The Staff at
Simcoe Veterinary HospitalSimcoe Veterinary Hospital is staffed with a team of veterinarians and support staff who all share the same passion for pets. Most of us are pet owners ourselves, so you can be confident knowing that when you bring your pet to our hospital, they’ll be in good hands. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about our team!
Dr. Mark Bolton
Veterinarian
Dr. Bolton is the owner of Simcoe Veterinary Hospital. He was born and raised in Shanty Bay and attended Eastview High School in Barrie. He grew up with many of pets and spent a lot of time working on neighbouring farms. He enjoyed helping the animals and had hopes of becoming a surgeon.
Dr. Katrin Schmidt
Veterinarian
Dr. Katrin Schmidt is the hospital administrator and chief veterinary director of Simcoe Veterinary Hospital. She is in charge of making sure all team members understand their impact on the client and pet experience to ensure a better outcome for all. She has always had a passion for medicine, science, and technology.
Dr. Mazna AlMutawa
Veterinarian
Info Coming Soon!
Emily
Registered Veterinary Technician
Emily was born and raised in Simcoe County. She graduated from the Veterinary Technician program at Northern College in 2021 and joined the Simcoe Veterinary Hospital team very shortly after. Emily is Certified in Companion Animal Physical Rehabilitation and offers massage therapy at the clinic to patients who would benefit!
Andrea
Registered Veterinary Technician
Andie has a special connection with special needs and senior pets and has actively rescued and palliated a number of animals in need throughout her career. Currently she shares her home with several cats and dogs, all of whom have their own quirks
Dana
Registered Veterinary Technician
Dana has lived in Simcoe county for her entire life. In 2023, she graduated with honours from the Veterinary Technology program at the University of Guelph Ridgetown and has since worked in both companion animal and wildlife rehabilitation settings.
Jillian Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Jillian is a newer member of our team at Simcoe Veterinary Hospital. Jillian has had a lifelong passion for animals and knew she wanted to work in veterinary medicine from a young age.
Crystal
Veterinary Assistant
Crystal was born and raised in Orillia and currently lives in Ramara. She became a Veterinary Assistant because of a lifelong passion for helping people and their pets. Crystal enjoys all parts of the veterinary field, her favourite part is that there is never a dull moment! Each day brings something unique.
Emily
Office Manager
Emily was born in Richmond Hill and moved to Barrie as a child. She attended Sheridan College for Visual and Creative Arts and then worked in the pet insurance industry until 2019 when she switched to veterinary medicine.
Jaycee
Groomer
Jaycee has been with Simcoe Veterinary Hospital since the summer of 2001, after completing the Animal Care Worker Program at Georgian College. She has also graduated with honors from Classy Clips Professional Grooming Academy and grooms at Simcoe every Tuesday through Friday (by appointment only).
Amanda
Receptionist
Amanda grew up in Orillia and moved to Barrie in 2008. She completed her Medical Office Administration course with Honors in 2010.
Right out of school Amanda jumped into the field of Veterinary Medicine working at a busy emergency clinic for many years.
