Welcome to Ottawa Animal Hospital!

Dr. Heitman has been the owner of Ottawa Animal Hospital since 1989. He graduated from Michigan State University School of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Diane Bergstrom graduated from Michigan State University's Veterinary School in 1989.

Dr. Soper was born and raised in Wyoming, MI. She performed undergraduate studies in Animal Services, as well as her veterinary training at Michigan State University and graduated in 2002.

Dr. Swift graduated in 1996 from Michigan State University with a degree in Animal Behavior and Neurobiology and again in May of 2000 with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Susan Turner graduated veterinary school in 2009 from the University of Pennsylvania.

Heather has worked in the veterinary field for the past 18 years.

Robin is a graduate of GVSU with a degree in Bio-medical Sciences.

John joined our team as a kennel assistant in 2001 and has progressed to be a veterinary technician.

Emily has been a LVT at Ottawa Animal Hospital for 11 years.

Bridgette graduated from Baker College in 2006 and is a Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Allison has always had a passion for animals. She grew up on a dairy goat farm where they also raised and showed chickens, llamas and rabbits.

Sara has worked at Ottawa Animal Hospital since August of 2012.

Julie is a Licensed Veterinary Technician who graduated from Michigan State University.

Brianna started working with the Ottawa Animal Hospital Family in October of 2013.

Amanda was born and raised in Boston, MA where she worked for a small animal veterinary clinic.

Amanda began working in the veterinary field in 2015, and has worked in both general practice and emergency medicine.

Chloe first joined our team in March 2017 as a kennel technician.

Maggie has worked in the veterinary industry for 20 years.

Jami has been in the veterinary field since 2000. She has worked as both a vet assistant and in client service.

Alyssa started at Ottawa Animal Hospital as a kennel technician and is now a client service specialist.

Sarah has recently graduated from Ecclesia College with a Bachelor's degree in Christian Leadership.

Tanja has been in the veterinary field for almost 7 years. 

Mackenzie became a part of the Ottawa Animal Hospital family in June of 2017 and has since enjoyed the many aspects of her job including meeting clients, working with animals, and spending time with the amazing staff.

Samantha has been in the veterinary field since 2010. 

Belinda has been at Ottawa Animal Hospital since 2008 as a client service specialist, but has recently moved to the back to help with medical records.

Samantha's love for animals started early on as she grew up always having them around. 

Stephanie was born and raised in the Holland/Zeeland area.

Katie was born and raised in Holland.