Meet Our Team

DVM, Owner / Medical Director

Email: marquez@northwoodah.com

Office Days*: Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays

Callbacks are attempted to be completed within 1-2 business days from the time of the call. Calls received after 1 PM EST, are considered received as of the next business day.

In case of an emergency contact your closest animal emergency veterinary clinic immediately.

Education: Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 13

Dr. Rebecca “Reba” Slivka grew up in Danville, Virginia. She earned her DVM degree from Virginia Tech in May 2009. An avid runner, you may see her around town running with her Standard Poodle, Hokie, and Chiweenie, Raina.

Reba also enjoys spending time with her husband, Jonathan Marquez, her paint horse, Scout, and her dachshund, Tar Heel. Reba loves cheering for the Virginia Tech Hokies, look for her in our Virginia Tech themed exam room!

DVM, Associate Veterinarian

Email: frontdesk@northwoodah.com

Office Days*: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Callbacks are attempted to be completed within 1-2 business days from the time of the call. Calls received after 1 PM EST, are considered received as of the next business day.

In case of an emergency contact your closest animal emergency veterinary clinic.

Education: Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 7

Dr. Kathryn Smith was born and raised in Greensboro, NC, and attended Dudley High School. After graduating, she attended North Carolina A&T State University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Laboratory Animal Science.

She also pledged her sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in 2009. She then went on to attend Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine where she received her DVM in 2015.

Dr. Smith practiced in Dunn, NC for 2 years and after marrying her husband, Johnathan, in 2017, they moved to Atlanta, GA. She continued to practice in Atlanta. Dr. Smith and her husband have two beautiful girls—Addison (4) and Ellie (1). After the birth of her youngest daughter, Dr. Smith and her husband decided to move back to NC to be closer to family and friends.

Dr. Smith has a cute, feisty Chihuahua, Buttercup whom she adores. In her off time, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with her family, resting, hanging out with her best friends and being involved in her church.

Veterinary Equipment Specialist

Education: Central County Community College, NC State University

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 9

Hello, my name is Don L. After graduating from NC State with a degree in zoology, I spent most of my career in other industries. I’ve been an RVT since September 2013.

I love taking care of pets, and teaching clients how to properly care for their furry companions. When away from the office I spend time with family and friends. My family includes Kara, my 11-year-old Cavachon, and Honey, a 3-year-old pit/shepherd mix, who reminds me daily how much pets enrich our lives.

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 6

Hello! My name is Hannah. I was born and raised in Davidson County and have lived in High Point for the past 5 years.

I have been working in the veterinarian field since 2013, animals are my passion. I attended and graduated from Ledford Senior High School in 2015. Family is very important to me.

I have three brothers and one sister with 12 nieces and nephews, with a beautiful daughter named Lillian as well. I am very excited to be part of the Northwood Animal Hospital family and I look forward to meeting you and your pets!

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 1

My name is McClarghty and everyone here calls me Mac or Mac & Cheese. I am currently enrolled at San Juan College to get my degree in Veterinary Technology to become a Registered Vet Tech.

I have always had a love of animals and have helped rehab opossums, mice, and rabbits. I have one sweet furry lionhead mix rabbit named Barnabus. I love traveling, fishing, and pet-sitting. I am super happy to be a part of the Northwood Animal Hospital family.

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 3

Hi there! My name is Angelina, and I’ve been working with and around animals for the past 3 years! I have always loved animals, all animals from a slithery snake to a fluffy dog!

I have five fur babies that are a bundle of joy and chaos, all in one. I have three cats, two 5-month-old kittens, Gimley and Rafiki, and a two-year-old cat, Reamus. Then I have two dogs, Nala Rae and Scooby.

I love to hang out with my pets, whether that is at home or going on a nice hike. I also love to propagate plants and tend to my already large number of plants in my free time.

June 16, 2002 – September 1, 2023

Andrew unexpectedly passed away on September 1, 2023. Andrew was a ray of sunshine not just at Northwood Animal Hospital but everywhere he went.

Andrew loved his family, friends, and his music, but had a special passion for his rescues, Cassie and Harley. Andrew was a loving son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend who will be greatly missed by so many.

You may be gone from our sight, but you are never gone from our hearts.

Business Manager

Email: marquez@northwoodah.com

Office Days*: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

Education: The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 9

Jonathan brings several years of experience in customer service, marketing, and business management to Northwood Animal Hospital.

Jonathan’s primary focus here at Northwood Animal Hospital is to develop new client relationships, strengthen existing client relationships, and develop marketing strategies for our practice, as well as increase our community outreach programs through community events.

Jonathan graduated from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro Bryan School of Business and Economics, with a degree in Accounting. In his spare time, Jonathan loves to spend time outdoors with his wife Dr. Rebecca Slivka and their 4 dogs, Hokie, Raina, Saffron, and Tar Heel.

Email: cculler@northwoodah.com

Education: The University of Florida

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 7

Hello, my name is Courtney and I love being a part of the Northwood Animal Hospital team! I graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Wildlife Conservation.

I have always had a passion for working with animals and have worked in the vet world for some time now. In my free time, I am an amateur photographer and have a love for nature and animal photography.

My muses for my photography are my 3 pups; Bella (dachshund/beagle mix), Tally (3-legged Chiweenie), and Penelope (Golden Retriever). I can’t wait to meet you and your Furbabies!

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 2

My name is Jessica. I have been working with animals for the past 2 years. I am a mom to two awesome and crazy kids and a huge animal lover.

I hope to have a fur baby in the near future, but for now, I have Buddy the Ball Python to love. I am super excited to be working with you and your fur babies and helping keep them happy and healthy!

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 2

My name is Arlene, I have worked in pet care for the past 2 years. I have a huge passion for animal care and have four fur babies myself: two cats, Finley and Lilith, and two dogs, Emma and Laya.

During my free time, you can find me outdoors with my partner Tristen and our dogs. I also enjoy reading, listening to music, and spending time with my family.

I am thrilled to be part of the Northwood Animal Hospital family, and I can’t wait to meet you and your pets!

Bio Coming Soon!

Years in Veterinary Medicine: 5

Hello Northwood Animal Hospital family! My name is Lily and I am super excited to be part of the Northwood Animal Hospital family. I was born and adopted from Far East Russia.

I have 4 years of Kennel experience and I can’t wait to learn more from Northwood Animal Hospital Kennel staff. I have a cat named Shelbie. I love drawing, baking snacks, crocheting, and going on hikes in my free time.

Hello, my name is Sam. I was born in Maryland and spent the first 10 years of my life there before moving to High Point, North Carolina with my family. I currently live with my mom, dad, and older brother who just moved back in for a little after graduating college.

My entire life we have had animals, from a golden retriever when I was very young, to getting more pets when we moved to NC. We currently have our two dogs, Trixie and Thor, as well as our three cats, Lego, Baby, and Shania. My parents have always talked about how good I am with animals and used to call me the “chicken whisperer” when we would visit our friends farm.

I am looking forward to building relationships with my peers and having the opportunities to take care of animals and make sure they are treated well!

I have lived in High Point, NC my whole life. I have had and loved animals since I was a little girl. I have always had Rottweilers up until about 7 years ago when my family and I decided to get 3 beautiful and spoiled Great Pyrenees. We have 1 female named Shasta Snow and 2 males named Kasper Troy and Dobby Ran. Now working here at NAH I can’t wait to be able to start working with everyone else’s beautiful and handsome fur-babies!

Computer Inspector and Perimeter Patrol

Email: frontdesk@northwoodah.com

Education: GCAS

Years in Practice: 7

My name is Flicka. I am 8 years old and have been keeping Northwood in control ever since I was adopted from the animal shelter.

My main jobs here at Northwood include Perimeter Patrol and Computer Inspector. I walk the halls and desks daily and make sure there is no funny business.

I’m really good at my job as a Computer Inspector! I make sure the computers are kept warm and have plenty of furs to help them have optimal performance.

You can come to see me at Northwood Animal Hospital and possibly have the privilege of petting me. Can’t wait to see you! Meow!

Resident Purrer

Email: frontdesk@northwoodah.com

Education: GCAS

Years in Practice: 2

Hello! My name is Mulan. I am an 8-year-old domestic longhair and I am as beautiful as my namesake.

I love to relax people with my mesmerizing purr, but only in exchange for a head and neck rub. I excel at lounging in my bed and have been known for sleeping on the job. But I don’t worry about my work ethic, with my stunning looks and hypnotizing purr, I can get away with just about anything.

I would love for you to come to meet me, especially if you bring some kitty treats!

In Training

Email: frontdesk@northwoodah.com

Education: Studying to go to HPU

Years in Practice: 1

Hello! My name is Elsa, because my beautiful plumage matches the color of the dazzling dress that Elsa wore in the movie Frozen. I was born and raised by a local parakeet enthusiast right here in High Point, NC! I am a great example of the amazing things you can find right here in the amazing city of High Point, NC! I am only a few months old, so I am still learning to sing. But I practice every day and my awesome cage mate, Coco, is teaching me some pretty cool tunes. You may see us bickering sometimes, but it is only because we just can’t agree on the best Disney Movie of all time. I’m sure all of you would agree with me that Frozen is way better than Coco. I mean, who doesn’t just love Olaf? He is almost as cute as me! I hope to meet you soon!