached, her picture still hangs on the fridge! Her name was “Bug.”
Kristi S.
Kristi S.
Veterinary Technician Shift Lead
Kristi has been in the field since 2014 after graduating from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s in Animal Sciences. She has always had a passion for animals, so having a career in the veterinary field was a natural step for her. Her favorite part of her job is reuniting owners with their pets after helping heal them. She enjoys camping and hiking with her three dogs, but equally enjoys cuddling up on the couch with her two cats and a good movie. If she could give owners one piece of advice it would be prevention is key! It is so much easier (and cheaper in the long run) to prevent diseases than to treat them for it.
Mikayla P.
Mikayla P.
Head of Imaging, RVT
Share a funny story that happened at work or a funny animal-related story that has happened to you.
One of the funniest stories that happened at work was when an owner called and asked to be on speakerphone. Their pet was being stubborn so over speakerphone, the owner scolded their pet and told them to behave for us.
If you could compare yourself to any animal, which would it be and why?
A cat. I love taking naps and only want attention when I ask for it, and I’m very independent.
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
A tiger. They are beautiful animals; and who wouldn’t want to cuddle a huge cat (if it was nice)?
Amelia C.
Amelia C.
Veterinary Assistant
I have always loved animals and have always wanted to learn how to help them. The veterinary field is full of learning opportunities and I learn something new every day. I started off in the field as a receptionist just to see how I’d like it. Now I’ve worked my way up to becoming a technician.
Tanner G.
Tanner G.
Technician Assistant
I’ve always loved animals and strived to help those in need. After working as a kennel attendant for two years I was inspired to become a tech assistant to become closer to the patients that needed help the most.
Catrina W.
Catrina W.
Veterinary Assistant Shift Lead
As a little girl, I always wanted to work with animals and be around them. I graduated from Fox College and have been working in the field for about 4 years. I love being a tech. I couldn’t imagine myself working in any other field.
Alex B.
Alex B.
Veterinary Assistant
I’ve always had a dream to be a vet since I was a little girl. Now that I’m in college pursuing this dream I figured it’d be best to learn more about the career by working at a vet hospital. It was the best choice I’ve ever made because it really made me feel like this is where I wanna be!
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
I’d love to have a big ol’ Burmese python! They’re just big squishy babies!
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I’ve got 2 snakes (Sunny and Ares), a lizard (Paarthunax), 2 dogs (Atos and Juno), and 3 cats (Vicky, Phoebe, and Lou). It’s a big family!
What is your favorite thing about working with animals?
I love learning the personalities of each animal, it lets me know more and more about them.
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
Morgan B.
Morgan B.
Veterinary Assistant Shift Lead
I started my journey into the field after volunteering to help my personal horse vet on an emergency call for a friend of mine’s horse. Her horse was choking on her food, I helped her work all night till 1 am removing the blockage. I enjoyed helping keep the horse calm as well as explaining to the owner what happened and that everything would be ok. The horse fully recovered and the next day I applied for the current program I am in now at Penn Foster College.
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
River Otter, otters are extremely hyper and playful, it would be interesting to see them explore the world.
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I live on a farm so I have quite an array of animals:
Two horses Royal an American Paint, Zoe Shetland Pony
Two goats Henry and DC Nigerian Dwarfs
Two ferrets Kit and Cinder both are sable masks
Two indoor cats Sable and Ella
Four indoor dogs Blake Pitbull/Rhodesian ridgeback mix, Jade German Shepard, Maverick German Shepard, Bear Yorkie mix
Two livestock guardians Ozzie & Olivia Great Pyrenees
Barn cats KP, Jerry, Lilo, Miles, Hayzel, Bruno, Mya, we got all of these cats from a trap and release program to help the cat population with housing.
An array of ducks and chickens.
What is your favorite thing about working with animals?
I enjoy working with animals because they teach you new things all the time, animals can’t speak like us humans so it is very interesting to watch them communicate with us. I also enjoy being there to comfort owners by answer questions and calm any nerves they have. Being there to help animals in their time of need to be there to keep them calm and ease any discomfort they have is a big part of why I decided to work with animals.
JoDee L.
JoDee L.
Veterinary Assistant
I can still hear my mom saying “JoDee is going to work with animals one day”. Everyone could see that animals were just drawn to me. I went to the park and an injured dog followed me home. I had a special rapport with feral cats in the neighborhood. I love them all!!
Rachel C.
Rachel C.
Technician Assistant
Growing up I knew the love I had for animals! I’d always wanna help animals and kept learning and learning more about what the animal field was like!
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I have two Dobermans, Carole she loves to protect what she loves! Morty always loves meeting new people
What is your favorite thing about working with animals?
Kostadin K.
Kostadin K.
Technician Assistant
I’ve been surrounded by animals my whole life and figured the best career path would be in the animal field. I aim to become a veterinarian one day while I get my Masters at Purdue University.
Nancy R.
Nancy R.
Veterinary Technician
I decided I wanted to get into the veterinary field a few months before graduating from high school. I’ve loved animals since I was very young, so I decided to do vet tech school. After doing an externship at Coyne I decided that working as a vet assistant would give me a great experience. I am working on graduating to become an RVT.
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
I would have a horse, I just have always loved them. I love how free and beautiful they look.
Do you currently have any pets? What are their names and what is your favorite thing about them?
I currently have 2 dogs, Achilles a bull terrier, and Patol a chihuahua they are 5 and 8 years old. I love how loving and loyal they are. They always follow me around the house.
What do you find most rewarding about working with animals?
I find it most rewarding when they come in looking so sick and as they feel better you can slowly see them get their personality back.
Aero E.
Aero E.
Veterinary Assistant
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
A raccoon. They are mischievous, smart, and the cutest.
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I currently have 2 dogs (Oakley and Holly), 3 cats (Prince Otter, Leia, and Jupiter), and 7 rats (Rable, Moth, Naoko, Fenna, Nymph, Pumpkin, and Eerie)
Karen S.
Karen S.
Veterinary Assistant
I live in Munster, IN with my two daughters. I have worked in the veterinary field for over 20 years. I have always loved animals, but couldn’t have any as a child because of my brother’s severe allergies. My goal is to provide support and comfort to the owners of sick animals.
I love when people pick up their pet after being hospitalized and they are so happy that their pet is back to their old self.
Katie H.
Katie H.
Veterinary Assistant
I was inspired to work in the veterinary field when a friend of mine told me the story of when she got to help save a dog after being run over by a car. My goal is to be able to help as many pets as I can. I have had the pleasure of fostering a hand full of puppies, kittens, an old chihuahua, a cat, and even a squirrel. One day I hope to work in wildlife rehabilitation.
Julie G.
Julie G.
Technician Assistant
I have always wanted to work with animals since I was a little girl. I eventually would like to go to school to be a certified technician.
Katherine W.
Katherine W.
Veterinary Assistant
Growing up, my pets have always been my best friends and I always thought their Veterinarians and care team were super heroes. I was lucky enough to start working in an animal clinic at 17 years old and have continued working with animals ever since. I have spent the last decade dedicated to helping every animal I can and plan on continuing to do so for several more decades.
Room Assistants
Jen H.
Jen H.
Pharmacy Technician
I’ve always had a love for animals and have worked with them since first getting a job out of high school. I’ve done everything from caring for boarding pets as a kennel attendant, assisting pet parents as a customer service representative, working in the management and administrative teams, and now I help care for pets that come in to see a doctor, which I find very rewarding!
Kaylin F.
Kaylin F.
Room Assistant
Bio Coming Soon.
Katie B.
Katie B.
Room Assistant
My Oliver went through a health scare recently and as scary as it was, every person I encountered through that experience was helpful, understanding, and kind. My pets have always been so important to me and now being in this field, I get to try and be that person for someone else and it is so rewarding.
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
My first choice is always going to be a dog. I just think they’re the best but if I had to chose, probably a hedgehog!
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I have a Rottie/Lab mix named Oliver, a Shepard/Lab mix named Mia, and an orange tabby named Perseus! They’re the loves of my life!
What is your favorite thing about working with animals?
Being able to help owners take care of their family members is first. Getting to pet and cuddle them as I do is also an added bonus! I also love that every day I come to work, I learn a new, invaluable piece of information that makes me a better pet owner.
Tyler H.
Tyler H.
Room Assistant
I actually never saw myself in the vet field, I went to school for fashion design and have worked retail since I was 15 and never thought I would do anything else. My grandma raised me for most of my life and passed her love of animals to me. She always made it a point to take me to the petting zoo and we had to go to the theater to see any movie that involved talking animals. She always hoped I would end up working with animals so once I saw this job open up, I leapt for the chance to leave retail and try something new. And I’ve been here or about 2 years and have been happier ever since.
Kayla F.
Kayla F.
Room Assistant
I’ve always wanted to work with animals in one way or another. For now, I would like to get my vet tech license, and then go further from there! One day I would like to work with exotic pets!
Jordan Z.
Jordan Z.
Room Assistant
I have always loved animals and knew from the start I wanted to work with them. My goal is to be a veterinarian in the future and have my own animal clinic. Working at Coyne helps me pursue that career goal and learn extra knowledge along the way.
Client Service Representatives
Stephanie T.
Stephanie T.
Client Service Representative
I have always wanted to work in the veterinary field since I was little. When I saw Coyne being built I knew I had to work here. I love interacting with all of the pets and their owners. I cannot wait to see my career grow!
Stephanie imagines that if animals could talk, birds would be the most terrifying. They would be able to listen to all of our conversations and tell our secrets!
If her pets were part of the movie Secret Life of Pets she believes that they would host a sock eating contest as soon as the humans left the house.
Megan S.
Megan S.
Client Service Representative Shift Lead
I have always had a strong passion for animals. Since I was a child I have had a special bond with them, and even got along with some animals that others said were not friendly and did not like kids. I always tried to bring home and help any stray animals.
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
I would want to have a monkey as a pet because they have a lot of human-like traits and are very smart and cute.
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I have an Australian Shepherd named Thor.
What is your favorite thing about working with animals?
I love forming a special bond with them and getting to see all of their different personalities.
Maggie J.
Maggie J.
Client Service Representative Shift Lead
My whole life I’ve never gone without having pets. I’ve had all kinds of animals; cats, dogs, bunnies, hamsters, turtles, fish, hermit crabs, and even a praying mantis! I’ve always had a special bond with animals and want to do anything I can to better their lives. I aspire to become an RVT and further my career from there. My dream is to work with aquatic animals.
Kaila H.
Kaila H.
Client Service Representative
Whenever I heard other people say they have or do work for a vet clinic I would always just imagine the stories and people and different personalities you get to meet. I have always been an animal lover, never once have I not had a pet in my life because to me they are family. It warms my heart to see how I am not the only person to see animals the same way.
Roxanne S.
Roxanne S.
Client Service Representative
I have always loved animals, and I want to go back to school eventually to be a Vet. I just started working in this industry not too long ago and I absolutely love it. It mixes my love for pets and customer service all together in one!
Brittany T.
Brittany T.
Client Service Representative
I am new to the veterinary field but I absolutely adore it. I have wanted to work in the medical field my whole life and I have loved animals my whole life so I thought why not put the two together?
Eliot W.
Eliot W.
Client Service Representative
I’ve always loved the saying “if you love your job you’ll never work a day in your life” I find that being with animals, taking stress and pain away from others, and making people happy is something I love. Working at an animal hospital may be work, but seeing adorable pets every day never fails to put a smile on my face. I’m happy to be able to do my part to better people’s lives and bring their families together.
Kennel Team
Paige B.
Paige B.
Kennel Attendant
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
I would want to have a monkey because they are the cutest!
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I have 5 dogs and 4 cats. A golden retriever named Tanley and four dachshunds named Sunny, Bella, Frank, and Duncan.
What is your favorite thing about working with animals?
I love to help them feel better and to give them cuddles!
Gianna D.
Gianna D.
Kennel Attendant
I have had 2 dogs and have been surrounded by many. I have always loved and cared for them.
If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, what would it be, and why?
I would pick a sloth because, besides dogs, sloths are my favorite animal.
Do you currently have any pets? What type and what are their names?
I have one dog named Milo and he is a Treeing Walker Coonhound.
What is your favorite thing about working with animals?
My favorite thing about working with animals is caring for them and helping them.
Emily B.
Emily B.
Kennel Attendant Shift Lead
I have grown up my whole life with a bunch of animals. I’ve always had chickens, barn cats, and dogs. I’ve always wanted to know more about medicines and illnesses with animals to take care of them my best. My goal is to become a vet tech. Working with animals has always been a dream of mine. I hope to one day become a large animal vet tech.
Kaylee A.
Kaylee A.
Kennel Attendant Shift Lead
I have always had a love for animals and caring for them. I’m actually that person that always has treats in my car in case I see a stray. I love having the opportunity to be around animals every day, it truly brings me happiness. My favorite thing about my career is being able to understand their minds.
Liv H.
Liv H.
Kennel Attendant
Bio coming soon!
Brandon B.
Brandon B.
Kennel Attendant
I am a huge animal lover and my role model is my mother. She has worked in animal daycare and foster animals. I have volunteered in the past and have had many types of pets and each one has taken part of my heart. I currently have two cats, one being diabetic just like myself. All animals deserve love and to be treated amazingly. If an owner can’t have time for their fuzzy children then I’d be more than happy to make them feel loved for that time being.
Becca V.
Becca V.
Kennel Attendant
I have always had a love for animals. Treating them is my passion and I have always wanted to be a veterinarian. This is the perfect way for me to get a foot in the door of my chosen career path.
Jayden P.
Jayden P.
Kennel Attendant
I am currently in college going for a bachelor’s in marketing. I have always been a huge animal lover and ever since I was a kid have always wanted to work with animals whether that be in a zoo, rehabilitation, or whatever else I could do. When I saw a job opening at Coyne I jumped at the opportunity because this was my shot at finally working with animals.
Mariyah P.
Mariyah P.
Kennel Attendant
Bio coming soon!
Adaiah S.
Adaiah S.
Kennel Attendant
I have always had a soft spot for animals of all kinds. Ever since I was little I’ve had a wide array of pets- everything from cats and dogs to rabbits and even rats! I knew from a very young age I wanted to work with animals and help keep them healthy! Currently, I am focused on continuing work in the veterinary field and learning all I can while moving up!
Grooming Team
Hannah D.
Hannah D.
Groomer
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I was inspired to work in this field because I have always been so fascinated with animals, how different their personalities can be, how they can save lives in many ways, and how resilient they are. They can go through so much and still be so loving.
Valarie U.
Valarie U.
Groomer
I grew up wanting to be a veterinarian. While I was in school I worked at Petsmart as a dog bather. School wasn’t working out for me but I had the opportunity to become a dog groomer & it’s one of the best jobs ever.
Skylar C.
Skylar C.
Grooming Assistant
Growing up as a kid I always had dogs around me, and it made me fall in love with animals. I knew as a kid that working with animals would be a dream job. I plan on going back to school in the fall and doing something related to animals.