Veterinarians
Dr. Tom Klein, DVM
Dr. Tom opened East Hilliard Veterinary Services along with his wife Dr. Sue Klein, in 1987. Dr. Tom primarily sees advanced and routine dentistry cases from the local area and surrounding states. His patients range from dogs, cats, and rabbits to wallabies, polar bears, giant cats, apes, and various other animals. He has a passion for teaching dentistry as well as practicing, and allows OSU veterinary students to participate in an externship program with him during their final year. 
Prior to making Hilliard his home, Dr. Tom received his DVM from Michigan State University, in 1983. After graduation He married his partner at home and work, Dr. Sue, and moved to Lancaster, PA. While there he worked in a large animal practice for 4 years. When Dr. Tom is not working he enjoys gardening, training for and participating in triathlons and marathons.
Dr. Sue Klein, DVM
Dr. Sue opened East Hilliard Veterinary Services along with her husband Dr. Tom Klein in 1987. Dr. Sue has a passion for dermatology, nutrition, and behavior. She works hand in hand with specialists in the area, to make sure that all of her clients are as healthy, physically and mentally, as possible. Along with her more advanced cases, Dr. Sue also sees dogs and cats for routine and sick care. She is also involved in managing the business side of the practice. Before calling Hilliard her home Dr. Sue received her DVM from Michigan State University in 1983. After graduation she married her partner at home and work, Dr. Tom, and moved to Lancaster, PA. While there she worked in a small animal practice for 4 years. When Dr. Sue is not busy helping her clients she enjoys attending country music concerts, baking for the staff and having them taste new recipes.
Dr. Chris Kabalan, DVM
Dr. Chris has been at part of the East Hilliard Veterinary Services family since 1997 after graduation from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Science. Dr. Chris has a soft spot in her heart for all of her patients and sees our largest patients, our goofy gentle giants, to our smallest patients, the tiniest mouse. She has a passion for soft tissue surgery and wellness care. Her and her husband, Paul, live in Hilliard with their two children, Nicholas and Emily. In addition to her two human children, Dr. Chris has three cats, Ruby, the matriarch of the family and Loki and Peter, the newest balls of energy. She also has a hamster, Henry. When not at work she actively volunteers at her children’s schools, scout troops, and church functions. She enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Dr. Vanessa Weidner, DVM
Bio coming soon...
Client Relations Specialists
Kelly
Kelly graduated with an associates degree in accounting and worked as a full-time bookkeeper for 26 years until she became employed at East Hilliard Veterinary Services, where she enjoys interacting with people and their pets. Kelly has 2 grown children that she enjoys spending time with as often as she can. Kelly is surrounded by a variety of species of pets that she enjoys caring for. If she has any spare time, she enjoys crocheting, cross-stitching and spending time doing yardwork and gardening.
Deb
As a lifelong animal lover, Deb was thrilled to join the East Hilliard family in Oct 2020. She graduated from Ohio Northern University with a degree in accounting and marketing, and has a background working in pediatrics as well as human resources. She and her husband live in Hilliard with their dog shelter rescued wheaten terrier, Lucy. Outside of work, Deb loves to garden, watch and photograph the birds in her garden, read, swim, hike and bicycle.
Susan
Susan is a central Ohio native and graduated from Ohio Dominican College with degree in Special Education. After teaching for Columbus City Schools for 34 years, she retired in 2020. In retirement, she became interested in learning more about veterinary medicine and joined the East Hilliard family in March of 2022. She lives in Hilliard with her husband, adult daughter and their three Shih Tzus named Holly, Heidi and Oscar. In her free time, she enjoys watching old movies, reading, volunteering at the elementary school where she taught when she retired and spending time with her adult children and four grandchildren.
Veterinary Technicians & Assistants
Marissa, RVT
Marissa, RVT, graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelors of Agriculture degree in Animal Science in 2016 and 2 years later graduated from Columbus State Community College with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology. She has a special interest in dentistry, exotics, and behavior. Currently, she lives in Galloway, Ohio and enjoys spending time with her two toy poodles, Isabella and Chichi. She also owns a hedgehog named Bambina and a cockatiel named Phoenix. In her free time, she enjoys reading, playing tennis, listening to music, watching movies, and spending time with her nephew.
Kaylen, RVT
Kaylen, RVT, joined East Hilliard in 2023. She is a 2015 graduate of the Veterinary Technology Program at Columbus State Community College. Her interests in veterinary medicine include dentistry and anesthesia. She is also enjoying learning more about pocket pet medicine.
In her free time, Kaylen enjoys reading, hiking, roller blading and tending her indoor plants. She and her partner Chris enjoy checking out new breweries and restaurants near downtown. Her pet family includes a poodle mix named Coco, and a hound mix named Chuy.
Dawn, RVT
Dawn, RVTg, joined the East Hilliard team in 2023, bringing with her over 25 years of clinical experience. Her education includes a Bachelors of Science in Agriculture (Animal Science major) from The Ohio State University in 2004, an Associates of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from Columbus State Community College in 2007, and a Bachelors of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from St. Petersburg College (Florida) in 2020.
Dawn's primary interests in veterinary medicine include feline medicine, pocket pets, internal medicine, and client education. In 2023, Dawn became an adjunct faculty member in the Veterinary Technology program at Columbus State where she teaches clinical skills to technician students.
Dawn shares her home with 4 ferrets, 5 indoor cats, and several outdoor cats who claimed her porch as their home. Outside of work, Dawn enjoys nature photography and is active in Girl Scouting, volunteering with her troop's activities and at Council events.
Jessica, RVT
Jessica first came to East Hilliard Vet Services in November of 2023. She is a 2019 graduate of the Kent State Tuscarawas Veterinary Technician program and had worked in several small animal general practices as an RVT. Jessica also attends The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine as a DVM candidate for the class of 2027. Jess stays busy tending to her 5 horses, 2 donkeys, 1 cow, 3 cats, and 5 dogs, all with the help of her husband and two children. Her interests in Veterinary Medicine include surgery and small animal critical care.
Mikayla, Asst
Mikayla studied at Muskingum University, receiving a bachelor's degree in Animal Studies. She is currently enrolled in the Penn Foster Veterinary Technician program. Mikayla has 2 cats named Indi and Arlo. In her spare time, Mikayla enjoys fishing, hiking, traveling and photography.
Brittany, Asst
Brittany graduated with a degree in Zoology and Environmental Science from Miami University in 2021. While earning her degree, she began working in veterinary medicine in 2019 and has continued to further her education. Her primary interests in veterinary medicine include rodent medicine and surgery, laboratory diagnostics, and the utilization of Geographic Information System (GIS) software in Veterinary epidemiology. When not working, Brittany enjoys running, cross-stitching, and practicing her French and Japanese. She currently has 1 cat, Sage, and 3 mice, Rogue, Whisperia, and Dumpling.
Meg, Asst
Meg joined the EHVS family in September of 2024. Meg's versatility fulfills multiple roles around the clinic. You may be warmly greeted by her at the front desk or talk with her on the phone as a Client Relations Specialist. You are also just as likely to catch Meg assisting the doctors during appointments or assisting in procedures for your furry family member. Meg has over 7 years experience as a Veterinary Assistant plus 2 years in after care management for animals. Meg grew up in Elida, OH where her deep love for animals began with showing mini lop rabbits in 4-H. She moved to Columbus to attend The Ohio State University where she earned her bachelor's degree in social work. Meg lives in Hilliard with her 2 children, 2 Boston Terriers, and English Bulldog and a pigeon. In her time off, Meg enjoys DIY projects, exploring the metro parks, reading and relaxing at a cottage at Lake Erie. Meg is committed to providing compassionate care to every animal she encounters and is proud to be a part of the EHVS team that shares her dedication to animal well-being.