I have always loved animals and was fortunate enough to combine this with my passion for science by becoming a veterinarian. I have worked in many different practices over the years, which has given me a unique perspective. Every veterinarian has their own way of doing things, and a treatment considered wrong in one practice might be used successfully in another! This has enabled me to become more open-minded and flexible in my approach. I am committed to providing the highest quality, most up-to-date medical and surgical treatments. However, over thirty years of practice have taught me that simple treatments and tinctures over time can cure many illnesses without expensive testing.

I have been married to David Williams (professor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Illinois) for 43 years. We have one son, Harold, who received his PhD in Mathematics from the University of California at Berkeley and is now an assistant professor of Mathematics at the University of Southern California. He and his wife have two children. We have four cats and a large aviary, which houses about 30 finches. I have always been interested in art and enjoy drawing with pastels. Several of my pet portraits are on display in our hospital. I also enjoy reading and spending time with my family.

I have been practicing in central Illinois since graduation in 2000 and I joined Mahomet Animal Hospital in October 2020. My goal is to provide compassionate, realistic treatment to cats and dogs of all life stages. In addition to private practice, I have worked in low-cost, high volume mobile clinics, and have collaborated within my community to provide access to affordable veterinary care. I represent Illinois in the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association, a professional organization devoted to the advancement of animal welfare. I am presently seeking certification in low-stress handling and veterinary acupuncture. My husband, Carl, and I moved to Mahomet in 2014, with our cats, dogs, and horses. We both love to explore the beautiful parks in our community on foot, bicycle, or kayak.