Eastern Slopes Veterinary Services

Tara, R.A.H.T.

Tara grew up on a farm in South Eastern Alberta and from a young age was taught the importance of the care and respect that animals require. Tara was actively involved in 4-H Beef for most of her youth and enjoyed countless hours on horseback. Tara graduated from Fairview College in 2000 and has been an active member of the AAAHT ever since. After graduation Tara relocated to Okotoks and hasn’t left. She joined up with Dr. Rozema in 2003 to start up Eastern Slopes. Tara loves her work and feels very fortunate to be able to work with such amazing clients, pets and colleagues. She feels that client communication is very important and essential in providing the best care for her patients. She believes there is no such thing as a “stupid question.”

Candace Thomson, Animal Health Technologist

Candace graduated in 2002 from Fairview College with an Animal Health Technology diploma. For the past 9 1/2 years she has been working at an emergency practice and in June 2014 she joined the Eastern Slopes Veterinary Service Team! Candace lives with her husband and son on a ranch east of Black Diamond and run a cow/calf operation. In her spare time she enjoys body building, anything involving the outdoors and spending time with family and friends.

Elmer Sandoval, Medical Veterinary Technician

Elmer comes to us from Chihuahua Mexico. He graduated from UACJ – the University of Ciudad Juarez. Elmer is very passionate about making a remarkable, positive change in our patient’s lives. He enjoys the interaction with his co-workers – “We always have something new to learn!” Elmer lives with his wife, daughter and two cats Mureca and Tizol. He has a variety of interests that include Photography, Airplanes and anything to do with Veterinarian Medicine.

Laurie, Veterinary Medical Receptionist

Laurie made the move to the Foothills in 2013 to be closer to the Mountains. Laurie joined the Eastern Slopes team in 2015. With her experience as a Veterinary Laboratory Technician along with years of Professional Customer Service, Laurie will always make you feel welcome when you come through the door.  Laurie has had many pets including a Shih-Tzu, Shetland Sheep Dog, Bull Mastiff and Standard Poodle – all at the same time! A few of Laurie’s hobbies include spending time in her garden as well as hiking, camping, fishing and canoeing.

Kari, Veterinary Medical Receptionist

Kari joined our dynamic team in the summer of 2017.  Her previous Medical Office Unit Co-coordinator experience in the Health Industry also included
Large Animal Practices and Guidelines.  Client care is top priority to Kari who has years of Professional Customer Service experience to offer.  Kari has a teenage Son – which keeps her busy, and is pictured here with her Son’s puppy “Piper”.  Kari is from Calgary, has lived in the North West Territories and now resides in Okotoks.  Kari’s passions include spending time with her Son, camping and riding in the mountains.

Debbie, Veterinary Medical Receptionist

Debbie started at Eastern Slopes in August 2008 and, according to her, has not looked back.  She and her husband have raised their two sons in the country with an array of animals.  The sons are grown, her husband has retired, and the animals are still plentiful.  She has Rogan and Trooper, the pet horse and donkey.  Many named and unnamed cows.  Barn cats Cocoa, Cassidy and the new-comers Hunter, Oliver and Ryder.  Dogs Willow, Hannah and Ringo.  Life is anything but boring at home!  In her spare time you can find Debbie sitting on her front deck relaxing with a  cup of tea and a decorating magazine.