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Dr. David Janssen

Dr. Janssen graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine in 1994. He worked in two small animal veterinary practices in Des Moines and Ankeny for 8 years, and also at an emergency and referral veterinary clinic in Des Moines for 10 years. He became the owner of Westside Veterinary Clinic in February 2012.  He enjoys all aspects of small animal practice, but has a special interest in surgery.  He is married with three children.  Their family also includes one dog (a Shih-Tzu), three cats, and two goldfish.  His interests outside of veterinary medicine include spending time with his family, church activities, sports, computers, and handyman ("do-it-yourself") projects.

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Amber

Amber is the office manager at West-Side. Amber grew up and graduated from Perry, IA. She has worked at West-Side since 2003. She has one house cat “Gaze”. Special interests include spending time with Dylan her 4 year old son, painting and reading.