Client Service Representatives

Melinda Dignon
Office Manager

Lin has been with the practice since 1994. She is a graduate of New Hampshire Community Technical College with a degree in Business. Lin manages the (behind the scenes) clerical aspects of our quality patient care but still goes out her way to get to know our patients and clients. Outside of work, Lin spends time with her daughter, Autumn Jane, two cats, Sissy and Bro-Bro, and puppy, Lulu.

Elizabeth Clark
Client Relations Manager

Elizabeth has been with the practice since 2002. She is a graduate of UNH where she earned a Degree in Family Studies. Elizabeth coordinates patient care by fostering open lines of communication between pet-parents and our medical staff and she also ensures that our medical records are thorough and complete.In addition to keeping us organized and well-informed, she always has a smile and kind word to offer our clients. Elizabeth lives in Exeter with her husband, two daughters and two cats, Barlow and Martin.

Kristine Morrill Akers

Kristine grew up in Newfields before leaving NH to study at Russell Sage College in Troy, NY.  She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Therapeutic Recreation  and Creative Arts.  Kristine has traveled to many states including NY, MI, IL and NJ before coming back to NH to settle with her two sons, Ryan and Aaron and her two cats, Oscar (the good boy) and Stanley (the bad boy).  She spends her free time crafting, doing outdoor activities and exploring the beaches of NH in search of sea glass with her sons.

Ashley Towne

Ashley joined SNVH in 2020 as a Receptionist. She thinks that it is important to make people and their pets feel welcome the moment they step through the door. Ashley is always eager to help clients maintain good communication with medical staff. She considers herself a people person and of course, an animal lover. Ashley attended the University of Maine where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Social Work. She enjoys singing, reading, and playing disc golf with her husband. She has two cats, Milo and Zoey, with whom she loves snuggling after a day at the office. ​

George Bailey
Hospital Manager

George Bailey has been with the practice since 1996. George is either directly or indirectly responsible for everything that happens at the practice that doesn't have do with medicine.  George's high standards and expectations for care of his own pets is a constant reminder to always be our BEST!
George and Jake
George and Jake