Dr. Sarah Barthelemy
​Practice owner/veterinarian

Hello, my name is Dr. Sarah Barthelemy and I would like to welcome you to Crowchild Trail Vet! I graduated from Murdoch University in Western Australia in 2012 and began my career as a small animal practitioner in Vernon, British Columbia. In 2015 I moved to the beautiful city of Calgary where I continued my work as a small animal veterinarian while also searching for an opportunity to purchase a practice. In the Fall of 2017 my dream of becoming a practice owner came true and I became the proud owner of Crowchild Trail Veterinary Clinic.
While I enjoy many aspects of veterinary medicine, my special interests are internal medicine and ultrasonography. Outside of my regular clinical work, I also enjoy undertaking volunteer work and am a member of the Canadian Animal Assistance Team. My volunteer efforts have primarily taken me to Fiji, where I have spent time working with the SPCA and offering veterinary services in remote areas where animal care is typically unavailable.
Outside of my career, my true love is my husband Darwin and our two very energetic sons, Nicholas and Sebastian. I enjoy many activities outside of work including traveling, soccer, staying physically fit, and restaurants.
I feel so fortunate to have found a career that I am truly passionate about and I look forward to sharing that passion with my clients and their pets!

Dr. Dana Decker
​Associate veterinarian

Hello! My name is Dr. Dana Decker and I was born and raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. I graduated from Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia in 2012 after which my husband Bill and I moved to Colorado. For 2 years I worked at a high volume commercial horse breeding facility as the on-site veterinarian. In 2014 I made the decision to switch  to small animal medicine and have been loving it ever since. 
After being away from Canada for 15 years, we decided to pack up our 3 dogs and 2 horses to move to Okotoks in order to be closer to family. I have a special interest in surgery and special love for “squishy faces” (bulldogs, etc)! I also maintain a serious passion for equine breeding. I am very excited to be a part of the Crowchild Trail Veterinary team and can’t wait to meet more of our clinic’s fantastic clientele!

Tammy Cesario
​Practice Manager

My name is Tammy and I was born in Winnipeg, MB and moved to Calgary shortly thereafter. Growing up, I was always surrounded by many furry friends (and some not so furry!). Hamsters, Rabbits, a Hedgehog, Newts, Frogs, Fish, a Turtle, Dogs, Cats and even a Duck have made up my menagerie! I have worked in the animal industry for well over 20 years, but in 2002, I joined the Crowchild Trail Veterinary Clinic where I decided to turn my passion for animals into a career.
My current animals include a beautiful Dilute Calico named Maddie, a crazy little Miniature Pincher X Miniature Schnauzer named Fritz, a cute little Hamster named Chestnut and a variety of tropical fish.
I also share my home with my other half, Dino and our young, energetic daughter, Claudia. In my time away from the clinic, I enjoy going for long walks anywhere in nature, family vacations, camping, and having “movie nights” with our daughter!

Angelica Dodd
​Registered Veterinary Technician

Hi! I graduated from Thompson Rivers University in B.C. in 2011, but have been part of the animal world since 2002, ranging from reception, tech assistant and now to a technician. My experience has come in a multitude of settings ranging from primary care in small-town Newfoundland to busy emergency practice here in Calgary. I joined the team here at Crowchild in April 2018 and I excited to continue my journey with the practice!
​In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, human and animal. I have a beautiful daughter, Kadence, 2 beautiful cats, Lenny and Carl, and a wonderful fiancé.
​I look forward to meeting clients (new and current) and their furry friends!

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Alex Fisher
Technician Assistant

My name is Alex and I am a fun, friendly and hardworking member of the Crowchild Trail team.
I graduated from the Veterinary Office Assistant program at Bow Valley College in May 2016 and have been working as a Technician Assistant since then.
I may be new to the veterinary field, but I am definitely not new to caring for and loving animals. I have always had a passion for animals and am really excited and grateful to work with and care for them every day.
While I love all animals, I am always happy to be called a “cat person”, as I have never lived without a little feline friend beside me. I currently shares my home with Maria, a sassy little black cat!
I am excited to be a part of the Crowchild Trail team, and to have the chance to get to know and care for all of the wonderful patients here at Crowchild Trail Veterinary Clinic!

Kim Stewart
Technician Assistant/Veterinary  student

​Hi there! My name is Kimberly Stewart and I am a second year vet student at the University of Calgary’s faculty of Veterinary Medicine. I am a born and raised Calgarian with a love for creatures, both big and small! I have grown up around horses and have a passion for showjumping as well as western pleasure. When I’m not at school or the clinic you can usually find me at the barn, volunteering or hanging out with friends and family. I also love to check out the cool restaurants Calgary has to offer. 

I have a keen interest in mixed animal practice as well as large animal reproduction. I am very excited about the opportunity to learn from some of the best here at Crowchild Trail Vet Clinic!

Cyndi McCorkell
​Reception

Hi, my name is Cyndi! I am a native Calgarian so I have always been a country girl. I grew up around a variety of animals including horses, chickens, and cows, so having a career in the animal field was a natural choice. 
I've worked primarily in veterinary clinics, dealing with not only dogs and cats, but also exotic pets such as birds, ferrets, and even reptiles. 
I owned my own dog grooming business for 20 years, which I operated out of my house, and for a number of years I managed a pet store where I organized fundraisers and special events. 
My home life is spent with my husband, Terry, and our 3 dogs. We have 2 schipperkes, "Archer" and "Mystic", and a Bichon X named "Kyro". 
Most of our time right now is spent remodelling our house, and with 3 senior dogs who require some extra TLC, it's taking some time to finish! We do love to travel, so we get a way when we need some TLC ourselves. I look forward to meeting you and your four-legged family members. I'll be the on taking their picture!

Karen Walker
Reception

Hello! My name is Karen and I graduated with a diploma in Animal Health Technology from Fairview College in 1998.  I began working at Crowchild Trail Veterinary Clinic in January 2000 in a full time capacity, but changed to a part time position on Saturdays once I started having children. I am a mother to 3 wonderful children, and I now run a day home as my full time job during the week. When I am not at work you can find me baking, spending time with my children, watching theatre, sewing costumes, running lines, making props, watching choreography, reading stories or playing with the pets.  I have 2 pets, a dog named Loki and a cat named Valkyrie (though Loki is rather positive that Valkyrie belongs to him).

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