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Our Team

Meet Our Team!

Meet the veterinarians and team of Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!

Get to Know Our Team!

We are dedicated to your pet’s care! We look forward to getting to know you, and we hope you’ll take the time to scroll down and get to know us.

Veterinarians

Emily Gearig

Dr. Emily Gearig

Managing DVM

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Dr. Christy Wauhob

DVM

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Dr. Adam Steffensmeier

DVM

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Kathy

Veterinary Assistant

Kathy, our Veterinary Assistant at Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital, joined our team in the fall of 2009, bringing a wealth of experience covering reception, kennels, and assisting roles. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, Kathy’s love for animals traces back to her earliest memories—her first word was even ‘dog’.

After graduating in 1990 with a BS in Child, Parent, and Community Youth Services from Iowa State University, Kathy spent 8 years counseling chemically dependent adolescents and another 10 years in corporate America. However, her passion for animals led her to Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital, where she’s dedicated to helping our clients and their pets live fulfilling lives.

Kathy’s own furry family includes two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Gilly, and Rowen, along with three rescued cats: Puck, Tazer, and Smash, a black and white kitten from our clinic. In her free time, Kathy enjoys hockey, football, and Indy car racing.

Kathy

Veterinary Assistant

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Sam

Veterinary Assistant

With six years of experience in the field, Sam embarked on her professional journey at the Dubuque Regional Humane Society. A proud graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in Animal Ecology, she is driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge as a Vet Assistant, with aspirations to apply to Vet School in the near future.

Sam possesses extensive training in animal behavior and takes great pleasure in educating clients while delivering exceptional care to pets and patients alike. She is eager to expand her expertise at Grand Avenue, all while pursuing her own research interests. In her leisure time, she delights in reading, listening to music, and enjoying films.

Sam

Veterinary Assistant

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Brian

Brian

Veterinary Technician

With over 40 years of experience in the veterinary field, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to his role as a Veterinary Technician. A graduate of Penn Foster University, Brian takes pride in building lasting relationships with clients and their beloved pets.

Brian is especially passionate about veterinary dentistry, understanding its vital role in overall pet health. Outside of work, he enjoys watching sports, fishing, and spending quality time with his family.

A fun fact about Brian: he has participated in multiple mission trips to Haiti, reflecting his dedication to helping others both at home and abroad.

Brian

Lead Veterinary Technician

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Sway

Sway

Veterinary Technician

Sway has approximately five years of experience working with large animals and two years with companion/small animals. Currently, Sway is an undergraduate student at Iowa State University, majoring in Animal Science with a pre-veterinary focus. A quick learner, Sway is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to animals.

Outside of work, Sway enjoys fishing and participating in barrel racing with horses. Originally from Minnesota, Sway’s family collectively owns 13 horses and continues to expand their herd.

Sway

Veterinary Technician

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Porsha

Customer Service Representative

Porsha is new to the veterinary field and currently attends DMACC. She takes pride in delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each client’s needs. She values clear communication and stays up to date on veterinary medicine to better inform and support pet owners. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, exploring new ideas and foods, and being with her loved ones. With two Blue Heelers, five cats, and two ferrets, there’s never a dull moment in her home!

Porsha

Customer Service Representative

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Cheyanna

Cheyanna

Customer Service Representative

Cheyanna is embarking on her journey in the veterinary field, bringing with her an impressive background in customer service honed during her time in the real estate sector. A graduate of Indianola High School, she also pursued studies in photography at DMACC. Cheyanna takes great pride in offering a warm and inviting atmosphere for both clients and their beloved pets, ensuring they receive exceptional care and attention.

Beyond her professional life, she cherishes moments spent with her large family, which includes seven sisters and seven brothers, as well as friends. Her interests include attending concerts, shopping, baking, and singing. Cheyanna is also a proud owner of two delightful feline companions.

Cheyanna

Customer Service Representative

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