Dr Marie-Pascale L.-Robert, Veterinarian
Born and raised in St-André-Avellin in La Petite Nation, Dr Robert spent her childhood dreaming about caring for animals. At 3 years of age, she was already telling her mom that she would become a doctor for animals! After graduating from the University of Montreal’s Veterinary Medicine Faculty in 2009, she moved to Aylmer and met Dr Michaud, who invited her to join the Eardley Veterinary Hospital team. Seven years later, she joined forces with Dr Rompré to become the business’s co-owner and succeed Dr Michaud in her work. Although passionate about her job in general, Dr Robert has a special interest in surgery and dentistry. She likes developing trusting relationships with her clients and 4-legged patients alike, and always aims to treat every animal as her own. During her free time, she enjoys spending family time with her two kids, her dog, and two cats, or replenish her energy by doing her favourite activities: traveling abroad, kitesurfing, dancing salsa and playing volleyball.
Dr Mélina D.-Rompré, Veterinarian
Dr Rompré graduated from the Veterinary Medicine Faculty in 2009. She practiced several years in Gatineau before joining the Eardley Veterinary Hospital in 2015. Dr Rompré particularly likes preventative medicine, as she gets the opportunity to discuss with owners and help them keep their pets in good health. She also enjoys internal medicine and practices general surgeries. Since April 2016, Dr Rompré has been the lucky co-owner of the Eardley Veterinary Clinic with Dr Robert. Together, they work hard to keep offering quality services to their patients as well as a positive work environment for their staff team. In her free time, Dr Rompré enjoys running. Her senior Standard Poodle Wilson was even for a long time her companion during the short distance races.
Dr Annie Tourangeau, Veterinarian
Dr Tourangeau obtained her diploma from the Veterinary Medicine Faculty in June 2007. Since her graduation, she has been part of the Eardley Veterinary Clinic’s team! She is currently offering us her services part time and feels blessed to have such a great job. She believes strongly in continuing education and devotes herself to expanding her knowledge on the many aspects of her work. She is careful to offer a personalized and empathetic service to her clients. On top of being a fulfilled mom, her “animal” family at home is made of two Labrador Retrievers who bring daily challenges and learning opportunities. Kuiper, an excellent retriever bursting with energy, enjoys participating in duck hunts and Boston, calmer and more anxious, likes to put his nose everywhere. During her free time, she loves any outdoor activity, regardless of the weather, and focuses on all moments spent with family and friends.
Dr Éliane Leroux, Veterinarian
Born in the Outauais area, Dr Leroux graduated from the Veterinary Medicine Faculty in 2004, thus fulfilling her little girl’s dream. After practicing 2 years in Montreal, she returned in her home town. Now full member of the Eardley veterinary clinic team since November 2018, Dr Leroux has a particular interest for internal medicine cases and she likes to take time to listen to her clients to make sure their concerns and needs are well answered. Outside of work, Dr Leroux as several passions including choral singing, gardening and all seasons forest walks which allow her to deepen her knowledge of our local wildlife.
Dr Hélène Fortier, Veterinarian
Dr Fortier has had an atypical academic journey. Following her master's degree in biomedical mechanical engineering, she reoriented her career in veterinary medicine in 2016. It was after a visit to the Eardley veterinary clinic with her dog Flash, examined by Dr Robert, that a passion for animal health was suddenly declared! Five years later and freshly graduated from the Veterinary Medicine Faculty at the University of Montreal in 2022, she joined the Eardley Veterinary Clinic team. Her interests remain very broad (surgery, dentistry, preventive medicine and internal medicine) and will evolve within time! Her hobbies include outdoor activities, group workouts, and movie nights at home with her boyfriend, two cats, and dog.
Dr Céline Gilbert, Veterinarian
Graduated from the Veterinary Medicine Faculty in 1989, Dr Gilbert has a pretty extended curriculum. After working for a couple years in the Montreal area, she then came in Outaouais a few years later and practiced for many years in some clinics of the area. She joined the Eardley team in the summer of 2023 bringing all her strong experience with her. She particularly enjoys being a mentor for our new graduates. Throughout the years, Dr Gilbert always kept the passion she has for her work and her scientific curiosity always pushed her to do a lot of continuous education to always stay up to date with her medicine to be able to treat her patient with the best possible care. She decides to go even further and finished a diploma in Veterinary Acuponcture in 2009 as well as a diploma in chinese herbs complementary medicine in 2015. This makes her an important member of the team allowing us to treat our patients with multiples different options. Even though she as a great rigor and efficiency at work, she also knows how to keep a relaxed vibe around her with her good sense of humor. Outside of work, Dr Gilbert enjoys going for walks, knitting or relaxing listening to good music of all kinds.
Kim Demers, Veterinary Technician and Manager
Working as an Animal Health Technician for the past 27 years, we can still feel Kim’s passion for the veterinary field and what she loves the most is the contact with the clients. After falling in love with the team and business’s values, she joined the Eardley family in the summer of 2023. Kim loves working with people and we can feel it at first contact with her. She is highly motivated by her working collegues’s fulfillment and their constant improvement, the goal always remaining to offer an exceptionnal service to all our clients. With her many years of experience as a manager, she brings support and many ideas to the team while maintaining her great sensitivity and kindness.When she is not at work, you can fin her in the wilderness, searching for natural health products or finishing one of her multiple renovation projects.
Francine Bélisle, Veterinary Technician
Since the opening of the clinic, Francine has devoted herself to her work. She enjoys multi-tasking, be it assisting the veterinarians in surgery, welcoming the patients in consultation or servicing the clients at the reception; there she can also put to good use her many years of experience to recognize and welcome the clinic’s regular clients. When she isn’t working, she is contributing in the many chores on her family farm where she takes care of cattle and all the pets she keeps welcoming there; horses, rabbits, chickens, cats and dogs. Francine is not the kind of person to spend much time resting, and takes great joy in working on her farm with her partner and two kids.
Claudia Houde, Veterinary Technician
Claudia completed her training in Animal Health Technology in 2008 at Saint-Hyacinthe Cégep. She joined our team once her studies were completed and has been expanding her knowledge ever since. She has a particular interest in assisting the veterinarians in surgery and all the more technical aspects of her work. Her great sense of organization is felt throughout our daily workspace and we would have great difficulty doing without her famous label printer! Off work, she enjoys horseback riding and going hiking with her family and her big dog Patate.
France Nadeau, Veterinary Technician
Passionate about animals and nature, France hardly ever holds still. Since graduating from Alfred College in 2013, we have been lucky to have her as part of our team and she is constantly perfecting her skills to better care for the clinic’s patients. She particularly likes surgeries, as well as assisting the veterinarians in all the daily life situations. Additionally, she spends most of her free time on her farm caring for her many animals or enjoying the outdoors with her dog Max and her horse Étoile.
Catherine Labranche, Veterinary Technician
Graduated from the Animal Health Technology program at Cégep de Sherbrooke in 2011, Catherine has been with us since 2015. She always dreamt of working with animals, kitties, doggies and reptiles alike, and her passion for them is felt every day! She has a particular interest in animal nutrition, and it is through continued education that she strives to expand her knowledge. In her free times, Catherine drives a modified, high wheeled Corvette in mud competitions. There is nothing she loves more than her furry 4 legged companions, her one eyed cat Nucly and miss Nova.
Kathleen Carrier, Certified Veterinary Technician
Daughter of farmers, it was after years of working as a cook in restaurants that Kathleen decided to return to school, and in 2016, she graduated from the Cégep de Sherbrooke as an Animal Health Technician. In the same year she also became a certified technician. Kathleen is a passionate woman who enjoys learning and for whom team work is essential. She defines herself as a “crazy cat lady”, and in addition to her infinite love this feline, she also loves the contact with exotic animals such as rabbits, ferrets and guinea pigs. With her three “problematic” cats, she is well qualified to understand the concerns sometimes associated with a new treatment. She will listen to you and take the time to help you out!
Carmen Draghiciu, Veterinary Technician
Since she is a little girl, Carmen is passionnate about both small and large animals. She always knew she would work in the veterinary field. Aniaml wellbeing is one of her priorites and she likes to care for every animal like it was her own. Since she graduated as a veterinary technician from Collège Boréal in 2017, her interest and passion towards veterinary medecine never stop growing. She works hard every day and is always looking forward to improve her skills. We are very happy to have her in our team since 2019. Outside of work she found the best way to be surrounded by nature and animals. She is currently living on a small farm with her horses, chickens, ducks, rabbits, her 3 dogs Tommy, Leo and Gucci and finally her 2 cats Juliette and Nala.
Sydney King, Veterinary Technician
After joining the Eardley team in summer 2019, Sydney graduated from the Animal Health Technician program in Cegep de Saint-Hyacinthe in spring 2020. She always had a great passion for animals and always dreamed of building her carrier around them. Her perfectionism brings her towards technical aspects of the job and she particularly enjoys doing laboratory analysis. Also, her great compassion and empathy give her the strenght to guide each family during the tough last moments with their beloved companions. Sydney recently fulfilled one of her greatest dreams and got accepted at the Veterinary medicine Faculty where she is currently studying to become a veterinarian. During her free time, we can find Sydney on the outdoors. Horseback rinding with her horse Sylvianne, hiking in the forest and mountains, cycling and water sports keep her very busy.
Sidné Benoît, Veterinary Technician
Graduated with great distinction as a veterinary technician from Collège Boreal in 2022, Sidné quickly joined the Eardley team and we are very happy to have her. Passionate about animals and veterinary medicine, animal welfare is very important to her. From a young age and through her dedication to the profession, she did a lot of volunteer work for the SPCA and spent her time caring for horses in the stables. During her summers, she participates in several regional and national equestrian competitions. Sidné has a passion for horses in general. Madly in love with her dog Juno, an adorable 4-year-old German Shepherd, Sidné also spends her free time doing photography and actively training her mare.
Stéphanie Cholette, Certified Veterinary Technician
Born and raised in Abitibi, Stéphanie has always had a passion for animals and she always knew that she would pursue a career in this field one day. Graduated from Collège Laflèche in 2012 as an animal health technician, she began her career in veterinary clinic in Joliette where she worked for several years. She then moved to Outaouais where she decided to obtain her certification as a technician in 2022 as well as a “fear free” certification the same year. In the fall of 2023, Stéphanie joins the Eardley family bringing with her, multiple technical skills. Very hardworking and calm by nature, she knows how to be in the right place at the right time to optimize the flow of the day. She particularly enjoys surgery and dentistry or anything that pushes her to perfect her technical skills. Passionate about traveling, cooking and gardening, Stéphanie also enjoys going camping with her dog Chelsea, a cute Xoloitzcuintli (commonly known as a mexican hairless dog).
Marie-Claude Giroux, Certified Veterinary Technician
Curious by nature, Marie-Claude has always loved learning about wildlife and the different forms of life that surround us. Her passion for animals led her to obtain her diploma as an animal health technician from Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe in 2013. Since then, she has become a certified technician and has done a lot of continuous education to improve her skills and constantly gain more knowledge. She has a high interest in anesthesia, emergencies, pain control and stress-free approach. She also obtained her “fear free” certification in 2021. Marie-Claude has always had a weakness for elderly patients with whitening faces and chihuahuas. Outside the clinic, you could find her in a comedy show, in a good restaurant or simply with her family enjoying the present moment.
Valérie Bernier, Veterinary Assistant
Born in Hull, Valerie started her post-college studies doing a Biomedical sciences Baccalaureate not necessarily knowing where it would lead her. Passionate about medicine, animals and travelling, it is only a few years later, after working in a veterinary clinic in the area for a summer job, that realized what she was meant to be : a veterinarian ! After graduating from her Baccalaureate, she decided to combine all her passions together and study in another country. She graduated from CEU Cardenal Herrera University in Valencia, Spain in June 2023 and after falling in love with the Eardley veterinary clinic, she joined the team the next fall in order to persue her equivalence process to be recognized as a veterinarian in Quebec and earn her right to practice. In her free time, Valerie continues to be very active and passionate in general : kickboxing, wakesurf, ski, snorkling, swimming, cooking, spending time with good friends….every day brings an occasion for new adventure !
Jessica Throp, Receptionist
Jessica was born in Aylmer, where she still resides today. Surrounded with animals since early childhood, she has always had great love and respect for them, which inspired her to seek a position in the veterinary field. She joined the clinic’s team in 2010 as a receptionist and her contagious good mood and high efficacy have been greatly appreciated by both clients and colleagues. Obviously she loves animals, but she particularly likes interactions with clients. She is always happy to see new faces and get to know their four legged companions. When off work, she spends as much time as possible with her family and enjoys lots of outdoor activities. She is passionate about physical activities; especially running and cycling.
Ginette Belland, Receptionist
Following a long career in early childhood education, Ginette decided to take on a new challenge. This led her to become a receptionist at the Eardley Veterinary Clinic in the summer of 2022. Ginette likes being in contact with people, welcoming them, helping them and listening to their needs. Mother of two teenagers, she loves spending time with her children and her husband. Together they like doing outdoor activities such as biking, fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding. In her spare time, Ginette enjoys watching a good movie, playing cards or working out.
Zoé Tessier, Receptionist
Born in Gatineau, Zoé has always loved being surrounded by animals. After finishing CEGEP, she began a Bachelor's degree at the University of Ottawa and is currently studying international conflicts and human rights. Although very involved in school, she still decided to take a part time job and started to work in a veterinary clinic where she can satisfy her love for small animals. In the fall of 2023, Zoé joined our team as a receptionist. Her candor, warm welcome and efficiency make her a valuable asset. Zoé particularly loves welcoming our little four-legged patients to the clinic and interacting with them. When she is not in class or at work, she really enjoys playing sports, dancing and spending time with friends or with her faithful Bear, her Great Pyrenees dog.
Roxanne Lavigne-Leblanc, Animal care Assistant and receptionist
Passionnate since she is a little kid, Roxanne always dreamed of working sourounded by animals, small pets or farm animals. That love animals pushed her to persue her career and study as an animal care assitant at Réseautact in 2023. After an internship at the clinic, she directly joined the team upon graduation. Her positive attitude and contagious energy make her a motivated and hardworking collegue. Her dog Rover and her mare Tequila keep her busy during her time off. She particularly enjoys spending time with them at the stable and go for long walks or hikes exploring new place all around the world.
Mylène Pariseau, Animal care Assistant
Born in Hull, Mylène worked for several years in the field of wood working. In 2022, she decided to make a complete career change to fulfill her childhood dream of working with animals. In April 2022, she completed a program as an assistant in animal care at Réseautact and joined the Eardley Veterinary Clinic team upon graduation. Mylène loves all aspects of her job, but she especially loves spending time cuddling our little hospitalised patients to make their stay as stress-free as possible. Outside of work, Mylène enjoys going camping, spending quality time with friends, and caring for her longtime cockatoo companion Timy.
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