Brooke Bartell, DVM,
Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian
Dr Brooke Bartell is a Chicago area native who graduated from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana with both a BS in Animal Sciences and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Dr Bartell has experience in many aspects of veterinary medicine, having worked in both general practice for small animals and exotics, at PAWS animal shelter with intake exams, and 10 years in emergency and critical care. Work in a large emergency and specialty hospital gave Dr Bartell the unique experience of collaborating with some of the best veterinary specialists in the area. Dr. Bartell has always had a passion for geriatric and end of life care, and for helping pet parents through difficult times. While in veterinary school, Dr Bartell took elective classes in pet loss and grief, and volunteered with the Pet Loss and Grief hotline at the University of Illinois Vet School. During her decade in emergency/critical care, Dr Bartell assisted and supported pet parents on a daily basis as they were making thoughtful and often difficult decisions for their furry family members
“I’ve always been an animal lover, and an empathetic soul. I was called to veterinary medicine early on, with a love of both all things furry and of science. I have helped many families as their pet angels earned their wings, and I have had to say goodbye to my own. I am so grateful to have been able to share in so many stories of how their pets came into their life, the funny stories of the trouble they got into sometimes, the support and love they gave their people, and the quirks that made them special. Some of my most rewarding experiences throughout my years in veterinary practice have been helping families prepare to say goodbye, offering support and a listening ear to those in need. I strongly believe in the importance of holding space for people as they find their way thru difficult times. I am humbled to be able to help families of pets who are aged, infirm, and making their way through their last days together. I try to practice mindfulness in my personal and veterinary life, and to be present in the moment. As a geriatric pet parent myself, I know how valuable each day can be, and I look forward to helping other families enjoy every day they have.”
Dr. Bartell believes in working with you to make the best choices you can for everyone in your family, and strives to provide clear options, compassion, and support. If it’s time to say goodbye to your beloved pet, Dr Bartell will do everything she can to make the experience as peaceful as possible.
