Meet the Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital Team
At Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital, we are dedicated to serving the pet care needs of the East Gwillimbury community. Our experienced and compassionate veterinarians, including Stephanie Horgan Smith and Alexsis Bhambrah, supported by our qualified hospital and kennel staff, are committed to providing high-quality care for your beloved pets. With a deep love for animals as a prerequisite for working here, you can be confident that our staff will treat your pets with the utmost gentleness and enthusiasm.
Veterinarians
Stephanie Horgan Smith
Veterinarian / Owner
Dr. Steph Horgan Smith graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2011. After graduation she spent a year and a half working in a small clinic in Durham, Ontario treating equine and small animal patients. She joined the Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital team at the beginning of 2013. Steph grew up in Newmarket, and is excited to return and be able to provide veterinary care for patients in her home town. She currently resides in Stouffville with her husband and two children, her dog (Tucker), and cat (Piper). She spends her free time playing hockey, soccer, and riding her horse (Guinevere).
Alexsis Bhambrah
Veterinarian
Dr. Alexsis Bhambrah graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in the Spring of 2020. Ever since she was a young girl, she has wanted to help animals in need. She is grateful to be a part of the world of veterinary medicine and to work with clients to provide the best quality service and care for their furry loved ones. Dr. Bhambrah is passionate about cardiology, shelter medicine, and exotic animal medicine. She currently resides in East Gwillimbury with her husband and her fur family which includes a little Australian Shepherd (Raven), a handsome Golden Retriever (Brian), a talkative Tabby (Zoey), and a playful Ragdoll (Ellie). In her spare time, she likes to cook, watch movies, and go on hikes with her dogs.
​Hospital Staff
Jill graduated from the Seneca Veterinary Technician program in 1991 and has been here at Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital ever since! Having been here the longest, Jill basically runs the hospital and keeps the rest of us in line! She loves spending time with her two daughters and their families, including her three grandchildren. When Jill isn't at Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital you can find her out riding her motorcycle or in her garden.
Veterinary Technician
Jill Collins
Denise joined Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital at the beginning of 2013. She has had pets her entire life making the hospital feel just like home. She loves coming to work and spending the day interacting with a variety of animals and their owners. She shares her home with her dog (Mavis), and her cat (Owen). She spends her free time with her three daughters, Amanda, Jessica, and Rebecca, and her three grandchildren Ella, Carter, and Briar.
Kennel Supervisor & Veterinary Assistant
Denise Low
Jen joined the Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital team in December 2020. A former Graphic Designer, she decided to put away her crayons and pursue her passion working with animals. Her uncle, a former dog handler and instructor for the prison services in Britain, would be very happy to see that she has followed in his footsteps working with dogs. Jen has her Canine First Aid and CPR certification and has taught agility and Hoopers. She enjoys watching her cat (Megatron) terrorize her Labrador Retriever (Rizzo). In her spare time she plays guitar, piano, as well as baseball and volleyball.
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Veterinary Assistant & Animal Care Attendant
Jennifer Anderson
Debbie (Dr. Steph's mom) joined the Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital team in September 2022. Debbie was a classic animal lover as a child, bringing home stray dogs to her not so keen parents. As an adult she imparted this love of animals onto her husband and her 2 daughters. She spent 20 years as a Banker and 23 years as General Manager of a Marking Device Company unit it recently closed down. Throughout this time she adopted, cared for, and provided hospice to countless animals in need. Today she lives on a Hobby Farm with 4 generations of her family, dogs, a cat, pigs, ducks, a goose, rabbits, and bees. She loves spending time with her 5 grandchildren.
Office Administrator & Receptionist
Debbie Horgan Smith
Bri joined the Goldenvale team at the end of January 2023. Growing up, her dad bred boxers for Tanoaks Boxers in Barrie ON. Bri has tons of experience with dogs from different age ranges. Her devotion for animals surpasses the superficial admiration of their cute appearance to their friendly nature. Bri is Fear Free certified and has obtained her Canine CPR and First Aid certifications. She enjoys spending her time with her Tabby (Sterling) and hiking with her German Shorthaired Pointer (Macey). Bri is currently studying to become a Veterinary Technician (Class of 2027). When she's not at Goldenvale you can find her dog walking, pet sitting, or enjoying herself outdoors.
Veterinary Assistant & Animal Care Attendant
Brianna Meyers
Sam joined the Goldenvale Veterinary Hospital team in the summer of 2022. Having graduated in 2024 with her Bachelor of Science, Honours Degree in Animal Biology from the University of Guelph, Sam plans to apply to veterinary school with aspirations of becoming a small animal veterinarian. Sam enjoys traveling, fishing, and spending time with friends and family.
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Veterinary Assistant & Animal Care Attendant
Samantha Wootton
Kennel Staff
Elle Grant
Kennel Attendant
Elle joined the Goldenvale team in 2019. She has always had a profound love of animals and is working towards becoming a veterinarian. Elle recently graduated from Thompson Rivers University in their Regenerative Agriculture Program. She spent two years in British Columbia working on a ranch and is excited to be back taking care of your beloved pets. Elle spends her days off with her pets Australian Shepherd (Stella), cat (Slim Shady), leopard gecko, and chickens.
Jessie Low
Kennel Attendant
Jessie joined the Goldenvale team in 2017.  Jessie has had many pets throughout her life which makes working at Goldenvale feel like home. Jessie lives with her boyfriend, Josh, her 2 children, Carter and Briar, and their new Husky puppy, Opie. In her spare time Jessie and her family love to go camping, swimming, and watching Carter play soccer.
Brooklyn Bales
Kennel Attendant
**BIO TO COME**