Our Team

The friendly, professional staff at VCA Apache Junction Animal Hospital is made up of dedicated individuals who have made it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. To be true to this mission the hospital team relies on several individuals, and each team member is equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for you and your pet.

And if things get very complicated, we are fortunate to have access to the nation's largest network of VCA veterinarians and board-certified specialists. In a word: TEAMWORK!

Teamwork is a constant in our daily practice. From the very first person you speak to, to the person who checks you and your pet out, our team of pet lovers works cohesively to create a warm and welcoming experience for you and your pet.

Want to join our team? Visit our Careers section.

Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

paw Team Spotlight
Laura Mackley
DVM Medical Director
Dr. Mackley graduated veterinary school at the University of Tennessee. She then went on to complete an internship in small animal emergency medicine, internal medicine and surgery in Mesa Arizona. After practicing small animal emergency for a few years in Washington, she began practicing general medicine. Her areas of interest include emergency medicine, soft tissue surgery, fear free gentle handling techniques, and pain management.

Dr. Mackley is married and has a daughter and two stepsons. Outside of work her interests include camping, motorcycle riding, cooking and travel.
Lynne Danielson
Hospital Manager
Lynne is a Chicago transplant that comes to us with an extensive leadership background in various industries. After years of experience in other fields, she decided to return to her passion of helping owners help their pets. Lynne states, “The key to success is being open and willing to hear the good, the bad and the indifferent in order to initiate change and growth. We want every experience with us to leave you with at least one good feeling whether it be medically or in your interactions with the staff. I am available to listen, because only with feedback, can we better serve our clients.”

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Veterinarians

Our veterinarians are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Explore our veterinarians' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital an excellent choice for your pet's care.

Veterinarian Support

Our technicians and support team members are all gentle animal lovers who treat your pets with the compassion and respect they deserve. Explore our support team members' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital such a good choice for your pet's care.

Administration

The hospital administration team consists of management personnel who oversee all staff members, hospital activities and the facilities. Together, they keep the hospital running smoothly, ensuring quality patient care and excellent client service. From the moment you check in, our administrative staff is here to deliver the best possible experience to you and your pet before, during and after your visit.
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Our teams are united in our common purpose of taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
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