MEET OUR FURRTASTIC STAFF!
Kerri Slomcenski, DVM
Dr. Kerri Slomcenski's fascination and love of all animals began early. Growing up in a household filled with dogs, fish, gerbils, hamsters and even a pet rat, prepared her for a future career in veterinary medicine. During her high school years, when not being distracted by animals, Dr. Kerri became an accomplished swimmer and competed in the Junior Olympics. After becoming a certified veterinary technician in 1999, Dr. Kerri worked as an ICU technician at Blue Pearl Veterinary Hospital in Tampa. Later she applied to and was accepted by the University of Florida's vet school program. After graduating in 2006, Dr. Kerri honed her skills at a multi-doctor veterinary practice. Then in 2011, she launched Hays Towne Veterinary Hospital where she continues to practice cutting-edge veterinary medicine. Dr. Kerri is also a proud "dog mom" herself and works with a number of pet rescue groups across Central Florida.
Dr. Kerri Slomcenski's fascination and love of all animals began early. Growing up in a household filled with dogs, fish, gerbils, hamsters and even a pet rat, prepared her for a future career in veterinary medicine. During her high school years, when not being distracted by animals, Dr. Kerri became an accomplished swimmer and competed in the Junior Olympics. After becoming a certified veterinary technician in 1999, Dr. Kerri worked as an ICU technician at Blue Pearl Veterinary Hospital in Tampa. Later she applied to and was accepted by the University of Florida's vet school program. After graduating in 2006, Dr. Kerri honed her skills at a multi-doctor veterinary practice. Then in 2011, she launched Hays Towne Veterinary Hospital where she continues to practice cutting-edge veterinary medicine. Dr. Kerri is also a proud "dog mom" herself and works with a number of pet rescue groups across Central Florida.
Leanne, Practice Manager
Having numerous years in the veterinary industry, Leanne came to work at Hays Towne Veterinary Hospital in March 2016. Having been a client before an employee, you could say she liked the family atmosphere so much that she stayed. She has rescued numerous dogs, including her 2 chi-weenies and 2 English bulldogs, plus many more that she has helped re-home. In her off-time Leanne can be found on the softball fields, teaching and coaching girls how to play a game that she is very passionate about.
Having numerous years in the veterinary industry, Leanne came to work at Hays Towne Veterinary Hospital in March 2016. Having been a client before an employee, you could say she liked the family atmosphere so much that she stayed. She has rescued numerous dogs, including her 2 chi-weenies and 2 English bulldogs, plus many more that she has helped re-home. In her off-time Leanne can be found on the softball fields, teaching and coaching girls how to play a game that she is very passionate about.
Kenleh, Lead Client Service Coordinator
Kenleh has been with Hays Towne Veterinary Hospital since November 2015. Starting as a volunteer, she then became a Receptionist/Client Service Coordinator. Kenleh is also the "go-to" person for the nutritional needs for the patients as well as the hospital and employee animals. Kenleh is currently attending St. Leo University as a Criminal Justice major. She is also a very passionate softball player and coach and can be found on the fields in her spare time. Kenleh is also a "mommy" to one English bulldog named Mabel Jane and a Chi-weenie named Zella.
Kenleh has been with Hays Towne Veterinary Hospital since November 2015. Starting as a volunteer, she then became a Receptionist/Client Service Coordinator. Kenleh is also the "go-to" person for the nutritional needs for the patients as well as the hospital and employee animals. Kenleh is currently attending St. Leo University as a Criminal Justice major. She is also a very passionate softball player and coach and can be found on the fields in her spare time. Kenleh is also a "mommy" to one English bulldog named Mabel Jane and a Chi-weenie named Zella.
Karen, Surgical Veterinary Technician
Karen is a transplant from New Jersey. She moved here with her family, 3 dogs, 5 cats, and 3 snakes. Karen graduated from Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA and graduated with a bachelor's in veterinary medical technology and a minor in business. Karen has been a veterinary technician for over 20 years now. In her spare time, you can find Karen on the soccer fields or at the beach!
Karen is a transplant from New Jersey. She moved here with her family, 3 dogs, 5 cats, and 3 snakes. Karen graduated from Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA and graduated with a bachelor's in veterinary medical technology and a minor in business. Karen has been a veterinary technician for over 20 years now. In her spare time, you can find Karen on the soccer fields or at the beach!
Karen, Veterinary Assistant
Karen Every lived most of her life in Long Island NY. With her lifelong passion for animals, she graduated from Harcum Junior College Bryn Mawr Pa. class of 1982 (now Harcum College) with an associate degree. Her studies were focused on small animal and laboratory animal science and was taught research practices as well as veterinary technician training.
During her college years she worked at an animal emergency hospital and learned very quickly to handle high stress situations as well as how to think outside the box when providing care for an animal.
After graduation she worked at North Shore Animal League (a privately run shelter). She worked in the surgery unit in the morning and the vaccination clinic in the afternoons. She enjoys educating the public on the importance of spaying and neutering their pets, as well as the benefits of vaccinations. After the shelter she joined a 24-7-hour practice. This gave her the opportunity to grow as a nurse and office manager of a veterinary clinic.
Once she began raising a family, she shifted gears and went to work at LabCorp as a specimen processor and then worked in the send out department (processing and handling of specialty testing). After many years of living in Tampa, in 2003, her husband, children, and her moved to Spring Hill to fulfill their dream of owning property large enough to have a horse for their kids.
Volunteering has always been a part of her life, first while her kids were in school and then later working with seniors in assisted living facilities. She would often bring her dogs Sailor, Rosie, and Jasper, all rescues, to visit the seniors. As many of them had to give up their pets to move to the facility, this was an amazing way to bring joy to their lives. She then became involved with PCAS (Pasco County Animal Shelter) volunteering in the cat adoption center and helping in the veterinary department when the need arose. You know what happens next.... She ended up adopting 3 dogs and 3 cats from the shelter. These fur babies are senior animals who lost their humans or were found on the streets of Pasco County.
With so many special needs animals, she realized she needed to find a local vet who would help her manage their health issues and give them a good quality of life. That is when she found Hays Towne. Now she is not only a client, but a volunteer here as well. Even though she has a "herd of turtles" at home, it is nice for her to be given the opportunity to dedicate some of her time to care for others beloved pets. She enjoys meeting client's and their pets, hearing how they came to find each other and working alongside the technicians and veterinarians to provide excellent, compassionate and loving care.
Karen Every lived most of her life in Long Island NY. With her lifelong passion for animals, she graduated from Harcum Junior College Bryn Mawr Pa. class of 1982 (now Harcum College) with an associate degree. Her studies were focused on small animal and laboratory animal science and was taught research practices as well as veterinary technician training.
During her college years she worked at an animal emergency hospital and learned very quickly to handle high stress situations as well as how to think outside the box when providing care for an animal.
After graduation she worked at North Shore Animal League (a privately run shelter). She worked in the surgery unit in the morning and the vaccination clinic in the afternoons. She enjoys educating the public on the importance of spaying and neutering their pets, as well as the benefits of vaccinations. After the shelter she joined a 24-7-hour practice. This gave her the opportunity to grow as a nurse and office manager of a veterinary clinic.
Once she began raising a family, she shifted gears and went to work at LabCorp as a specimen processor and then worked in the send out department (processing and handling of specialty testing). After many years of living in Tampa, in 2003, her husband, children, and her moved to Spring Hill to fulfill their dream of owning property large enough to have a horse for their kids.
Volunteering has always been a part of her life, first while her kids were in school and then later working with seniors in assisted living facilities. She would often bring her dogs Sailor, Rosie, and Jasper, all rescues, to visit the seniors. As many of them had to give up their pets to move to the facility, this was an amazing way to bring joy to their lives. She then became involved with PCAS (Pasco County Animal Shelter) volunteering in the cat adoption center and helping in the veterinary department when the need arose. You know what happens next.... She ended up adopting 3 dogs and 3 cats from the shelter. These fur babies are senior animals who lost their humans or were found on the streets of Pasco County.
With so many special needs animals, she realized she needed to find a local vet who would help her manage their health issues and give them a good quality of life. That is when she found Hays Towne. Now she is not only a client, but a volunteer here as well. Even though she has a "herd of turtles" at home, it is nice for her to be given the opportunity to dedicate some of her time to care for others beloved pets. She enjoys meeting client's and their pets, hearing how they came to find each other and working alongside the technicians and veterinarians to provide excellent, compassionate and loving care.
Autumn, Certified Veterinary Assistant/Client Service Coordinator
Her love for animals started at a young age which led her to join the veterinary program at Hudson, where she achieved her Certified Veterinary Assistant license. She has been with Hays Towne since July of 2022. In her free time, she can be found on the softball field or at home with her 8 cats and 5 dogs.
Her love for animals started at a young age which led her to join the veterinary program at Hudson, where she achieved her Certified Veterinary Assistant license. She has been with Hays Towne since July of 2022. In her free time, she can be found on the softball field or at home with her 8 cats and 5 dogs.
