Meet Our Veterinarians & Support Staff

Our team of veterinarians and support staff are what keep this hospital humming and allow us to help so many pets in Mishawaka, IN! Take a moment to get to know the vets and team at Lincolnway Veterinary Clinic and don’t forget to make an appointment soon by calling (574) 256-1871 to meet them in person!

Veterinarians

Jennifer Anderson, DVM, CVA

Dr. Jennifer Anderson is originally from the Midwest but went to high school in Boca Raton, FL, where she was an avid volleyball player. She received her bachelor’s degree in animal science in 2005 and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2009, both from Purdue University. Go Boilers! In 2017, she attended the Chi Institute and became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist.

After graduation from Purdue, Dr. Anderson worked for a year in Georgia as a mixed animal veterinarian where she enjoyed working with large animals such as cattle and horses along with dogs and cats. After a year in the south, she returned to the Midwest where she did some relief work in the area for a year and then finally found her home at Lincolnway Veterinary Clinic in the fall of 2010. She is on the Potawatomi Zoological Board and is a member of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, Indiana Veterinary Medical Association, Michiana Veterinary Medical Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, American Association of Feline Practitioners, and Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society.

She has special interests in nutrition, holistic medicine (especially veterinary food therapy, homeopathy, homotoxicology, and acupuncture), and soft tissue and orthopedic surgery.

Fun Fact: She has three spoiled rotten cats named George, Rocky, and Wrigley. She has two human children as well. Outside of the office, she enjoys anything outdoors, such as gardening, hiking, biking, volleyball, golf, and snowmobiling.

Dr. Anderson recently achieved the International Society of Feline Medicine Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour with Merit.

Jennifer Anderson (she/her) DVM, CVA

Richard Headley, DVM

Dr. Richard Headley is a native of the west side of South Bend and graduated from Washington High School in 1961. He went to Purdue and graduated from the Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine in 1967. During veterinary school, he joined the US Army Reserves and went on active duty immediately after graduation. He served 25 months, mostly at Ft. Irwin, CA where he was Post Veterinarian, Public Health Officer, Wildlife Management Officer and operated the on-post full-service veterinary clinic. In addition, he provided veterinary care for a US Marine stable in Barstow, CA. Since there was no large animal veterinarian within 100 miles of Barstow, Dr. Headley was given permission to operate an emergency large animal practice after duty hours during his assignment at Ft. Irwin.

After discharge, he joined a private practice in Michigan where he stayed for 1 12 years. Then in 1971, he bought the Lincolnway Veterinary Clinic and remained owner until recently, when he turned it over to Dr. Anderson.

Dr. Headley’s medical interests include general practice, but he also enjoys orthopedic surgery, anesthesia, and pain management. He is proud to be the board chairman of the VIN Foundation, a 501 (C.3) charitable foundation with the mission of assisting veterinarians as they navigate their professional life transitions. Their primary focus is preparing aspiring vet students for what lies ahead, assisting in educating vet students and newer graduates in managing student debt, and offering support for the many veterinarians who are in emotionally fragile positions.

Outside of the practice, he taught CPR to the general public under the auspices of the American Heart Association with support from the Mishawaka Kiwanis Club. His leadership in working with his team earned him Mishawaka Man of the Year honors in 1985.

Fun Fact: He enjoys golf, outdoor activities, reading, cooking, and just relaxing. He has a very spoiled Chihuahua named Raisin that likes to share peanut butter with him every night.

Richard Headley (he/him) DVM

Jamie Jackson, DVM

Dr. Jamie Jackson was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana before pursuing college education at Purdue University. She graduated from Purdue University with both her Bachelor’s degree (2010) and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (2015). After graduation, she lived in the Indianapolis area for 6 years working for a large multi-doctor practice before re-locating back home to South Bend. Currently she is a locum veterinarian which allows her to travel to different veterinary clinics in the Michiana area to provide additional help so more pets can be seen for preventative care and illnesses.

Dr. Jackson’s interests within veterinary medicine is preventative care as well as internal medicine, dermatology and clinical pathology (analyzing disease processes via blood, urine and tissue samples). Her goal is to work with clients in determining the best care for their pets.

Dr. Jackson has 2 pets - a black English Labrador and a tuxedo kitty. In her free time, you can find her hanging out at home with her husband and crafting or at the Pilates studio. She also is a Harry Potter fan and her house is Ravenclaw.

Jamie Jackson (she/her) DVM

Dr. Bailey, DVM

Dr. Bailey is originally from northern Michigan, where her family currently resides. She has a special interest in pet dermatology and surgery. Outside of work, Dr. Bailey enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time in the great outdoors with her Weimaraner, Doc.

Dr. Bailey (she/her) DVM

Registered Veterinary Technicians

Caitlin Obren, RVT

Caitlin recently graduated from Purdue University in May of 2020 with a Bachelors in Veterinary Nursing. She joined our team in June of 2020.

In her spare time, Caitlin loves to read, watch reality T.V and hang out with her dogs. Did we mention she is a big cubs fan?!

Caitlin Obren (she/her) RVT Rehab Coordinator & Floor Supervisor

Katey McIntosh, RVT

Katey is originally from Laporte, IN. She strives to improve the lives of all of her patients and their owners everyday. She graduated from Purdue University in May of 2022 with her degree in Veterinary Nursing. She loves pizza, Fall and the color purple. She has a 21 year old cat named Princess. She also enjoys reading and going camping.

Katey McIntosh (she/her) RVT

Marissa Koehler, RVT

Marissa is originally from northern Indiana. She has a passion for laser therapy and working with nervous patients until they are comfortable! She loves pasta and the Chicago Cubs. She enjoys hiking and camping and watching Criminal Minds. She loves Fall and the color forest green.

Marissa Koehler (she/her) RVT Quality Control Supervisor

Kaitlin Martsoff, RVT

Kaitlin is from Mishawaka. She loves helping to educate our clients, learning about animal behavior, and being Fear Free Certified! Kaitlin is eager to continue learning about training animals, resolving behavioral issues, and making pets feel as comfortable as possible at the vet. She has 4 dogs of her own: 2 German Shepherds, Apollo and Xena, a Beagle named Dixie, and a Chihuahua named Mickey. In her free time Kaitlin loves reading, kayaking, and hanging out at the beach with her dogs. She also loves a good Netflix series binge!

Kaitlin Martsoff (she/her) RVT Behavior Specialist & Patient Care Coordinator

Veterinary Assistants & Kennel Attendants

Jodi Pearce, Veterinary Assistant

Jodi is originally from northern Indiana. She loves snuggling with patients that are here for the day - it makes her day! She loves coffee, anything purple and Mexican or Thai food. She has 3 dogs, 2 cats, a parrot and 3 snakes. Her husband and her are foster parents and are hoping to adopt soon!

Jodi Pearce (she/her) Veterinary Assistant

Lauren Funderburg, Junior Assistant

Lauren is from South Bend, Indiana and she loves working in veterinary medicine because she is able to better the lives of many animals. She also loves how she is constantly learning new things everyday. Lauren is currently enrolled in veterinary school on the island of Grenada in the Caribbean and works at Lincolnway on break. She loves tacos, the color pink, and hanging out with her 3 cats.

Lauren Funderburg (she/her) Junior Assistant

Valeria Drummond, Junior Assistant/Kennel Coordinator

Valeria is from Plymouth, Indiana. The main thing she loves about vet med is meeting pets and their owners and being able to have a small part in their story. Her family currently has 2 German Shepherds, Toby and Dakota, along with 2 finches, Punky and Lily (they later found out that Lily is, in fact, a dude). Valeria’s favorite foods are French fries and angel hair noodles with a Mexican sauce, and her favorite color is blue. An interesting fact about her is that she has had the opportunity to travel to Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Mexico for mission trips.

Valeria Drummond (she/her) Junior Assistant/Kennel Coordinator

Client Service Representatives

Bethannie Loutzenhiser, CSR Trainer

Bethannie is originally from northern Indiana. She loves learning everything she can about the veterinary industry and has wanted to work in the field since being a small child. She loves summertime, Mexican food and pastel pink. She was a cheerleader for 4 years, loves dogs more than people and loves the ocean.

Bethannie Loutzenhiser (she/her) CSR Trainer

Emma Jensen, CSR

Emma is originally from Knox, IN. She has a special passion for holistic veterinary medicine. She loves watching the natural healing process take place. She is the oldest child in her family but is the shortest. She loves goats more than most people and loves to craft. She also loves fall and a good soup & salad combo. Her favorite color is purple and she lives on a farm with her husband, their pets and all the goats!

Emma Jensen (she/her) CSR

Meet Our Veterinarians & Support Staff