Our Staff

Veterinarians

Kimberly Bunag, DVM aka Dr. Kim
- Dr. Kim graduated the University of Illinois Veterinary School in 2003. She immediately joined the practice as an associate veterinarian. In 2007, she became a co-owner/partner with Dr. Crank. In 2008, she became the sole owner of the practice when Dr. Crank suddenly passed away.
- Dr. Kim is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association.
- Dr. Kim’s interests are in general medicine, with a focus on internal medicine and endocrinology.
- Dr. Kim resides in rural Paxton with her husband, 3 children, and 3 dogs (Dexter, Dee Dee, and Savannah)
Holly Brophy, DVM, aka Dr. Holly
- Dr. Holly graduated from St. Georges University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. She practices full time in Decatur and part time at our clinic. She joined our practice in 2009.
- Dr. Holly is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association.
- Dr. Holly’s interests are in general surgery and orthopedics
- Dr. Holly resides in Oakley, Illinois with her husband and a bull mastiff puppy named Haus

Debbie Schwartz, Receptionist/Office Manager
- Debbie has been with the practice from 1985 to 1989, and 1997 to present, taking a hiatus to care for her family.
- Debbie likes working with the public and playing with cute dogs and cats.
- She resides in Paxton with her husband, 2 children, a daschund named Dottie and a cat named Cookie.
Carol Dettmering, Veterinary Assistant
- Carol has been with the practice since 2001.
- Carol enjoys assisting the doctors with caring for patients.
- She resides in Buckley, with her husband, 2 dogs (Cassie and Tiley) and 3 cats (Joker, Shady, and Muffin)
Jackie Shaffer, Receptionist
- Jackie has been with the practice since 2010.
- Jackie finds it very rewarding working here and helping to care for sick animals.
- She resides in Paxton with her husband and 3 cats ( Pepper, Boots, and CJ)

From left to right: Debbie, Carol, Dr. Kim (holding Visa), and Jackie (holding Gomer)