WHO WE ARE
Ponderosa Veterinary Hospital has been in the practice of veterinary health care in Kalispell since 1985. We have an enthusiastic and caring team ready to respond to the growing needs of our community and their beloved pets. We value long-term relationships with our clients and their pets, and strive to provide high quality, personalized care.
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BRANDON GATES, DVM, cVMA, CIVCA
BRANDON GATES, DVM, CVMA, CIVCA
Veterinarian
Brandon Gates was born at Fort Sill Army Base in Oklahoma and raised in Texas. He recevied his degree in Animal Science and completed veterinary school at Colorado State University. He also completed an internship in livestock medicine and surgery and continued into a residency in comparative theriogenology (animal reproduction) at Oklahoma State University. His special interests include reproduction (neonatology and obstetrics), preventive medicine, infectious disease, hospice/palliative care, and integrative medical therapies. He is certified in veterinary medical acupuncture and animal chiropractic through the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association.
In his spare time, he enjoys hiking, camping, biking, fly fishing, playing sports, working with his Viszlas, and enjoying all the Flathead has to offer with his family.
K.C. GATES, DVM, PHD
Veterinarian
K.C. Gates grew up in the Flathead Valley, and is happy to be back home after many years away. She recevied her undergraduate degree at Darmouth University and completed veterinary school at Colorado State University, in addition to a PhD in reproductive physiology. She has special interests in dentistry, nutrition, geriatric pets, behavior, and surgery, and is a Certified Pet Nutrition Coach.
In her free time she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, which includes her husband Brandon, three kids, three dogs, two horses, and occasional foster pets.
MEET OUR SUPERHEROES
NICKOLE BLAKE
Lead Client Service Representative
AMANDA MACKELPRANG
Veterinary Technician
AMANDA SCOGGINS
RACHEL MENGEL
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
MEET OUR SUPERHEROES
ELIZABETH HERZBERG
Client Service Representative
EMMA SIMPSON
Veterinary Assistant
SQUISH McFLUFFINS
Chief Feline Officer (CFO)