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Okemos

5135 Times Square Place
Okemos, MI  48864

(517) 347-8621

Hospital Number: 0724

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  • Description
    Michigan State University houses one of the nation’s foremost animal health programs. It is quite fitting then that a short drive from Michigan State’s Lansing campus is one of the nation’s most trusted pet health care providers, Banfield Pet Hospital of Okemos.
     
    Banfield has spent over 50 years bringing health and wellness to pets with our pet health services offered at every Banfield location. Whether you are seeking treatment for your dog, cat or something a bit more exotic, Banfield’s Okemos staff is ready to give your pet the attention and care that they deserve.
     
    Conveniently located near the Meridian Mall, Okemos’ Banfield Pet Hospital is making it easier than ever to be an active partner in your pet’s overall health and well-being.
     
    Banfield Pet Hospital is always accepting new pet patients and same day access appointments may be available. Don’t forget to ask our staff about the Optimum Wellness Plan® options we offer to our Okemos guests.
     
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  • Services

    Services Offered at this Location

    • Vaccinations
    • Comprehensive Exams
    • Parasite Control
    • General Dentistry
    • General Surgery
    • Skin Care
    • Geriatrics & Pediatrics
    • Spays & Neuters
    • Drop Off Services
    • Giardia Testing
    • Microchipping
    • Digital Radiography
    • In-House Laboratory Diagnostics
    • In-House & Online Pharmacy
    • Nutrition Consultation
    • Behavior Consultation
    • Personalized Client Web Portal and Mobile App
    • Urgent Care (availability may vary; please call)
    • Optimum Wellness Plans®
    • Canine Genetic Analysis™
    • Care Credit
  • Team

    Dr. Elaine Yip
    Veterinarian

    Dr. Elaine Yip was born and raised in San Francisco. She is a California girl at heart but traveled to the great Midwest to attend veterinary school at Purdue University. Her passion for veterinary medicine includes preventive medicine and nutrition. She has been with Banfield Pet Hospital since 2014 and has at least 6 years combined experience in small animal medicine. When she is not working at the hospital, she enjoys lounging in the sun with her dog (Higgs), hiking and trying out new recipes! More Details >>

    Amber TerHaar
    Veterinary Technician

    Amber received her associate degree in applied sciences from the Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology in Denver, Colorado. She passed her national and state licensing exams in Michigan becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician, and joined the Banfield team of Okemos in July 2014. Amber is a member of MAVT and is looking to further her career as a veterinary technician specialist. She has a boxer mutt named Honey, a corgi named Scout, and a Maine Coon named Emeriss. In her free time, Amber enjoys playing the flute, listening to her hometown marching band, and spending time with family. Her favorite past time is heading up north to the Pine River with her dogs and family and camping out. More Details >>

    Natasha Lower
    Veterinary Assistant

    Natasha is originally from Battle Creek, MI and attended Michigan State University where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in animal science. She loves working with all animals, however, small animals are her favorite. She has two dogs of her own, Parker Grace and Tucker. Parker Grace is a spunky 1-year-old Australian cattle dog, and Tucker is a boxer/bassett hound mix. She loves the pets and clients at Banfield, as well as the friendships among the staff. More Details >>

    Jessi Rizza
    Veterinary Assistant

    Jessi has been with Banfield since May 2014. She grew up in the Chicago suburbs before moving to East Lansing for her bachelor's degree in zoology from Michigan State. She has been working as a veterinary assistant since graduation and will soon be a certified veterinary technician. She is a huge hockey fan (go Blackhawks!) and loves her tabby cat, Smaug. More Details >>

    Katie Crawford
    Veterinary Assistant

    Katie is from a small town and currently attending Penn Foster to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. She began her journey at Banfield in April of 2016. Katie has two cats named Layla and Barbara, and a dog named Callie. Katie is interested in one day in specializing in exotics. More Details >>

    Giana Guerra
    Client Service Coordinator

    Giana has been with Banfield since February 2014. She just moved back here from Colorado (3 years). She is a CSC and loves our clients and pets we see. She has 2 dogs (Loki and Iris) and 5 cats (Bon Qui Qui, Simba, Kovu, Kiara, and Mymy). Giana loves to laugh and make people smile. More Details >>

    Karah LeBuda
    Client Service Coordinator

    Karah has been with Banfield since March 2016. She is currently going to school to receive her Veterinary Technician License, as well as a degree in zoology. It has always been her dream to work with animals, and Karah loves spending time with all of the pets that come to Banfield Okemos. More Details >>

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