
06/13/2025
Meet Maria – one of our amazing veterinary assistants with a bright future ahead! A recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Maria is currently applying to veterinary schools and plans to start her DVM journey in Fall of 2026. With a lifelong passion for animals, Maria brings heart, drive, and a love for learning to our team every day.
Maria grew up locally and has always had a soft spot for German Shepherds – her self-proclaimed "guilty pleasure dog." Even though her family is severely allergic to dogs (which means no pets at home… yet), Maria already has big plans to adopt one of her own one day!
When she’s not at work or hitting the books, you’ll probably find Maria hiking, crafting, shopping, reading, or fueling up with a crisp energy drink. She also has a sweet tooth for anything mint chocolate chip, and a go-to pizza order: veggie. Fun fact – her undergraduate research is currently under review to be published!
Two truths and a lie – can you tell which is a lie?
1. Maria’s favorite drink is peach green tea Celcius.
2. Maria wrote about becoming a veterinarian in her journal in second grade.
3. Maria has played the guitar since she was 11 years old.