Our Team

The friendly, professional staff at VCA Hawthorn 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, each equally important in helping us deliver the best patient and client experience for both you and your pet. If things get 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 check-in to check-out, our team of pet lovers works cohesively to create a warm and welcoming experience for both you and your pet.

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We invite you to explore the biographies of our doctors and staff and learn more about them. Our doctors and staff have a wide variety of backgrounds and interests.

Want to join our team? Visit our Careers section.

paw Team Spotlight
Mara Schnayer
Medical Director

Dr. Mara Schnayer was born in Chicago, Illinois and moved with her family to California when she was a child.  She attended California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo and graduated with a Bachelors degree in Animal Science. She then went on to obtain her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at Oregon State University.  Dr. Schnayer has been in private practice since her graduation in 2003 and she recently moved back to Illinois with her husband and son. She really enjoys being able to provide high quality medicine to her patients and has a particular interest in geriatric and preventati...

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Mary Ksioszk
Hospital Manager

Mary has been in the veterinary field for many years. Being farm raised, she has always had a passion for animals. She enjoys the many different aspects of her job and likes to help clients understand the needs of their pets and how to keep them healthy. Mary truly enjoys the bonds that she has created with the clients and her fellow staff members. She has two senior cats at home, “Barnaby” and “Scooter.” In her off time, she enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren.

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.

Client Services

We are committed to providing the best possible service and our Client Services team loves to exceed pet owner's expectations. Whether it's answering your calls, guiding you and your pet to the exam rooms or checking you in and out quickly, our Client Service representatives and Receptionists are dedicated to providing helpful client and patient support that raises the bar on customer service.
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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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