Dr. Fred is a Michigan State University (GO GREEN) graduate. After graduating from MSU in 1977, he spent 2 years at Fort Snelling, Minnesota in the U.S Army Veterinary Corps. Fred & Dara met at MSU and married while he served in the Army. Dara & Fred decided in 1979 to start their own practice in Fred’s hometown of Holland, MI. Dr. Fred enjoys hiking, backpacking, canoeing, hunting & trying to fish.

In June 2023, Dr. Fred retired, entrusting his practice to the capable hands of the next generation. This transition marks the beginning of a new chapter for him as a retired veterinarian, and he is looking forward to more adventures in the great outdoors.

Dr. Chris is a Michigan native and graduated from Michigan State University in 1999. Dr. Chris started with East Holland Veterinary Clinic as a relief veterinarian in 2002 and joined the team as a full-time staff member in 2009.

Dr. Chris has strong client communication skills and enjoys building relationships with his clients and co-workers. Dr. Chris is a strong proponent of preventative medicine and enjoys teaching the community the value of this approach in veterinary medicine.

Dr. Eric graduated from Michigan State University in 2020 and joined East Holland in 2023. Dr. Eric did not always know he wanted to be a veterinarian but has always loved animals. Growing up, he was the kid in the neighborhood who fed the stray cats.

Dr. Eric graduated from business school and worked in an office which he found to be unfulfilling. He decided to return to school and pursue a career in something he was more passionate about, veterinary medicine. He has a dog and four cats and a particular interest in preventative medicine and rehabilitation.

Dara pursued her dream of working in the animal field by applying and being accepted into Michigan State’s Veterinary Technology program in Sept 1975. Fred & Dara met while on a couple’s blind date. Fred finished his stint with the Army in 1979, and they opened the clinic that summer.

Dara has enjoyed working alongside her husband. She enjoys canoeing, hiking at Isle Royale & Porcupine State Park, quilting, and gardening (yardwork)! Dara loves seeing the next ‘generation’ of staff members continue their mission to provide excellent client care.

P.S. She is very much enjoying being a ‘grandma’ of 3 grandkids!

Sam has been a member of the technician team since 2017. She graduated from Hope College in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. In October 2018, Sam started an online program to obtain her Veterinary Technician License.

She is blessed to have a wonderful husband, Michael, a German short-hair pointer Flash, and a kitty named Remington. Remi was only three days old when she rescued him. She and her husband enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, and the outdoors.

Kara graduated from Baker College in 2015 with an Associate of Applied Sciences majoring in Veterinary Technology. After completing her school internship with us, we made her a full-time team member. She loves working with animals, but her passion is dental prophylaxis, educating clients & working with exotic animals.

Outside work, she enjoys walking the trails and going to the beach with her husband and English Setter–Harley. Kara also has two guinea pigs–Pops & Chip.

Connie has been a member of the receptionist team since 2017. Connie was a client for 17 years before joining the team. Connie has a dog Morgan and a cat Mimi. She is married and has two adult daughters, one of which is planning to go to vet school.

In her spare time, Connie enjoys hiking, running, volleyball, the beach, and being outdoors.

Val is part of our technician team with many years of experience working at our local shelter and fostering pets. Val is currently pursuing her veterinary technician degree online through Penn Foster. We look forward to watching her grow and gain the knowledge it requires to be a successful technician.

Bryce has many years of experience in veterinary medicine. Bryce is a licensed groomer as well as an experienced Vet Assistant. Bryce and his partner enjoy spending time with their five dogs and three cats.

Jenna joined our technician team in 2022. Jenna graduated in 2011 from Argosy University, located in Minnesota, with her Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology. After graduation, Jenna passed her national certification test, becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician.
Jenna’s career started at a large animal practice in Wisconsin after graduation and then moved to Florida, where she worked in a small animal veterinary practice. Jenna and her husband are new to Michigan, and they enjoy spending time with their son and Frenchie named Carmella.

Kate joined the EHVC Kennel team in the fall of 2022. Kate is currently a pre-med student at Hope College. Kate has a cat names Josie and 2 dogs Torrey and Belle.

The Colonel has been protecting the clinic since 2011. Colonel Mustard came to us after we rescued him from the engine of a Semco Energy service vehicle. Colonel Mustard loves sitting in his window seat in the lunchroom and if it’s lunch time you better believe he’s going to try to snuggle up with you while you eat.

Samantha joined the East Holland team in 2024, but she has always loved animals. She has previous experience as a veterinary assistant/receptionist as well as having worked for three years in wildlife rehabilitation. She proudly holds both an associate’s degree and a fish and wildlife certificate.

When not at work, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors, going on road trips, drinking iced coffee, thrifting, and hanging out with her two loves – Liberty, a German short-hair pointer, and a tortie cat named Raisin.