About Wagnolia

Dr. Joshi has been practicing veterinary medicine in Chicago for nearly 15 years. She is committed to offering the best medical options for each patient and works hard to educate her clients on how best to achieve their pets' healthcare goals. Dr. Joshi practices whole body medicine, which involves a connected approach to your pet's health. This means that when we are addressing one problem, we are not ignoring others that might be contributing to it. For example, when your pet is experiencing behavioral changes such as anxiety or aggression, she will open up dialogue to address potential underlying issues such as chronic pain, gastrointestinal health and skin disorders among other chronic ailments that may exacerbate behavioral issues. Dr. Joshi has a strong interest in public health and includes concepts of One Health - which is defined as the intersection of human, animal and environmental health - into Wagnolia's approach. She values collaboration with others in the neighborhood such as schools, rescue organizations, and the Chamber of Commerce to help shape a safer community for Uptown's people and pets.

Growing up on the north side of Chicago, Dr. O'Brien always had a lot of pets, including multiple dogs, rats, snakes, fish, and birds, all of which led to a strong love of animals. It was this strong bond with all of her pets that led her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Staying local to the north side, Dr. O’Brien received her undergraduate degree from Northeastern Illinois University and then pursued her veterinary degree from the University of Illinois. During her veterinary education, she was honored to be awarded the Bayer Health Compassionate Care Award, and after graduation, she completed a small animal internship at Veterinary Specialty Center. Dr. O'Brien understands the importance of the human-animal bond, and as such, her practice style focuses strongly on client education, so that health care decisions can be made as a team. She believes that it is important to foster relationships with clients in order to best care for her patients. There are many aspects of veterinary medicine that Dr. O'Brien enjoys, including internal medicine, cardiology, behavior, and wellness visits. She lives in Chicago with her husband, chicken, and new kitten. In her free time, Dr. O'Brien enjoys traveling, baking, photography, and learning languages.

Samantha graduated from Virginia Tech in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Animal and Poultry Science. In 2017 she graduated from Fox College's Veterinary Technician program with honors and as her class representative. In March 2018, Samantha passed her boards and became a Certified Veterinary Technician.  Samantha loves spending her free time with her two hound dogs; Griffy and Rufus. Together they love going to the beach, hiking, and their favorite, camping! If she's not outside, you can catch her at a local music venue or brewery with her husband, Mark. Samantha's favorite part about working at Wagnolia is building relationships with our amazing clients and watching our patients build confidence at the vet and come out of their shells!

Karina has always had a passion to work with animals, so after working in retail, her husband convinced her to go back to school to become a veterinary assistant. During her time studying, Karina was accepted to an internship at Wagnolia. Now a certified veterinary assistant, Karina has been with Wagnolia for over a year, and is going back to school to become a Certified Veterinary Technician! Her love for animals has only grown since starting her work in the veterinary field. Karina enjoys her free time taking much needed naps with her two crazy dogs, Beans and Koda. She also loves enjoying new restaurants with her husband, Ivan, trying new foods and drinks, and watching sports!

Excited to pursue a new career path in animal health, Jon Delgado is currently enrolled in a veterinary assistant certification program. While new to veterinary medicine, Jon's previous experience as a fitness studio manager has equipped him with strong interpersonal and customer service skills, as well as a dedication to well-being. Outside of his professional pursuits, Jon enjoys indulging in movies, maintaining an active lifestyle through fitness, and exploring the city's many culinary options. At home, he shares his life with his wife Brandi and their two beautiful tabby cats, Phantom and Eclipse. Jon's favorite aspect of working at Wagnolia is having the opportunity to get to work with so many different breeds and getting to know the personalities of all the furry friends that come see us each day.

Born and raised in Chicago, Michelle has been a Client Care Coordinator in the veterinary industry for about three years. She’s passionate about helping pet owners feel informed and confident in the care their pets receive. As a Fear Free Certified professional, she focuses on understanding each animal’s unique personality to create a calm, positive experience. Michelle has a joy for music, outdoor festivals, and quality time with family and friends as well as all of her brother's Frenchies :)

Karina aka KT is a Client Care Coordinator at Wagnolia Vet Clinic. Although this is her first role in the veterinary field, her passion for animals runs deep—she grew up with dogs and volunteered at a local cat shelter during high school, where she was always eager to be surrounded by cuddly furballs. At home, she enjoys an active lifestyle with her partner, Angel, and their two beloved dogs, Elle and Oso. The pups are inseparable best friends with totally opposite personalities, keeping life fun and unpredictable. When she’s not at the clinic, Karina can be found watching K-dramas, singing karaoke, or taking architectural tours. A self-proclaimed history nerd, she especially loves admiring the rich architectural history of Chicago—as of recent, often spotted on walks through the Uptown neighborhood, stopping to admire its stunning buildings.

Bio coming soon.