Dr Jim Herrmann
Dr Jim Herrmann graduated from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences in 1996, with honors from the Phi Zeta Veterinary Medicine Society. He enjoys complex surgical problems and relishes seeking the cause, then treating a patient's lameness. He continually strives to advance his surgical skills with ongoing training through the American College of Veterinary Surgeons Symposium, the Kyon Symposium, and others. He is an avid reader of current veterinary scientific literature, and emphasizes evidence based medicine in his daily practice.
Prior to attending veterinary college, Dr Herrmann served seven years in the US Army as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (Bomb Squad) Technician. The problem solving and hand skills required on the bomb squad translate well to veterinary medicine and surgery, although this must be considered an unusual approach to a career as a veterinarian!
In his spare time Dr Herrmann may be found climbing mountains, particularly ski mountaineering. He plays hockey in local adult leagues, enjoys bicycling and backpacking. He loves to spend time with his wife and their family of furry creatures, and together they enjoy canine agility with their younger generation of rescue dogs.
Dr Sarah Garland
Dr Sarah Garland graduated cum laude from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences in 1996, with honors from the Phi Zeta Veterinary Medicine Society. She enjoys challenging internal medicine cases, difficult dermatology problems, and ultrasound imaging of the body. She continues to advance her diagnostic imaging abilities with ongoing training in veterinary ultrasound, both in classroom and practical settings. She continually researches promising medical treatment options for complex cases, including cancer treatment.
Prior to attending veterinary college, Dr Garland worked as a research chemist while pursuing her PhD. Her background in chemistry gives her added insight to medical treatments, and allows her to carefully evaluate drug interactions in the body.
Dr Garland is a voracious reader, and can often be found with her nose in a book and a bunch of dogs in her lap. She is an active supporter of animal rescue and sheltering groups, and has been known to bring some home. She enjoys running, and is planning for her next marathon. Card games and word games come easily to her; do not offer to play Scrabble with her unless you are looking for a tumultuous loss.