Amy
Assistant Manager
Amy is the Office Manager at Westside Veterinary Hospital and a valued member of our team. She was born and raised in Marrero, Louisiana, where she currently resides with her husband and three young sons. Amy has been working in the veterinary field since 2010, bringing her passion for animal care and client service to every part of her role.
Although she’s no longer the newest face at WVH, Amy remains one of the most familiar and welcoming. Known for her patience, kindness, and ever-present smile, she helps keep the office running smoothly while making clients feel at home, whether they’re calling in or walking through the door.
Outside of work, Amy enjoys spending her free time at the ballparks cheering on her sons during their baseball games. She shares her home with two beloved dogs, Drake and River.
Beth
Receptionist
Beth was born and raised in Terrytown, Louisiana. It wasn’t until she and her husband moved into Gretna that she knew she had to work at Westside Veterinary Hospital. Her love for animals stems from always watching Animal Planet as a child. She knew from a very young age that animal care and conservation were her passions. Her life aspiration is to one day travel to Australia and visit Steve Irwin‘s wildlife conservation park! She has been working in the veterinary field as a receptionist and veterinary assistant since graduating from the University of New Orleans in 2014. When she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, friends, and listening to music.
Beth comes to WVH loaded with experience – and it shows! We love her warm attitude, and we know our clients will, too. She is welcoming and so easy to talk to, not to mention extremely knowledgeable when it comes to veterinary medicine! We could not have asked for a more perfect fit to join our exceptional team.
She’s pictured here with her cat, Juliet. She has another cat at home, Athena, and a dog named Daisy.
Morgan
Receptionist
Morgan was born and raised in Luling, Louisiana. She graduated from Hahnville High in 2014, and she started her career in the veterinary world as a receptionist in 2017. She has since fallen in love with working in a veterinary clinic. This comes as no surprise, though, because her family would tell you that if Morgan could, she would adopt every animal under the sun! When Morgan isn’t at work, she loves to spend her time exploring national parks and hiking with her husband. She has a major passion for the outdoors and seeing new wildlife.
Morgan has easily transitioned into her new role as a receptionist at WVH. Her outstanding customer service and communication skills help to make all of our clients feel that they’ve known her forever. She is cheerful and energetic, and it’s so refreshing to be greeted by her smiling face when you walk through the doors at WVH.
Morgan currently lives in Marrero with her family and the many animals in their crew: four cats (Lucy, Jax, Kitty, and Simba), two dogs (Coral and Fossil), and two rabbits (Lilo and Stitch).
Shae
Receptionist
Shae was born in Metairie and raised on the Westbank, primarily in Belle Chasse. She currently resides in Harvey with her husband, Taylor. A graduate of Belle Chasse High School, Shae went on to attend John Jay Beauty College, where she cultivated a passion for caring for others and helping them feel confident and beautiful.
In 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped many industries, Shae stepped away from the beauty field and transitioned into customer service and retail. While this chapter strengthened her communication and people-focused skills, her lifelong love for animals remained at the heart of her career goals. In 2023, she chose to realign her path with that passion, marking the beginning of her journey in the veterinary field.
Shae is pictured with her dog, Baela, and also shares her home with another beloved pup, Henry.
Brittney
Receptionist
Brittney was born and raised in the small town of Jean Lafitte, Louisiana. She earned her degree in Biological Sciences from the University of New Orleans and has been working in veterinary medicine for over seven years. Throughout her career, Brittney has developed a deep passion for animal care and takes pride in building meaningful, lasting relationships with both clients and their pets.
Her strong scientific background, combined with years of hands-on experience, allows Brittney to approach patient care with compassion, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to supporting families through every stage of their pets’ lives. She finds great fulfillment in being a trusted member of the veterinary team and helping create a positive, welcoming experience for every client who walks through the door.
Outside of the clinic, Brittney is a proud mom to two young boys and enjoys life with her husband and their two dogs, Charlee and Milo. In her free time, she loves spending time in the garden, savoring a good cup of coffee, and embracing the simple joys of family life.
Raelynn
Veterinary Technician
Raelynn was born and raised in Marrero, Louisiana. She currently lives in Belle Chasse with her family. Ever since she was a little girl, she knew she wanted to work with animals as a career path. She has been working in the veterinary field since graduating from high school in 2014. After high school, she went on to receive an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology degree from Delgado Community College in 2019. When she’s not at work, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, children and her four pets.
Raelynn brings a calm and nurturing presence to WVH. She works very hard, and she is dedicated to making sure our patients have the most peaceful experience they can while in our care. We love her peaceful presence!
She is pictured here with her dog, Mossy. She also has a dog named Daisy and 2 cats named Minnie and Casper.
Betsy
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Betsy is another Gretna local – born and raised! She graduated from Archbishop Blenk in 2005 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Loyola University. Upon graduating from Loyola, she entered the Delgado Veterinary Technology Program, where she became a Registered Veterinary Technician in 2015.
Betsy joins us with an expansive list of experience – spanning general practice and emergency medicine. Her skill set is unmatched due to her variety of positions she holds at her various places of employment. Betsy is incredibly gifted in her ability to care for animals. We are so appreciative of Betsy’s attention to detail, empathetic personality, and supportive attitude. She makes a great addition to the WVH team.
Betsy lives with her long term boyfriend and their small zoo of pets.
She is pictured here with Winry.
Stephanie
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Stephanie is another Westbank local, born and raised right here in Gretna. She attended Academy of Our Lady for high school and went on to graduate from the Veterinary Technician program at Delgado in 2013, when she became a Registered Veterinary Technician. Growing up, Stephanie had a perpetual soft spot for animals, so she jumped at the opportunity to spend every day caring for animals. In her free time, Stephanie enjoys gardening and spending time with her family.
Stephanie brings many years of experience with her to WVH, and we know just how lucky we are to have such a seasoned RVT working with us! Her experiences have shaped her into a confident, kind, skilled, and well-rounded technician. We are certain that our clients will feel so welcomed by her calm and warm demeanor, and we look forward to everyone getting to see why she’s such an asset to our team.
Stephanie is pictured here with her cat Yoshi. She also has a dog at home named Allie.
Harli
Veterinary Technician
Harli was born in Marrero, LA, but she was raised between Louisiana and Mississippi. She graduated from Hahnville High in 2015. She attended Nicholls State University for BSN and Business Administration until 2018, when she realized her dream to work in Veterinary Medicine was a reality – and she’s worked in vet med ever since.
Harli brings a wonderfully motivating “go-getter” attitude to WVH, always looking to work harder and take the best care of our patients that she can. We love her confidence and eagerness to jump in and help in any situation – days can get crazy in a veterinary hospital, and Harli remains ready for the action!
When not at work, Harli likes to spend time with her husband, family, and friends, rewatch her favorite show (Grey’s Anatomy) and, of course spoiling, her “children”:
5 dogs: Athena, Nyx, Scout, Lexi, Bea
5 cats: Oliver, Idgie, Peanut, Butter, Jelly
She is pictured here with Athena and Nyx.
Whitney
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Jessica
Veterinary Technician
Jessica was born and raised in Gretna, Louisiana, and is a 2018 graduate of the Academy of Our Lady. Her passion for animal care began at a young age and led her to start her career shortly after high school as a kennel technician at an animal shelter. Through dedication, compassion, and hands-on experience, she progressed into the field of veterinary medicine.
Jessica has a special interest in senior pets and dreams of one day opening a sanctuary devoted to the care and comfort of senior dogs.
Outside of work, Jessica enjoys reading, attending concerts, and spending quality time with her family. She resides in Avondale with her fiancée, their two-and-a-half-year-old son, and their four dogs—Bear, Willow, Bella, and Beaux. Jessica is pictured here with her dog, Bella.
AnneMarie
Veterinary Technician
AnneMarie was born in Texas, but her family soon relocated to Louisiana, where she was raised in Lafitte. She attended Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies, graduating in 2016. Following high school, AnneMarie pursued her creativity by studying pastry arts at Delgado Community College, beginning a career that allowed her to blend precision, artistry, and dedication to detail.
AnneMarie started her professional journey decorating cakes before going on to work in pastry for Emeril Lagasse at his flagship restaurant. After the COVID-19 pandemic, she made the decision to change career paths and joined a veterinary practice as a receptionist in 2022. It was during this time that she discovered her true passion, veterinary medicine. Her growing interest and dedication led her to pursue a hands-on role in patient care, and she now works as a veterinary technician at Westside Veterinary Hospital.
AnneMarie resides in Marrero with her husband, Lionel, and their two dogs, Cami and Cooper. In May of 2026, they will be welcoming a sweet baby girl, Amelia. AnneMarie and Lionel are eagerly anticipating this new chapter and are excited to become parents.
Outside of the clinic, AnneMarie continues to enjoy baking desserts for her family and friends. She also loves relaxing with her favorite comfort television shows, spending quality time with her dogs, and traveling whenever she can.
Hannah
Veterinary Assistant
Born and raised on the Westbank, Hannah grew up throughout the area, living in Terrytown, Algiers, Belle Chasse, and Ama. She was homeschooled throughout elementary and high school, earning her GED in 2017 before attending the University of New Orleans. In 2023, Hannah graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Following college, Hannah began working part-time in animal care, where she quickly discovered a deep passion for the field. This passion led her to Westside, where she now works as a full-time assistant and is dedicated to providing compassionate care to every patient.
Hannah currently resides in Gretna with her parents, the family cat, Catniss, and her pet snake, Marcel.
Outside of the clinic, Hannah is a freelance artist and photographer who is rarely without a creative project. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing video games, and watching scary movies.