Addison Animal Hospital

Addison Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Addison, IL. The professional and courteous staff at Addison Animal Hospital seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care, and dental care for their highly-valued patients.

We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Addison Animal Hospital strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Addison and surrounding areas.

Please take a moment to contact us today to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how Addison Animal Hospital can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
  • Mon, Thus: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM
  • Tues, Wed, Fri: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM
  • Sun: CLOSED

  • Baljinder Chouhan, DVM,Owner

    Years in Practice:
    May 09, 2025

  • Alan J Stocks, DVM

    Dr. Stocks received his DVM degree from Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine.  He was accepted into the program after 3 years in the pre-vet program at the University of Arkansas.  Initially, he worked at a 24 hour practice after graduation and gained a lot of emergency experience.  Later, he worked at 2 sister clinics for over 8 years.  He was able to develop his surgical skills significantly during that period.   The next part of his career involved a brief stint of relief work before purchasing the Addison Animal Hospital in May 2005.

    Dr. Stocks is a member of the CVMA, ISVMA, AVMA, and AAHA.  He is an avid sports fan.  In his spare time, he enjoys golfing, exercising, boating and fishing.  


    Years in Practice:
    Apr 03, 1991
    Education:
    Louisiana State University
    Interests:
    Baseball, Bowling, Fishing, and Golf
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  • Margaret - Practice Manager

    Margaret has been working as part of our loving, caring, and compassionate staff for over 20 years.  She worked for 5 years with the previous owner (Dr. McLain) and stayed on board when Dr. Stocks, acquired the practice, and remained when Dr. Chouhan purchased the practice in April 2025.

    She is currently attending Harper College and working towards her Bachelors Degree in Business Management. She is a single mom of 2 wonderful boys, Owen and Luke. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, reading, writing, and spending time with her kids. With her menagerie of pets at home, there is never a dull moment.  She has always enjoyed working with and taking care of animals.  She hopes to continue doing what she loves for many years to come.
    Years in Practice:
    Jan 01, 2000
    Education:
    William Rainey Harper College
    Interests:
    Gardening, Reading, Traveling, and Writing
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    Jorge - Senior Veterinary Technician

    Jorge has worked full-time with us as a veterinary technician since 2007.  He initially gained experience in the veterinary field by working at the Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago in 1992.  After that, he used his talents at the Blum Animal Hospital, also in Chicago, for 10 years.  He is fluent in Spanish and English.

    When he is not at the animal hospital, he likes to spend time with his wife Trisha, whom he married August of 2016 and his canine companions, Alex,  Joey, and Xavier. A fond lover of nature and wildlife, he can be found with his buddies at the dog park, or fishing, or camping.  He has saved many squirrels, geese, snakes, rabbits, frogs and owls and brought them to the Wildlife Center for rehabilitation.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 16, 2007
    Interests:
    Fishing, Hiking, and Traveling

  • Jill - Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant

    Jill has been with us at the Addison Animal Hospital since 2005.  She earned her Bachelor's degree in Child Psychology at Illinois State University and worked for many years at Lutherbrook Children's Center as a child care worker and a case worker. She has contributed in many ways to our clinic, including reception, technician and other office duties.

    In 2011, Jill helped found The Unity in Community, and continues to serve as a board member as well as organizing charity events and fundraisers. She also enjoys reading, soccer, and spending time with her husband and 3 kids.
    Years in Practice:
    May 04, 2005
    Education:
    Illinois State University
    Interests:
    Cooking, Reading, Traveling, and Walking

  • Gabi - Receptionist

    Years in Practice:
    May 09, 2025
    Education:
    Currently enrolled in College of Dupage
    Interests:
    Baking, hiking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.