Our Staff
  
Michele Eagan - Practice Manager
 
I have a houseful of both human and furry children, currently consisting of two daughters, one son, two dogs, two cats, and one rabbit.
 
I have worked at the Melrose Animal Clinic since 1989.  I have “come up through the ranks” so to speak and thoroughly enjoy my current position as Practice Manager. I am also a member of the VHMA (Veterinary Hospital Management Association).
 
Every day is different at the clinic, some are sad, some are happy, but each day always provides a personal sense of fulfillment. I truly have found my passion and feel every day is a learning experience and a chance to cultivate the human/animal bond.
  

Janet Peterson, CVT - Head Technician
 
I grew up in Melrose and graduated from Melrose High School in 1993. I joined the MAC team in 1996 and plan to be a “lifer”! I am married with two children and currently own “The STUDIO" a dance school here in Melrose. I truly love working with animals, especially in the areas of dental radiology and helping grieving families cope with the loss of their beloved pets.

   
Carlene Alboth, CVT - Veterinary Technician

I began volunteering in the veterinary field back in 1980 while earning my Associate's degree in Animal Science.  For the last 31 years, I have enjoyed a fulfilling career with a wide range of animals, the last 20 of which have been spent working part-time here at the Melrose Animal Clinic.  While juggling two careers, I continue to advance my training as a certified technician, recently becoming a member or the American Association of Veterinary Dental Technicians.  

At home, I am ruled by a 12 year old chocolate lab Bailey, a rescued Shepherd mix Gracie, a 18 year old tortie cat Diva, and numerous baby orphaned or injured wildlife critters that make their way through the doors of the Melrose Animal Clinic.  In my spare time I enjoy tinkering with electronics, plumbing and carpentry projects!
 
         
Jillian Miranda - Veterinary Technician
 
I have been at the Melrose Animal Clinic for seven of the nine years of my career in the veterinary field and feel like I have found my niche. I am currently in school to get my certification as a Certified Veterinary Technician.
 

All of my furry kids are adopted.  I have two kitties and one dog.  My dog, Vera, is a Min Pin who loves to go to work with me (you might have seen her sleeping on her bed up front on the copier) and, in her leisure time, she really enjoys camping.  My cats are Bink and Izzie; they love each other and their big cat tree. 

 

Michelle Langlois, CVT - Veterinary Technician



  
Coral Hope - Veterinary Technician

My experience as a technician started 20 years ago and I have worked in a variety of different hospitals with animals both large and small.  I worked at the Melrose Animal Clinic 12 years ago and have returned for hopefully a lengthy stay.  I am currently working on my Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and am nationally certified with the National Animal Control Association (NACA). 

I have my license in Early Childhood Education and own my own daycare (for children, not pets!).  As if that's not enough, I have 2 sons who are 23 and 21, one daughter who is 3, not to mention 3 boxers, Layla, Ali and Joe Frazier, 3 rabbits, 1 turtle, and a whole school of fish.

 

 

Zach Lineman - Veterinary Technician

I've been working at the Melrose Animal Clinic since late 2010, although I've been in the animal care field for the past four years.  I'm a recent Massachusetts transplant, having moved here from sunny Florida.  I graduated from an American and a Dutch school and have lived all over the United States and Europe.

I have two pugs called Abigail and Maggie and a Labrador Retriever called Epiphanie.  I play the violin and have practiced martial arts for several years.  In my spare time I enjoy traveling, biking, and kayaking.

 

Amber Jackson, CVT - Veterinary Technician

I joined the wonderful staff at the Melrose Animal Clinic in January 2011; it's a challenging but very rewarding job and I can't picture myself working anywhere else!  I attended Essex Agricultural and Technical High School, where I learned many aspects of animal science and veterinary technology.  When I was 17, I started working as a veterinary technician and have been in the field ever since!  I am currently taking online classes to acquire an Associates in science as well as taking part in Continuing Education pertaining to the constantly changing veterinary field.  I will finally sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam this summer to become a Certified Veterinary Technician.

I have two wonderful dogs: Daisy, a Golden Retriever, and Paige, a (spoiled) French Bulldog.  I have four cats as well - Rose, Kipper, Diego, and Jim.  I live with my large but close-knit family here in the area, where I was born and raised.  In addition to my love of animals, my other passion is in the automotive field - I love cars! 

    
Kellie Wallace – Veterinary Assistant

 I have been working here at the Melrose Animal Clinic since 2008 and am so fortunate to be part of this wonderful team.  I recently graduated from Suffolk Univiersity with a joint Master's Degree at Suffolk University in Criminal Justice Studies and Mental Health Counseling.  I always knew, though, that my true passion lied in working with animals. In 2005, I began my career with animals in pet sitting and shelter work, but I really thrive being in a place where I can help take care of and improve the lives of animals. 

 

I have two cats, a lovable long-haired kitty named Luca and a lazy orange tabby named Kirby. I also have Cooper, a crazy Australian Cattle Dog mix, and Odin, a black behemoth of a Newfoundland, who’s a giant fluffy cuddle bug. Recently I added two hairless rats, Shredder and Splinter, to my menagerie and they have fit in just fine!  All of my pets have been rescue animals and they truly are incredible. They know they have been saved and show an unparalleled unconditional love.     

 
    
Lorie Mooskian – Client Care Supervisor
 
I have been working the front desk at the Melrose Animal Clinic for almost three years.  I have met so many wonderful people and their wonderful pets!
 
My current animal companions are a black and white kitty named Mikey, who is almost 17 years old. Someone left him and his littermate on the doorstep of a pet store where I found them at about 4 weeks old. I also have Romeo, a party colored Shih Tzu who has been with me since he was almost 5 months old. He is such a cutie! My newest addition is Val, a tiny gray and white cat who makes up for her size with her personality.  She's a sassy little girl!
  

Amanda Braese – Client Care Representative
 
I have been working at the Melrose Animal Clinic since 2003.  In addition to being a client care representative, I became a Reiki Master in 2007 and received my license as a Registered Nurse in August 2009.  I am also a nurse at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital on the telemetry/med-surg unit.

I have two cats, Willow and Cassidy. Cassidy was rescued from a dirty pond in Amherst and she is very smart (she even knows how to roll over). When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling to far-off places from Somerville to Australia, dancing, hula hooping, going to music festivals, and stopping to smell the roses with friends and family.
 
 
Amy Bossi – Client Care Representative
 
I have been working at the Melrose Animal Clinic for four years and I love working here. I am a graduate of Salem State College with a degree in business administration. I recently moved into my first home and adopted a Pekingese/Shih Tzu mix named Bowser.  He's such a fun little guy!  I can't imagine life without pets in it.  I love working with animals because they give you so much love and affection and don’t ask for much in return.
 

 

 

Linda Paolini - Client Care Representative

I joined the Melrose Animal Clinic team summer of 2010 and am so excited to be here!  I live with my husband, son and daughter.  I have met so many terrific people and animals since I have been here.  It is a pleasure to come to work each and every day!

 

Jane Stringer - Client Care Representative

Although I am a fairly recent addition to the Melrose Animal Clinic team, I have been a client here since 1993, shortly after I moved to Melrose.  As a pet owner, I have experienced nothing less than compassionate care and attention given to my fuzzy family members.  Now that I am on 'the other side' of the desk, I have an opportunity to work with those to whom I entrusted my pet's care.  One of my favorite parts of the job is not only greeting patients and their owners at the clinic, but also seeing their friendly faces around town.

 

When I am not at work, I enjoy time with my two sons and our young cats, Mel and Rose (no, we didn't name them but it works!), who are very high-energy littermates.