Meet Our Veterinarians
Veterinarians
Dr. Lynn Happel, DVM Owner & Veterinarian
Dr. Lynn Happel graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She then worked as an associate for small animal practices in Muskegon and Grand Rapids before opening a clinic of her own in Grand Rapids in 2011. Dr. Happel completed specialized dentistry training with the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) and has been utilizing this training in practice for over a decade. She is one of the few dentistry experts in Michigan and volunteers her expertise at John Ball Zoo as needed. When she is not busy performing the work she loves, she spends quality time with her husband and two sons, riding horses, or cuddling with her pets.
Dr. Meghan Swayman, DVM Medical Director & Veterinarian
Dr. Swayman started at Eastown Veterinary Clinic in February 2020 and became our Medical Director in January 2023. 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 following that pet and their family as they grow and bond together through the years is priceless!
At home, she has one dog, Rue, a 9-year-old Rat Terrier that she and her family adopted in 2016. Rue is sweet and snuggly and likes to bark at anything that moves – in true terrier fashion! She loves spending time with her two kids, Ella and Ryan, and her husband, Keith. They play many 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!
Veterinary medicine has always been a part of Dr. Swayman’s life. Both her grandfather and father were veterinarians. She fondly remembers “helping” at her dad’s clinic and riding in his truck to numerous farm calls as a child.
After studying engineering at Purdue University as an undergrad, she attended Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine – following in her father’s footsteps – and graduated in 2008 with her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. She has since found a love for practicing small animal medicine.
Dr. Ashley Tittle, DVM Veterinarian
Dr. Tittle has been with Eastown Veterinary Clinic since 2012. She attended Calvin College to achieve her Bachelor’s degree in Biology. Immediately following, she went to Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and obtained her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. As a student at Michigan State, she worked in the orthopedics department for two years. After graduation, she worked at Richland Animal Hospital for almost two years before joining Eastown Veterinary Clinic. She loves the day-to-day challenges veterinary medicine provides and is passionate about “head-scratcher” cases. Being a part of building and facilitating the health and bond between owners and their pets has been a dream since she was nine years old.
When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan, dogs, Ellie and Rylee, and her cat, Sheldon. Dr. Tittle also enjoys working with her horse Lyon at the barn and competing in 3-day eventing.
Dr. Kathleen Grace, DVM Veterinarian
Dr. Kathleen Grace grew up along the Lake Michigan coast in Norton Shores. She was inspired to become a veterinarian by her family’s loving and loyal Golden Retrievers. A lifelong bookworm, Dr. Grace earned her Bachelor’s in English at the University of Michigan before splitting her allegiance and attending Michigan State University for veterinary school. Seeking a change in scenery, Dr. Grace and her husband Ryan moved to the Charlotte, North Carolina area for four years after graduation where they enjoyed their time meeting new friends and enjoying the beauty that North Carolina had to offer. Dr. Grace and her family moved back to the Michigan area to be near family in the summer of 2023, joining the team at Eastown Veterinary Clinic shortly after!
General practice suits Dr. Grace well because she loves many aspects of small animal medicine. In particular, she enjoys being able to work hand-in-hand with families dealing with chronic illnesses. She recognizes that the foundation of caring for our patients is a solid relationship with their owners and is excited to work together to achieve the best outcome for your loved ones!
Dr. Grace resides in Norton Shores with her husband, Ryan; daughter, Noelle; dog, Ferris; and cats, Sloane and Cameron. In her free time, she enjoys distance running, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Melanie Chabin, DVM Veterinarian
Dr. Chabin graduated from Michigan State University. Originally from Las Vegas, NV she moved to Michigan to attend veterinary school and fell in love with the beauty of the state and its people. She chose veterinary medicine for the often challenging aspect of treating those that can’t speak for themselves. Dr. Chabin earned her certificate in veterinary medical acupuncture and has a passion for helping your furry family members lead a comfortable life for as long as possible. In her free time she enjoys visiting the multitude of state parks that Michigan has to offer, yoga, and spending time with her family.