Our Team

Colleen Helgen, DVM

Colleen Helgen, DVM

Owner/Veterinarian

Dr. Colleen Helgen is originally from Greensboro, North Carolina. She attended Emory University in Atlanta, GA where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She left the south to attend veterinary school in the midwest at the University of Illinois in Champaign- Urbana. She graduated with her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 2012 with high honors. While she loved growing up down south, she now considers the midwest her home and she is forever a Fighting Illini! While in veterinary school, she was active in numerous academic clubs and a member of the Phi Zeta Honor Society.

Following veterinary school, Dr. Helgen practiced for 5 years in Springfield, IL, before becoming owner of Animal Medical Center of Litchfield in 2017. She appreciates all aspects of veterinary medicine, especially cardiology, surgery, internal medicine, and dentistry. She truly enjoys working with pet owners to improve and protect the health of their beloved family pets. Dr. Helgen recognizes the strength of the human-animal bond and the importance that it plays in the lives of so many people and their pets.

Dr. Helgen’s husband, Eric, is a Litchfield-native who farms with his family. They have a daughter, Caroline, who constantly keeps them on their toes. They also have two yellow labs, Hank and Barley. In her free time, Dr. Helgen enjoys traveling south to visit family, spending time on the Outer Banks of NC beaches, cooking, and rooting for the Cardinals and the Illini.

Tori Worthen, DVM

Tori Worthen, DVM

Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Worthen attended Western Illinois University, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology with an emphasis on Zoology and double minor in Chemistry and Psychology. Dr. Worthen then went on to the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, where she graduated in 2020 with high honors.

Dr. Worthen enjoys spending her spare time with her beloved beagles, Norman and Lorraine. Dr. Worthen, Norman and Lorraine all love to spend time outside and traveling together.

Samantha Suhling

Samantha Suhling

Office Manager

Samantha joined the Animal Medical Center team in July 2017. She comes to Animal Medical Center with seven years of technician/assistant experience. Samantha and her husband Todd have 3 children and 2 Miniature Pinchers. She has always had a passion for animals and is excited to continue her career with Animal Medical Center. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her family, pets and traveling.

Rebecca Howard

Rebecca Howard

Animal Care

Rebecca has worked for Animal Medical Center since 2008. She has a beautiful daughter, Vicky, and an active home with 3 dogs, 3 cats, and 2 geckos. She enjoys spending her time with Vicky and her pets as well as reading and spending time in the outdoors.

Kacie Johnson

Kacie Johnson

Veterinary Technician

Kacie joined the Animal Medical Center family in September of 2017. She has worked in the veterinary field for the last 7 years. Her free time is spent with her husband, Andrew on the family farm taking care of livestock and pets, including cats, dogs, sheep, goats, donkeys, and cattle. She enjoys family time, photography and St. Louis Blues hockey.

Whitney

Whitney

Veterinary Assistant

Whitney comes to AMC from sunny Orlando, Florida, where she loved working with Disney Dogs! Whitney grew up in the Litchfield area and was excited to return home and continue her career in the Veterinary field with Animal Medical Center! In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her pets, traveling, and hanging out with friends.
Jade

Jade

Jade has always been passionate about helping animals. She has a farm in the Nokomis area that keeps her very busy in her spare time. We are happy to have Jade on our team here at Animal Medical Center!
Haley

Haley

Haley is a recent graduate from Blackburn University. She has always wanted to pursue a career in the Veterinary field, which led her to apply at AMC after graduation. She has a cat named Phoenix that keeps her busy in her spare time. Haley enjoys traveling, spending time with friends, and trying out new coffee shops.

Your partner in pet health.

Address

321 W. Columbian Blvd
Litchfield, IL 62056
Click here for directions.

Hours

Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat - Sun: Closed

Contact

Phone217-324-3311
Fax: 217-324-5616
Email [email protected]
EMERGENCIES:
During business hours, if you suspect your pet of having an emergency, please give us a call and we will prepare for your pet’s arrival. If your pet has an emergency outside of hospital hours, we recommend the following local veterinary emergency care clinics:
Hawthorne Animal Hospital
#5 Cougar Drive
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
618-288-3971
Springfield Animal Emergency Clinic
1333 Wabash Ave # A
Springfield, IL 62704
217-698-0870

Have a question?

Please don’t hesitate to contact us using the form below. If you need immediate assistance, please call our team directly at 217-324-3311.