Meet Our Office Staff
Courtney
Courtney Gilliam has been a dedicated member of Waukee-Clive Veterinary Clinic since August 2012 and currently serves as the Hospital Director. She is committed to creating a supportive environment for both her team and the pets they care for. She holds a degree in Accounting from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, which provides her with a strong foundation in business management within the veterinary field.
Outside of work, Courtney enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, reading, and traveling. She is also a proud mom to three daughters, Emma, Kaitlin, and Abigail and a loving grandma to her grandson, whom she adores spoiling at every opportunity. Whether she’s on the golf course, immersed in a good book, or exploring new destinations, she values experiences that bring joy and connection.
Melissa
Melissa joined the clinic in September 2024 as our Office Manager. She holds a BA in Business Management from Grand View University (2015). Prior to joining the veterinary world, Melissa managed a local dog daycare and lodging facility, worked briefly in corporate management, and returned to her passion for animals in 2022 as a supervisor at another pet care facility.
When she’s not at the clinic, she is surrounded by her four-legged family: Elijah, her protective loving Aussie/Border Collie mix; Emmaline, her sweet and food driven tripod Golden Retriever; and Emerson, a black cat with the personality of a dog. Melissa loves spending quality time with her pets and takes them on as many adventures as she can. She’s also an aunt and enjoys keeping busy with her niece and nephews.
Her favorite aspect of working in veterinary medicine is witnessing the positive impact of the care we provide, helping sick pets feel better, and building meaningful connections with both the pets and their owners. She also loves how much she learns from the doctors and vet techs every day!
Paige
Paige joined the clinic in March 2015 as the kennel manager then transitioned to a customer service representative in October 2015. She has 2 mutts named Riggs and Koa and enjoys hanging out with friends and family, outdoor activities, and playing volleyball in her free time.
Maria
Maria joined the clinic as a Customer Service Representative in August 2023. A proud University of Iowa graduate (Go Hawks!), she previously managed a dog daycare in Iowa City before relocating to Des Moines with her partner, Joey, and their two cats, Taters and Zuko, as well as their beagle mix, Lucy, in the summer of 2023. When she isn’t at work, she enjoys reading, gaming, and coloring when she’s being a homebody. She also loves taking her pups for walks, going out to eat, and brewery-hopping around Des Moines with friends. Maria’s favorite part of veterinary medicine is the opportunity to continuously learn about pet care and share that knowledge with clients. And of course, the puppy and kitten snuggles and kisses are a bonus!
Ally
Ally joined the clinic in January 2025 as a Customer Service Representative. She graduated from ISU with a BA in Animal Science and has a background in the lodging and daycare industry, where she has worked since 2016. Ally has three dogs: Rudy, a wiener dog mix; Remy, a yellow lab; and Prescott, a Bernedoodle. In her free time, she enjoys visiting local dog parks and trying out new restaurants. Her favorite part of veterinary medicine is seeing all the sweet fur babies.
