Meet Our Team

Dr. Ryan Knight graduated from Michigan State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003 and has been at the Switzer Veterinary Clinic since graduation. His professional interests include general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedic surgery and dentistry.

In 2012 Dr. Ryan became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA). He believes that using both Eastern and Western views of veterinary medicine allows our clinic to provide your animals with the best treatment plans available.

In his free time, he loves spending time with his wife, Dr. Daniele Knight, and playing with his two sons, Kenan and Aric. He also enjoys exploring the world, running very, very, very long distances and amateur photography.

Dr. Daniele Knight graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She then went on to work for the Michigan Department of Agriculture working with Bovine Tuberculosis. In 2005, Dr. Knight joined the Switzer Veterinary Clinic team where she enjoys working with animals of all shapes and sizes.

In her free time, Dr. Knight loves spending time with her husband (Dr. Ryan Knight) and two sons, Kenan and Aric. She also enjoys horseback riding, traveling, and camping.

Dr. Amber Wolfgang graduated from St. George’s University in June 2018 and joined the Switzer Veterinary Clinic shortly afterward.  She originally heralds from Pennsylvania but lived in Grenada, West Indies and Baton Rouge, Louisiana during veterinary school.  Her professional interests include preventative medicine and integrative medicine.

In her free time, Dr. Wolfgang enjoys hiking, camping, snuggle time with her dog Hank and reading a good book out on her porch.

Dr. Natalie Marek graduated from the Atlantic Veterinary College in May of 2019.  Her professional interests include large animal medicine and animal welfare and behavior.

Originally from Traverse City, she is happy to be back in northern Michigan again. 
Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time outside where she can be found hiking,  horseback riding, bikejoring and snowboarding, depending on the season.

Dr. Nicole Cappello graduated from Michigan State University in May 2021. Her professional interests include animal behavior, dentistry and exotic animal medicine. She grew up in Allegan, Michigan, then lived in Lansing for several years while attending MSU. Since moving to Alpena, she is happy to be near the beach again. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading, and playing with her two cats (Sebastian and Taylor).

Dr. Anna-Marie Struble DVM cVMA is thrilled to be continuing her career as a Fear Free certified veterinarian in Northern Michigan. She grew up downstate and spent almost ten years in Ohio before finding her true calling in veterinary medicine. She's passionate for kind, compassionate medicine and is trained in acupuncture from anatomic perspective. She and her geologist / hockey goalie husband, Alex, are currently occupied with DIY home renovations but are looking forward to enjoying their hobbies more in the future - traveling, experimenting in the kitchen, enjoying nature, and spoiling their fur children, Tomas the oversized cat and Leif the dramatic husky mix. 

Dr. Amanda Cumper graduated from Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in May of 2023. She is excited to be returning to her hometown of Alpena. Her professional interests include preventative medicine and dentistry.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Josh, and their 2 dogs. She can also be found enjoying Northern Michigan’s outdoors – especially in the fall.

Born and raised in the Alpena area, Andrea joined the Switzer Veterinary Team in 2006 when she graduated from Michigan State University’s Veterinary Technician program.

While not at work she enjoys spending time with her husband Todd, children Jace and Gwyneth and their dog Lucy. Andrea also enjoys hunting small game and deer, and playing a friendly game of Texas Hold ’em with her friends.

Danielle is originally from Rogers City.  She graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelors in Veterinary Technology in 2015 and joined the Switzer Veterinary Clinic in July 2017.  Her professional interests include small animal dentistry and anesthesia.

In her free time, Danielle enjoys spending time with her husband, Caleb, cat, Mya, and dog, Eleanor.   Her hobbies include fishing, reading fiction and nature hikes.

Emily graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelors in Veterinary Technology in 2018 and joined the Switzer Veterinary Clinic shortly afterwards.  Her professional interests include small animal surgery and dentistry and preventative medicine.

In her free time, Emily enjoys horse back riding, running and hanging out with her kitties (Willow and Zoey), husband Alex and son Mikah.

I was born and raised in the Ossineke/Hubbard Lake area. I went to school at Baker College of Cadillac for the Veterinary Technician program. In my free time, I love spending as much time as I can with my family. I also enjoy spending plenty of time outdoors with all the weather Northern Michigan has to offer! I have two fur kids! A dog named Macie and a kitty named Kee-Kee. :)

Rebecca (a/k/a Becky) graduated from Macomb Community College in 1987 as a Veterinary Technician with an Associate Degree in Applied Science. She moved to Lincoln in 2020 with her husband, 3 horses, 2 dogs and 2 barn cats. Becky started hercareer off in a small animal hospital in New Baltimore to eventually move on to working at Wayne State University. She eventually migrated into human medicine as a surgical scheduler for an Orthopedic surgeon. Later opened her own business doing real estate title work but missed working with animals. Becky is thrilled to be back in Veterinary Medicine to love on and help care for your fur babies.
In her spare time, you will find Becky at the stables or on the trails with her horses. When she is not at the barn, she is rock hunting or sitting by the water reading a good book

Tonya has always had a special spot in her heart for animals which began when she was born on a local dairy farm here in Alpena. Her long time dream was to attend MSU’s Veterinary Nursing Program to enhance her education in the field & to become a licensed veterinary technician. She began that journey as a job shadow at Switzers in 2021 & now she is a nurse at the clinic! In her spare time she enjoys cooking, fishing, kayaking, hot tubing, sitting around the bonfire with friends, & spoiling her yellow Labrador Retriever. 

After visiting this area her whole life to see family, Kate has decided to make this beautiful town her home. Originally going to school for veterinary technician, Kate decided to start a business with her family. Now she is excited to get back into the veterinary world. 

Stacy has been part of the Switzer Veterinary Clinic since 2006 where she enjoys assisting doctors in the exam rooms, client education and being a receptionist. Stacy always has a smile on her face and is the one to count on to cheer you up on a gloomy day. She also makes a great pot of coffee!  While not at work Stacy enjoys spending time with her family and assortment of different pets such as sheep, chickens and dogs.

Ann joined the Switzer Veterinary Clinic in February of 2018.  She is definitely a people person and enjoys interacting with our pet parents and fur babies at the front reception and on the phone.

Ann moved to Hubbard Lake in 2017 with her husband, Brian, dogs, Sarge and Harley, and cats, Boogie and Nugget.  When she’s not working, Ann enjoys spending time with her husband, kayaking, hiking and taking road trips to visit family, friends and grandbabies.

I've been a veterinary assistant at Switzer Vet Clinic since July of 2021. I was born and raised in Florida where I groomed, trained and showed dogs professionally around the U.S. I specialized in working breed but was an all breed handler, My biggest accomplishment was being invited to the Westminster dog show in New york City where I was invited for both top junior handler and conformation.  I now have a wonderful English Pointer named Ghost that I hunt small birds with and show him in confirmation all over the state of Michigan. I also trained horses in Ocala Florida and showed in western disciplines and Dressage. I now have 2 horses of my own at my small farm.  Since moving to Michigan, I have taken many interests in the outdoors (Hunting and fishing). I enjoy spending time with my two wonderful children, my husband and my animals. I enjoy working with both large animal and small animal medicine and hope to further my education in the veterinary field. 

Before joining the Switzer Team, Erin was attending school to become a nurse but recently found that these fluffy friends add a lot more fun to the work day, and lots of learning opportunities! 

Outside of work, Erin loves playing music, reading, hiking and camping.

Before joining the team at Switzer, Izzy graduated from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri with a theater degree in Technical Direction. She has lived in Alpena for most of her life with her family, her dog Whimbly, and cat Harry. Working with animals has always been a goal for her and she is thrilled to be a part of the team. When not at the clinic you can find Izzy reading a good book, playing the guitar or flute, or playing games with friends. 

Emily is local to Alpena for most of her life. Her family moved up from Detroit in 1986, and bought a fixer-upper hobby farm in Lachine. Emily soon found a passion for horses. It wasn't long before she and her family started breeding and showing Appaloosa horses all over the state of Michigan. She even dipped her toes into showing at the national level with her horse, at the time, Stat Carrie. Emily has hung up her reins, now has a family of her own (husband John, three boys Layne, Liam, and Jaxton) along with a little menagerie of pets (a rescue cat Ozzy, three dogs Murdock, Nelson & Piper, a hedgehog Peter Quill, and a beautiful flock of hens). 

Brandi moved to Alpena 6 years ago and loves our small town.  She's worked in veterinary medicine for 12 years and enjoys seeing all of the clients and patients while at the front desk.  She lives at home with her 2 dogs (Bowser and Morti) and Kitty.  When not at work, she enjoys kayaking, playing frisbee golf, camping and driving matchbox cars with her son.

Born and raised in Alpena Michigan, Logan has always had a love for animals and the arts. After pursuing and achieving a fine arts degree, he decided to switch gears and take a hands on role in veterinary care as an assistant. When not at work, Logan enjoys spending time outdoors, watching movies, and making art of all types. Logan has 2 cats, Finn and Jake, who he adopted as kittens. Finn has been a frequent flyer at Switzer Veterinary Clinic long before Logan took his position here, and watching the staff care for him was a huge motivator in Logan wanting to join our team 

McKenzie started at Switzer's in September of 2023. She was born and raised is Spruce on a little hobby farm. Raising laying hens, meat chickens, turkeys, pheasants, quail , ducks, rabbits, sheep and goats. She has always had a passion for animals, so that is why she decided to join the Switzer team. Before joining the Switzer's team she worked retail as a pet department manager for 6 years and also went to Alaska and worked in the fishing industry for 3 summers. When not at work you will find McKenzie with her 2 dogs Gromit and Dex on walks or playing ball, or watching movies with her cat Rita. If not with her animals she is hiking, kayaking, and in the fall hunting small game or deer. She is very happy to have joined the Switzer team. 

Dahlia joined Team Switzer in 2021 where she helps staff and clients alike feel better on a tough day.  In her free time, she enjoys bird watching and long naps in the sunshine.