Doctors
Dr. Eichkorn
Dr. Eichkorn has been with us at Winrose since 1999. She graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon in 1993 and after 5 years in mixed practice decided to accept a job at Winrose which would allow her to focus exclusively on small animal medicine.
She has a special interests in dermatology, nutrition, and canine behaviour but is more than willing to see any patient in need of care. She notes " I never would have imagined that my veterinary career would have led me to become a 'rabbit dentist' or a 'reptile parasitologist' but such are the challenges of small and exotic animal practice. Even after 17 years as a veterinarian, I never cease to be amazed by the new and exciting things we see every day. I can't imagine any other career path that could be more interesting and rewarding..."
In her spare time, Dr. Eichkorn enjoys traveling, watercolour painting, and spending time with her 2 great labradors, "Sierra" and "Beans" whom you will hopefully get to meet on your next visit to our hospital. She invites you to stop by to see our hospital, meet our great care team and maybe give the furry mascots a bit of a belly rub! We all look forward to seeing you really soon!
Dr. Torevell
Cara and "Kenny" (her retired thoroughbred)
Dr. Torevell graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. She worked in a mixed animal practice for 1 year, but soon decided to focus solely on small animal medicine and accepted a job at Winrose.
When not in the clinic, Cara enjoys the company of her 2 dogs and 2 cats... or can be spotted at Assiniboia Downs cheering on her horses.
Dr. Atkinson
Born and raised near London, England, Stephen received a BSc in Zoology from the University of Southampton, UK. After spending a year studying insects and birds in the Amazon, followed by a research assistantship at Oxford University studying weasels, he moved to Canada in 1992 to begin a PhD in wildlife biology at the University of Saskatchewan. For his doctoral thesis, Stephen studied the physiology, metabolism and reproductive biology of wild polar bears. This work took him to many parts of the Canadian Arctic; a place he has come to know well over the last 19 years. After completing his PhD, Stephen lived in the Arctic (on Baffin Island) for 8 years working as a polar bear biologist and a director of wildlife management for the government. Continuing his fascination with animals, he returned to university in 2003 and obtained a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
Stephen now works as a veterinarian and has particular interests in infectious diseases, preventative medicine and the care of exotic species. He also continues to work as a wildlife biologist in Canada's north, devoting his time to polar bear research and conservation activities, as well as working on several other species including caribou and wolverine. He is married and has two young daughters who share his love of animals. Since keeping a pet polar bear at home was not an option, he settled for a cat named Trax and a dog named Ellie. When not working with animals, Stephen enjoys racket sports and outdoor activities such as archery, sailing and fishing. He also enjoys travelling to wild places to see earth's natural wonders. This has lead him to many places including a trip to Africa where he was priveledged to sit with Moutnain Gorillas and chimps.
Dr.Amanda Malboeuf
While studying veterinary medicine at the Western College of Veterniary Medicine in Saskatchewan, I took my summers "off" here at Winrose Animal Hospital. I worked with the doctors and staff for 3 years before graduating. When I first returned to Manitoba to live, I practiced out in Stonewall for a few months. When the opportunity to practice at my "old summer job" came up, I did not hesitate to join the wonderful team! I am excited to meet all the long term clients and am always wanting to meet new patients as well! After a hard day's work in the clinic, I love going home to my 3 cats (Camerin, Timmy & Maxwell) and my ferret Clyde. If life as a doctor wasn't busy enought, I am an active Rugby player, swimmer and enjoy travelling.