Team
Driven by compassion and purpose, here is the team who will work to make a difference in your pet’s life. Every single visit.
Driven by compassion and purpose, here is the team who will work to make a difference in your pet’s life. Every single visit.
Dr. Carrie Cowan graduated from Kansas State University in 2015. After graduation she worked in Fairbury, Nebraska for three years where she honed in her large animal experience. Dr. Cowan started working at AAC in 2018 and became a partner in 2022. “Being a veterinarian is all I’ve ever wanted to do. It’s not a job for me, it’s who I am. The fact that I get to work with some of the greatest people in Atchison is an incredible bonus. My coworkers make it so fun to come to work each and every day. I truly love my job with all my heart and consider it a true honor to be able to do what I love.” Carrie enjoys spending time with her husband Colby and family.
Dr. Chris Hansen was born and raised in Belleville, Kansas. Growing up on the family farm, he was involved in sports, 4-H and FFA. He attended Kansas State University and received a bachelors of science degree in Animal Science in 2006 before receiving his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University, College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2011. Shortly after graduation Dr. Hansen joined the Atchison Animal Clinic team where he worked as an associate veterinarian. In 2015 Dr. Hansen became an owner of Atchison Animal Clinic. As a practicing veterinarian, his primary interests are small animal surgery and large animal production medicine. In his spare time, Dr. Hansen enjoys fishing, traveling, and spending time with his wife Emily, their 5 children and two dogs (Peanut and Shadow).
Dr. Roubicek grew up outside of Kearney Nebraska where her family has a small acreage. She realized her passion for veterinary medicine while raising show pigs and spending a lot of her time showing Quarter Horses. In high school she was very involved with 4-H/ FFA and during that time decided she wanted to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. She decided to take the big leap and move to Manhattan Kansas to attend Kansas State University after graduating high school. Dr. Roubicek earned her DVM in May of 2023 and joined the AAC team that summer. During her free time she enjoys working on DIY projects, gardening, and really anything involving the outdoors.
Julie grew up outside of Effingham, Kansas on a farm, raising cattle, horses, dogs, and row crop farming. She was able to assist Dr. VanPetten, when one of her show heifers had a calf that needed pulled. Later he came back when she prolapsed. Julie was fascinated with the whole process. When the opportunity presented itself she jumped at the chance to be a vet assistant. Eleven years and two kids later she left the clinic to be a stay at home mom and help her husband, Dirk, with the family farm. Nine years after that, the opportunity presented itself once more to become a part of the AAC team/family, just in a different role as office manager. She is sometimes called the “clinic mom,” because she gives her opinions and advice whether it is asked for or not. When she is not working at the clinic, you can find her running after her kids, Clarissa and Aiden. They are always headed to sporting events, cattle shows, horse shows, 4-H or church activities. If there is a free moment you might find her fishing, sewing a new show shirt, or trying out a new recipe.
Corinne grew up on a small cattle farm about an hour south of St. Louis, Missouri. She has always been an avid dog lover, a Cardinal’s baseball fan, and loves spending time with her family. She moved to Atchison to play volleyball at Benedictine College, which is how she met her husband, Bryce. When they aren’t at work, Corinne and Bryce enjoy spending their time on the golf course, going on hikes, & walking their dogs – Sly, George & Angus.
Allison Schuele was born and raised in Atchison County on her family farm where her love for animals started at a young age. Her family always had dogs, cats, chickens, and cattle. Allison also worked with her Aunts at an animal boarding and grooming facility when she was younger. Allison has always wanted to be in a profession where she could help people and animals. She has 4 dogs of her own, 3 Great Pyrenees’ and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Allison first started at AAC in August of 2021 and has loved every minute of it. What she loves most about AAC is the fast paced environment and never knowing what is going to happen next. Allison enrolled in Penn Foster to become a registered veterinary technician. She loves to hangout with her friends, playing co-ed softball, sand volleyball, and renovating her house.
When Piper was younger she wanted to work with people and help them as much as she could. While in highschool she completed her CNA certificate to work her way to becoming a nurse. Once she graduated and started her pre requisitions she worked full time in a locked dementia unit. After deciding to step away from nursing school, she applied to be a vet assistant to see if that would fill her void, it did just that and more. She stated “I couldn’t ask for a more rewarding career and getting to work with the brightest veterinary assistants, techs and doctors is a bonus.” When she’s not at work she spends time with her family. She has a boy named Rutter that plays monster trucks and tractors till the sun goes down. She also has a girl named Rydgelee that keeps her on her toes. Her husband, Blaze, is the best support system with her job and family.
Madeline Forant is currently in high school. She has had a dream of working at a vet clinic, since she met her moms Italian Greyhound. At an early age her Grandpa took her with him everytime he went to the vet with cattle because he knew she loved it. When she was eleven years old her mom bought her her first puppy as a Christmas present. She’d previously had dogs but this was her first puppy and she was beyond excited. She definitely spoils him but he deserves it. His name is Ember, he’s a Corgi Cattle dog mix and loves hikes, eating treats specifically scrambled eggs. From the day she met Ember he’s been her best friend. She always wanted to work at a vet clinic and when she heard how great everyone was at Atchison Animal Clinic she had to put in an application. She has now been working at the clinic for about ten months and she has enjoyed and learned so much.
Will has wanted to become a veterinarian since he was six years old. He wanted to be able to keep his best friend and other’s best friends from passing away. Will’s best friend was a golden retriever named Alfie. Alfie was around for the most important firsts in life being first step, word, and birthday. During high school, Will was a four-sport athlete and honor roll student. He competed in football, wrestling, baseball, and track. He was also an all-state player for football and chose to play at Highland Community College while getting his prerequisites done. Will started working at AAC after high school. He is attending Kansas State University with hopes of getting accepted into vet school. When he is not at work you can find him in the weight room, fishing, hunting or with family and friends.
Macy Grable plans to graduate in 2025 with her Associates Degree in Science along with her High School Diploma. She plans on continuing her education in veterinary medicine to one day become a Veterinarian. Macy has 3 horses and a dog named Olly. She enjoys barrel racing, cheering, playing volleyball, basketball, running cross-country and track in her free time. During fair time, Macy shows swine, beef, and horses while also doing crafts, photography, foods, crops, and buymanship. Macy started working at AAC during the summer of 2022, and has learned so much in the short time she has worked here. Macy can’t wait to continue her hands-on experience here at the clinic and gain more knowledge to take with her into vet school. Macy loves her job because there is never a dull moment and everyone thinks she’s hilarious.
Cassidy was born and raised in a small town in Kansas. In her free time she loves going on long walks with her dogs and riding her horses. She has two dogs of her own, both labrador retrievers. Jemma loves to play fetch and be outside. Riot could also do the same but loves to sit on the couch and snuggle up. Cassidy started at AAC in August of 2021 and has loved being a vet assistant ever since.
Haylie grew up in Atchison, Kansas with her parents and four younger siblings. Though she did not grow up with pets, Haylie has always had a love for and fascination with animals – some of her earliest memories include watching Animal Planet on Sunday mornings and looking for frogs in the backyard. Haylie went to college at Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa and earned her bachelor’s degrees in counseling psychology and studio art in May of 2022. She started at AAC in August of 2022 and has enjoyed every minute of it. She loves the day-to-day variety, but her favorite part of the job is getting to interact with all of the clients and their pets. When she’s not at work, you can find Haylie swimming, painting, reading, playing guitar, or hanging out with her two dogs, Boston and Wally.
Karlie grew up in Effingham, KS and knew from a very young age she wanted to work with animals. Being from a small agricultural based community she grew up around a wide variety of animals which started her fascination in the animal industry. She enjoys working with large and small animals and is currently taking online classes through Penn Foster to obtain her veterinary technician degree. She has been working as a veterinary assistant since 2020. Karlie has five fur babies, and spends most of her spare time with them and her husband Jaden. She enjoys Dog Days with our AAC family, trail riding with her dad, and squeezing all her fur babies on the couch to take long naps together.
