About AMC Boise
Our Mission Statement: To provide quality, compassionate care in a professional atmosphere for our patients and their owners.We provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. We also work closely with local specialty practices when special diagnostic procedures are required. The facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house x-ray and ultrasound capabilities, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and indoor boarding kennels with outdoor walking areas.
At Animal Medical Center we strive to offer not only sound advice, but also optimal veterinary care, thus allowing you the enjoyment of your companion for a maximum number of years. Our job is not only to treat your pet when he or she isn’t feeling well, but also to help you learn how to keep your best friend happy and healthy. When considering a veterinarian, it is important to evaluate all elements of care the clinic may provide. Compassion, affordable cost, and quality care are all important traits, but it is our aim to provide a level of care that exceeds all expectations.
Dr. Dan Gillis
Dr. Gillis grew up in Belgrade, Montana. He attended undergraduate studies at Montana State University and graduated with a B.S. degree in Biology. He was accepted to Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine where he attained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1995. He worked in Oklahoma after graduation for four years in a small animal and equine hospital.
In 1999 Dr. Gillis moved to Boise, Idaho and joined Bench Animal Hospital as an associated small animal veterinarian. He also worked part-time at Animal Emergency Clinic in Garden City. He joined Animal Emergency and Referral Center of Idaho as a full time emergency clinician in 2001. He stayed with them through a merger with Idaho Veterinary Specialist and becoming West Vet. While working in emergency and critical care he had the opportunity to work with many specialists in surgery and internal medicine. In 2009 Dr. Gillis had the opportunity to leave West Vet and purchase Animal Medical Center and operate his own veterinary hospital. Dan especially enjoys the opportunity to develop close personal relationships with his clients and patients within his practice . It is his goal to establish more than just the traditional doctor/patient contact.
Special interests are orthopedic, soft tissue surgery, medicine, critical care and trauma. Equine interests include preventative health care and dentistry. He lives in Kuna with his wife, Katie and daughter Jordyn. His personal interest include spending time with his family, natural horsemanship, roping and cross fit training.
Dr. Haley Gonzenbach
Meet Dr. Haley Gonzenbach! Dr. Gonzenbach is originally from a small town in Northeastern South Dakota. She received her Bachelor of Science in Zoology with minors in chemistry and psychology from North Dakota State University. Most recently, she graduated with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in Ames, Iowa. After graduation from veterinary medical school, Dr. Gonzenbach began her career at a busy, small animal practice in Eastern Texas.
Her professional interests include dermatology and soft tissue surgery. Dr. Gonzenbach thoroughly enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, fishing, snowboarding, running, and of course pampering her Golden Retriever. She is very happy to now be joining her significant other in Idaho and continuing her career. She cannot wait to meet everyone and see what Idaho has in store for her.
Dr. Joe Pearson
Dr. Joe Pearson grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Business Administration from Colorado State University. Joe continued his education by moving to Madison, Wisconsin where he completed his DVM at University of Wisconsin – Madison’s School of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Joe’s main interests are in dentistry, neurology, and surgery. General practice provides the challenge of understanding all fields and gives the ability to blend different aspects of each to provide the best all around care as possible. His main goal with each patient is to establish a great relationship with families and their pets through excellent communication and medicine. He hopes to learn more about orthopedic surgeries, as well as management of a veterinary practice, with the goal of one day owning a practice.
His hobbies include jogging, hiking, skiing, and gardening. Joe and his wife, Alyssa, live in Meridian with 2 cats and a dog.
