Dr. Rich Weaver
Education: University of Georgia
Graduated: 1986
Interests: Avian Medicine
Dr. Rich Weaver graduated from University of Georgia, School of Veterinary Medicine in 1986. Dr. Weaver has a special interest in avian medicine and worked with Dr. T.J. LaFaber, the grandfather of Avian Medicine, since he was 14 years old.
Dr. Weaver and his wife Susan enjoy spending time with their children, Emily and Eliot. They encourage their children’s activities of horseback riding and paintball. The Weaver family spends time with their dogs Norman and Irving, and have recently started to collect wine. When not working, Dr. Weaver enjoys Autocross through the S.C.C.A. with his family. He is also a mentor with PCA (Porsche Club of America) and Street Survival National Program for New Drivers.
Dr. Jeffrey Bitter
Education: University of Wisconsin
Graduated: 1989
Dr. Bitter is a 1989 graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in Madison and has been practicing at Bluemound Animal Hospital ever since. He enjoys all aspects of small animal medicine and soft tissue surgery.
Dr. Bitter lives on a small farm with a menagerie of critters including horses, chickens, cats, sheep, cattle, and Horus, a lab/hound rescue from Kentucky. Dr. Bitter is a master gardener and can be found tending large flower and vegetable gardens in the summer. He is an avid horseback rider as well as runner and cross country skier.
Dr. John Wertz
Education: University of Wisconsin
Graduated: 2001
Interests: Exotic and Avian Medicine
Dr. Wertz graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in Madison in 2001, and has worked here at Bluemound Animal Hospital since he graduated.
Dr. Wertz lives with his wife Katie and children Kaylee and James. They have a Russian Tortoise named Ivanna, a Chinchilla named Chico, and a Bearded Dragon named Draco. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his family outdoors, birdwatching, and watching football.
Gina Balistreri
Veterinary Assistant
Joined our clinic in 2013
The thing I love most about this job is that every day is different and exciting!
I have a Siamese named Dodger, a domestic shorthair named Frank, and a Border Collie mix named George.
Outside of work I enjoy cooking, spending time with my friends and family, and caring for animals.
Linda Martin
Veterinary Assistant
Joined our clinic in 2014
The thing I love most about this job is being a part of a support system that cares for the well being of so many different types of animals.
I have a Boxer named Phoenix, a Yorkie named Romeo, and three cats, Rajai, Ryu, and Gizmo.
Outside of work I enjoy swimming, hiking, taking walks with my dogs, and spending quality time with my husband and our four children.
Amanda Gumm
Technician
Joined our clinic in 2020
The thing I love most about the job is getting experience with all different types of animals. I also love the staff we have, I enjoy working with everyone!
I have a Boston Terrier/ Beagle mix named Fiona and a Doberman Pinscher named Zelda.
Outside of work I enjoy going to the golf course with my fiancé, going to the gym, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.
Lauren Pavlic
Receptionist
Joined our clinic in 2012
The thing I love most about this job is seeing all the different types of animals that come in.
I have an orange tabby cat named Noah, two Ball Pythons named Noods and Edwin, a Crested Gecko named Casputice, and Bruce ‘The Boss’ Springsteen, a Rhodesian Ridgeback
Outside of work I enjoy being outside, traveling, and visiting with friends and family. I also have a great love for sharks and the ocean.
Alex Hunt
Receptionist
Joined our clinic in 2020
The thing I love most about this job is being able to enhance my learning for my career path, and working with people who strive to help animals while helping me along the way.
In September 2021 I will be attending Carroll University to major in Biology with a Pre-Veterinary Medicine emphasis and a Spanish minor.
At home I have a Chihuahua mix named Sienna, and a Scottish Fold named May.
Outside of work I am very involved with horseback riding and soccer. I have been around horses since before I could walk. I love being outside and being with animals, and I enjoy hanging out with friends and family as well!
Brooke Edlund
Receptionist
What I enjoy most about working at a vet clinic is of course the animals, but being able to learn about their care in the medical setting and continue to grow my knowledge.
My favorite animals to work with are the exotics like parrots and reptiles. I have a Catalina macaw named Eli, a yellow-naped Amazon named Marty, a leopard gecko named Skyrim, a bearded dragon named Stitch, and a border collie mix named Bella.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my pets, cooking, and being outside.
Reave Myszewski
Veterinary Assistant
The thing I love most about this job is being surrounded by people who all share the same love for animals and their well being everyday!
All my life I have known I wanted to work with animals. I have worked with all different types of animals from wildlife to domestic pets. I graduated from Carroll University in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Behavior with a Pre-Veterinary emphasis and a Biochemistry minor.
At home, I have a Corgi mix named Briar, a Domestic Longhair named Baxter, and two Lionhead rabbits named Odie and Klein.
Outside of work I enjoy fostering kittens with my family, taking walks in the woods with my dog, watching movies, and being an advocate for animal rescue.
Michael Condly
Veterinary Assistant
The thing I love most about this job is being able to learn about and participate in the care for a wide variety of animals.
I graduated in 2021 from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign with a bachelor’s degree in animal science. In September 2023, I will be attending the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine.
At home, I have two ragdoll cats, Eve and Elsa.
In my spare time, I like building models and puzzles. I am very passionate about marine life, especially elasmobranchs and cephalopods, and I hope to have a career with them in the future.
Madeline Clark
Veterinary Assistant
The thing I love most about this job is gaining knowledge for my future career and being in a supportive environment with people who have the same passion for caring for animals as I do!
I will be graduating from Marquette University in May 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Science and a minor in Public Health and Equity. In September 2023, I will be attending the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine.
At home, I have a terrier mix named Luna!
Outside of work, I enjoy playing tennis, traveling, and volunteering with both animals and people.
Elizabeth Krebsbach
Technician
I enjoy working at Bluemound because no day on the job is the same! Every patient that we see is different and I enjoy the new challenges that they bring. There is never a dull moment when your day is filled with animals! I love the opportunity to continue my education here as well as make new friends with all of your pets!
I am a 2020 graduate of Milwaukee Career College with a degree in veterinary assisting and currently am working towards my state certification to become a licensed veterinary technician. Just like teaching an old dog new tricks, I will always continue to grow my knowledge in the veterinary field.
I am married with a 3 year old daughter, as well as pet mom to 3 cats (Mittens, Boo Boo, and Rick) and 3 dogs (Jude, Andy and Sunny). I volunteer in my free time with a local dog rescue (Rescue Gang) doing brief exams and fostering. I enjoy giving back to these dogs the love and compassion they deserve, helping to find their fur-ever homes is very rewarding.
Besides volunteering, outside of work you’ll see me spending time with my family, walking my dogs, catching comedy shows and traveling.
Trudy McGee
Clinic Mascot
Joined our clinic 2014
Hi! I’m Trudy, the mascot here at Bluemound Animal Hospital!
I was found in a basement with my kittens, and once my babies all found homes the wonderful staff here took me in.
I like to hang out with everyone, even the patients! (Even though sometimes I like to tease them.) My favorite little friends are ferrets and rats, they’re so fun to watch! I enjoy attention from humans too, but only when I am in the mood for it. But when I am in the mood to play, watch out; I’ll run up and down the hall no matter who’s in the way!