About Polaris Veterinary Center
Pardon our dust! We've recently moved to an all-new, state-of-the-art facility tailor-made for us, but we're still the same friendly staff and full-service clinic you know and love. Come see us today!
Polaris Veterinary Center is a full-service veterinary clinic located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The professional and courteous staff at Polaris Veterinary Center seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients.
We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Polaris Veterinary Center strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Lincoln, Nebraska and surrounding areas.
Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how Polaris Veterinary Center can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
STAFF
Dr. John M. Lionberger, DVM
VeterinarianYears in Practice: 25
Education: Iowa State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
Interests: Small Animal Surgery
He currently is taking appointments Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 9:30 am-10: am and Tuesday, and Friday evenings from 2:30 pm- 5:30 pm.
Dr. Kaz Lionberger, DVM
VeterinarianYears in Practice: 24
Education: Iowa State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Peggy Martinez, DVM
VeterinarianYears in Practice: 33
Education: Kansas State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Kim French, DVM
Years in Practice: 10
Education: Oregon State University
Jolene Grable- L.V.T
Licensed Veterinary TechnicianYears in Practice: 10
Education: Vatterott College
Jolene was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska.While in Technician school she was working as a kennel assistant. She graduated from Vatterott in 2008. she currently owns a black Lab, Basset Hound, and Great Dane! She just got married this past summer and has a beautiful baby girl!
Erin Crumb- L.V.T
Licensed Veterinary TechnicianYears in Practice: 8
Education: Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture
Interests: Taking care of her pets and children, cleaning and having "mommy time"
Erin was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska. She graduated in 2010 from the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. She currently owns 2 dogs, 1 cat, and 3 mice. Erin really enjoys spending time with her family. She has 2 two-legged kids and her devoted husband.
Wendy Blake, LVT
Licensed Veterinary TechnicianYears in Practice: 30
Education: Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Simeone Benza- Veterinary Assistant
Years in Practice: 8
Simeone was born in Lincoln, Nebraska. She is probably one of the first faces or voices you will hear in the clinic and over the phone. She has a deep love for anything animal and loves to spend her time with her two cats named Edison and Frank.
Morgan Bideaux- Veterinary Assistant
Years in Practice: 2
Education:
Interests: elephants, cairn terriers, reading and having fun with friends
Morgan was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska. She is currently attending the University of Nebraska in Lincoln to pursue becoming a Veterinarian. She has a strong love for elephants and anything Cairn Terriers. She grew up with Cairns her whole life and currently owns 2!
Ashley O'Brien-Spidel- Veterinary Assistant
Years in Practice: 2
Ashley was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska. She was a former groomer and wanted a change of pace and decided to be a Veterinary Assistant. She aspires to pursue her degree to become a Veterinary Technician. she enjoys spending the day with her 3 two-legged babies and her 2 four-legged babies.
Erin Weaver
Years in Practice: 1
Education:
Angelica Damp
Years in Practice: 1
Education:
Brooke Bennett- Veterinary Assistant
Years in Practice: 2
Education:
James Lionberger- I.T. and Webmaster
Years in Practice: 6
James is the son of Dr. John and Dr. Kaz Lionberger. He enjoys gaming in all forms. His favorite dogs are large breeds, but he had a Maltese growing up.
