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Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Bellevue Animal Hospital. We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets.
Get To Know Our Team
To say we are proud of our incredible veterinary team is an understatement. At every level, Bellevue Animal Hospital is staffed with compassionate and skilled vet professionals who make the client experience great.
It’s all thanks to these wonderful people that we are able to serve our community as well as we do! Get to know our veterinarians and team below, and contact us to book an appointment today!
Our Doctors
Our Hospital Administrator
Dr. Alexandra Hildreth
DVM
Dr. Alexandra Hildreth earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Melbourne and is excited to begin her career in small animal medicine. She is Fear Free Certified and brings a strong foundation shaped by three years of hands-on experience in the veterinary field, including work as a veterinary assistant and as a Level 4 veterinary nurse during veterinary school. Dr. Hildreth discovered her path to veterinary medicine through a love of science, problem-solving, and hands-on care. She finds deep fulfillment in strengthening the human–animal bond and advocating for pets who can’t speak for themselves. Her professional interests include internal medicine, anesthesia, and senior pet care. Outside of the hospital, Dr. Hildreth enjoys being active, bird watching, and reading history books. She also loves spending time at home with her cat, Willow, and her dog, Teddy.
Jesse
Hospital Administrator
Bio Coming Soon
Lindsey
DVM
Lindsey was born and raised in the tiny town of Camp Grove, Illinois. He always knew he wanted to travel the world and help animals, and that is exactly what he set out to do after starting college. He was accepted into the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts and Nevis, which provided his first introduction to the rest of the world. The small island of St. Kitts offered many outdoor activities, like scuba diving, hiking, boating, and surfing. He has perfected them all… kind of. He completed his residential year in Melbourne, Australia, where he, again, was able to travel and continue to learn.
Dr. Deibner was able to see every continent, besides Antarctica, before starting his career at Banfield Pet Hospital. Wanting to break into private practice, he joined the amazing team at Bellevue Animal Hospital. Outside of the work he does for them, he enjoys car shows, hiking, kayaking, playing guitar, and trying to brush his cats, Cheddah and Aji’s, teeth. He does this all while his fiancé, who is also a veterinarian, laughs. Anyone with a cat knows this is a feat in and of itself. He is very excited to meet all your wonderful furry family members.
Dr. Julia Railo
DVM
Dr. Julia Railo earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine with a passion for preventive care, behavior, internal medicine, and surgery. Dr. Julia is Fear Free Level 2 Certified and prides herself in providing excellent patient care by designing individual care and diagnostic plans. She also loves connecting with pet owners to ensure they are educated and comfortable with the care their pets are receiving. In her free time, Dr. Julia enjoys reading, crocheting, and hiking with her Labrador Retriever, Pryor. Dr. Julia is excited to make a positive impact on the lives of animals and their owners.
Dr. Angela Bryan
DVM
Dr. Angela Bryan earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University and has over seven years of experience in small animal medicine. With a special interest in internal medicine, Dr. Bryan has attended ACVIM conferences and was published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine (JVIM) in 2018. She is also pursuing Fear Free certification, which focuses on gentle handling techniques to reduce anxiety in pets during visits.
Dr. Bryan’s passion for veterinary medicine began at a young age, shaped by her experiences with her own pets and time spent on her grandparents’ farm. She was inspired to make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and their families.
In her free time, Dr. Bryan enjoys playing tennis, hiking, camping, and skiing. She cherishes moments spent with her husband, family, friends, and her two Labrador Retrievers, Moses and Moziah.
Dr. Rachel Kwak
DVM
Dr. Rachel Kwak is a dedicated veterinarian with 6 years of experience. Before pursuing veterinary medicine, she worked in research. She went on to earn her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Ross University in 2019 and has a professional interest in preventative care, dentistry, and building strong client relationships through clear communication.
Originally from Maryland, Dr. Kwak recently relocated to the Pacific Northwest and is loving life in her new home. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, building legos, and playing video games. She shares her home with her golden/shepherd mix named Ranger, two cats named Little Cat and Orange Cat, as well as 2 budgies named Margarita Marge and Dusty Pigeon.
Dr. Stephanie DeLashmutt
DVM
Dr. Stephanie DeLashmutt has 5+ years of experience in veterinary medicine. She graduated from Washington State University and received her DVM at the same institution. Dr. DeLashmutt prides herself on compassion, hard work, and making work fun. She is dedicated to taking care of pets and providing the best quality of life possible, as well as educating clients. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, playing with her son, traveling, and exploring WA. Additionally, Dr. DeLashmutt became certified in Acupuncture from Chi Institute and is working towards her Herbal Medicine Certification. Dr. DeLashmutt enjoys combining Eastern and Western medicine to provide the best possible care for her patients. She has a special interest in dental care, practicing fear-free medicine, and has a special place in her heart for her geriatric patients.
Dr. Susan
DVM
Bio Coming Soon!
Brittney
DVM
Dr. Brittney Lewis recently moved to Washington State after graduating from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She has moved around the country; including some time overseas in Germany growing up in a military family and hopes to establish some roots in her new home. Becoming a veterinarian was always her dream as an avid animal lover. She has in interest in internal medicine and hopes to gain experience in alternative and holistic medicine as well. Outside of work she loves discovering new hiking trails and is absorbing the beautiful new scenery that Washington State has to offer. She has a very elderly cat (20 years old) and two leopard geckos but will most likely be adding new animals as time goes on.
Donald
DVM
Dr. Gerard grew up in Bellevue and has a long history with Bellevue Animal Hospital. He attended Bellevue High School, graduating in 1988, and has always called Bellevue his home. He started his career at Bellevue Animal Hospital as a kennel attendant and assistant in 1993 and graduated magna cum laude from Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1998. He has enjoyed strong community ties and values the ‘Old Bellevue’ atmosphere of the clinic while continually evolving with new technology and modern medical protocols and practices. He enjoys surgery, dermatology and internal medicine, as well as fostering the bond between our clients and patients. Together with his wife Dr. Melanie Gerard, he hopes to further the vision of providing high-quality care at affordable prices and to find innovative ways to provide veterinary services. Dr. Gerard is an avid sand volleyball player and golfer. He lives in Bellevue and enjoys spending time with his wife and their growing family, including two crazy dogs, Zorro and Behr.