Dr. MacHarg grew up in North Carolina. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn University. After completing an internship at Illinois Equine Hospital and Clinic, she entered a large animal surgery residency at Purdue University where she performed numerous research projects and successfully completed a Master’s of Science degree and became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Dr. MacHarg returned to Illinois where she was part owner of Illinois Equine Hospital and Clinic until opening Kendall Road Equine Hospital. Dr. MacHarg owns several horses and actively competes in the USEF adult jumper divisions.