Martin City Animal Hospital

The Doctors

Libby Robertson, DVM

Dr. Libby Robertson has owned Martin City Animal Hospital since April of 2008. Prior to buying the clinic, Dr. Robertson was a relief veterinarian serving the Kansas City area for 2 ½ years. She worked for over 15 different clinics including Smithville Animal Hospital, Platte Woods Animal Hospital and Lakewood Animal Health Center. Dr. Robertson started her career in 2004 as a mixed animal veterinarian for Lee’s Summit Animal Hospital and as a small animal practitioner at Animal Medical Center in Waldo.

Dr. Robertson graduated from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She has her undergraduate degree in Journalism from the University of Kansas and did her pre-veterinary studies at the University of Missouri, Kansas City in Biology with a minor in chemistry. Prior to pursuing her lifelong dream of being a veterinarian, Dr. Robertson worked in advertising with Barkley & Evergreen Advertising (now Barkley) and as an event planner for the Kansas City Zoo.

Dr. Robertson is happily married to Lindsay Robertson, an engineer and Vice President for W.L. Cassell & Associates located in the Crossroads District in downtown Kansas City. They have two beautiful daughters, Alexandra and Isabella. The Robertson household also is home to Yukon, whom you are likely to see at the clinic. Dr. Robertson’s favorite hobby is to ride her horse, Bo, if she finds a free minute.

Technicians / Veterinary Assistants

Charlotte Giesler, RVT

Born on Christmas Day, Veterinary Technician Charlotte was a wonderful present to her parents and older sister. The daughter of French parents, Charlotte quickly learned the joys of fine cooking, which she still enjoys. Other hobbies include watching the Chiefs and camping (she always has a tent in her car trunk!). Charlotte and her husband, Ryan are enjoying their first year of marriage and owning a new home.

A lover of pets from early childhood, Charlotte was already working as a kennel attendant before she turned 16. She has worked in vet clinics ever since.

After two years at KU, Charlotte was accepted into the coveted two-year Maple Woods Vet Tech Program, from which she graduated in May 2008, just before joining Martin City Animal Hospital. She capably assists Dr. Robertson in all medical and surgical procedures.

Customer Care Specialists

Leigh Busch

Part-time receptionist Leigh joined the Martin City Animal Hospital team in April 2008. A graduate of Lee’s Summit High School and Drury University, her education degree saw her through a short stint as an elementary and middle school teacher. A stay-at-home mom to Caitlin and Caleb since 1993, Leigh returned to work in the fall of 2007 to substitute teach at her neighborhood elementary school.

Happily married to Patrick for over 20 years, Leigh spends her free time reading, watching movies & hanging out with family and friends. Growing up with a menagerie of pets, her furry friends at home now include Cooper, a Welsh Corgi, and Zam, her children's guinea pig.

Rachel Meyer

Rachel is a part-time receptionist at MCAH. She joined the staff in the fall of 2009 as a kennel attendent and receptionist. She is studying Social Work at Avila University and has special interest in the disease of addiction. Rachel also plays soccer for Avila.

Groomer

Sandy Hicks

Sandy has been grooming at Martin City Animal Hospital for over 20 years! Her years of experience mean Sandy can acheive any style you want for your special pet. She has a special touch that shows when excited dogs come to get groomed. Sandy has 6 dogs at home to keep her company as well as frequent visits from her grand kids.

Kennel Care Team

Megan

Megan is a freshman at the University of Missouri, Columbia and hopes to have a career as a vet. You will continue to see Megan on holidays and during the summer. She loves to ride and care for her horse, Rosie. Her family also has 3 cats and a dog, Bowdee. Megan also loves hanging out with her friends in her spare time.

Katie

Katie has 2 dogs and a cat at home and is a senior in high school. She has a keen interest in veterinary medicine and loves to work with all the animals here at the clinic! Katie also enjoys horses and has spent many a summer at horse camp.

Josh

Josh is currently attending Johnson County Community College and hopes to pursue a career in Physical Therapy. Josh is an avid soccer play and has played for UMKC and the Kansas City Wizards development team. Josh is married and has two dogs.