Veterinarians

Dr. Kevin Harris BSc, DVM
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​Dr. Harris obtained his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Manitoba. He then went on to become a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, graduating from the University of Saskatchewan. After working at clinics around British Columbia, he opened Trenant Park Pet Clinic in 1990.
​Dr. Harris belongs to "Skinny", a Staffordshire Terrier mix who he rescued from Louisiana after volunteering for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts, a troublesome Pug, "Mr. Funny Man", and "Hilary" and "Obama" the cats. 
Dr. Nadia Yechouron BSc, DVM
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Dr. Yechouron received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology from McGill University. She then graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Université de Montréal. Dr. Yechouron has been a part of the Trenant Park team since 1997. Dr. Yechouron has three children and one very spoiled Yellow Lab, "Penny" (pictured)
Dr. Elena Galvez-Corral, DVM

Dr. Galvez grew up surrounded by animals including birds, horses, rabbits, dogs,cats and turtles. She graduated from the Completense University of Madrid in Veterinary Medicine in 2013. Dr. Galvez joined our team at TPPC on early 2021, after working in other practices in the lower mainland.
She enjoys hiking and horseback riding in summer and (really!) loves skiing in the winter time. Her pet family is made up of a very friendly dog named “Juno”. She is very passionate about providing Veterinary care to the community and looks forward to meeting you and your pets!
Dr. Debbie Archeck, DVM
Bio coming soon
Dr. Jessie Hare, DVM

Dr. Hare obtained her Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology from the University of Western Ontario.  She then went on to obtain her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Ontario Veterinary College.  She has been practicing in British Columbia since 1998 and recently joined us at TPPC. In her spare time she can be found on the North Shore, either trail running, hiking or snowshoeing. 

Practice Manager

Breanne,  Practice Manager 

Breanne started at Trenant Park in 2018 as a Veterinary Assistant and since early 2020, has been our Practice Manager. She graduated from the Veterinary Assistant program at Granville College in 2016 and has worked in various clinics in the Lower Mainland. On her days off, she enjoys the outdoors, painting, collecting star wars memorabilia and traveling with her dog and Co-Manager Milo. 

Registered Veterinary Technologists

Veterinary Technologists (or "Vet Techs") provide front-line care for veterinary patients under the supervision of veterinarians. They have achieved a two year diploma in Veterinary Technology. After completing this program, they write the Veterinary Technician National Examination in order to become a Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT). In order to keep this title, RVTs must complete a certain amount of continuing education every year. All of the Vet Techs at TPPC hold the 'RVT' title. Vet Techs assume many of the technical duties and care of patients including, but not limited to: 
•Assisting veterinarians during procedures
•Phlebotomy and intravenous catheter placement
•Performing diagnostic tests such as radiographs, urinalysis, fecal exams and blood tests
•Conducting dental cleanings, dental radiographs and charting
•Preparing animals for surgery, inducing anesthesia, monitoring surgical patients and post-anesthetic recovery
•Providing nursing care for hospitalized patients and documenting medical charts
•Dispensing prescription medications under the direction of a veterinarian
•Educating pet owners on many aspects of animal care and welfare
Andrea, RVT

Andrea joined TPPC in 2014. She graduated from Thompson Rivers University as a Registered Veterinary Technologist after 10 years of experience in the veterinary field. Andrea has a special interest in anesthesia. She has a Staffordshire/Aussie Shepherd mix named "MacGruber". In her spare time, Andrea enjoys hiking with her husband and MacGruber, watching movies and spending time with her family.
Denise, RVT

Denise joined Trenant Park in November of 2013.  After graduating from Thompson Rivers University, she worked in hospitals in Edmonton and Vancouver before going in search of something else in Melbourne, Australia. After five years in various small clinics in Australia and a large specialty surgery practice she returned home. She has a fat blond pony who lives in the Interior with her sister where he has space to roam and be a horse, as well as 2 Longhair Dachshunds named "Missy" and "Breezy". 
Jessica, RVT

Jessica joined the TPPC team as a kennel assistant in 2014. After graduating from Douglas College's Veterinary Technology program, Jessica joined the technician team. Jessica has a special interest in laboratory diagnostics as well as wildlife. She has volunteered her time at the Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (OWL) in Ladner. Jessica has a dog and a cat. "Winston", an English Bulldog, and "Legolas" a 3 legged Domestic Short Hair that she adopted from the Delta Community Animal Shelter. 
Melissa, RVT

Melissa joined the TPPC team in May of 2017.  Melissa graduated from Douglas College with a diploma in Veterinary Technology and brings over 10 years of experience in the veterinary industry.  She enjoys anesthesia, dentistry and providing a high level of nursing care to all of our patients.  When she is not at work, Melissa enjoys hiking and spending time with her family.
Fiona, RVT

Fiona has been working at TPPC since July 2019. She spends her days off riding her horse Luna, hiking with her dog Digit or relaxing with her cat Toby.  Fiona has a special interest in surgery and large animals. 

Veterinary Assistants / Receptionists

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Kim: Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist

Kim graduated from the Veterinary Assistant Program at Vancouver Career College and joined us in 2008.  Kim often assists the Doctors and Technicians in the exam room and in surgical preparation and works in Reception.
Kim shares her home with 1 dog and 3 cats.  "Mui" is a "Mexican Mutt" who was rescued from Mexico through TPPC. "Leonard", a former TPPC clinic cat who she fell in love with. "Elvira" & "Roseanne" are two DSH sisters also adopted from TPPC in 2009. Kim is convinced they share 1 brain! 
Outside of work, Kim enjoys spending time with her animals, painting, drawing, and yoga.
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Sarah: Veterinary Assistant & Reception 

Sarah joined the TPPC team in November of 2017.  She is a graduate of the Veterinary Technician Assistant program at Granville college. She has a Miniature Australian Shepherd named Frankie and a cat named Nora. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys hiking, drawing, reading and yoga.
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Heather: Receptionist

​Heather joined the team in 2017. She brings with her over 20 years of experience in veterinary clinics throughout the Lower Mainland. Heather enjoys hiking, fishing, and traveling.
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Gen: Receptionist

Bio coming soon.

Natalie: Reception/Vet Assistant

Meet Natalie!
​You may see Natalie assisting the Doctor with your beloved pets or hear her voice on the other end of the phone. Natalie graduated from the Veterinary Assistant Course at Granville College early 2020 and has been working at Trenant Park ever since!  When she gets some time off, she enjoys traveling and learning new cultures.  She has a dog named Chase and spends most of her time running around with him!
Coralie: Vet Assistant

Coralie studied at the Francophone campus of the University of Alberta, obtaining a BSc in biological sciences in 2014. After a prolonged visit to Australia where she spent her time volunteering at a wildlife park and traveling the country, she completed her Veterinary Technicians Assistant Diploma from Granville College. With the dream job checked off, she now lives happily every after with her roommates: Skittles the beautiful but mischievous ball python and Squirt the rightly narcissistic geriatric blue tongue skink.