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 part of a team 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, Little Stinker and Hershey, and one cat who lives at the clinic, Tux. I also have two dogs, Reese and Wren. Those who know me, will often hear me talk of Domino, Findling, Bear and Coal. While they are no longer with us, loving them taught me so much, enriched my life, and telling stories of them keeps them close.

Dr. Erica Wick, BSc., DVM

I began my veterinary journey growing up with a wide variety of pets from dogs to horses to amphibians. I was inspired to become a veterinarian after watching my Golden Retriever, Scooter, undergo treatment for cancer at the University of Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. I received my undergraduate degree in Zoology and Scandinavian Studies in 2001 and my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2005, both from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After graduation I completed a 1 year internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at the Animal Emergency and Critical Care Center in Northbrook, Illinois (now called Blue Pearl Specialty and Emergency Medicine for Pets). I have spent the past 7 years working in small animal hospitals in Missouri and the GTA.
I enjoy the great variety of cases that I see in general practices and love building relationships with pets and their families. I treat every patient as I would want my own pet to be treated and find it especially gratifying when a sick animal is able to make a full recovery and go home with a waging tail. I have 2 cats named Finn and Stanley who like to keep me on my toes. In my free time I enjoy scuba diving in exotic locations, knitting, playing the cello, and vegetable gardening.

Dr. Sherry Ekstrom, DVM

Like many others in this profession, I have been an animal lover my entire life. As a little girl I would often try to sneak neighbourhood cats into the house – something that my very allergic mother and cat reactive family dog did not really appreciate. I had talked about becoming a veterinarian since I was 4 years old and after many years of school, I graduated with my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2010.

While enjoying many aspects of veterinary medicine, I have developed a keen interest in internal medicine, dermatology and pain management. In December 2018, I became a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner and have applied this special skill set not only to post-operative patients, but also dogs and cats with acute and chronic orthopedic and neurological issues. Seeing a patient improve and get back to doing what they love is something I will never get tired of.

When I am not working, I keep busy with my husband and 2 sons and I love reading and staying active. No veterinarian’s life would be complete without “furry family members”; I share my home with a cat, Gabriel, who stole my heart as a rescue and Goose, a goofy rescue Beagle who has taught me a lot about patience and the importance of taking time to stop and smell every blade of grass.

I is excited to be a member of the team at Mountainview Animal Hospital and look forward to meeting you and your furry families!

Dr. Sophie Lake BSc., DVM

For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a veterinarian. Animals played a large role in my life growing up, shaping both my passions and career path. During high school and university, I volunteered at many veterinary clinics and at a humane society as an animal care attendant. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Animal Biology from the University of Guelph in 2016, then spent a year working for a veterinary pathologist before being accepted to the Ontario Veterinary College, where I received my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2025.

Although I love all animals, feline medicine holds a special place in my heart. Each cat is unique and requires individualized attention when it comes to handling, diagnosing, treating, and caring for them. I am also passionate about preventative care, as it makes the most financial and ethical sense to prevent disease rather than react to it. I believe annual exams, comprehensive bloodwork, heartworm and tick-borne disease testing, parasite prevention, and dental care are all crucial for keeping our loved ones healthy. I also have a strong interest in community and shelter medicine and am passionate about providing access to care for all animals. This has led me to participate in wellness and spay/neuter clinics in First Nations communities in Ontario, as well as a two-week outreach trip to Guatemala.

Currently, I share my home with one cat, a ginger tabby named Thor. I originally fostered him from the feline blood donor program at OVC and quickly realized I needed to adopt him. Thor is one of the friendliest cats I’ve ever met, and he has even learned to sit, give paw, and lie down. He certainly lives up to the ginger tabby stereotype of being a little bit crazy, which always keeps life interesting.

In my free time, I enjoy staying active by playing tennis or mountain biking with my fiancé. I also help coach the University of Guelph Cheerleading Team, having been a member myself throughout my time in school. I find comfort in creativity as well, whether through scrapbooking, painting, or crocheting.

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