Meet The Team
Desiree Garthe, DVM, CVA
Veterinarian
Dr. Garthe has worked in the veterinary field for over 35 years. She started her journey in the industry following her high school graduation. She began working as a receptionist in a very busy veterinary hospital in the city of Chicago. She continued her employment in the veterinary world as a technician while putting herself through college. Once receiving her undergraduate degree in Chemistry she decided to further pursue a career in veterinary medicine. She attended the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and graduated with honors with a Doctorate Degree in Veterinary Medicine in May of 2001.
Dr. Garthe is a general veterinary practitioner whose professional interests are in dentistry, acupuncture, and rehabilitation. She is a certified veterinary acupuncturist and is currently working on a certification in canine rehabilitation.
She loves to spend her free time with her family which includes her husband, James; her 2 sons, Aidan and Owen; her Boston Terrier, Zeke; and her 2 cats Rocky and Ruby.
Angela Casey, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Angela Casey was raised in St. Louis County, Missouri. Her dad is an animal lover, so it’s no surprise she had a lot of dogs and cats growing up. Dr. Casey graduated from The University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine, in 1992. She has been a veterinarian with more than 30 years of experience and a deep knowledge of pet nutrition and integrative medicine. It will be a pleasure to help keep your beloved pet healthy! My goal is to provide a complete, integrated approach to wellness, nutrition, and pain management, tailored to each animal's needs. Dr. Casey has published an article in the IVC Journal, Winter 2016, titled The Integrative Management of Degenerative Myelopathy. Interested in meeting Dr. Casey, please call Paradise Point Animal Hospital today and make your appointment for your pet today!
Shawn
Educational Consultant
Shawn grew up in Wisconsin and Arizona. She has always had a love for animals which extended into adulthood where it influenced her to go into the veterinary field. Shawn considers her biggest accomplishment to be raising 3 sons along with her husband and earning her Master's degree. Shawn immensely enjoys the education and professional development side of veterinary medicine and has found great joy in being able to support veterinary assistants and staff in continuing to grow in the field.
What does Shawn love about working at PPAH? Shawn said that it is impossible to narrow it down to one thing- the staff, the level of care and compassion present at Paradise Point Animal Hospital, and the teamwork approach all make it an amazing place to be.
Jim Garthe
Bio coming soon!
Leslie
Veterinary Technician
As our Lead Veterinary Technician and team leader, Leslie is the “mom” of the group and the person everyone turns to with questions or concerns. Calm, patient, and always willing to help, she brings a steady presence to the team and somehow always seems to know what to do next.
What does Leslie love about working at PPAH? She said it is hands down the family environment.
Janelle
Veterinary Technician
Janelle is known for her meticulous attention to detail and the thoughtful care she gives every patient. She also takes the time to educate clients, helping them better understand their pet’s care and feel confident about the decisions they make.
Courtney
Veterinary Technician
Courtney is our resident cat whisperer. She has an incredible ability to make even the most nervous or hesitant cats feel safe and secure, allowing our team to provide a level of care that might not otherwise be possible. We’re pretty sure it’s part skill, part patience, and part magic.
Val
Veterinary Technician
Val is one of our most versatile technicians and excels in just about every role we ask her to take on. She’s also our resident equipment maintenance guru—when something stops working, Val is the person we call. If she doesn’t already know how to fix it, you can count on her to figure it out!
Kasey
Veterinary Technician
Kasey has a wonderful sense of humor and is constantly finding ways to make us laugh—something that is especially appreciated during the stressful moments of a busy day. Just as importantly, the empathy and compassion she shows every patient is extraordinary, and it’s clear how deeply she cares about the animals entrusted to us.
Isaura
Veterinary Technician
Isaura is the newest and youngest member of our team, and it has been such a pleasure watching her grow into her role. She is like a blossoming flower—eager to learn, full of potential, and clearly meant for this field. We cannot wait to watch her continue to grow and see just how beautifully she blooms in veterinary medicine.