Veterinary Orthopedic Surgery by Specialists at Park Grove Pet Hospital

Dr. Dan Cederstrom

• Started at Park Grove: December 1992
• Degrees: BS and DVM from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Internship from Boren Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital at Oklahoma State University
• Pets: Elsie, black Lab; OB and Holly, cats; and Bob Johnson, beta fish
• Like most about my job: What I like most about my job is the diversity of what we do on a daily basis, from welcoming new puppies and kittens to meeting the need of our senior patients. I like connecting with our clients on a professional and personal basis, and I believe that’s what separates us from other clinics: our sincere care for the well being of our patients and their owners.
• Hobbies and interests: I enjoy spending time with my family, playing golf, hockey, and spending time outdoors.

“I take pride in the fact that I have hired a staff that is extraordinary. They are compassionate, smart, and innovative. They are always accepting and warm. Each one brings uniqueness to the team and, collectively, I believe we have one of the best practice teams in the city!” ~ Dr. Dan Cederstrom, Owner of Park Grove Pet Hospital

Dr Julie Hansen

• Started at Park Grove: February 2005
• Degrees: BS in zoology from Iowa State University in 1997, DVM from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001, Medicine & Surgery Internship at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists 2001–2002
• Special interests: Oncology/cancer care, general surgery, exotic animal medicine, pain management, and dermatology
• Pets: Binkley and Fuzzy Cat, cats; Oliver and Stevie, golden retrievers
• Like most about my job I enjoy the personal connections I make with my patients and their owners. Our clients are wonderful, and it is great to get to know them and their pets like family! I also love learning new treatments and techniques to improve the care of my patients. Change is good.
• Hobbies and interests: Photography, reading, traveling, spending time with my husband Jamey, and children Ella and Ben
• Something interesting: My father was a career Naval officer, and I had the good fortune to live all over the United States (Florida, Texas, California, Virginia) and in Sicily, Italy. All that moving around gave me a great perspective on the world and inspired my love of travel.

Dr John Sturtz

• Started at Park Grove: August 2006
• Degrees: BS in mathematics and computer science from Carleton College in 1985; DVM from University of Minnesota in 2006
• Pets: Nataliya (Tally for short), golden retriever; Orrefors and Baccarat (aka Ori and Rat), cats. Ori and Rat were adopted by us as kittens at about 8 weeks of age, after being born in the clinic to a Park Grove Pet Hospital impound cat.
• Like most about my job: I have a very strong belief that a close bond with a companion animal greatly enriches a person’s life. The greatest satisfaction I get from being a veterinarian is helping people to maintain those bonds with their furry friends.
• Hobbies and interests: Dog training, golf, singing, and musical theatre
• Something interesting: Being a veterinarian is my third career. I was a computer programmer first, then a singer for about 5 years, then a programmer again, and then a veterinarian! My wife says I don’t get any more careers; I have to stick with this one!

Dr. Sonja Wiersma

• Started at Park Grove: June 2011
• Degrees: Graduated from Park High School in 2001 and received Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin – River Falls in December 2005. After completing undergraduate studies, Sonja worked at Park Grove Pet Hospital and 3M before starting veterinary school in 2007. Sonja graduated May 7, 2011, from Iowa State University with a DVM degree and joined Park Grove Pet Hospital shortly after.
• Pets: Duncan, blue Doberman; Chyna, mixed breed dog; Jaden and MaMa, cats
• Like most about my job: I am very excited about returning to Park Grove Pet Hospital and look forward to serving the clientele of my hometown community.