Our Team
Meet the veterinarians and staff of Vancouver South
Animal Hospital.
Our compassionate veterinarians and staff are pet owners, too, and understand your pets are important
members of your family.
Our Doctors
Dr. Mira Alardah
DVM
Dr. Mira Alardah is a dedicated veterinarian who combines expert medical care with a passion for making every pet’s visit as stress-free as possible. Certified in Fear-Free practice, Dr. Mira prioritizes comfort and calm for her patients, creating an environment where even the most nervous pets feel safe and cared for.
Dr. Ross Butler
DVM
Dr. Ross Butler is a dedicated and highly motivated veterinarian from Dublin, Ireland. He graduated with first-class honours from University College Dublin in 2020 and has since gained extensive experience in small animal medicine and surgery over five years of practice.
Patient Care Team
Carrie
PM
Carrie is our devoted Practice Manager and cat lover. With almost 30 years of on-the-job training and a BA in Psychology, she’s passionate about helping sick patients recover and solving tough problems.
Her favorite service to provide? In-house diagnostics for timely treatment. Outside of work, she supports animal rescue organizations in her community and hangs out with her 2 Ragdoll cats, who are brother and sister.
Julie
VT
Julie is a Vet Technician who’s fascinated by elephants! She’s passionate about helping animals, having fun with her team, and holds a VOA qualification.
Her favorite service at the practice is surgeries. Inspired by this passion, Julie is working towards becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician. When she’s not working, she’s hanging out with Tobias, Ruth, and Noah, her pups and cat.
Ariel
CCS
Ariel is a Client Care Specialist with a soft spot for Persians, Scottish Fold cats, and mini Pomeranians. She loves interacting with colleagues, serving patients and clients, and admires her team’s dedication and positive attitude.
Though pet-less for now, she looks forward to welcoming furry friends in the future. In her free time, Ariel enjoys volunteering in her community.
Jordana
VT
Jordana is a Veterinary Technician who thrives on building trust with her patients. With certifications in Animal Psychology, Nutrition, and as an Oiled Wildlife First Responder, she’s dedicated to her craft.
Her favorite clinic service? Wellness exams, vital for understanding patient needs. At home, she enjoys the company of Sloane (a rescue dog with a modeling career), Finn and Luca (kitties adopted from VOKRA), and her adorable child.
Eleanor
RVT
Eleanor is a friendly RVT who loves kitties! With a Diploma of Veterinary Technology, she is experienced and enjoys comforting animals while they’re under anaesthetic.
When Eleanor’s not improving pet lives, she’s hiking, canoeing, or crafting. Plus, she’s all about giving back to the community and volunteering for wildlife rescue. At home, she’s got two adorable ragdoll mixes named Fred and Miku.
