Dr. Richard L. Siegle, Hospital Director
Dr. Siegle is responsible for the growth of our hospital into a leader in veterinary medicine in West Michigan. A 1978 graduate of Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, he carries on the legacy left him by his father, the hospital's founder. His areas of special interest in veterinary medicine are dermatology, internal and preventative medicine and he is particularly sensitive to quality of life issues. Dr. Siegle lives in the Caledonia area with his wife Carla, sons Clayton and Grant, their dogs Dillon and Luna (pictured), and cats Miss Kitty and Sport.
Dr. Steven J. McBride, Medical Director
Dr. McBride joined Dr. Siegle in the practice in 1989. He is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine (1987). Orthopedic and neurologic surgery are special interests of his. He has completed many hours of post-graduate training in these areas at Michigan State University and through continuing education programs at Ohio State University. Dr. McBride lives in the Lowell area with his wife, Kathy, and cat, Stache. In his personal time, he enjoys hiking, backpacking, kayaking and kickboxing.
Dr. Diane M. Vander Wall
Dr. Vander Wall joined our hospital in October, 1999, after graduating from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1998. Her special interests include internal medicine, Acupuncture and Herbal Therapy. She and her husband, Jim, live in the Kentwood area with their dogs, Onyx, Bailey and Mulligan, and cats, Frankie, Kaija, Edmund and Sempre. When not at the hospital, Dr. Vander Wall enjoys gardening, rollerblading and hiking. Dr. Vander Wall says she was attracted to Cascade Hospital for Animals because it gives her the opportunity to fulfill her goal of practicing high quality veterinary medicine.
Dr. Lynn A. Happel
Dr. Happel is a 2003 Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She joined Cascade Hospital for Animals in June, 2005. Dr. Happel's special interests include wellness care, dentistry and oncology. She lives in Caledonia with her husband Bryan, son Wade and two dogs, Rio and Gerdie. Dr. Happel's hobbies include triathlons, trail running, horseback riding and water sports.
Dr. Laura J. Sullivan
Dr. Laura Sullivan joined our team in September, 2005, after having practiced in northern Michigan for 7 years. You may have seen her on FOX 7 & 4 TV news providing "Pet Health Tips". Dr Sullivan is a 1998 Michigan State University, College of Veterinary Medicine graduate. Her special interests include internal medicine, surgery and the human/animal bond. She and her husband live in the Rockford area with their daughter Meghan. The Sullivan household also includes two spoiled cats; Malico, a male calico (pictured), and Baboons, a very spoiled female calico. Dr. Sullivan's hobbies include sailing, biking, hiking and snowmobiling.
Dr. Gregory J. Paplawsky
Dr. Greg Paplawsky joined Cascade Hospital for Animals after practicing for 5 years in the Kalamazoo area. A native of Grand Rapids, he is a 2001 graduate of Michigan State University's College of Veterinary Medicine and a 1997 graduate of Hope College. In addition to general medicine and surgery, Dr. Paplawsky has a special interest in zoonotic disease, dermatology, and orthopedic surgery.
He, wife Allyson, and sons Benjamin and Thomas share their home with two very precocious cats named Reggie and Quincy. Outside of work Dr. Paplawsky enjoys family time, reading, travel, working in the yard, and following local professional and college teams.
Dr. Amy J. Hoss
Dr. Hoss is a 2005 graduate of Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After continuing her training in small animal medicine and surgery at a large referral hospital in Tinton Falls, New Jersey she joined Cascade Hospital for Animals in July, 2006. Her area of special interest is internal medicine. Dr. Hoss and her husband live in the Caledonia area with their dog Riley and four geckos. Dr. Hoss enjoys hiking, bicycling, and other outdoor activities.
Dr. Cherie L. Anderson
Dr. Anderson graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in May, 2007. Dr. Anderson’s professional interests include feline medicine, diabetes, internal medicine, and client education. She shares her E. Grand Rapids home with six cats: Linus, Moo, Bubbaloowawee, Mamoo, Leo and Ollie. During her leisure time she enjoys traveling, horseback riding, reading, gardening and watching movies.