Doctors

Marcia Garnica, DVM

In 2016, I completed my doctorate in Veterinary medicine in Mexico and relocated to the USA in 2019. I am passionate about this profession as animals have a remarkable ability to bring out the best in people. My life revolves around my family in Mexico, my boyfriend, two dogs, and a commanding cat. Whenever time…

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Amanda Mickelson, DVM

Dr. Amanda Mickelson is a graduate of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. As a born & raised Minnesotan, she is driven to make a difference for her patients, the people that love them and the community. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge as a means to nurture and grow the special…

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McKenna Guettinger, DVM

Dr. McKenna received both her B.S. in Animal Science and her veterinary degree from the University of Minnesota. She was excited to join the team at Life Care Animal Hospital following graduation in May 2019. Her areas of interest include nutrition, internal medicine, and dentistry. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association…

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Helga Midelfort-Vognar, DVM

Dr. Helga Midelfort-Vognar received her BA in biology from Carleton College and then went on to complete her veterinary degree at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2013. Dr. Helga spent her first-year post-graduation in a high-volume equine clinic in Stillwater and then was excited to join the Life Care Animal…

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Amanda Harlow, DVM

Dr. Harlow received her veterinary degree from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2004. Prior to that, she was drawn to Minnesota to attend Carleton College. Dr. Harlow has worked at Life Care Animal Hospital since graduation, now on a part-time basis. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical…

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