The Doctors

Dr. Phil Stacey started Saanichton Village Veterinary Hospital in 2013. He graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1995.  His joy is animals and his passion is medicine. 

Dr. Angela Frost has been the co-owner of the practice since 2013. She supports us with training and the running of the hospital.

Dr. Meg Lainson has been practicing veterinary care on the penninsula since 2006 and assists in our general practice. In her off time she enjoys scent training with her dog, Lynyrd, agility training with Mira and taiko drumming in her spare time.

Dr. Angelina Koller grew up in Salmon Arm B.C. and graduated from the Western Collage of Veterinary Medicine in June 2024. In her spare time she enjoys reading, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her 3 pet rats.

Carolyn has been in the veterinary industry for almost 25 years working in mixed practice and emergency. She has become an indispensable member throughout the clinic. You can find her in reception, treatment, training or helping clients

In her spare time she loves hiking with her dogs, gardening and playing with horses.

You can find Bryn behind the reception counter or busy in her office keeping the business side of things organized! When she's not here you can find her gardening, crafting or spending time with her adorable cockapoo Finn and her two cats Rue and Beau.

  Zoe joined the SVVH team in 2021. As inventory manager and receptionist you will see her throughout the hospital maintaining stock, ordering our compounded pharmaceuticals, checking with myVETstore orders and behind the  reception desk. Maya is her beautiful kitty she spends her down time with.

Rachel graduated from the University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus in 2018. She has discovered a passion for emergency medicine and we are very excited for her to share her wealth of information. In her spare time Rachel enjoys mixed martial arts as her main hobby!

Laura was born and raised on Vancouver Island and joined our team in 2020. She has a tremendous work ethic, a great sense of humor and has been a fabulous addition to the practice. In her spare time she enjoys playing baseball and fishing!

Hanna has returned home to Vancouver Island after a three year stint in Hawaii. While in Hawaii she adopted her best friend Fran! You can find these two enjoying our beautiful island trails and lakes on her days off. Hanna is an amazing receptionist, vet assistant and a wonderful addition to our team!

Katie has many responsibilities as a Veterinary Assistant. She supports the Drs, treatment room and reception. Katie keeps the flow of the clinic running smoothly. Her friendly nature keeps our clients and patients at ease. She started off with her One-eyed Ginger cat, Toby, and has now grown her fur family into a family of four with Sadie, Kelso and Wally.

 Victoria has been working in the veterinary industry as a vet assistant since 2020. In her spare time she loves to hike with her dog Nova and snuggle with her two kitties Jiggy and Mimi. You may see Victoria in the exam room taking patient history for your veterinarian. We think you will enjoy her cheerful, friendly manner! We sure do!