WELCOME TO THE WESTSIDE FAMILY

Familiar faces.
Compassionate care.

Get to know the people who welcome you and care for your pet.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CARE

A team that knows how much they mean to you.

Shawna

Lead Customer Service Representative

Shawna joined the Westside family in 2023. She is originally from North Carolina. It was there that she worked as a conservation and science educator at a zoological park and her interest in animal health and wellness was sparked. She later transitioned to veterinary medicine. In her spare time, Shawna enjoys reading, exercising her green thumb with plants, and crystals. She and her husband share their lives with their rescued dogs Petey and Bentley, and cats Scout and Arwyn.

Monika

Customer Service Representative

Monika has been a valued part of the Westside team for over 18 years! Monika worked as a long-time veterinary assistant before stepping away from veterinary medicine for a brief time, and has now returned and transitioned to the role of receptionist. Clients could not be happier to have her as one of the warm and friendly faces welcoming them to our clinic! Outside of veterinary medicine, one of Monika’s greatest passions is cooking and entertaining friends and family. And not just her native German cuisine! She also enjoys Jeep adventures and getting lost in a good book. She has two beloved pets - Gus, a lab mix and Booger, an orange tabby.

Suzanne

Veterinary Assistant

Originally from Perth, Australia, Suzanne joined Westside in 2016. She obtained her Veterinary Technician certification in Australia and enjoys hiking, travel, and time with her pets.

Lillian

Veterinary Assistant

Lillie is a Certified Veterinary Assistant with more than five years of veterinary experience. Raised in a family devoted to animal rescue, she brings a calm approach to patient care.

Jennifer

Practice Manager

Jennifer is originally from eastern Kentucky and is a University of Kentucky alum. Prior to coming on board at Westside, she was a partner and litigation attorney at Cleary, West & Hawkins, LLP in Augusta. In March 2018, when her husband, Dr. Hawkins purchased Westside Animal Hospital, they decided to align her talents with his and work together to revitalize Westside.

LET’S CARE FOR THEM, TOGETHER

A familiar face.
A healthier best friend.

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Familiar faces.Compassionate care.