Meet Our Veterinary Team

Dr. Jacqueline Starink

DVM, Owner

Dr. Starink is a life-long Ontario resident and was blessed to have a family who was very supportive of multiple pets while growing up. Her first job was in a veterinary clinic, and she has worked in the veterinary field ever since. Time spent at the University of Guelph resulted in an Honours Bachelor of Science and a veterinary degree from the Ontario Veterinary College. She has enjoyed time spent volunteering with the Toronto Academy of Veterinary Medicine, including being President in 1999, and has served on committees for several years for the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association.

Dr. Starink believes in compassionate care and wellness-centred medicine that focuses on the needs of each patient as an individual. She enjoys surgery, dentistry, and the investigation of medical illness. She continues to enjoy attending continuing education in all aspects of small animal veterinary medicine. She is proud of the team at Erin Mills Pet Hospital and all that we offer as our clients’ “other” Family Doctor! She currently shares her time between the clinic needs, family and pets! She enjoys reading, cooking, skiing, horse-back riding and travel, but never has enough time!

Dr. Bisni Peter

DVM

Dr. Bisni Peter graduated in Veterinary Medicine from the Kerala Agricultural University (India) in 2005. She moved to Canada in 2006 and continued her licensing procedures with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association to become a licensed veterinarian in Canada. Since then, she has been working at various clinics in the GTA. Her professional interests include nutrition, preventative medicine and ultrasonography. She is friendly, enthusiastic, and has a caring attitude that endears her to all her patients!

Outside of work, she enjoys exploring this beautiful city with her husband and small kids, and is always open to suggestions for restaurants, parks and events!

Dr. Michael Sam

DVM

Dr. Michael was born and raised in Canada, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University in 2019. Following his passion for animal care, he moved to Australia in 2020 to pursue a degree in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Melbourne. After completing his studies in 2023, Dr. Michael returned home not only with his veterinary degree but also with a new companion — an adorable cat named Kai, whom he adopted during his time in Melbourne. In his free time, Dr. Michael stays up to date with the latest veterinary research, enjoys playing sports and video games, and loves driving and spending time with his friends.

Cindy L.

Veterinary Technician

Cindy is a dedicated veterinary technician with over 20 years of experience in the field. With a diploma in Animal care, she is passionate about ensuring the health and well-being of all animals, she also is in charge of running our on site lab. Outside of work, Cindy enjoys camping and being with her friends and family. Along with her husband and 3 kids, Cindy’s family includes her hound Archie and 2 cats Seymour and Jamie.

Robert

Registered Veterinary Technician

Robert joins Erin Mills as a Sheridan College RVT graduate. He found his calling 3 years into his Life Science degree at University of Toronto, and we are so grateful he did! He brings a kind, compassionate dedication both towards our patients and our team. He is responsible for supporting our vet team with all aspects of patient support.

When not caring for our patients, he enjoys spending time with his rescue pup and enjoying music. Robert is ready to help and is a great addition to our practice!

Kaitlyn

Veterinary Technician

With 16 years of experience in the veterinary field, I’ve had the privilege of working
alongside dedicated professionals to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to animals
since 2008. I hold an Animal Sciences diploma and am passionate about expanding my
knowledge and skill set, having gained hands-on experience in areas like surgery,
anesthesia, emergency care, and client education.

Throughout my career, I’ve developed a deep understanding of animal care and an
ability to work efficiently in high-pressure situations, all while ensuring pets feel safe
and comfortable. My goal is always to provide the best support for both the animals in
my care and their owners, making sure they feel heard and informed during every step
of the process.

In my free time, I enjoy taking my 2 kids on adventures, whether it’s indoors or
outdoors. I have 2 lovely cats that I have adopted from Erin Mills Pet Hospital, and my
first baby Lexy, a 16-year-old Pug Mix.

Janet

Receptionist

With over 30 years of experience in the veterinary industry, I bring a deep passion for animal care and a wealth of knowledge to every aspect of my work. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong foundation in providing compassionate, high-quality care for a wide variety of animals. My dedication to the well-being of pets and their owners is unwavering, and I find immense joy in being around animals — it’s truly where I feel most at home. Whether it’s assisting in surgeries, providing routine care, or simply comforting a frightened animal, I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of both the animals and their families.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time at the beach with my two boys, crafting, and
cherishing moments with friends and family.

Michelle M.

Receptionist

Michelle joined the Erin Mills Pet Hospital family in 2009 as a receptionist. Previously she worked as a Customer Service Representative at a major bank. Michelle’s smile and genuine caring attitude, her dedication and joyful nature is what greets our patients and clients every day.

Married to her high school sweetheart Jim for 44 years, Michelle’s greatest joy comes from her two sons, and her three grandsons.

Michelle enjoys going to the gym, being up north in cottage country, and spending time with her cat Snickers.

Yasmeen

Practice Manager

With a deep passion for animal care, teaching, and leadership, Yasmeen is dedicated to helping both animals and people thrive. Yasmeen graduated from Ridgetown Campus and brings nearly 7 years of experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), with five years specializing in emergency medicine. In addition to her veterinary career, she has successfully created, owned and operated a nail business for the past 4 years. Outside of work, Yasmeen enjoys travelling, spending time with her very loved dog, Lira, a Rhodesian Ridgeback/Mastiff mix, and staying active through weightlifting, hot yoga, and enjoying the outdoors.

Viktoria

Receptionist

Viktoria started as a veterinary receptionist with Erin Mills Pet Hospital in August 2024. She thrives on creating positive, welcoming experiences for both pets and their owners. Outside of work, you’ll find her exploring the great outdoors — whether it’s hiking through the serene woods or soaking in the beauty of nature up north. She is an avid coffee enthusiast, never passing up an opportunity to sip a warm cup of coffee.

Divya

Veterinary Assistant

Wanting to follow her childhood dreams, Divya is currently a full time tech assistant at Erin Mills Pet Hospital with hopes to become a registered veterinary technician in the future. Graduating from the Animal Care program at Sheridan College, she went on to successfully complete her BSc in Biomedical Sciences (Hons) at Toronto Metropolitan University. With our technicians and veterinarians, she makes sure that the streamline care of patients is steady and ensures that all patients are well treated and attended to with lots of love! She ensures that our clinic is running smoothly by taking responsibility for restocking veterinary supplies, maintaining cleanliness, preparing client orders, helping out at our front desk whenever she can, and much more. You won’t find her in one place for too long! She is a cat mom of 2 adorable kitties, an orange tabby and a siamese mix. On her days off she likes to spend time with her family, cats and spend time bingeing shows on Netflix, playing video games, singing karaoke, or reading books on topics of all kinds, seeking to expand her knowledge at whatever chance she gets.

Adem

Veterinary Assistant

I am currently studying at the university of Toronto and planning to pursue my dream of becoming a veterinarian. I care greatly for all types of animals and love spending time with them. In my free time, I enjoy spending my time outdoors on hikes or fishing with friends and family.

Katie

Registered Veterinary Technician

Katie graduated from Georgian College and brings a wealth of experience to her role, having worked in referral and emergency medicine as well as small animal practices. Her compassionate nature and dedication to animal care shine through in everything she does.

At home, Katie shares her life with Frankie, a cat who is always eager for cuddles, playtime, and never seems to stop purring. She also has Nash, a horse she rescued, rehabilitated, and trained into a successful show horse. Together, Katie and Nash compete in hunter/jumper events, showcasing the incredible bond they’ve built through hard work and trust.

Avery

Veterinary Assistant

Avery is a dedicated and compassionate veterinary assistant with a deep love for animals and a genuine passion for helping pets and their owners. Avery has been an invaluable part of the Erin Mills team since she was hired in 2019 after completing her high school co-op program with us. She is dedicated to providing the best care to patients and supporting our veterinarians and team in every way possible. Whether it’s helping to administer treatments, assisting in procedures, or simply lending a listening ear to pet parents, she is committed to making every visit a positive experience for both our patients and their owners. You can find Avery lending a helping hand in almost every area of the clinic, whether that is assisting our veterinarians in appointments, caring for hospitalized patients, helping with diagnostics/treatments, helping with kennel duties, and working the front desk and answering the phones when needed. Outside of work, Avery enjoys spending time with her little pug, Jenna Bell, as well as spending quality time with family & friends, shopping, traveling, reading and engaging in occasional winter activities such as skiing and skating. Avery’s belief in the importance of quality care and client relationships as well as her gentle nature and empathetic attitude all make her a cherished member of our clinic.