Name: Richard L. Siegle, DVM
Position: Veterinarian & Hospital Director
Education: Michigan State University, Bachelor of Veterinary Science; Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
Hometown: Lowell, MI
More about Dr. Siegle
Dr. Siegle is responsible for the growth of our hospital into a leader in veterinary medicine in West Michigan. A 1978 graduate of Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, he carries on the legacy left him by his father, the hospital’s founder. His areas of special interest in veterinary medicine are dermatology, internal and preventative medicine and he is particularly sensitive to quality of life issues. Dr. Siegle lives in the Caledonia area with his wife Carla, sons Clayton and Grant.
Name: Gregory J. Paplawsky, DVM
Position: Partner Veterinarian & Rehabilitation Director
Education: Hope College, Bachelor of Science; Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI
Pets: "Bernie" Standard poodle; "Neo" a little gray and white killer.
More about Dr. Paplawsky
Dr. Gregory Paplawsky practices at both locations in addition to being the Physical Rehabilitation Director who helps dogs of all ages live healthier, more mobile, and pain free lives. Dr. Paplawsky’s professional interests include running clinical trials, expanding his knowledge through extensive continuing education, and offering more treatment methods and age management care options for his patients. He also has an interest in zoonotic disease, parasitology, and geriatric pet care.
When he isn’t spending time with his wife and three boys, he likes watching Tiger baseball, running around to all the kids events, coaching, trying to garden, and enjoying food of all kinds.
Name: Dr. Steven J. McBride
Position: Veterinarian & Medical Director
Education: Notre Dame University, Bachelor of Science; Michigan State University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Hometown: Bay City, MI
More about Dr. McBride:
Dr. McBride grew up with several pets, including cats, dogs, horses, goats and several reptiles. That experience fueled a childhood interest in caring for animals.
Dr. McBride’s interest in surgery (especially orthopedics) and the application of technology to the field of veterinary medicine allows him to utilize both his physics and medical backgrounds. He loves problem-solving and getting to the underlying facts. Dr. McBride notes that “Veterinary medicine provides an environment of continuous learning, investigation and problem-solving. Our patients can’t speak (well, most of them), so we have to dig for the answers. The reward, of course, is a wagging tail and the expression on their owner’s face when we solve the problem.”
When Dr. McBride is not playing veterinarian, he’s sailing, camping, kayaking or snowshoeing in the Great Outdoors. He and his wife enjoy adventure travel and learning about different cultures. On the more cerebral side, Dr. McBride enjoys philosophy, economics, and a little computer programming.
