Our Veterinary Care Team

Dr. Ivan “Zak” Zakharenkov is a veterinarian, entrepreneur, and a passionate advocate for the well-being of veterinary professionals. After graduating from the Atlantic Veterinary College, he worked in various settings across Canada, from emergency to general practice. After 12 years in veterinary medicine and a severe case of burnout, Ivan pivoted to creating products that…

Dr. Ashley Ellsworth is a Veterinarian who has been working in the veterinary field (in various roles) since 2003. She graduated from the Atlantic Veterinary College in 2014. She is passionate about emergency and critical care and has over 16 years of experience in emergency medicine. Her special interests include feline medicine, ultrasound and chemotherapy….

Dr. Cody Bourque is a dedicated veterinarian with a commitment to preserving the bond between families and their beloved pets. Graduating from the Atlantic Veterinary College, Cody’s journey led him back to his roots in New Brunswick, where he embarked on a fulfilling career in general practice. Recently, he has joined the NB Veterinary Urgent…

Dr. Savanna Gephard—affectionately known as Dr. G—is a dedicated veterinarian who brings passion, expertise, and a love of emergency medicine to every patient she treats. Originally from the United States, Dr. G earned her doctorate from the University of Illinois in 2021. During veterinary school, she simultaneously pursued her master’s degree from the University of…

Emily, a Registered Veterinary Technician, joined our Urgent Care hospitals in August 2024. She holds a Biology degree from the University of New Brunswick, graduating in 2019, and completed the veterinary technician program at Oulton College in 2021. With three years of experience in general veterinary practice, Emily has developed a strong foundation in animal…

Keisha graduated with honours from the Veterinary Assistant program at Eastern College in 2022 and has been growing her skills in veterinary medicine ever since. She has a deep love for animals of all kinds—from scales to fur—and feels grateful to work in a field where she can help them every day. Keisha is especially…

Sarah is a Registered Veterinary Technician with extensive experience in small animal medicine. Her journey in the industry took a unique turn in 2018 when she transitioned to the industry side of veterinary care, making a significant impact in various roles. In her role as a Certified Customer Success Manager at Smart Flow and IDEXX,…

Kristen is a client service representative with over 6 years of experience in the veterinary world. She graduated from Durham College with her Veterinary Assistant certificate and quickly jumped into the emergency medicine field, followed by general practice. Kristen joined the Veterinary Urgent Care Group in October of 2023! Kristen has a 4-year-old Labrador Retriever named…

Maddy is a client service representative with a background in emergency medicine and general practice. Since childhood, I harboured a deep passion for working with animals. I vividly recall expressing to my mother my dream of constructing a barn to shelter strays, providing them with a loving home. In 2018, I embarked on my journey…

Kaylie was born and raised in Saint John, NB, but moved to Moncton to pursue her dreams in Veterinary Medicine. She graduated from the Veterinary Technician program at Oulton College in 2021. After spending two and a half years in general practice, Kaylie transitioned to Urgent Care medicine in November 2023. Most recently, in April…

Breanna completed the Veterinary Technician program at Dalhousie University in 2021. She spent the past five years working as a Registered Veterinary Technician in general practice, where she developed a strong passion for supporting and educating pet owners. Breanna recently transitioned into the role of Virtual Service Representative, where she continues to help clients and…