Roncesvalles Animal Hospital

About

Dedicated Veterinarians at Roncesvalles Animal Hospital

Our compassionate veterinary team provides exceptional care for your beloved pets in a welcoming, family-oriented environment. With extensive experience treating animals of all sizes, ages, and temperaments, we focus on building lasting relationships with both pets and their owners. Our goal is to deliver reliable, comprehensive veterinary services that help your furry companions enjoy long, healthy lives by your side.

Dr. Hana Schwarz

Veterinarian & Co-Owner

Dr. Schwarz joined our practice in November 2018 and became co-owner in 2020. With a DVM from Venezuela and full Canadian accreditation since 2014, she brings valuable perspective to our team. Dr. Schwarz is particularly passionate about continuing education in internal medicine, diagnostics, ophthalmology, dentistry, and dermatology.

When not caring for patients, she enjoys relaxing at home, fitness activities, and quality time with loved ones. Dr. Schwarz also offers Spanish-language consultations for our diverse community.

Dr. Meaghan Worrall

Veterinarian

A proud recipient of the 2024 OVMA Associate of the Year award, Dr. Worrall graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2016 after completing her biomedical sciences degree at the University of Guelph. Her lifelong connection with dogs has shaped her approach to veterinary medicine.

Dr. Worrall balances her professional life with family time, outdoor activities, and sports. Her international experience includes rescue work abroad, where she adopted her beloved dog Jackson in 2014.

Dr. Alana Kestelman

Veterinarian

Dr. Kestelman brings valuable emergency medicine experience to our team, having worked in a 24-hour emergency hospital for five years following her graduation from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2007. Her diverse background includes locum work across numerous Toronto clinics.

With special interests in senior pet care, behavioral medicine, and nutrition, Dr. Kestelman emphasizes client education as a cornerstone of effective veterinary care. She shares her home with her family, a rescued Doberman, and a senior cat.