Michelle is a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) with nearly a decade in the veterinary field. The vast majority of her experience was spent in specialty care honing her skills across multiple disciplines, particularly surgery, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation. Michelle has worked closely with Dr. Lombardi since 2018. She has an extensive knowledge base of soft tissue, orthopedic, and emergency procedures and is proficient in maintaining sterile technique, patient surgical care, managing anesthesia, and providing post operative instructions. With her background in rehabilitation modalities and alternative medicine, Michelle has a strong passion for post operative care and pain management, as well as providing comfort to pet owners during some of their most challenging moments. If being a Licensed Veterinary technician was not enough, Michelle is also a certified EMT. Her cross-training in both fields has given her a unique skill set enhancing her ability to work in high-pressure environments, with a broader knowledge base and adaptability across emergency situations. When not at work, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family and beloved French Bulldog, Georgia Peach.