Our furry friends...
We rescue their lives.
They rescue our hearts.
Welcome to Rescued Heart Animal Hospital! We are a full-service veterinary clinic with a soft spot for helping animals in need. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and comfortable environment for all pets to receive the love and care they deserve.
We understand the companionship between a pet and a pet owner, and that is why our doctors and staff dedicate their time and experience to meet your pet's individual needs.
Our Doctors
Jennifer Newcomb, DVM
Dr. Jennifer Newcomb graduated in 2004 from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. She resides in Pekin with her husband and their daughter, Lucy. She also has a lot of four, and even some three, legged kids. Dr. Newcomb works with several organizations. She is devoted to rescue work promoting adoption from local shelters and population control programs. She loves her work and will always treat your pets as if they were her own.
Lisa Noel, DVM
Dr. Lisa Noel joined Rescued Heart in 2016. She fulfilled her lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian by graduating from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in May 2016. She resides in Galesburg with her spouse equivalent, Tim, four dogs, and two cats. In her spare time, Dr. Noel is active with her Newfoundland dog club doing breed rescue work and water rescue training. She has been in the veterinary field for over twenty years and will ensure that your pet is treated with utmost care and compassion.
Morgan Hare, DVM
Dr. Morgan Hare joined the Rescued Heart team in February of 2020, after receiving her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Prior to Veterinary school, she earned her Bachelors degree in Biological Studies from Western Illinois University in her hometown of Macomb, IL. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, and friends. She currently resides in Green Valley with her boyfriend Gregory and has two rescue cats named Albus and Myrtle.
Alissa Heisel, DVM
Dr. Alissa Heisel rejoined our team in early 2019 after receiving her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. She previously worked at Rescued Heart as a technician from 2014-2015. Dr. Heisel loves working with all companion animals and holds a special place for rescue animals. She was a foster fail with her first cat, Aria, who she brought home from St. Kitts. Since starting with us, she snuck another black and white rescue kitten home. She cherishes her free time with her family and friends here in Pekin where she grew up.
