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At Healthy Paws Forward Veterinary Hospital, we believe that a positive work environment for our team translates to exceptional care for your pets. We prioritize creating a supportive and collaborative workplace culture that allows our veterinarians to deliver the highest standard of care.
By getting to know us, you will see how our passion for pets extends beyond our technical skills. We take pride in building relationships with our patients and their owners, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for everyone.
So, let us get to know each other – we would love the opportunity to show you why our veterinary hospital is the best choice for your pets.
Dr. Jan began her career teaching high school Biology and Math. She spent her afternoons assisting the State Veterinarian and discovered her love for animals and veterinary medicine. Dr. Jan pursued her newfound passion in South Africa at the University of Pretoria, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and graduated in 1993. While raising her son Thomas, Dr. Jan ran a veterinary house call practice serving the Canmore, Banff, and Calgary area.
She is now a full-time member of the Healthy Paws Forward Veterinary Hospital team and shares her life with a hairless Chihuahua named Elsie whom she adopted from the Calgary Humane Society. She has a special interest in therapeutic laser therapy, which is a treatment option focused on relieving pain and stimulating healing by applying a laser to the body’s surface. Dr. Jan is a firm believer that most behavior problems can be corrected by using exercise, discipline, and affection, and delights in being able to assist owners with the fears and phobias of their pets.
Dr. Ehab recognized his love for animals as a child when he helped his father with raising birds, especially pigeons. He graduated in Egypt from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Cairo in 1997 and joined the Presidential Guard Equestrian Club as an Associate Veterinarian. Dr. Ehab worked with show horses for nearly two years before he gained an interest in the pharmaceutical and medical devices Industry. He joined a world-leading pharmaceutical company and spent more than ten years moving between different management and consultancy roles, with an MBA in Marketing and Strategic Management.
Dr Ehab worked with small animals in three different countries before moving to Canada in 2018. He completed the Animal Health Technology program at Old College in 2020 and worked as a Registered Veterinary Technician at a number of emergency hospitals in Alberta. After earning his accreditation in 2021, Dr. Ehab worked in Edmonton before becoming a full-time member of our team at Healthy Paws Forward Veterinary Hospital. He has a special interest in surgery and attends professional training conferences throughout North America to further build upon his skills. He takes care of a senior Canary at home and has a special interest in birds, small animals, and horses. In his free time, Dr. Ehab likes to watch movies, play table tennis, spend time with his family, and travel.
Stacy grew up in Ontario and has only recently moved to Alberta. Her passion for all animals, large and small, led her to a career in the veterinary industry. She has worked in small animal practices and managed large equine farms. At the hospital, she enjoys expanding her knowledge on rehabilitation through the use of photobiomodulation. She loves spending time with her daughter and athletic dog named Xena. Stacy hopes to one day compete with Xena in agility!
Danielle has been working in the industry since 2021, but she’s been around animals all her life. She grew up on a cattle farm near Lethbridge. Danielle first entered medicine as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in 2014 but realized she was missing animals in her life. She decided to go back to school to work with animals again while continuing to pursue something she loves. Danielle is passionate about her career and looks forward to getting to know the community, clients, and animals in the area. She’ll always be a farm girl at heart, but she loves all animals, big or small, and is excited to help care for their health and medical needs.
Noelle has lived in Alberta her entire life and has developed a passion for animals that began in her childhood. This love for animals led her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. She has recently graduated from the Animal Health and Technology program at Olds College as a Veterinary Technologist. Prior to this, she gained valuable hands-on experience working as a technician assistant for a year.
Noelle has owned guinea pigs and gerbils in the past and plans to own more animals in the future. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities such as paddleboarding, hiking, and camping. A fun fact about her is that she has a twin sister. Eager to learn and grow in her role as a Vet Tech, Noelle is committed to providing excellent animal care and looks forward to making a positive impact in the veterinary field.
Chris obtained his VOA Certificate at Bow Valley College in 2019. He started working as a receptionist at a busy emergency clinic for 3 years before making the transition to general practice. His parents say he has a small zoo at home with a mix of exotics (reptiles and a rabbit) along side 2 cats. In his spare time he can be found playing video games, or crafting to keep himself busy when he isn’t spending time with his pets.
Randie grew up in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and moved to Alberta in 2009. She graduated from Olds College in 2014 where she attained her Diploma as a Registered Veterinary Technologist. Starting her career in general practice, Randie took the jump to emergency medicine for 4 years, and then made her way back to general practice in 2019. In her not so spare time, Randie enjoys working on her small business, Whisker Squad, making pet collars and leashes. She loves spending time with her partner and daughters, as well as her Blue Heeler Zuri, and two cats. Randie enjoys snowboarding, hiking, camping and practicing yoga.
Charlotte started out volunteering at Healthy Paws Forward Veterinary Hospital and became a Technical Assistant afterwards. She is currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Calgary majoring in Zoology and hopes to continue her studies alongside research in the veterinary medicine program. Since a young age, she has dreamed of becoming a veterinarian and intends to specialize in exotic pet care. Charlotte’s passion for animals has led her to co-found a club at school called Paws United Rescue Society (PURS), which is a club dedicated to spreading animal welfare awareness around the university community. In her free time, she volunteers at the Calgary Zoo and is involved in several extracurriculars at school. Her other hobbies include reading, writing, going to the gym and watching movies.
Mosy began her journey in Hong Kong as a veterinary assistant in 2004 and then promoted to practice manager. She made the decision to move to Calgary in 2023, bringing with her three rescue cats Lin Nine, Pao Pao and Nei Nei who she bottle fed. Mosy has continued her work in the veterinary field, bringing her extensive knowledge and passion to deliver satisfactory customer service.
In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her cats and watching movie with friends and family.
Ever since she was a kid, Caitlin has felt at home around animals. Starting at the age of eight, she discovered her love for animals while assisting her mom with her work at the MEOW Foundation. Not soon after, Caitlin adopted her first cat, Loki, and is on her way to becoming a foster fail by adopting her foster dog, Karen. Caitlin is an advocate for animal rights and supports anti-breed specific legislation or BSL.
Caitlin started as a volunteer at Healthy Paws Forward Veterinary Hospital and was ecstatic to join the team soon after. She is currently enrolled in the veterinary program at the University of Calgary.
Caitlin enjoys spending her free time volunteering at Megan’s Rescue Efforts Society and going for walks with her foster dog. She also loves to spend hours in the gym, reading, playing guitar, and trying to keep her many plants alive.
