Our Doctors
Dr. Stephanie Ewing BSc., DVM
I began working in veterinary hospitals at the age of 12 as an animal attendant, and loved it. Of all the veterinarians I have had the opportunity to meet and work for over the years, there were two particular veterinarians who were tremendous mentors to me. Their example of dedication and excellence to the profession of veterinary medicine encouraged me as a young student.
I graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree. I was awarded for outstanding achievement in surgery. After graduation, I practiced companion animal medicine and surgery in Brampton for many years and also worked part-time at the Emergency Veterinary Clinic in Mississauga.
I was vice-president and president of the Brampton Veterinary Association in 1997/98 and 2002/03. I have also participated in several panel discussions for the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association on the future of veterinary medicine and job satisfaction in the veterinary profession.
In 2001, I left Brampton for Georgetown and established Mountainview Animal Hospital; my pride and joy. I love working with the people of this community for the betterment of their pet’s health.
In the fall of 2002, I, with 24 other area veterinarians, established the Veterinary Emergency Clinic on Hwy 10. I was responsible for the design and supervision of the construction.
In 2004, I became involved in the new course curriculum at the University of Guelph on communication in veterinary medicine as a student coach. Every year I am responsible for coaching up to 20 veterinary students on communication. It has been a pleasure working with the veterinary students and although I am teaching them, I have found it to be a tremendous learning experience for me as well. As part of my involvement with this program, I was also invited to speak at the first International Conference on Communication in Veterinary Medicine about my experience on communication in general practice.
Being a veterinarian allows me to meet many wonderful people and their pets. I love my patients, even the ones that try to bite me. I enjoy being a part of a constantly evolving profession where the daily advances in science allow me to better prevent and heal disease. Although I teach students about communication between people, it is the communication with the animals that I value the most.
I have two cats at home, Domino and Findling, and one cat who lives at the clinic, Nike. I also have a big clumsy German shepherd named Bear. I am blessed.
Dr. Nacy Swift BSc. DVM
I am the part-time associate veterinarian here at Mountainview Animal Hospital. I graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2003 with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Prior to that, I graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Science degree and a major in Biological Sciences. Since graduation I have been practicing in the Brampton area, primarily small animal medicine and surgery.
I decided as a “present to myself” for getting into veterinary school, I would buy myself a cute expensive purebred puppy, named Gryphon. I explained to my parents that a puppy would be a great learning tool for me to practice my physical exams and so on. He not only taught me what a normal dog’s heart should sound like but also the need for exercise. Just when I thought I could come home from class and relax on the couch, there he was wagging his tail in no specific pattern wanting to go for a long walk!!! At first I wanted to cry but then once I was outside getting fresh air, I felt revived, ready to read a few more chapters from the worlds most boring veterinary physiology textbook. Gryphon taught me the importance of balance in my life, which has stuck with me through the years. I also have a senior cat named Lilly, who was not very happy when we would come to visit her on the weekends at my parents’ house. Let’s just say her life was extremely off balance when we would come home!
I was married soon after graduation from veterinary school and I am blessed with a son named Luke and a daughter named Kate.
I have always wanted to be a veterinarian for as long as I can remember. I can’t count the number of stray kittens and dogs that I have taken in from the cold and nursed back to health. During my veterinary degree, I had to learn to work with and treat all animals, big and small. But I found myself drawn to the smaller animals, especially dogs and cats. I find great satisfaction in making animals (and their owners) feel better when they are sick or injured. I am so happy to be working at a clinic that allows me to practice professionally and within my moral standards. I truly am grateful to be part of a well respected and passionate profession.
Tragically, Gryphon passed away suddenly on Sunday November 11, 2007. I am so grateful to have shared many special memories with him over the past 9 years. Gryphon was truly my special friend and will always be an unforgettable part of my family. I loved him dearly.
Almost a year after Gryphon passed, I felt it was time to get another dog. I spent many hours looking online at the local shelters and humane societies. Just when I was about to give up, I checked one last shelter. He was the first dog to pop up as available. I had to go see him! His name is Rook, he is a 9 year old yellow Labrador Retriever. He is wonderful with my children and fits perfectly into our family. Everyone that has seen him with us, can’t believe that we just got him. He acts like he has been with us forever. Unfortunately, Rook succumbed to cancer a year later.
I currently have a yellow labrador retriever named Arthur who is a lot fun. He is very patient and loves people. Everybody that sees him comments about how engaging his eyes are. My family and I are looking forward to many years of fun with him.
