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Dr. Robert Foss
Dr Foss grew up in Des Moines, graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1979. After graduation he returned to Des Moines area and started practice at Ashworth Road Animal Hospital. Dr Foss has a special interest in ophthalmology. He resides in West Des Moines with his wife, Lisa, two chocolate labs, and three cats. His three children, Molly, Jon, and Debbie have all left the "nest". Extracurricular activities include running, soccer, and handyman projects.
Dr. Jessica Merk
Dr. Jessica Merk, originally from Wanaque, NJ, is a 2001 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She joined Ashworth Road Animal Hospital in September of 2004 after moving from northern NY. She has a special interest in feline medicine and is a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners. She resides in Des Moines with her husband, Jason, her son, Wyatt, her daughter, Emily, and her 3 nutty cats: Holly, Willow, and Hotdog. In her free time she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Dr. Brianne Martinie
Dr. Brianne Martinie, originally from St. Louis, is a 2001 graduate of University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. She joined Ashworth Road Animal Hospital in March of 2006 after moving from Charlotte, NC. Brianne, her husband, Sean and daughter, Zoë are privileged to share a home with Kharma, a Bernese Mountain Dog and three very spoiled cats: Magellan, Pico and Cassidy. In her free time she enjoys cooking and traveling.
Nikki Gordinier - Veterinary Technician
Nikki has been a technician with Ashworth Road Animal Hospital since 2003. She currently resides in West Des Moines with her daughter, Charlotte Rose and four cats, Max, Biggie, Lily and Callie..
Linda Wiedenman - Receptionist
Linda joined Ashworth Road Animal Hospital in 2004 as a receptionist. She lives in Des Moines with her dogs, cats, birds, ferret, Guinea pig, and 2 horses. She has loved training and showing her dogs for over 20 years. She is an active member of Iowa Golden Retriever Rescue.
Diana Freeman - Office Manager / Receptionist
Diana joined Ashworth Road Animal Hospital in 1994 as a receptionist/office manager. She grew up on a farm and animals have always been a part of her life. She lives with her husband Greg and their chocolate lab Ali, and their cat Vinny, they also have two adult sons Joe and Jim. In her free time she enjoys fishing, boating, traveling and watching the Iowa Hawkeyes. GO HAWKS!!
Jill Mraz - Technician
Jill graduated from Iowa State University in 2006. She has been a technician at Ashworth Road Animal Hospital since August of 2006. She lives in Ankeny with her husband, Gary
 
   
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