We work hard to maintain an excellent team of doctors, CSR's, technicians and assistants.  Our staff is a remarkable team, with the right mix of skills and backgrounds, and has been carefully chosen to provide the best care for your pet. Staff members regularly participate in continuing education programs.  Many have special interests and areas of expertise within the practice.

Meet the Team

Veterinarian/Practice Owners

Dr. Christi Gorczyca

        Dr. Gorczyca is a 1997 graduate of North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine. Moving around the country, she attended Colorado State and Arizona State for undergrad before being accepted into veterinary medicine early. She joined her dad, Dr. Pat, after returning back to Jackson and fulfilled her childhood dream of practicing veterinary medicine with her father. She is a devoted mother to her three children: Lo, Victoria, and Nicholas. Her and her kids have 4 dogs together named Minnie (Old English Bulldog), Bella (Pug/Boston Terrier mix), Stitch (Boxer) and Circe (Boxer).

Dr. Jason Galicki

​        Dr. Galicki joined BAC in August of 2008. He attended MSU for undergraduate college and then was accepted into the Royal Academy of Veterinary Medicine in London early. He joined Dr. Christi as partner and owner of the practice in 2014.  He is a Jackson native and did several internships here during his education. Dr. Jason enjoys golfing and is a die hard MSU fan. He has an adorable daughter Adrienne "Reni" and a little boy, August "Gus", with his wife Lindsay and they share their home with Roger (Yellow Lab), Cole (3 legged Pittie mix), and their two cats Chip and Rose.

Associate Veterinarians

Dr. Patrick Gorczyca

        Dr. Gorczyca graduated from MSU College of Veterinary Medicine in 1972 and has been practicing for 50 years. He attended Jackson College and MSU for undergrad before being accepted into veterinary medicine a year early. He first worked with Dr. Gaide after graduation in 1972 and later opened his own practice-Blackman Animal Clinic-in 1984 where he has been working ever since. Now working part time, Dr. Pat spends his free time wood carving, fishing, and spending time with his wife, Maria, and loving kids and grandkids. He is also a Deacon at Queen of the Miraculous Medal church.

Dr. Emily Geldersma

        Dr. Geldersma joined BAC in 2017 after graduating from MSU College of Veterinary Medicine. She received a bachelor's in Biology from Wayne State University in 2013. Her favorite part of her job is witnessing the human-animal bond every day and has special interests in soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, and preventive care. When not at the clinic, she can often be found with her husband, Josh, while they kayak, scuba dive, do yoga, train for triathlons, or travel. They enjoy spending time with their kids Raven (greyhound), Dax (whippet), Chessie (cat), and Kid (quarter horse).

 Managers

Donna Koch-Practice Manager

Cheryl Jurasek-Office Manager

Licensed Veterinary Technicians

Katie Benac LVT

Becky Engelter LVT

Gabrielle Lusty LVT

Customer Service Representatives

Karen Collins CSR

Deborah Warblow CSR

Jenna Tucker CSR

Victoria Gorczyca CSR

Erin Ropp CSR

 Veterinary Assistants

Valarie Lyons-Vet Assistant

Renee Baenan-Vet Assistant

Brenna Coffman-Vet Assistant

Caitlin Flesher-Vet Assistant

Jessica Krawiec-Vet Assistant

Daytona Ley-Vet Assistant

Aislyn Williams-Vet Assistant

Frequent Flyers

All of the staff pets that come in and keep us company throughout the day!