Dr. Michael Malitz, DVM, graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 1996. He joined the team at Countryside Animal Clinic PC in 2003 and has been here since. “Veterinary medicine and the services available to pet owners have exploded. It’s great, but it can be a little overwhelming at times. My goal is to be a trusted source for pet owners to rely on when needed.” Dr. Malitz said. He lives in Buffalo Grove with his wife, three kids, and two dogs (Ruby and Pumpkin). When he is not working, he enjoys cooking, spending time with the family, and walking his dogs.

Dr. Mary Hannah received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from the University of Illinois in 1999. Although the love of animals drew her to the profession, she realizes that for every animal that comes to the clinic, a human is being attached to the other end of the leash/carrier. Being able to help pets and the people who love them makes her happy. Dr. Hannah shares her home with her husband, Jon, their two kids, and a cast of characters known as “the island of misfit pets.”

Before transitioning to a career in veterinary medicine, Mary K worked as a preschool teacher, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Illinois in 1988 and a Master’s degree from Roosevelt University in 1996. However, she soon left the workforce to become a stay-at-home mom, putting her education to use through raising her two daughters. After they were grown, Mary K decided to make a career change. She had always dreamed of working with animals when she was younger, and so she started looking for ways to make that dream a reality. In 2014, she signed up for a veterinary assisting class at the College of Lake County. After excelling in the course, she joined Countryside Animal Clinic in June of that year and has been a member of the team ever since. She also currently sits on an advisory board at the College of Lake County aimed at developing a vet tech program. Her favorite part of the job is seeing animals return happy and healthy each year.

Prior to entering the veterinary field, Robin was a preschool teacher for 20 years. Robin loves people, cats, and dogs. She has a husband, son, daughter, and two dogs named Kacy and Zoey. In her free time, she loves bike riding, canasta, mah-jongg, walking, and reading.

Janet has 11 years of experience working at the front desk in the veterinary field. She is married with two children. In her free time, she is an avid nature photographer, enjoys hiking, gardening, and trying to solve family mysteries and break down “brick walls” with genealogy.