OUR TEAM-2024
Vets
Dr. Lana Keating - Owner/ Veterinarian
Dr. Lana Keating was born and raised in rural Saskatchewan and attended the Agriculture and Veterinary colleges in Saskatoon. Lana moved to Alberta in 1998 and worked in a mixed animal practice in Peace River before moving to Central Alberta in 2001. She has owned Parkland Veterinary Hospital since 2007. Her work passions are skin and eye conditions in pets. She enjoys the daily interactions with staff and clients to keep the animals in her care healthy. Lana is a member of the ABVMA, the Canadian Academy of Veterinary Dermatologists and attends the World Congress of Veterinary Dermatologists.
In her spare time Lana enjoys hiking the outdoors and spending time with her three children.
Dr. Lana Keating was born and raised in rural Saskatchewan and attended the Agriculture and Veterinary colleges in Saskatoon. Lana moved to Alberta in 1998 and worked in a mixed animal practice in Peace River before moving to Central Alberta in 2001. She has owned Parkland Veterinary Hospital since 2007. Her work passions are skin and eye conditions in pets. She enjoys the daily interactions with staff and clients to keep the animals in her care healthy. Lana is a member of the ABVMA, the Canadian Academy of Veterinary Dermatologists and attends the World Congress of Veterinary Dermatologists.
In her spare time Lana enjoys hiking the outdoors and spending time with her three children.
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Dr. Sarah Haefliger- Veterinarian
Dr. Sarah Haefliger grew up on a dairy farm outside of Lacombe. Her interest in science and animals led her to complete a BSc in immunology and infection at the University of Alberta. Following her degree, she spent a couple years working and travelling throughout Europe. She then completed her DVM degree at the University of Calgary in 2020. After 4 years working as a mixed animal practitioner, she joined the team at Parkland Veterinary Hospital. Her special interests include small animal medicine, soft tissue surgery and pathology. Outside of work, she can be found running, hiking, visiting friends and family as well as travelling! |
Dr. Mirjam Stigter - Veterinarian
Dr. Mirjam Stigter graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2019. She grew up on a farm east of Gull Lake and now lives in the Bentley area with her husband on their own acreage. After practicing at a mixed animal clinic for a year, she joined the clinic at Parkland Veterinary Hospital in August 2020. Her veterinary interests include preventative medicine in all species. In her spare time, Mirjam enjoys being outdoors, spending time time with her husband, going for walks, and biking. She also has 3 barn cats who have turned into indoor cats. |
Techs
Kimberley Mercer - RVT
Kim has worked at PVH since 2013 as a Registered Veterinary Technologist. She graduated from Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology in 2008. She and her husband Aaron have a cat named Montana. Kim reached a milestone this spring as she celebrated her 10th year working for PVH. In her spare time Kim enjoys golfing, gardening, camping, travelling with Aaron and hiking.
Kim has worked at PVH since 2013 as a Registered Veterinary Technologist. She graduated from Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology in 2008. She and her husband Aaron have a cat named Montana. Kim reached a milestone this spring as she celebrated her 10th year working for PVH. In her spare time Kim enjoys golfing, gardening, camping, travelling with Aaron and hiking.
Krista Stannard - RVT
Krista graduated from NAIT in 1996 and started working for PVH in 2018. Krista lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband Todd and 2 daughters. In the summer, they spend time with their kids, friends, and dog at Gull Lake.
Krista graduated from NAIT in 1996 and started working for PVH in 2018. Krista lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband Todd and 2 daughters. In the summer, they spend time with their kids, friends, and dog at Gull Lake.
Darian Thiessen - RVT
Darian graduated from Olds College with an Animal Health Technology diploma in February 2020. She did her practicum here at PVH and was then hired onto the team. She currently lives in Red Deer with her fiancé, and loves to hike in her free time as well as read books and watch Netflix with her cats Goku and Veggie.
Darian graduated from Olds College with an Animal Health Technology diploma in February 2020. She did her practicum here at PVH and was then hired onto the team. She currently lives in Red Deer with her fiancé, and loves to hike in her free time as well as read books and watch Netflix with her cats Goku and Veggie.
Stefanie Neukom - RVT
Stefanie graduated from the Animal Health Technology Program at Grande Prairie College in 2020. She worked for us for awhile, then left to gain other experience in Calgary. She returned to the area in the fall of 2022 and we immediately hired her back on staff. Stefanie owns a tripawd kitty named Pirate and her favourite hobbies are hiking, camping, and horseback riding. She currently lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband and has a baby on the way!
Stefanie graduated from the Animal Health Technology Program at Grande Prairie College in 2020. She worked for us for awhile, then left to gain other experience in Calgary. She returned to the area in the fall of 2022 and we immediately hired her back on staff. Stefanie owns a tripawd kitty named Pirate and her favourite hobbies are hiking, camping, and horseback riding. She currently lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband and has a baby on the way!
Schae-Lynne graduated from the Animal Health Technology program at Lakeland College in 2024. After completing her studies, she returned to Sylvan Lake with her husband, son, and their dog. Schae-Lynne joined the team at PVH, where she brings her passion for animal care and dedication to her work. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, reading, and spending quality time with her family.
Receptionists
Megan Regnier - Receptionist
Megan has lived in Sylvan Lake since she was 5. She graduated from The Academy of Learning in January 2017, where she completed the Medical Office Assistant program and the Veterinary Administration Assistant program. Megan did her practicum here at Parkland Vet and became an official employee in March 2017. She has a Pom x Chihuahua named Boss. Outside of work, Megan enjoys camping, game nights, and spending time with friends and family. Megan is a busy working mom with a toddler.
Megan has lived in Sylvan Lake since she was 5. She graduated from The Academy of Learning in January 2017, where she completed the Medical Office Assistant program and the Veterinary Administration Assistant program. Megan did her practicum here at Parkland Vet and became an official employee in March 2017. She has a Pom x Chihuahua named Boss. Outside of work, Megan enjoys camping, game nights, and spending time with friends and family. Megan is a busy working mom with a toddler.
Tia Percival- Receptionist
Tia lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband and two sons. She graduated from the AOL College in 2023, where she completed the MOA/Vet Assistant program. She has two adorable Rottweilers, one pitbull mix, and two cats.
Tia enjoys reading, shopping all year long for Halloween props, watching hockey, and going to car shows with her family.
Tia lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband and two sons. She graduated from the AOL College in 2023, where she completed the MOA/Vet Assistant program. She has two adorable Rottweilers, one pitbull mix, and two cats.
Tia enjoys reading, shopping all year long for Halloween props, watching hockey, and going to car shows with her family.
Shelley Elgert - Receptionist
Shelley moved to Sylvan Lake with her husband and 2 children 12 years ago. They have 2 Golden dogs - Cooper and Mabel. In her free time, Shelley enjoys music, yoga, and spending time with family and friends. Shelley is happy to be a part of the Parkland Vet team as it allows her to combine her training as a unit clerk with her love of animals.
Shelley moved to Sylvan Lake with her husband and 2 children 12 years ago. They have 2 Golden dogs - Cooper and Mabel. In her free time, Shelley enjoys music, yoga, and spending time with family and friends. Shelley is happy to be a part of the Parkland Vet team as it allows her to combine her training as a unit clerk with her love of animals.
Jessie Alfano - Receptionist
Jessie is one of our receptionists and she can be found upstairs doing admin work! She lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband and 4 kids. In the pet department, Jessie has a Miniature Australian Shepard named Clover, a Boston Terrier named Eeyore, and her beloved Sphynx's- Zeref and Mavis!
Jessie looks forward to helping you receive the best care for your animals at PVH!
Jessie is one of our receptionists and she can be found upstairs doing admin work! She lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband and 4 kids. In the pet department, Jessie has a Miniature Australian Shepard named Clover, a Boston Terrier named Eeyore, and her beloved Sphynx's- Zeref and Mavis!
Jessie looks forward to helping you receive the best care for your animals at PVH!
Mathia Odermatt - Receptionist
Mathia is another one of our cheerful receptionists. She has been with PVH for 2 years, but you may not recognize her as she only works Saturdays.
She is a native Sylvan Laker and currently lives on an acreage with her husband, 2 dogs, and 6 cats. Can you tell she loves animals? She also loves paddle boarding and hiking.
Mathia is another one of our cheerful receptionists. She has been with PVH for 2 years, but you may not recognize her as she only works Saturdays.
She is a native Sylvan Laker and currently lives on an acreage with her husband, 2 dogs, and 6 cats. Can you tell she loves animals? She also loves paddle boarding and hiking.
Jillian O'Dwyer -Receptionist
Jillian has been with PVH since 2015. She graduated from Olds College as a Veterinary Medical Receptionist in 2009 and has also earned an LPN degree from Red Deer College. Jillian currently lives in Red Deer with her husband Denis, 2 children, 3 cats: Lucy, Ray, and Saffy; and 1 dog- Maebe. Jillian is passionate about cats and preventative health. Jillian will be away for awhile on maternity leave as her daughter arrived as an early Christmas present. 
Amanda- Receptionist
Amanda is very excited to be part of the wonderful team at Parkland Vet! She lives in Blackfalds with her husband and a Pomeranian, Winnie! She enjoys all things outdoors, from riding the trails out west to fishing or hiking. Assistants
Lanell Jacobsen-Kramer- Assistant
Lanell graduated from the VMR program at Olds College and completed her practicum at PVH. She lives in Red Deer with her 2 cats, Hunny and Beebe and a Husky named Nisha. For fun she enjoys baking, hanging out with her cats, and hiking with her friends and dogs. Lanell is very passionate about animals. 
Jenn Blundell- Assistant
It takes a lot of people to run a successful, efficient clinic. Another one of our valued employees is Jenn. She is our Jenn of all trades. She can be found in reception, helping with grooming, unpacking orders in the back, and keeping the operating room and kennels spotless. Jenn lives in Sylvan Lake with her husband and son and 2 French Bulldogs. |
Tahlysa Hanson- Assistant
When Tahlysa was young, she had a Labrador Retriever named Tori and Beau. When she turned 9 years old her family welcomed a spicy green cheek conure parrot into our family. This is when her passion for animals started. Her family shortly after adopted a Labrador retriever named Cody and another Labrador named Molly. She proudly works as a Veterinarian Assistant at Parkland Veterinary Hospital. Her love and passion for animals is what has brought her here today. Some things she loves spending her free time doing are skiing, swimming, spending time with loved ones and going on spontaneous adventures.
When Tahlysa was young, she had a Labrador Retriever named Tori and Beau. When she turned 9 years old her family welcomed a spicy green cheek conure parrot into our family. This is when her passion for animals started. Her family shortly after adopted a Labrador retriever named Cody and another Labrador named Molly. She proudly works as a Veterinarian Assistant at Parkland Veterinary Hospital. Her love and passion for animals is what has brought her here today. Some things she loves spending her free time doing are skiing, swimming, spending time with loved ones and going on spontaneous adventures.
Kasey Weigelt- Assistant
Kasey was born in Alberta, but moved to Romania when she was three and grew up there with her family. She worked at a local shelter for 6 years and now works at Parkland as a tech assistant. She lives in Sylvan Lake with her Australian Heeler mix, Bobo and enjoys reading, rock climbing, and knitting in her free time.
Kasey was born in Alberta, but moved to Romania when she was three and grew up there with her family. She worked at a local shelter for 6 years and now works at Parkland as a tech assistant. She lives in Sylvan Lake with her Australian Heeler mix, Bobo and enjoys reading, rock climbing, and knitting in her free time.
Groomer
Mallory Paine - Professional Groomer
Mallory is an expert pet groomer with 17 years experience. Her calm and compassionate energy reassures even the most anxious pets. Having managed salons in Edmonton, she now brings her expertise to the Sylvan Lake area. Mallory has groomed competitively and is certified through the CPPS. At home in Red Deer, Mallory shares her life with her partner, their dog and two cats. Beyond grooming, she enjoys camping, creative pursuits, volunteering and fostering animals.
With a genuine love for animals, she treats each beloved pet as if they're her own and will have them looking their best!
Mallory is an expert pet groomer with 17 years experience. Her calm and compassionate energy reassures even the most anxious pets. Having managed salons in Edmonton, she now brings her expertise to the Sylvan Lake area. Mallory has groomed competitively and is certified through the CPPS. At home in Red Deer, Mallory shares her life with her partner, their dog and two cats. Beyond grooming, she enjoys camping, creative pursuits, volunteering and fostering animals.
With a genuine love for animals, she treats each beloved pet as if they're her own and will have them looking their best!
