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Dr. Alice Marczewski
Dr. Alice Marczewski graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1985. A Bachelor of Science degree in the double major of Agronomy and Biochemistry prior to that allowed her to work at the Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, D.C. for 2 years before returning to Michigan to pursue her veterinary education. She has been caring for animals throughout the greater Detroit area since that time, and has gained a strong appreciation for the bond between people and their pets. Dr. Alice feels that compassion, communication and education are the most important factors in helping you make the best decisions for your pet's care.
She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association and the Southeastern Michigan Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Marczewski's email address is dralice@jeffersonvet.com.

Dr. Timothy A. Schacht
Dr. Timothy A. Schacht has been employed in animal care in the Detroit area since 1975. Dr. Schacht is a 1985 graduate of the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, and a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association and the Southeast Michigan Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Schacht feels a special affinity for the community. His articles have been featured in area newspapers and he enjoys the opportunity to speak to small groups. He has been recognized by the Southeastern Michigan Veterinary Medical Association "for outstanding contribution to the community". Dr. Schacht believes that your learning about your pet and its care is the easiest  way to keep him/her healthy and happy. Dr. Schacht's email address is drtim@jeffersonvet.com.
Staff
   
Christine (Licensed Veterinary Technician) has been an employee since June 2002. Christine has three dogs: Lady Gwenivere, a Keeshond, and Zariel and Tyler, which are shepherd mixes (who are littermates to Helen Denys' three dogs, TIllie, Rocco, and Ralphie Doyle), as well as a three legged Norwegian Forest Cat named Hop-a-long Cassidy. Christine enjoys working at Jefferson Veterinary Center because she feels it's a unique environment where one can learn different techniques than at the emergency clinic where she also is employed. "When I started working at Jefferson Veterinary Center, I was just looking for a second job, but what I found was another home. My co-workers/friends make it a wonderful environment to work in."
Jennifer (Veterinary Technician) has been an employee since March 2002. Jennifer owns two dogs: Tommy , a Retriever mix and Tyler, a Collie mix, as well as three cats: Sinatra, a Cream Tabby, who is littermates to her other cat Stormy, who is a Longhaired Brown Tabby, Lizzy, a white with Grey Tiger stripe, as well as Banjo, a Grey and White Domestic Shorthair. Jennifer enjoys working at Jefferson Veterinary Center because of our patients. "I enjoy working here because it feels like family. I feel like our clients and their animals are family too...we all do."
Marisa (Receptionist) has been an employee since Febuary 2002. Marisa has two cats: Chunk, a Gray Shorthair, and  Stella, a grey tabby,  as well as two dogs: Murphy, a Terrier mix and Rudy, a Chocolate Lab mix. Marisa enjoys working at Jefferson Veterinary Center because of the family-like environment and being a part of the growing east Jefferson community. "It's very clear to me that the doctors care about the well being of every animal that comes through the door."
  Debbie (Receptionist) Debbie is a working mom who takes time away from her thirteen and nine year old daughters and husband to take care of our clients at JVC.  She has been one of the delightful voices and friendly faces at the front desk since April, 2007.  She enjoys the diversity of clientele here and the adventures that each day holds.
Anneliese (Veterinary Assistant) started working at JVC in June 2005 after finishing high school. She loves working here because she has a soft spot for animals, as well as being around people who reflect the same towards our "furry little friends." Her animal loving roots began by growing up in a family surrounded by a variety of pets including different breeds of dogs, birds, and even horses. She adopted a stray from JVC not too long ago, a very cute puppy named Freckles. She also acquired a lovely dog by the name of Tulla, a red Doberman Pinscher. She has dreamed of working with animals since she was a child  and plans on continuing her education in the field of veterinary science.
 Tamra (Veterinary Assistant): Tamra has been employed here since May of 2007.  She is excited to be working with animals and hopes to someday be a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.   "I am earning invaluable experience working at JVC that will benefit me and my career goals!" Currently, Tamra is pursuing a degree in pre-veterinary medicine at Wayne State University and spends her spare time with her family companion, Bruin.  Bruin is a black Labrador/Retriever mix and is seven years old.
Frances (Veterinary Assistant) started working at Jefferson Veterinary Center in April 2008. She likes working here because she feels like she can make a difference in the animals lives. She has loved animals from a young age and would bring home sick and injured animals as a child. Her orange tabby cat, Cricket, allows her to live with him; she also has an Appaloosa horse named, Mr. Chips. When she is not trying to tame and bring home feral cats, you can find her in the barn hanging out with her horse.
   Randy (Veterinary Assistant, Handyman, Janitor, Security Guard, Bodyguard, and friend of animals)  Randy is a retired Master Sargent from the United States Air Force.  After that career, he decided to pursue what he really loved, which is working with animals.  He shares his talents with Jefferson Veterinary Center and his family and pets--Dolomite(pictured on home page with Dr. Schacht), Darla(an exuberant mix), and cats, Little Girl, Batman and Punky.