I hope that everyone had a merry Christmas and that the new year has begun on a happy and positive note.

I'd like to take a few moments (and more in the future) to introduce you to some of our staff members whom you may already know and be familiar with, but perhaps don't realize how truly important and unique they are.

I would be remiss if I didn't introduce you formally to my wife, Janet Billeter. She has been there since before the inception of Hanover Animal Hospital, and in fact was there when I was in veterinary school and had to deal with all of the trials and tribulations of life with a medical student. Janets primary responsibility is the economic well being of HAH. Despite my lack of financial acumen, Janet has kept things moving smoothly forward and has managed such tasks as payroll, taxes, payroll taxes, equipment financing, general bill paying and management of accounts payable. In addition, anything else that needs to be done to keep the office running smoothly and looking good falls within Janets job description. In fact, it was Janets training as an interior designer that was especially helpful in the design phases of HAH when we moved from our prior location in 2001. It is an understatement to say that without her guidance, assistance and tireless service(sometimes up until 2 or 3 am!) that we would not be where we are today.

When not working behind the scenes at HAH, Janet stays very busy with Gardening, keeping our four kids in line, volunteering time at the cooperative extension master gardening office, and serving as treasurer of our home owners association. She completed a course in master gardening in 2005 which has been an asset to the office and home in many ways.

Please be sure to say hello when you see her at work and acknowledge her contributions to our office. I could not have done it without her!

posted by Dr. Billeter @ 1:31 PM |