Meet Our Team
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Our Doctors
Lynn Happel, DVM
Dr. Happel's Bio
Dr. Happel graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. After graduation, she practiced small animal medicine in a 3 doctor practice in Muskegon for 2 years and then worked in an 8 doctor practice in Grand Rapids for 6 years. In 2010 she decided to open her own practice and Eastown Veterinary Clinic was born June 1st, 2011. Dr. Happel’s special interest within the field of veterinary medicine is veterinary dentistry. She has done hundreds of hours of additional training to learn why dental health is so important and how to perform specialized procedures. Dr. Happel volunteers on the Eastown Business Association Board and the Uptown Business Improvement District Board. When she is not busy being a doctor or business owner, she loves to chase around her two young boys, cuddle with her dogs, cat, and husband, participate in CrossFit and read a good book.
Ashley Tittle, DVM
Dr. Tittle's Bio
Dr. Tittle attended Calvin College for a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. Immediately after graduating from Calvin, she went to Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and obtained a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. During her time as a student at Michigan State, she also worked in the Orthopedics department for 2 years. Once graduated, she worked at Richland Animal Hospital for almost 2 years before joining Eastown Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Tittle loves the day to day challenges that veterinary medicine provides and she is also very passionate about surgery. Being a part of building and facilitating the health and bond between owners and their pets has been a dream of hers since she was 9 years old. When not at work she lives with her husband Ryan, dogs Ellie and Rylee, and her cat, Sheldon. Dr. Tittle also enjoys time at the barn working with her horse Lyon and competing in 3-day eventing.
Holly Mincks, DVM
Dr. Mincks' Bio
Dr. Mincks is originally from Tecumseh, Michigan, and graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology, followed by a Master’s degree in Food Safety. After completing her Master’s degree, she pursued her lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian by attending Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completing her clinical year at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating in 2015. For the past 3 years, she has been practicing veterinary medicine in Gaylord, Michigan, and decided to relocate to the energetic city of Grand Rapids to be closer to family. She has special interests in behavior, cardiology, and dermatology, for which she has attended many continuing education conferences. In her spare time, she enjoys walks and hikes with her Lab mix, Calixte, and spending time with her two cats, Belle and Linus. She also plays drums and percussion with community symphonic bands and enjoys musical theatre and traveling.
Meghan Swayman, DVM
Dr. Swayman's Bio
Veterinary medicine has always been a part of Dr. Swayman’s life. Both her grandfather and father were veterinarians. She has fond memories of “helping” at her dad’s clinic and riding in his truck to numerous farm-calls as a child.
After studying engineering at Purdue University for undergrad, she attended MSU (following in her father’s footsteps) and graduated in 2008 with her DVM. She has been practicing small animal medicine since.
Dr. Swayman started at EVC in February of 2020. She loves connecting with clients and helping ensure a long, happy life with their beloved pets. Meeting a new puppy or kitten with their new family and getting to follow that pet and their family as they grow and bond together through the years is priceless!
At home she has 1 dog, Rue who is a 6 year old Rat Terrier who she and her family adopted about 3 years ago. Rue is sweet and snuggly and likes to bark at anything that moves – in true terrier fashion!
Outside of work, she loves spending time with her 2 kids, Ella (11) and Ryan (9) and her husband, Keith. They play lots of games together, travel for soccer and flag football games and enjoy time at their family cottage in Northern Michigan. She is an avid reader, loves to run and hike, and is working on improving her French!
Management Team
Paul Kernstock
Practice Manager
Brandy Weidenfeller, LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician/Nurse – Facility, Compliance, & Regulatory Manager
Annah Miller, LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician, Director of Operations
Justin Schultz
Director of Sales & Marketing
Carmen M.
Administrator
Licensed Veterinary Technician Team
Mary T., LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Lucy L., LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Sarah D., LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Marissa W., LVT
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Client Service Representative Team
Elizabeth C.
Megan B.
Client Service Representative
Amy Y.
Client Service Representative
Eric M.
Client Service Representative
Katie F.
Client Service Representative
Exam Assistant Team
Kenzie C.
Exam Assistant Team Lead
Sarah D.
Aubrey C.
Tia B.
Exam Assistant
Celia F.
Exam Assistant
Michelle K.
Exam Assistant
We’re proud to serve Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding communities.
As a community-focused veterinarian in Grand Rapids, MI, we offer a new level of full-service veterinary medicine at our facility on Lake Drive. We strive to offer excellence and earn the title as your favorite veterinarian in Grand Rapids.
Location
1350 Lake Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
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Hours
Mon: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tues: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wed-Fri: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sun: Closed
Contact INFO
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