Dr. Jason Steinman, DVM

Dr. Steinman graduated from University of Guelph in 1999 and began practicing at the Uxbridge Veterinary Hospital where he continues to care for pets with his partners and associates. In 2007, Thicketwood Veterinary Hospital provided a new opportunity for Dr. Steinman and Dr. Cole to expand their quality services and care to the Stouffville and surrounding area.

Dr. Steinman lives in Uxbridge with his wife, two children and his dogs, Sue, Lu and Lindy.

Dr. Wayne Cole, DVM

Dr. Wayne Cole received his B.Sc. (1987) from the University of Guelph with an emphasis in microbiology and toxicology. Following his bachelors degree, he graduated from Ontario Veterinary College (D.V.M) in 1992. At graduation he was awarded the Small Animal Surgical Skills Award from the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Dr. Cole also received a certificate from the Veterinary Management Institute, a joint program involving Purdue University and the American Animal Hospital Association.

Dr. Cole maintains membership in the College of Veterinarians of Ontario, Ontario Veterinary Medical Association, Toronto Academy of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society and the American Association of Feline Practitioners. He has a special interest in feline medicine and surgery.

Dr. Cole lives in Uxbridge with his wife an three sons. He has one cat Milo and a Boston Terrier cross Izzy. Dr. Cole is an avid fitness enthusiast and has been training Jiu Jitsu for many years. Dr. Cole can be contacted at either our Stouffville or Uxbridge hospitals.

Dr. Ben Poynter, DVM

We would like to welcome Dr. Benjamin Poynter to Thicketwood Veterinary Hospital and Uxbridge Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Ben (as he prefers to be called) will be a great addition to our team!

In Ben’s own words…“I grew up having many pets and loving all kinds of animals, so becoming a veterinarian was just a natural step for me. As a teenager, I volunteered and worked in a vet clinic and several farms to gain experience.
I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Guelph and then moved to Dublin, Ireland to pursue my life-long dream at UCD School of Veterinary Medicine. During my studies in Ireland, I had the opportunity to do one of my required placements closer to home and I worked alongside staff at Uxbridge Veterinary Hospital. In 2017, I graduated from the University College Dublin with an Honours Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine.

After moving back home to Canada, I began working at a small veterinary clinic in Eastern Ontario, along with working casually at Uxbridge Veterinary Hospital. Originally from the Durham Region, I knew I wanted to move back there one day. When the timing was right, I accepted a position at the Uxbridge Veterinary Hospital and Thicketwood Veterinary Hospital. I am so fortunate to have come full circle, and to have to opportunity to work with the professionals at UVH/TVH again. I look forward to meeting current and future clients, and providing quality care for your pets.”

Dr. Dawn Gauthier, DVM

Dr. Dawn graduated Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph in 2007. She began her career in Calgary, Alberta before joining UVH in 2011.
Dr. Dawn is originally from North Bay, Ontario where family still resides.
Today she and her husband Will are raising two young sons Ben and Baer here in Uxbridge.
Their house is a busy place for pets with two dogs named Henry and Maeve. and their cat named Steve.

Dr. Cecilia Crestani DVM

Dr. Cecília Crestani was awarded the degree of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Londrina, Brazil, in 2011. During the years, her work experience, academically and professionally, created the opportunity to mentor her peers and being a mentee from admirable experts, which supported and increased her passion for animals and her field of study. For her, this trajectory confirms that the excellence in care for veterinarian patients relies truly on the team-based approach, transferring knowledge among the team members, promoting the quality of services that all patients deserve. Dr. Cecília began to practice at the Uxbridge Veterinary Hospital in 2021 and she is proud of being part of a team that shares this same concept.

Dr. Crestani lives in Pickering with her husband and son. She has a mixed lab "Spaghetti" and two cats, "Meatball" and "Mia". Dr. Cecília loves to spend time with family, friends and travelling.

Cheryl Steinman

Cheryl has been with TVH since the opening in 2007. Originally from Dunnville, Ont , now residing in Uxbridge with husband Dr. Jason Steinman and kids Jenna and Hayden. While we have had multiple pets, we currently have 3 dogs (a boy named Sue, Lu and Lindy). Cheryl graduated from Sheridan College (Retail Management) in 1991. While not working, Cheryl enjoys sports, exercising and spending time at the cottage.

Madison King

Madison joined our team in May of 2021 and is also assisting as an Animal Care Attendant. Maddie is planning to start school for Registered Veterinary Technician this fall.
Originally from the Muskoka area, Maddie now resides in Uxbridge with her boyfriend Bryce. Together they have many four legged friends including dogs Shiloh and Willow, a cat named Buddy and a horse named Lily.
While not working, Maddie enjoys barrel racing -National Barrel Racing Association, horticulture (succulents+cactus), exploring the outdoors with the dogs and boating and swimming.