Dr. Kaucic graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University in 1992, after receiving a B.S. in biology from Wayne State University in Detroit. He joined Gilmer Park Animal Clinic after graduation in July of 1992. He is happily married to Dr. Elise, and they have two wonderful kids (and 2 dogs, 1 bird, 2 cats, a snake, and a turtle!). Dr. Kaucic has special interest in surgery, chemotherapy, and avian medicine. Drs. Ken and Elise purchased the practice from Dr. Beebe in January of 2008. They look forward to carrying on the tradition of state of the art patient care in a personalized, family friendly atmosphere.

Dr. Elise graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University in 1992. Prior to joining Gilmer Park Animal Clinic in November of 2000, she was employed at the Animal Emergency Clinic of South Bend. She is happily married to Dr. Ken Kaucic, and they have 2 terrific kids. Dr. Elise has special interest in ophthalmology, critical care, and internal medicine. In her spare time, she enjoys a good book, and spending time with her family. She also enjoys the challenges of being a new practice owner. Dr. Brian J. Pileggi Dr. Pileggi joined the Gilmer Park team in February, 2008. He graduated from Kansas State University, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. Since graduation he has practiced companion animal and exotic medicine in North Carolina. Please stop in to meet him and help us welcome him to South Bend and Gilmer Park Animal Clinic. We are certain you will find him to be a friendly, dedicated care-giver for your pets.