OUR VETERINARIANS
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Bret Peterson, DVM
Owner and Veterinarian
Dr. Bret Peterson grew up near Chicago, which is when he developed his love for the Chicago Cubs. He earned his Bachelor's in Biology from Knox College and his doctorate of veterinary medicine from Iowa State University. Dr. Peterson worked as a small animal veterinarian and surgeon in Wisconsin before relocating to Springfield and becoming the owner of Laketown Animal Hospital in 2018. He has a special interest in soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, along with internal medicine, and he takes great pride in building a staff who is passionate about what they do. During his free time he enjoys woodworking and spending time with his wife and daughter. They especially enjoy beach days where they can rediscover the simple pleasures through their daughter's eyes such as building sandcastles and playing in the waves. They recently adopted a kitten, named Meowy.
Aaron Felgenhauer, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Aaron Felgenhauer (Fell-ghen-how-er) joined the Laketown veterinary staff in 2018. Originally from central Illinois, Dr. Felgenhauer earned his BS and DVM degrees from the University of Illinois. He has a special interest in internal medicine and nutrition. When he isn't working, Dr. Felgenhauer enjoys spending time with his family, especially his daughter. He also loves traveling, playing sports, and watching sports. A few of his favorite teams are the St. Louis Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, and the Fighting Illini.
Susan Fisherkeller, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Susan Fisherkeller was born and raised in Springfield and is proud to have spent her life getting to know the ins and outs of the capital of Illinois. She graduated with her Bachelor's in Biology and her doctorate of veterinary medicine from the University of Illinois. Dr. Fisherkeller loves kayaking, traveling (especially to Europe), and has a special interest in pairing wines with different cuisines. She is extremely close with her friends and as she likes to say, the "young-ins" who work with her. Dr. Fisherkeller has opened her home to many rescue dogs in the past, with Sam being the most recent.
Alex Fuchs, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Biography for Dr. Alex Fuchs (Fox) coming soon!
Cassie Vespa, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Biography coming soon!
Lauren Steininger, DVM
Associate Veterinarian
Biography for Dr. Lauren Steininger (Stine-inn-gur) coming soon!