Our Team

THE DOCTORS

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

Darrell Greathouse

Darrell graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. After college, he took a job at Dundee Animal Hospital, in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago, where he worked with and married Dr. Evelyn Bartlett.
Darrell and Evelyn moved to the Portage area in 1993, started a family and bought the Lakeview Animal Hospital in May of 2006. His professional interests include internal medicine, surgery and diagnostic ultrasound. He even did veterinary mission work in Africa! When not working, he would rather be on a bike, in a canoe or in the mountains with his family.

Evelyn Bartlett

Evelyn graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in 1990. She then took and internship at the University of Illinois. Evelyn and Darrell were married just over 20 years ago! They have four wonderful children...Jessie, Frances, Tristan and Elliot. Her hobbies include biking, drawing, running, photography, and gardening.

Christine Homik

Dr. Homik is a native of this beautiful state, growing up on a small farm in Grand Haven, and a member of the local 4-H club showing dogs and horses. As a young girl she had dreams of being a veterinarian. She fulfilled that dream, receiving her DVM degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After receiving her DVM, Dr. Homik completed a year-long internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the University of Washington. She spent another year at a busy specialty practice in Fountain Valley, California, under the guidance of a boarded surgeon. She then spent 3 years in Louisville, Kentucky, with a board-certified emergency-critical care clinician. Dr. Homik has done emergency medicine for over 18 years.

Kristina Parsonage

Kristina is originally from the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. She graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Animal Sciences in 2009, then from MSU's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. Kristina has lived in Portage, MI with her husband Oliver since graduating.

Corrine Herman

Dr Corinne Herman is originally from the Golden State of California. She graduated with high honors from the University of California, Davis where she received her Bachelors of Science, Animal Services Degree. Dr Herman then graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2017 and received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree. She worked as in intern at the Sacramento Veterinary Referral Center where she became familiar with a variety of specialties, including: emergency care, neurology, internal medicine, surgery, rehabilitation, radiology, cardiology and critical care. Dr Herman's medical interests include emergency and critical care, ultrasound, internal medicine, geriatric medicine and rehabilitation. In her free times, she enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering in the community, biking, swimming, running and being outside.

Hospital Manager

Courtney Alexander

Licensed Veterinary Nurses

Stephanie Krontz

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 2 dogs, Henry and Sadie and a cat named Angel. In her free time, she enjoys reading, kayaking, and going to the gym!

Nicole Talcott

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 Mathieson

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

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.

What part of your job makes you excited to come to work everyday?
"Knowing I can be there to help not only pets, but also their owners during appointments- the difficult and the happy ones!""
Fun Fact: She got married in a national park in Montana!

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.

What made you decide to pursue a career working with animals?
My entire life I have had animals, and each one holds a special place in my heart. No matter my mistakes and imperfections, my animals always remind me that I am loved anyway. I truly believe animals are a blessing from God; a way for us to be even closer to Him. My past, present, and future pets are a little piece of Heaven. I decided to choose a career that heals and nurtures these amazing creatures because they have healed me in many ways too! Nothing brings me more joy than helping animals!

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.

What are some rewarding experiences you have had working with animals?
Being able to assist with sick pets and contributing to their recovery.

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.

What part of your job makes you excited to wake up and go to work every day?
I am passionate about pets and their care. After working in emergency care, I have seen many things that could have been prevented which has only fueled my passion helping educate pet owners and keep their pets healthy.

Rachel

Rachel is from Three Rivers, Michigan. She received her Veterinary Assistant Certification from Ross Medical in 2018. She started her journey at Lakeview Animal Hospital in July, 2020. Growing up, Rachel always had animals and loves helping others with their fur babies. She has two dogs, Riley (Lab/Pit mix) and Oakley (Lab/Golden Retriever mix), and three cats...Cleo , Waldo , and Ludakit. Rachel shares her animals with her husband, Mike. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, going camping, and spending time on the lake.

Laura

Laura is originally from Kalamazoo. She graduated from Ross Medical with her Veterinary Assistant Certificate in 2014. She has been to South Africa 4 times for humanitarian work! She has a guinea pig named Poot, and a bagel (beagle/basset mix) named Lou! In her spare time, she enjoys reading and boating on Lake Michigan with her family! Her favorite patients to see are pocket pets.

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 recently 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!

Customer Service Representatives

Lesley Jones

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 Canney

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!

Angel Grace

You can catch Angel on the phone when she is working up front, or maybe you recognize her as in assistant in a recent appointment?! Angel joined our team in November, 2019 as a receptionist, but recently started training part time as an assistant! She is originally from Lake Leelanau, MI, and moved to the Kalamazoo area 8 years ago. She has been married to her husband, Nic, for 7 years.