Our Team

Lakeview Animal Hospital is committed to providing exceptional care for pets and their people. The doctors and staff are knowledgeable and readily available to answer your questions, calm your fears, and make sure your veterinary experience with your pets is a positive one. We want what is best for your furry friends and hope you will put your trust in us to provide compassionate care.

OUR DOCTORS

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of ones soul remains unawakened"

Corinne Herman
Managing D.V.M

Christine Homik, D.V.M

Kristina Parsonage D.V.M.

Kim Harlan
D.V.M.

Elizabeth Durall
D.V.M

Hospital Manager
Courtney

Courtney was born and raised in Battle Creek, MI. She attended Michigan State University and graduated in 2011 with a bachelor's degree in Zoology. She worked as a zookeeper for 2 years until she decided to pursue a career as a a veterinary assistant in 2014. She joined the Lakeview Animal Hospital in the fall of 2016.

She and her husband, Eligah, enjoy music, movies and traveling. Courtney and her husband welcomed a beautiful baby girl, Ellerie, in February 2017 and a handsome baby boy, Reece, in September 2020. They also have a leopard gecko, a boxer named Brutus and a lab mix named Harlie.

Licensed Veterinary Nurses

Stephanie

We have been lucky enough to have Stephanie as apart of our team for the last 10 years! Stephanie grew up in sunny California before moving to Michigan to attend Michigan State University. She graduated in 1995 with an Associate in Science Degree and her Licensed Veterinary Technician Degree. She has a dog, Sadie and a cat named Angel. In her free time, she enjoys reading, kayaking, and going to the gym!

Nicole

Nicole has been apart of our team since 2010! She received her Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Western Michigan University, all while continuing to work in a veterinary clinic. By the time she completed college, she decided against veterinary school, as prefers the nursing aspect of the profession. Nicole received her Veterinary Technician Degree in 2017 and we are all very proud of her achievement! She is not only extremely knowledgeable, she has always been considered one of the most compassionate people you will meet when it comes to your pets! She only wants the best for them and will go out of her way to make sure they have the best possible care! Nicole now lives in Kalamazoo with her husband, Ryan. They have a 2 Vizslas named Whiskey & Bristol.

Erin

Erin joined our team in August of 2020. She graduated from Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology in 2011 with her Licensed Veterinary Technician degree. She has 2 guinea pigs named Northa & Yeti. She also has 4 feline friends- Jupiter, Clover, Sweet Pea, and Jenny Linsky! In her free time, Erin enjoys playing the guitar, painting (farm scenes specifically), and watching horror movies!

Veterinary Assistants

Megan

What part of your job makes you excited to come to work everyday?

I think it is safe to say, Lakeview would be lost without Megan! She has been apart of our team for 11 years now. Originally from Muskegon, she completed her Associates of Science and Arts degree at Muskegon Community College. She moved to Portage to attend Western Michigan University and she attained a Bachelors of Science degree.

Brenda

Brenda has been apart of Lakeview for 5 years now! She has happily been in the veterinary field since 1994 and joined the Lakeview Animal Hospital team in the fall of 2016. Brenda is happiest to help those wonderful, little, furry souls that we call our best friends, return to good health and to continue to stay healthy. Her special interests are in phlebotomy and nursing care.

Kailey

Kailey was born and raised in Vicksburg, a small village just south of Portage. She joined Lakeview Animal Hospital in February 2018. Right now she is enrolled in an online Veterinary Technician program through San Juan College in New Mexico While not at work, or doing school work, Kailey likes spending time with her family, fiancé, and friends.

Sydney

Sydney was born and raised in Southwest Michigan and currently resides in Schoolcraft, Michigan. Sydney is a 2018 Cum Laude graduate of Grand Valley State University where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree; majoring in Biology with an emphasis in Pre-Veterinary Medicine.

Chelsea

Chelsea joined the Lakeview Animal Hospital team in February 2020. She was enrolled at Ross Medical Education Center in the Veterinary Assistant program in 2015. When not working Chelsea loves spending time with her husband Jess and 3 fur babies....Juju, Coco and Emilio.

Amy

Amy grew up in the small town of Baroda, Michigan before moving to the Kalamazoo area. Amy has worked as a dog groomer for 10 years and continues to groom dogs part time. She met her husband, Dane, in 2007 and they were married in 2013. Currently, they have 4 fur babies...a Pitbull named Gypsy, two Labrador/Pitbull mixes named Blondie and Kya, and a kitty named Macy Gray. In her free time, she grooms dogs, loves to hike with her dogs, read, watch movies and is active in her church.

Ashley

Ashley joined our team in May of 2021. She is originally from Otsego, Michigan. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, and her Veterinary Assistant Certificate from Penn Foster. She has two adorable dogs- an American Bulldog names Tyson, and a weimaraner named Cinder! When not working, she enjoys reading, kayaking, and spending time with friends around a campfire!

Brittany

Brittany joined Lakeview in August 2021. Before Lakeview, she has worked at a boarding kennel and the SPCA. She went to Ross in 2015 and got her Veterinary Assistant certificate. Her and her fiancé, Evan, share two adorable little boys- Zaiden & Ronan!

Heather

Heather is originally from Portage, and joined our Lakeview family in 2022. Prior to joining the team, she had her own pet sitting business for 20 years! She has two dogs named Chewy and Lola. On her free time, Heather enjoys golfing, playing on her softball or volleyball leagues, or camping!

Customer Service Representatives

Lesley

Lesley is a Portage/Kalamazoo native and graduated from Portage Central High School in 2003. She got her Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations from Western Michigan University and an Associates Degree in Business from KVCC. She married her high school sweetheart, Justin, in 2008, and their son, Tyler completed their family in 2012. She has been an animal lover and grew up with dogs her whole life. Lesley has a dog named Groot, a sweet and gentle Rottweiler, and a puppy named Rocket! In her free time, she likes to go disc golfing, skiing and having board game night with her friends.

Davie

Davie joined Lakeview Animal Hospital in June 2016. She graduated from Vicksburg High School in 2009. She married her husband, Brandon, in September of 2018. Together they have 2 handsome boys- Mattix and Nixon. If she isn't at work, you can find the family outside playing in the mud, catching bugs and riding quads or dirt bikes. She and Brandon also enjoy playing disc golf, going to car shows and fishing. In her free time, she likes gardening, photography, crafts and a good IPA!