Supportive. Focused. Talented. The team at Lakeland is composed of passionate animal lovers who come in to work in order to help you navigate the entire world of pet ownership, and to give you more happy years with your companion. Now, meet the team at your back.
Doctors
Bogdan Klinkosz
Dr.Bogdan Klinkosz came from Poland in 1993 as a Research fellow for the Dept. of Neurology, Cleveland Clinic, to do research regarding amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He conducted many experiments that culminated into a large scale clinical trial in North America and helped advance the treatment for that illness.
After 5 years, his desire to help animals and the joy he received from the interactions with clients and their pets proved to be a major factor in changing career paths. He is a fully certified DVM in USA, Canada, and in the European Union. He studied in Poland, Germany, and Sweden, and has prior education in Pharmacy. Dr.Bogdan has a special interest in ophthalmology and alternative medicine. He is a member of:
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
- Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA)
- Polish Small Animal Veterinary Association (PSAVA)
- Ohio Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA)
- World Animal Veterinary Association (WAVMA)
- Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM)
- Independent Veterinary Practitioner Association Member (IVPAM)
“When I look into the eyes of an animal, I do not see an animal. I see a living being. I see a friend. I feel a soul.”
-A.D. Williams
Care Team
Laura
Laura is a local girl who was raised in Shaker Heights. She attended both John Carroll University and Ursuline College and majored in business communications. She has over 15 years of veterinary administrative experience and has a lifelong passion for animals. She has rescued both cats and dogs for over 30 years and is currently the pet parent of four rescued dogs, three cats, and three parakeets. She is also a married mother of three amazing sons and has six grandchildren. In her spare time, she volunteers in compassion ministries at her church, spends time with her family, hikes, bakes, gardens, sews, and enjoys Dunkin Donuts mocha macchiatos with whipped cream.
Miranda
Miranda has grown up with dogs. Working in a clinical setting each day is different with new adventures/challenges. She has a Bachelor of Science in biology and plans to attend veterinary school. Her love for all animals has influenced her desire to attend veterinary school. It is a dream she has had since she was 5 years old. She has a chocolate lab named Remi. And, her favorite food is pierogis.
Sarah
Sarah recently moved back to the Cleveland area after many years working as a traveling assistant and exercise rider for a large horse racing syndicate. Her love of animals started at a very young age – she got her first horse at the age of three! She is currently enrolled in the Penn Foster Veterinary Technician program. In her spare time Sarah can be found hiking with her two corgis, Olive & Feargus, riding her horse, Mark, or eating 99-cent tacos on Tuesday nights.