Meet Our Team

Our staff

Dr. Justin D. Brown, DVM has been involved in 4-H since he was 8 years old. He participated in livestock projects and showed at county fairs for years, sparking his interest in becoming a vet. He graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. After practicing in Danville, IL for several years, he moved his growing family to the Peoria area and started Brown Animal Hospital in 2005. He continually works to grow the practice. His professional interests include both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. His most interesting clinical experience involved performing oral surgery on a full grown Bengal tiger! His personal interests include outdoor activities such as fishing and archery. Dr. Brown is married with 3 lovely girls and one lonely boy at home. His family lives with and alongside 5 dogs (Lucy, Maya, JoJo, Bear, & Otis), 2 cats (Oliver & Katya), a bearded dragon named Mushu, a hedgehog named George and a pig named Oreo.

Dr. Stephanie Gingras, DVM received her degree from the Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine. After practicing in the Quad Cities area, she moved here to practice in Peoria. She is specially trained in the use of Cold Level Laser Therapy and has helped us add this service at our clinic. She and her husband have 3 gorgeous children.

Melissa - Practice Manager
Melissa has worked directly with animals
for years. She began working at
BAH as a receptionist and took over
as Practice Manager here in 2013.
She concentrates her energy on
constantly improving customer satisfaction,
as well as clinic efficiency.
Melissa is married with 2 active sons.
She enjoys reading and following Cardinals baseball.

Jenn G- Office Manager Leah - Lead Reception

Cheryl- Pharmacy Technician

Cheryl has years of experience working
with animals. In addition to working with
us she is a lead volunteer at SAMS shelter.
You can always find her giving our furry friends
extra love and attention-
plus she's an amazing baker!

Kassi- Veterinary Assistant
Kassi attends Dunlap High School. She began
shadowing regularly as a middle school student
and then got her work permit and came
to work for us.
She currently attends ICC in the dual-credit program
and plans to become a veterinarian. We
have no doubt she will be a success!

Mara - Veterinary Assistant
Mara started work with us while she was in high school.
Now in college, she has moved into
treatment and works as Dr. Brown's
vet assistant, keeping him organized and on track!
She plans to become a veterinarian herself.

Rachel - Kennel Manager