Dr. Rogers joined the Guardian Angels’ team in May of 2022 as their veterinarian, and she is excited to be part of the many upcoming ideas and projects that Guardian Angels is developing.
About Dr. Rogers
Dr. Rogers earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Florida CVM in 2009. Since graduating 13 years ago, Dr. Rogers has expanded her experience from mixed animal practice to farm animal medicine and surgery as well as advanced large animal reproduction techniques and non-profit farm animal sanctuary care.
Her past experience includes the formation of a teaching establishment that provides education and training for Veterinary students and Veterinary Technicians seeking experience with farm animal work.
Dr. Rogers grew up in England and moved to Florida in the late 90s. She is married to a veteran who served with the 1st Ranger Battalion and is currently a Lieutenant with the Gainesville Fire Department.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their three canine kids, hiking, fishing, and traveling to places that allow them to enjoy the outdoors.
What Working at Guardian Angels Means to Dr. Rogers
“I value my experience in the non-profit world of Veterinary Medicine. Working at Guardian Angels affords me the opportunity to “give back” to those who have given so much to society. Carol has many creative ideas and projects that I will have a significant hand in developing, which will greatly benefit the future of Veterinary Medicine, in addition to Guardian Angels’ current goal to provide a vital service to Veterans, First Responders, and civilians with disabilities.” said Dr. Rogers.
What Dr. Rogers Wants You to Know About Guardian Angels
“In addition to everything that Guardian Angels provides, there are many other ideas and projects for our future that will extend the care and knowledge delivered. We want to both benefit the recipients of Guardian Angels and raise awareness of all who are interested in agriculture and Veterinary medicine,” said Dr. Rogers.
To learn more about the Guardian Angels team, visit our Meet Our Team page today!
Mary Jo has an extensive history working with the media as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Northern Illinois University. Mary Jo has worked for companies such as Gannett, News Bank Inc., E.W. Scripps Company, Lee Enterprises, Pulitzer, Inc., Arthur Andersen, and has been involved with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. since 2011. Ms. Brandt has had many hours of training in leadership, coaching, and mentoring. Her teams have consistently been highly effective in support of organizational mission and goals. She has one son, Paul who is currently in the Navy, and a daughter, Amanda in college and working full-time for a law firm in Naples. Ms. Brandt began volunteering with Guardian Angels after both her father and previous employer received a Guardian Angels Service Dog in 2011. Seeing the incredible difference service dogs could make in the lives of their recipients, she became involved through volunteering her time & talent to Guardian Angels. Ms. Brandt was then asked to join the Board of Directors and has served as a Board Member since 2013. Recently, Mary Jo has been named as a 2021 Patriot Scholarship recipient from Colorado Technical University. When asked why this scholarship and completing her Master’s Degree in Business Administration was so important to her, she responded, “This scholarship represents how important education is to our military/veterans and their families. I am honored to be part of this unique community. I am already in a career that demonstrates my commitment to helping others, I expect finishing this degree will allow me to be much more effective in my pursuit of working with our Veterans. This scholarship isn’t just about me. It is about how I can help others.” Today we face an even bigger challenge that none of us saw coming during the midst of the pandemic and worldwide economic collapse beginning to unfold. Yet again, Mary Jo is stepping up to the plate to be sure that our organization continues to serve those that need us, as we triumph in the face of untold adversity of today’s world. Businesses will only survive these difficult times because of leaders like Mary Jo.
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