Jessica Zizumbo-Pratt
I have the pleasure of being Practice Manager at CKVC. The thing I love most about my job is all the kisses I get from the patients and the joy of meeting pet owners every day. At home, I have my husband, Jay, my children Jordan & Jaxon and my two furry kids Benny, a Basset Hound and Lily, a Mini Dachshund with whom I share all the neat things I see every day.

Janessa Dickson
I have worked at CKVC as a veterinary technician since the clinic opened the doors in November 2001. I love to be challenged in any way, and I am also competitive and love to win. I have a wonderful, tolerant husband, Chris,two adorable sons, Kylan and Landyn, who keep me on my toes 24/7. Finally, I have four furry children Russia, Zoe and Tigger and Gracie.

Carie MacArthur
I have been with CKVC since May of 2003. Before working at the clinic, I experienced different career opportunities, from being a nanny on the east coast, to being a 911 emergency dispatcher. I adopted two great feline friends, Mango and Mystic, from the clinic. I also recently adopted another kitten, Tiger Lily. I keep busy with Buck, my Labrador Retriever and Eva the Siberian Huskey, taking the pair for walks and letting them play in the water.

Debbie Ford
A Hutchinson native, I have been with CKVC since April of 2004 as an technician. I'm a single parent of an Amazon parrot named Pepe and an 10-year-old Dachshund named Braut. I enjoy working with all kinds of animals and their owners. In 2005 I received certification in canine massage from integrated Touch Therapy. My hobbies include horseback riding and cross-stitching.

Tricia Hart
I have been working as a receptionist here at CKVC since February 2007. I feel very blessed to have found this wonderful job. I love working with all the different animals and enjoy being challenged with new things everyday. I have an amazing husband, Stephen, a beautiful daughter, Peyton, and four dogs; Hunter, a beagle, Genie, a Pitbull, Piper, a Great Dane and Gizmo, a little Rat Terrier.

Brandy Degarmo
I have been working at Central Kansas Veterinary Center since April of 2007. I have the pleasure of being responsible of patient care. This allows me to meet many wonderful clients and their great pets. I have six babies of my own, five dogs and one cat! I look forward to meeting more clients and pets in the future!

Oaknim Lamagna
I have been with CKVC since December of 2007. I feel that this is the most fulfilling job I have ever had. I truly enjoy meeting our clients and their pets. Besides my passion for all creatures great and small, I love music, art, gardening, the outdoors and writing. I also like to educate my co-workers on the perks of being a vegan by forcing them to eat soy ice cream. My animal family includes two human children, several dogs and cats, and a horse who only loves me when I have food. 

Lori Sikes
I grew up on a farm and have always loved animals so I decided to become an animal health professional. In May 2001 I graduated from Colby Community College with a Veterinary Technology degree. I have worked in several clinics including both large and small animals before coming to CKVC in May 2008. Even though I have lots of previous experience I am still learning new things everyday. My favorite part of the job is the love and happiness the animals and their owners share. I have 3 "kids" of my own, Annie Marie and Oscar Dean are both cats and Bo is a Beagle/Basset hound mix.

Kelsi Hedger
Originally from Russell, Kansas I have lived in Hutchinson for almost 4 years. I worked in banking for 6 years before taking a giant leap into the Veterinary field. I've been with CKVC since August of 2008 as a receptionist. I have great interest in animal behavior and training and am excited at the opportunities this job will offer me. At home I have my husband, Joe, and our 2 spoiled Boxers, Bianca and Vegas.

Jenny Gillespie
I am a new receptionist here at CKVC. I recently transferred here from a vet clinic in Wichita where I worked for a year and a half. I love working with animals and I am very excited to work at such a great place and get to know all of our patients and their families! My special someone, Brandon and I, just moved into our new house where we live with our three wild boys. We have a rat terrier named Max and two terrier/corgi mixes, Ferguson and Charlie. They love spending their days chewing bones and keeping us on our toes!

Bre McClintic

I have had the opportunity to be a part of the CKVC family since November 2009. My world has been brightened even more from all the wonderful pets and families that I have met. In addition to this blessing I have 7 blessings of my own at home. Aurora, Gunner and Jacob are my incredible children, along with Marty, Juniper and Motley who are my "furry children". They all do a great job keeping me busy and teach me something new every day!

Tori Lara
Looking for a change in scenery and to expand my horizons, I moved from Phoenix, AZ to Hutchinson in January of 2009. It took me a little while to get used to the cold weather but I found what I was looking for and was offered the opportunity to be a technician at CKVC. It is so rewarding to provide care to each unique pet and get to know people who love animals as much as I do. When not at work I love to spend the nice days outside with my fiance, his 3 children and my baby - Wheatie, a 13 year old Chihuahua.

Jenny Hughes
I have always wanted to work with animals. In September 2009 CKVC offered me that chance. I absolutely love meeting the many furry patients I see everyday. I have a better half of 15 years, Sean, 2 boys, Dakota and Wyatt and 2 Labrador Retrievers, Boomer and Toby. My hobbies include camping, taking Toby on therapy visits, my boys sporting activities and training the dogs at the local kennel club

Debbie Simmons
I have been a proud member of the CKVC team since Jan. 2010. In the short time I have been here I have met so many wonderful pets and their people. When not at work or busy with everyday life I enjoy cuddling up on the couch with my dog Peanut and reading a book.

Dani Smith
After graduating from Bel-Rea in Denver, Colorado to be a registered veterinary technician in June, 2009 my husband and I decided to move back to Kansas. I soon found a job joining the team at CKVC. I have really enjoyed putting my education to use while doing something I love. When not working I enjoy going to the lake and spending time with my family. My family includes my husband Donovan, our two children Camden and Stokley, our two dogs, Amber and Kaia and two cats, Camel and Mr. Binx.