Meet our Amazing Team!!!

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Leslie began working in the veterinary field in 2001. She is a Certified/Licensed Veterinary Technician in New Hampshire and Maine and a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager as well as certified in Advanced Life Support by the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. She graduated from the University of Southern New Hampshire with her degree in Business Management. Leslie enjoys the blend of working in practice management and being hands on with patient care. She has a passion for feline wellness and behavior and loves working with people and their pets to strengthen the human animal bond. Her love of learning and her great compassion for our patients and their pet parents makes her an exceptional addition to the Winichahanat team!

 Marissa joined the Winichahanat Veterinary Care team in August 2024. Her career started with supervising dog play groups at a local dog kennel. Upon graduating with a bachelor's in Business, Marissa's enthusiasm for animal health and client education led her to career in the veterinary field.  

As a dedicated client concierge, she has a deep love for animals with excellent communication and organizational skills to ensure every client has a smooth and welcoming experience. With a background in customer service and a passion for animal care, Marissa is always ready to assist with scheduling appointments, answering questions, and supporting both pet parents and the veterinary team. Whether you're calling in for advice or checking in for a visit, she is here to make every step of the process as stress-free and comforting as possible!


In her free time Marissa enjoys horseback riding, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her five dogs.  

Samantha is a CVT/LVT that has been in the field for a little over six years and has recently joined the Winichahanat team. She originally grew up in the Seacoast but recently moved back from working in Virginia. She graduated from Great Bay Community College in 2022. She’s had a growing passion for animals since she could remember and is dedicated to provide the absolute best care to her patients. She has a soft spot for felines and her tripod kitty named Skippy encourages her to do better every day.  

 Joining our team in 2019, Tristan brings over twelve years of clinical experience and a gentle touch that helps pets and their families feel safe and supported. From assisting in surgeries to comforting nervous patients, Tristan treats every pet as if they were her own. Her passion for animal welfare and her warm nature make her an essential part of our team—and a favorite amongst pets and their people!   

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Brooke has been a dedicated member of the Winichahanat team since 2021, bringing compassion and skill to her role as a veterinary technician. She graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Veterinary Technology and is currently continuing her education in Animal Science at UNH.
Brooke is passionate about providing the highest quality care to every patient and supporting both pets and their owners through every step of the care process. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time at the lake on her boat or relaxing with her beloved cat and dog, Stormy and Bliss. 

Jillian joined the Winichahanat Veterinary Care family in 2024 as a new entry into Veterinary Medicine.  She is a student at Great Bay Community College in the Veterinary Technology program working towards certification as a Veterinary Technician.  Jillian is a hardworking, compassionate, caring, and deeply committed team member who always has your Fur baby's best interest in mind.  Her skills and attention to detail make her an amazing fit at Winichahanat!

 Stephanie joined the Winichahanat family in 2024 after moving to New Hampshire from California. She and her husband are stationed here as her husband’s boat undergoes maintenance at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery. Stephanie comes with three years experience working in the veterinary field as a technician after previously graduating from the University of Alabama with her bachelors in Biology and Marine Science. In her future, she hopes to take her knowledge from the veterinary field to apply in working with marine mammals specifically focusing on rehabilitation. At home her two kitties, Saba and Succi keep her company. She is grateful to be a part of the Winichahanat Veterinary team and get to meet all the furry companions who have the pleasure of coming here.  

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 Kelsi is an integral part of our team at Winichahanat Veterinary Care. She always makes sure that her coworkers have everything they could need to ensure your visit here is comfortable and your fur baby is well loved. Kelsi has a dog who she loves dearly and she brings over a decade of experience of working with animals. She not only assists the vets and nurses, but supports and cares for your pets through every step of their health journey. Kelsi’s passion and love for wagging tails and gentle purrs make her a perfect fit for our team.  

 Amber first joined the Winichahanat team in March of 2024. She has always had a passion for animals and grew up with a wide variety of different pets. Amber started her career in pet retail where she worked her way into management and customer service but really desired to do more for animals and their health so she left that all behind and got into veterinary medicine! Amber enjoys supporting the Winichahanat team whenever a helping hand is needed, and she strives to make sure each pet and pet parent feels comfortable during their visits to Winichahanat.