Christensen Animal Hospital and Kennels

Christensen Animal Hospital & Minimally Invasive Laser Surgery Center is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Wilmette, IL. The professional and courteous staff at Christensen Animal Hospital seeks to provide the best possible medical, surgical and dental care for our highly-valued patients.

We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Christensen Animal Hospital strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas.

Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how Christensen Animal Hospital can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
  • Mon-Fri: 8:00AM - 5:30PM
  • Sat: 8:00AM - 2:00PM
  • Sun : Closed
  • After Hours: 847-564-5775
  • Jeffrey R Moll, DVM, Fellow VSLS

    Jeffrey R Moll, DVM, Fellow VSLS

    Dr. Moll is a lifelong resident of the North Shore. He grew up in Skokie and attended Niles East High School. His completed his undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Moll has done graduate work in Reproductive Physiology & Neuroendrocrinology. He received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with honors from the University of Illinois in 1987. He has continued to expand his knowledge base through advanced training, continuing education and experience in laser surgery, minimally invasive surgery, diagnostic ultrasonography, orthopedic surgery, and endoscopy. He is the past President of the Veterinary Society of Laser Surgeons and remains an active member.  Through his desire to expand his knowledge of laser surgery, in particular, he has written two published book chapters on the clinical use of lasers in veterinary surgery and has also taught this topic on multiple occasions including at the two largest national veterinary conferences. At home Dr. Moll enjoys spending time with his wife, Jodi, daughter, Rebecca, three dogs: Doogie, Oliver, and Beau, and their cat, Lucky.

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    Education:
    University of Illinois, Graduate with Honors
    Specialities:
    Laser Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ultrasound, Endoscopy
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  • Kathryn Dolan, DVM

    Kathryn Dolan, DVM

    Dr. Dolan is originally from New Jersey.  She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Notre Dame.  Dr. Dolan'€™s undergraduate research studied the prevalence of antibiotic resistance at the Potowatami Zoo in Indiana.  She then attended the University of Pennsylvania for veterinary school.  Dr. Dolan participated in many service projects throughout veterinary school including a Remote Access Veterinary Service trip to Maine and volunteered at the local animal shelter monthly to help spay and neuter feral cats.  She also participated in a long term research project studying heritable diseases in Soft Coated Wheaton Terriers.  Her professional interests include endocrinology, dermatology, and surgery.  Outside of the clinic, Dr. Dolan enjoys spending time with her husband, Brian and dog, Gertie.

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  • Marilyn Cuevas, Practice Manager

    Marilyn Cuevas, Practice Manager

    Marilyn grew up in the small town of Cary, IL.  She graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with a Bachelor’s degree in History.  She had originally wanted to pursue a career as a human physician but her passion for animals led her to a career in veterinary medicine instead.  While she was attending school she spent four years working as a Veterinary Technician.  She completed Practice Management School through VMC in Denver, CO September of 2011.  Shortly after she joined our team at Christensen to pursue more adventures in the field of veterinary medicine!  Marilyn spends many hours here at Christensen helping to make our clinic the best!  Her helpful manner and hard working personality makes her a perfect fit as our practice manager.  When she isn’t with us at the clinic she loves to spend time painting, crafting, and gardening.  She also enjoys relaxing at home with her two Chihuahuas, Bruce Lee Wonton, and Barbie, and her three cats, Marmalade, Machu Pichu, and Ella Bella. 

  • Morgan Jackson, CVT

    Morgan Jackson, CVT

    Morgan, our head Veterinary Technician, grew up in Detroit Michigan and attended Michigan State University.  While she was in school, Morgan spent her first summer participating in an externship at Potter Park Zoo.  During this externship she had the opportunity to help raise baby Emus!  Her second externship was right here in Illinois at the Willowbrook Wildlife Center.  She graduated with degrees in Zoology and Veterinary Technology. She relocated to Chicago when she started at Christensen Animal Hospital and has been with us since 1998.  The incredible medicine and service provided to each and every patient is what brought Morgan to Christensen.   In what spare time she has, Morgan, spends time with her husband, David, her beautiful three-year old daughter, Olivia, and her lovable cat, Gracie!

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  • Sheri Bodily, CVT

    Sheri Bodily, CVT

    Sheri moved to our area from Otter Lake, MI and attended Michigan State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. She spent about ten weeks at a koala hospital in Australia where she helped in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of koalas and would love return someday! She became a Veterinary Technician here at Christensen in 2009 to help provide proper care for and over see the well-being of our four-legged friends.  She loves spending time with her husband, Layne, watching movies, reading, video gaming, and doing anything animal related. She has a yellow Lab, Luke, and a Boston Terrier/French Bulldog mix, Gizmo Gremlin.

  • Ashley Ward, CVT

    Ashley Ward, CVT

    Ashley grew up in Plainfield, IL and later relocated to Chicago after she graduated from the Veterinary Technology Institute of Fox College where she received her Veterinary Technician Certification.  While Ashley was in school she volunteered her time at Paws and the Plainfield Humane Society.  Her love of animals and providing them with the best care possible is what brought her to join us at Christensen!  When she isn’t working she spends her time going to Cubs games with her friends.  Ashley also loves walking her two Dobermans, Olivia and Drake!

  • Carolyn Chrzastowski, Veterinary Assistant

    Carolyn Chrzastowski, Veterinary Assistant

    Carolyn grew up in the Northwest suburb of Des Plaines, IL.  She went to Monmouth College where she graduated with a degree in Biology.  After finishing her degree she participated in an internship in the marine mammal department at the Shedd Aquarium.  She had the opportunity to participate in training sessions alongside the animal keepers with the beluga whales, sea lions, and dolphins at the aquarium.  Carolyn pursued her excitement for working with animals and joined us at Christensen in August 2011.  She hopes to someday work as a trainer in a zoo or aquarium and join a graduate program in the field of animal science of conservation.  During her free time Carolyn enjoys spending time with her Border Collie/Australian Cattle dog mix, Fergie, and her Dutch rabbit, Lupin.

  • Olivia Lawson, Animal Care Coordinator

    Olivia Lawson, Animal Care Coordinator

    Olivia is originally from the west coast of San Diego, CA.  She moved to this area to spend more time with her family and attend school.  Once here, she attended Platt College where she majored in Graphic Design.  Growing up, Olivia has always wanted to follow in her mother’s footsteps and become a famous artist.  She loves spending her time listening to 80’s music while writing or painting while cuddling up with her cat, Lennon.

  • John Zwolfer, Animal Caretaker

    John Zwolfer, Animal Caretaker

    As one of our caretakers here at Christensen, John truly puts his heart and soul into caring for our patients and loves every minute of it!  John is one of the dedicated staff members who spends nights, and weekends here with our boarders making sure they are all well-fed, clean, and happily resting while they spend their time here.  A native of Chicago and graduate of Foreman High School, John has been with us at Christensen for two and a half years.  On his free time when he isn’t taking care of our patients he enjoys playing and watching any sport and spending time with his eleven year-old daughter Gaby.

  • Vicky Hayes-Sanchez, Animal Caretaker

    Vicky Hayes-Sanchez, Animal Caretaker

    Vicky is a local resident of the North Chicago area.  She attended Penn Foster to get a diploma as a Veterinary Technician Assistant. Her desire to become a veterinary technician or assistant has brought her to us here at Christensen.  Vicky’s veterinary assistant training and background makes her a wonderful caretaker!  She works very hard to make sure all our patients here get the time and attention they deserve during their stay.  Vicky enjoys spending time with her family which includes her husband, Johnny, and her three kids, Olivia, Crystal and Javier.  Her family expands out to her three Pit bull Terriers Eva, Goona, and Lulu. 

  • Doug McKimmy, Animal Caretaker

    Doug McKimmy, Animal Caretaker

    Our newest caretaker, Doug, comes to us with a positive attitude and desire to succeed in the field of veterinary medicine.  He has worked at a variety of jobs from working at a daycare center to doing construction at Eastman Chemical Company.  Doug travels to us from Lake Bluff, IL.   He loves spending his time with our patients who stay here and taking them for walks.  Doug has already proven to be a great member of the team here at Christensen and we look forward to teaching him more and watching him grow!