Born in Milwaukee, Dr. Mike spent most of his childhood growing up in East Troy, Wisconsin. His very first job was delivering the Janesville Gazette in East Troy During high school and college, Dr. Mike shadowed a few veterinarians, which only confirmed his desire to become one himself. His first veterinary job was right here at Janesville Veterinary Clinic, where he started as an Assistant. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Veterinary Medicine in May of 2002, he was hired on as a full-time veterinarian. Dr. Mike purchased the clinic from its previous owner, Dr. William Hicks, in November of 2010.
Dr. Mike especially enjoys working with exotic animals like birds, rodents, and reptiles. He even spent a year doing wildlife rehabilitation at the Wisconsin Humane Society in Milwaukee The unique challenge these creatures present is appealing to him. Surgery is another main area of interest for him—seeing a pet recover quickly and bring a smile to their owner’s face is quite the reward!
Dr. Mike has been married to his high-school sweetheart, Sarah, for many happy years. They have two children together: Sydney and Owen. Both kids share Dr. Mike’s passion for animals, and demonstrate it regularly with the family cats, Milo, Charlie, and Flower.
Though it’s hard to fit in between work and family life, Dr. Mike loves staying active. He likes to play sports, mountain biking and hiking. He has also completed the Tough Mudder the last two years Dr. Mike is also equally happy relaxing with a good movie or playing poker [citation][2].