Sat: 7:30am–12pm
Sun: Closed
Sat: 7:30am–12pm
Sun: Closed
Doctors
MICHAEL R. JACOB
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Michael Jacob is a graduate of Texas A&M University with degrees in Veterinary Science (1976) and Veterinary Medicine (1977). His post-graduate experience includes the exclusive practice of emergency medicine until 1985, when he teamed up with Terry Dobson to open Lake Olympia Animal Hospital as a mixed (small and large animal) practice. Since that time his medical interest has grown to focus primarily on dogs and cats. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, and the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society. Michael enjoys time with his wife, Vickie, three daughters, all graduates of Texas A&M University, his son-in-laws, and (especially) grandson, Gavin. He is treated like a king by his chocolate Labrador Retriever, Piper, and selectively snubbed by his cat Dubya. He is a native son of rural South Texas and takes immense pleasure in the outdoors.
MARY MCCAINE
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Dr. McCaine joined LOAH in 2009. She previously owned a small animal practice in Missouri City for 22 years. She is board certified in Feline Medicine with special interests in geriatric medicine and feline behavior. Dr. McCaine has served as a member of the ABVP Feline Exam Committee as well as head of the Practical Exam Committee. She is a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners, the International Society of Feline Medicine, the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management, the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Texas Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. McCaine is interested in photography, travel and baking. She is married and lives with her husband and their cats “Fikshun”, “Twitch” and “Julianne”, Golden Retrievers “Scarlett” and “Vivien”, and an African Grey Parrot “Roscoe”.
ADRIANNE BRODE
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Dr. Brode is a native Texan and third generation Aggie. She received a bachelor’s degree in Marine Biology. Dr. Brode earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Texas A&M University in 2003. She worked in a private practice for several years, and at the Canine Health Institute before joining the Lake Olympia family. Her areas of interest include rehabilitation, nutrition, pain management, and stem cell therapy. Dr. Brode is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, the Harris County Veterinary Medical Association, the Veterinary Information Network, the American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians, and the International Association of Veterinary Pain Management. She became a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner through the University of Tennessee program in August 2009. Dr. Brode and her husband Jeff enjoy outdoor activities and spend free time boating on Lake Conroe.
GLENDA WALL
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A native Houstonian, and a graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988, Dr. Glenda Wall gained practice experience in mixed animal practice for six years and small animal and exotic practice for an additional six years before joining the staff at Lake Olympia Animal Hospital in 2001. She has a particular interest in feline medicine and geriatric problems of dogs and cats. Her professional affiliations include the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Texas Veterinary Medical Association. She is married and has 3 boys, 2 cats “Jingle” and “Nemo”, and 2 dogs “Lou” and “Cooper.
ELIZABETH (BETSY) ADAMS
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Dr. Elizabeth Adams, a Texas native, was born in Dallas, graduated from Trinity University in San Antonio in 2012, and graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2016. Before and during veterinary school, she worked as a veterinary technician in a small animal practice in Coppell, TX (near Dallas). Her particular interest is veterinary dentistry- preventative home care and periodontal therapy. This interest stems from her wish to become a human dentist as a child, but she combined her two loves to become a veterinarian who focuses on dental health. She’d love to teach you how to brush your pet’s teeth! Dr. Adams is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, and the Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry.
COLLIN HUMMEL
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Collin Hummel, DVM, received his Bachelor of Science, Animal Science degree at Texas A&M University in 2016. He then strived to pursue a career as a veterinarian, an aspiration he had since kindergarten. He attended St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine on the island of Grenada, West Indies. After formal learning internationally he completed his clinical training at the University of Florida, then graduated from St. George’s University in 2021. This is Dr. Hummel’s first professional job as a veterinarian, and he is eager to meet the members of the community and help serve the betterment of animal health in the area. Dr. Hummel’s interests in the field of veterinary medicine include surgery, client education, preventative medicine, chronic pain management, and much more. He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Texas Veterinary Medical Association. When not in the office, Dr. Hummel enjoys his time outdoors, traveling both in the States and abroad, designing/making furniture, and making memories with his miniature wire-haired dachshund named Gimli.
NIKI TURNER
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Dr. Turner grew up in the Houston area with several Dobermans, and as a child decided she wanted to become a veterinarian one day. A lifelong athlete, her softball career brought her from the local little league to Iowa State University as an NCAA student-athlete. She graduated from Iowa State University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a minor in Biology. Following her bachelor’s degree, she returned to her home state to attend Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Her professional interests include cardiology, ophthalmology, and internal medicine. She is also RECOVER CPR certified in both basic and advanced life support. When she is not at the office, you can find Dr. Turner doing anything active- dancing, running, indoor climbing, yoga, volleyball, and hiking are some of her favorite hobbies. She also enjoys cooking, baking, and spending time with her eyeless black cat named Hex at home.
SAMANTHA GRESS
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Dr. Samantha Gress grew up right here in the Houston area and received her Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from Texas State University. It was around that time Dr. Gress began working at a small animal hospital in San Marcos and fell in love with the field of veterinary medicine. She received her doctorate in veterinary medicine from Lincoln Memorial University, a private university located in the Appalachian mountains of Tennessee. Some of her special interests in the field include dentistry, dermatology and feline medicine. In her free time, Dr. Gress enjoys spending time with her husband Dylan, their American Cocker Spaniel “Beau” and two cats “Buddy” and “Blue”. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Texas Veterinary Medical Association. She is excited to serve the community and meet you and your furry family!