Meet The Team
Our Approach to Veterinary Care in Canton, GA
Welcome to Express Vets, your trusted veterinary clinic in Canton, GA. Our approach to veterinary care combines the convenience and speed of same-day appointments with the personalized, hometown feel you and your pets deserve. We believe in offering top-quality care that's not only affordable but also delivered with a genuine commitment to your pet's well-being. At Express Vets, we specialize in primary care for your beloved furry companions, and our dedicated team is passionate about ensuring their health and happiness. We're here to provide your pets with the exceptional care they deserve, all while making you feel like part of our extended family.
Dr. Maria Salazar
Dr. Salazar received her undergraduate degree in Animal Science from North Carolina State University in 1997 and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Following her graduation, she completed a Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. She then relocated to Boca Raton, Florida, where she practiced for four years before moving to Woodstock with her family, where she has been based ever since. Her primary interests encompass dermatology, ophthalmology, and preventative medicine.
Dr. Salazar resides in Woodstock with her family, including three children and their fur babies: Luka, an energetic standard poodle; Charlie, a sweet beagle mix; Happy, a beautiful long-haired gray and white kitty; Domino, a mischievous little kitten, and Sweet Potato, the feline princess of the house. When she is not at work, she enjoys her free time with her family, attending school football and basketball games, volleyball tournaments, mountain bike races, and dance recitals. Her hobbies include photography and gardening, and her preferred type of vacation is anywhere there is a beach! She feels blessed to be a part of such a special team where she can provide top-notch medical care to maintain the health of your fur babies and nurture the human-animal bond. Being fully bilingual in English and Spanish, we consider her a valuable team member, able to assist our Spanish-speaking community and their pets.
Dr. Lauren Saroli
Dr. Saroli grew up on Long Island, NY, and has spent time around the world in Honduras, Australia, South East Asia, and the Caribbean for schooling, as well as traveling as her favorite hobby. She received her BS in Zoology with a minor in Chemistry in New York. After a gap year in Australia she continued to Veterinary School in St. Kitts & Nevis, where she graduated with honors from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and spent her clinical year at the University of Illinois.
Dr. Saroli first completed an externship with Express Vets and fell in love with the company, exceptional doctors, staff, and clientele. She has a passion for preventative medicine and her favorite part of being a veterinarian has been building relationships with her clients and patients.
When Dr. Saroli is not working, you can usually find her spending time with her family/friends, enjoying music, or hanging out with her adorable pup, Roo.
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Dr. Laura Collins
Dr. Laura Beth Collins DVM, BSc.(Agri) is a dedicated veterinarian originally from Nova Scotia, Canada. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Animal Science from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in 2009, and went on to complete her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island in 2013.Following graduation, Dr. Collins began her career in mixed animal practice, focusing primarily on dairy cattle in her home province. She later transitioned to small animal emergency and general practice, where she discovered her passion for behavior, preventative medicine, and rehabilitation. She is currently completing her Companion Animal Rehabilitation Therapist certification through North Carolina State University.Now residing in Cumming, Georgia, Dr. Collins shares her home with her husband, son, and their beloved animals — a Quarter Horse named Promise, and three dogs: Duncan, Orson, and Stevie Nicks. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time at the stables with her family, participating in dog sports, hiking the trails of North Georgia, traveling, and cheering on her son’s soccer games.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
Autumn
Autumn was born and raised in Andalusia, AL. She has always loved animals and remembers saying she was going to work with them from a very young age. Autumn began her veterinary field career in Las Vegas in 2015. She now lives in Cumberland, GA with her cat, Tutter. Autumn’s favorite part of veterinary medicine is watching her young patients grow and develop over the years. She enjoys drawing and painting and visiting any zoo and aquarium she can find.
Jaylyn
Jaylyn resides in Ranger, Ga with her two cats, Motley and Boo Boo. Originally from Elijay, Ga, Jaylyn started her veterinary career at a full-service animal hospital in Blue Ridge in 2021. This is where her love and passion for animals began to grow. Jaylyn joined the Express Vets team in January 2024, and is currently enrolled in Penn Foster to become an RVT! During her free time, she enjoys being outdoors and playing Pokémon Go with her friends!
Shane
Shane joined the Express Vets team in 2023 and has been working with animals in one capacity or another since he was 18. His favorite part about his job is cuddling with his furry friends. He currently shares custody of a standard poodle and hopes to retire to the Scottish Highlands on a sheep farm one day.
Kristina
Kristina joined the veterinary field in August 2024 but has been surrounded by animals for as long as she can remember. Originally from Jamaica, she grew up riding horses and competing both locally and internationally. She also helped her mom with her grooming business, which deepened her love and understanding of animal care. At home, she has a grey tabby named Catalina and looks forward to adding more cats and dogs to her family in the future. On her days off, she enjoys going to the movies or relaxing at home with a good show. She also loves spending time outdoors—whether it’s at the beach, in the mountains, or exploring a local park. In her veterinary career, she’s eager to continue developing her skills and cross-training as a technician. She’s passionate about learning and is dedicated to making every patient’s experience a positive one.
Yvette
Yvette resides in Acworth with her husband and three kitties, Chevy, Mustang Sally, & Pepperoni. Prior to working with animals, she spent several years in the restaurant industry. In 2018, she decided to make a career change and started working in animal rescue. With a passion to learn more about animal care, she started her journey with Express Vets in 2023. She is continuously excited to learn new things and grow her knowledge. She has had a love for all animals since she was a little girl, but her true passion is cats! In her spare time, she enjoys fostering kittens in need, spending time with her husband, going to concerts, and is a big fan of a good afternoon “cat nap”.
