Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Parkwood Animal Hospital in Friendswood! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Please call us at 281-648-7387 to speak to one of our caring veterinary staff members!
Dr. Helen Stehouwer, DVM, a graduate of Texas A&M University, is a devoted and compassionate veterinarian whose primary interest is providing the highest standard of pet health care and happiness. Dr. Stehouwer has practiced veterinary medicine in the community for the past 10 years and is a resident of Friendswood, Texas.
Dr Eileen Clark is a 1996 graduate from Texas A&M University. She has been practicing veterinary medicine in the Clear Lake and Friendswood area for over 13 years. She currently resides in League City with her two children Julius and Lily and their dogs Hazel, a Pomeranian mix and Papi Chihuahua Terrier Mix.
Dr. Clark’s veterinary interest include, but are not limited to, behavioral modification to help improve the relationship bond between pets and their owners and a special interest in diagnostic imaging radiography and ultrasound.
Beyond her busy schedule at work and at home she is very passionate in her work as a Child Advocate for Compassion International where she sponsors 7 children from 7 different countries. Changing the life of a child one child at a time.
Dr. Mandy Louvar was born in Hof, Germany. She moved to the United States when she was six years old. She’s lived in Connecticut, Ohio, Louisiana and now the great state of Texas. Dr. Louvar graduated from Louisiana State University with a B.S. in Animal Science in 2007 and her DVM degree in 2015. She has practiced in the Houston area since graduation. She lives in League City with her husband, Zach and their two dogs, Rudy “Honey Ham” Roux and Tahoe “Little T”. In her free time, she enjoys watching LSU football, playing tennis, reading and spending time with her family. Laissez les bon temps rouler and Geaux Tigers!
Tosha was born in a small town in Mississippi and started caring for animals from the time she could walk. She studied animal sciences throughout high school and college. She has fostered and cared for almost every kind of pet during her life including exotics, freshwater fishes and marine fishes. Thunder, the pooch in the pic, is her Service Dog and loves to work.
Tosha loves to spend time with her family that includes her furry and finned pets. She also loves to spend time working on her classic vehicles.
Tosha would love to visit Australia one day to see the many unique animals that call it home.
Born and raised in Friendswood Texas, Anna attended Friendswood High School (Go Mustangs!) where she was the “Football Sweet of the Class of 2012.” She currently still resides in the area and lives with her family and two dogs. Louie, a yorkiepoo, is her personal dog and Abby, a Beagle, is the family dog.
During her free time Anna enjoys spending time with her family and friends and she also enjoys singing. She is active in sports that include softball, tennis and bowling. Also as an avid animal lover Anna rides horses when she can.
Just like many native Texans, Anna favorite food is Mexican food. She enjoys visiting La Casita Mexican restaurant every chance that she gets. Anna has aspirations to one day travel to California.
Anna joined the Parkwood family in December. If you have not had a chance to meet her, please feel free to stop by and say hi. She would love to meet you and your furbabies!
I have four fur-babies at home: Gambit, a sweet and shy Lab mix. Willow, the queen of the house Corgi. Rocket, the “guard dog cat” and Gidget, a “fluffy” cuddle bug. My family and I enjoy fishing, gaming and gardening. I have a love for watercolor painting, baking and house plants.
Destinie has been in the veterinary field since 2007. She started out her journey as a veterinary technician, turned lead technician, then became a CSR at Parkwood in April 2019. She knew from early childhood that working with animals was a passion for her. When Destinie isn’t at Parkwood you can find her alongside her husband Jake, in the stands cheering on their kids Hayden and Kennedy. When she isn’t sitting in the stands she enjoys baking, trying new recipes, nature trails, and the beach. Destinie has 3 cats: Tabby, Nova and Spook to complete her family.
Abby is 25 years old, was born and raised in Texas City, Texas, and attended Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi. Abby loves spending her free time reading, going to parks or the beach with her husband and 3 furbabies and making any type of art. Abby has 2 dogs, Calliope a 4 year old Cur mix, Flint a 1 year old Heeler mix, and 1 cat, Stevie who is 2 years old. Abby has a passion for helping people and animals live a healthier, happier life which is what brought her to Parkwood!
Hi, I am Barbara. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from University of South Alabama. In my spare time, I love to spend time with my husband, Scott and our dog, Loki. Loki is pit/boxer rescue that loves to play fetch. Growing up on a farm in the country, I have also enjoyed being around animals. I love working here at Parkwood Animal Hospital because I know each of my co-workers share the same love and compassion for animals that I have.
Sara Elias is a born and raised Kentuckian that served 10 years in the United States Coast Guard. She moved to Texas City in the spring of 2021 with her husband and dogs. Sara joined the Parkwood team that following fall. She loves crafting and spending a day on the beach.
Jill grew up locally and now lives in Friendswood, TX with her husband Kenneth she recently married in 2021. She is a licensed veterinary technician having graduated from Veterinary Technician Institute. She began working in the field in 2015. Jill and Kenneth have 2 miniature dachshunds Cinnamon and Tony the Homie. Jill enjoys concerts and traveling whenever she can. The most notable destination so far has been Panama which she enjoyed visiting for their honeymoon.
I have been working in veterinary medicine for four years. I have one dog, Sophie. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, Line dancing with friends, and doing diamond art. My favorite part of my job is helping patients who come in sick leave happy and healthy.
I have been working in veterinary medicine since 2015. I have four cats, two dogs and mice. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, roller skating and playing video games. My favorite part of my job is the relationship I have with my coworkers.
Parkwood is the first animal hospital I have worked at. I have one dog, Jesco and two sons: Ziggy and Jett. In my free time, I enjoy hiking with my children and dog, hunting in Seabrook for rocks, and playing Pokemon. My favorite part of my job is strengthening my passion for animals and helping my coworkers.
I have been working in veterinary medicine since 2016. U have three cats: Mirana, Raven, Bandit and one dog: Nova. I enjoy playing God of War on my PlayStation and spending time outdoors with my husband in my free time. My favorite part of my job is treating sick animals and knowing that I am making a difference.
Corine Broach graduated with honors with an associates degree of animal science from The Vet Tech Institute of Houston in April of 2010! She was born in Houston, raised and currently lives in Alvin, Tx. She is married to her husband Ryan of 10 years and they have their 2 awesome kids, Marley who is 8 and Forrest who is 3! Corine has always had a love and appreciation of all living things! Animals and the outdoors is her jam! She is outgoing, LOUD, caring and hardworking. She enjoys family, food, friends , and fur babies! When she is not working, she is a full time mommy, cook, dancer, singer, and comedian ….😉😉. She has welcomed a new fur baby after saying goodbye to her 2 OG dogs, Kira, and Madi who are deeply missed. She has Chancho, a 6 year old chiweenie who was rescued, and her newest member is Pita, an 8 month old mix who is full of energy and love who was also rescued. Corine has been with Parkwood since 2012 and took time off during Covid and is so thrilled to be back!
I made my way into the animal care industry 6 years ago at an exotic bird sanctuary and boarding facility, quickly making my way to a management position. Knowing that I wanted to make my mark and be an advocate for all animals, I made the decision to go to school to get a degree for what I loved to do – care for animals. After graduating from Vet Institute of Houston where I received my Associates of Applied Science Degree, I started here at PAH in January 2013. I have two pet rats named Squeaky and Klaus who adore my daughter and want nothing more than to play with her.
I was born in Houma, Louisiana and moved to Texas when I was 8. I’ve always had a deep love for animals and knew I wanted to work with them. When I’m not working, I enjoy lifting weights, reading, and spending time with Riley, my four-legged best friend.
Joce was born and raised in North Houston. She recently married and moved to League City. Her hobbies include powerlifting and bodybuilding. She even won first place in her most recent bodybuilding competition. She also enjoys attending the occasional cumbia night. Joce has an 11 year old German Shepherd named Jack at home along with a 14 year old leopard gecko named Spark. Her future goals include broadening her veterinary knowledge to a wider range of species and to continue her passion of improving the overall wellness of people and their pets.
I am originally from Brisbane, Australia, and moved over to Houston in May 2021. I met my now husband, Hunter, a born and raised Houstonian, playing video games online. After traveling between the two countries for years, we packed up everything, including my little German Shepherd, Kimba, and moved to Houston. Since I was a young child, I wanted to work with animals and during my teenage years, I volunteered for rescues but knew I needed to do more for these fur babies that needed help, a voice to speak up for them, an advocate. I’ve been working in the veterinary field since 2018 and Parkwood Animal Hospital is my first clinic to work in the states. I thoroughly enjoy working in a surgical setting, helping sick patients, and making a difference in a patient’s life. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, playing video games, listening to K-pop, and being creative.
At home, Shalyn has two fur-babies: Milly, a sweet and silly Weimaraner and Mayhem, a handsome and gentle Weimaraner. She likes spending time with her family and her husband, John. They enjoy going to concerts, trying new foods and visiting new places. Someday, she would like to visit Japan, Italy and Mo’orea.
I live here in Friendswood with my partner Josh, our best boy Oakley (a 3 year old Lab mix), two cats Cheetah (a 19 year old grey tuxedo) and Naomi (a 2 year old Calico), and our crested gecko named Treecko. I graduated from the Vet Tech Institute of Houston in 2022 and hope to continue to learn about Animal Science! I have always loved animals, and I have personal experience in caring for many species from dogs and fish, to reptiles and bugs! In my free time I enjoy art and photography, music, and camping. The best part of this job is getting to know your pets and watching them grow and thrive!
Traci is a local having grown up in the Houston area. She enjoys working on puzzles and hanging out with her dogs Princess Buttercup and Princess Leia in her free time. She makes it a point to meet and love on any doodle she sees. She has an affinity for interior decor and has goals to overall be the best veterinary technician she can be.
Heather grew up locally in League City, Tx. She is well established in the veterinary field and has been a technician for about 12 years. During her free time she enjoys being Mom and hanging out with her family which includes her fur babies Kahlani, Willis, and Captain.
I am originally from Northfield, Vermont where I attended Vermont Technical College and received my Vet Tech degree in 2017, but have been working in veterinary medicine or related fields since 2014. I passed my VTNE becoming a licensed veterinary technician August 2017. I’ve worked mostly in small animal general practice with some experience in exotics, cardiology, internal medicine and oncology. My favorite part of my job is experiencing the true bond between person and pet every single day. They really are family members! I made my way to Texas at the beginning of 2020 with my fiancé Adam, my pug Mia and our Black Mouth Curr Harper. (I wish we could have brought some snow with us too, lol) We obtained our two cats Kimchi and Binx a little while later. Outside of work my favorite things to do are hiking with my dogs and fiancé (we hope to hike in every national park before we die!), paddle board, and explore culture through cuisine!
Stacy is from Florence, NJ and lived there for the majority of her life. She graduated from Virginia Tech in 2016 with a B.S. in Animal Sciences. She moved to Texas on a whim to live with her best friend after college. She met her husband Scott here in Texas. They have been together for 6 years, married for 2.5 years. They have three cats together. Olivia who is 6.5 yrs old, Cleo 4.5 yrs old and Calypso who is 1 yr old. She has been a part of the veterinary field for 3.5 years. She is known for her ability to handle “spicy cats”. She says “ I love being a part of a team that helps pets get better. I love seeing them going home, tails wagging and feet tapping when they see their people, especially if they’ve been feeling so yucky.” She also loves being a part of preventative care that helps keep pets happier and healthier with routine screenings so we can catch problems sooner. She says she wants to continue to learn and grow and better herself so she can better help her team and patients.
Sam has been in the veterinary field since 2017 when she first started working at a small animal practice in Santa Fe. She has always dreamed of going to Texas A&M to be a Veterinarian for equines after she learned how to ride horses. She grew up in Houston Texas but later moved to Alvin after she graduated high school. She started out her career as an EMT but after having her daughter she chose to go into the veterinary field and has loved it ever since. She has a little blue pit named Olaf (of course her daughter named him) and a kitty cat named Binx.
In her free time she likes going to the beach and swimming at the pool with her daughter. The thing she enjoys most about her job is helping the sick fur babies and watching them get well
Alexis is a local having grown up in Pearland, Tx. She enjoys hanging out with her husband and new baby Luxton. She has been a part of the veterinary field for six years now and is an avid learner. Her family includes a border collie named Zena. She has goals of being the best mom and technician she can be.
