VETERINARIANS
Dr. Bruce Benge, AEC Head Veterinarian - Dr. Benge came to our clinic in January of 2002. He is a native Iowan and received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University. After an internship at Kansas State University, Dr. Benge worked for a time in Texas.

Dr. Kimberly Flickinger, Staff Veterinarian - Dr. Flickinger, also a native Iowan, began working at the AEC in September of 2003. Prior to receiving her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University, she completed an externship at the Animal Emergency Center in Milwaukee, WI. After receiving her Doctorate, she was employed as an intern at Garden State Veterinary Specialists in New Jersey until coming to work for the AEC.

Dr. Laura Crow, Staff Veterinarian - Dr. Crow grew up around the Quad City Area. She graduated from the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine with her Doctorate in 1998 and started practicing at a local veterinary hospital. In September of 1999, when the AEC opened its doors, she started working part time for our facility. In January, 2005, Dr. Crow joined our DVM staff full time. She enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 children along with her assembly of pets.

MANAGEMENT
AEC Board of Directors:
   Dr. Dan Drahos, DVM - President/Executive Director
   Dr. John Weigandt, DVM - Vice President
   Dr. Mike Thomsen, DVM - Secretary/Treasurer
   Dr. Brian Manwiller, DVM - Officer
   Dr. Richard Rock, DVM - Officer

Hospital Administrator - Kathie M. Oberman (over see daily business operations of the AEC including bookkeeping, personnel, marketing,
policy, etc.)
Technical Supervisor/Staff Liaison - Kathleen Blair (provide supervision & training to staff)

TECHNICIANS
Connie Haas - CVT
Sheli Jones - CVT
Megan Miller - CVT
Kathy Stewart - CVT

ASSISTANTS
Sarah Biehn
Beth Hathorn
Sarah LaRue
Janeen Mack
Megan Price
Hayler Zertuche

CREMATION SERVICES