Our Team
Dr. Michael Kolla, DVM
Dr. Kolla graduated from the University of Saskatchewan's Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 1979. He joined Westbrook a few years later, and became the proud owner in 1993. Dr. Kolla's dedication is evident in his lasting relationships with countless Westbrook clients and their families. Outside of his practice, he enjoys spending time at the lake with his wife, Carol, and making memories with their sons and grandchildren!
Dr. Boles Makar, DVM
Dr. Makar was born and raised in Egypt, where he obtained his veterinary degree in 2005. He moved to Canada in 2015, where he later obtained his veterinary license, and worked in few clinics before joining the Westbrook team in 2024. Dr. Makar's specialty interest is in internal medicine. In his spare time, he enjoys walking, travelling, reading and trying new restaurants!
Dr. Phillip Deng, DVM
Dr. Deng grew up in an agricultural community in South Sudan, and from a very young age learned to care for animals. He moved to Egypt where he graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Zagazig. Dr. Deng is now a licensed veterinarian in Canada with a passion for small animal medicine and surgery.In his free time, Dr. Deng enjoys running and listening to music - he's also a salsa dancer and active volunteer in the community.
Dr. Kerem Karaton, DVM
Dr. Kerem Karaton is a dedicated veterinarian, with a rich background that spans continents and specialties. Originally from Turkey, Dr. Karaton earned his veterinary degree from a prestigious institution in his home country, laying a strong foundation for a career in Canada. With a particular passion for soft tissue surgeries and orthopaedics, Dr. Karaton has distinguished himself in the field of veterinary medicine through his meticulous skill and compassionate approach.
When he’s not in the clinic, Dr. Karaton is own the gym, snowboarding, or skating! Dr. Karaton has a keen interest in fitness and nutrition, which complements his overall approach to health and wellness.
Jessie Milner | Clinic Manager
Carol Kolla | Clinic Administrator
Carol Kolla | Clinic Administrator
Jessie is committed to ensuring Westbrook exceeds your expectations - she's been our hospital administrator for nearly 30 years! She and her husband Duane, are avid golfers and world travelers. They have two sons, two daughters-in-law, and five grandchildren!
Carol Kolla | Clinic Administrator
Carol Kolla | Clinic Administrator
Carol Kolla | Clinic Administrator
Carol met Dr. Kolla while attending the University of Saskatchewan, where she graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Ecology. She enjoys spending time at the lake with their sons, grandchildren, and grand-pets!
Amelia Matthews | Human Resources
Carol Kolla | Clinic Administrator
Amelia Matthews | Human Resources
Amelia Matthews is often the smiling face and cheerful voice you experience at Westbrook's front desk. Currently enrolled in Human Resources, Amelia is front-and-centre for outstanding customer service but also coordinates team events and schedules.
She is a mama to a golden retriever named Ripley and loves to travel to the mountains in her spare time.
Gayle Bendall | Head RVT
Kristina Bilous | Veterinary Assistant
Alexa Matthews | Customer Service
Gayle is a self-described "Crazy Dog Lady," and proud of it! Gayle is a graduate of NAIT's Animal Health Technology and member of the Westbrook family since 2002. When she's not tending to her "sled team of five Pomeranians," she's having fun as a grandma to her two grand-babies! She's also a motorcycle enthusiast and pianist.
Alexa Matthews | Customer Service
Kristina Bilous | Veterinary Assistant
Alexa Matthews | Customer Service
Alexa Matthews is our resident crazy cat lady! She has 3 cats at home - Mindy, Molly and Maggie.
She is currently in school to become a veterinary technician (RVT) through TRU University. In her free time, Alexa works out and is a powerlifter for Team Canada. She has won many awards worldwide.
Kristina Bilous | Veterinary Assistant
Kristina Bilous | Veterinary Assistant
Kristina Bilous | Veterinary Assistant
Kristina comes to us from Ukraine where she was a technician for a little over a year. She is currently a student at Penn Foster College where she is working toward her Canadian Vet Tech certification. Kristina also enjoys travelling and her dream vacation is to visit Japan. She's fur mama to the cutest Corgi named Bailey!
Aimee Mihalcheon | Customer Service
Aimee Mihalcheon | Customer Service
Aimee Mihalcheon | Customer Service
Aimee Mihalcheon is Westbrook's certified dog and Oilers fan! In her spare time you’ll find Aimee at home journaling, baking, and reading. She also loves hiking and travelling to Arizona to visit family. Aimee has 2 dogs (Diesel and Millie) and a rabbit named Thumper. Her goal is to become an RVT!
Catherine Nowak | Kennel Attendant
Aimee Mihalcheon | Customer Service
Aimee Mihalcheon | Customer Service
Catherine comes to Westbrook with over 10 years of boarding and doggy day care experience.
In her free time she enjoys curling and going to dog shows. She loves travelling and her favourite place to visit is British Columbia. She has 2 dogs named Cooper and Chelsea.
Our Clinic Animals
Turbo
In Memoriam
In Memoriam
There's no mistaking whether you've met Turbo or not - his HOWL stays with you! We adopted him as our own, and you can this Bengal kitty's LOUD chatter throughout the clinic. If he's not on a chair or counter, he's sleeping in a cupboard!
In Memoriam
In Memoriam
In Memoriam
Marcel was a lover, not a fighter. You'd often see him nuzzling clients and nibbling their ears. He came to us through difficult circumstances, but lived out his final years as our resident Pepé Le Pew! We sure miss him.
In Memoriam
In Memoriam
In Memoriam
Peanut brought so much joy our clinic. She was often seen RUNNING down the halls at Westbrook, begging for treats. Sadly, she passed away not long after her 18th birthday. She will be missed by everyone - especially Tracey, who loved her like her own.
In Memoriam
In Memoriam
In Memoriam
Gordie was a Westbrook Team Member for 17 years! He would often greet clients in the waiting room, or sneak away to a random spot in the clinic for a nap! We remember him fondly, and know how lucky we were to have him in our family!
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