About Us
Anthony C. Klingler, DVM
Dr. Klingler has been the proud owner of Concord Veterinary Clinic since January 2017. He graduated from Michigan State College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. He is originally from Bronson, MI and returned there after veterinary school where he practiced both large and small animal medicine for the better part of 3 years. His special interests include cervid (deer) medicine, orthopedics, complex surgical cases, allergies and cancer therapy. Dr. Klingler was actively involved in both 4-H and FFA and now enjoys helping out the youth with their projects for fair. In his free time, Dr. Klingler enjoys being outdoors, running, triathlons, golfing and spending time with his family. He and his wife, Kelsey, also started a deer farming business in the summer of 2022 called Red Moon Whitetails. They are enjoying this new adventure and love to share the experience with others. Check out Red Moon Whitetails Facebook page at the link below.
Bethany M. Wykes, DVM
Dr. Bethany joined our team in August of 2020 after graduating from Michigan State University earlier that spring. She grew up in Branch County and was very active in 4-H and FFA. She especially enjoys working with production animals and producers, but also enjoys small animal surgery and any opportunity to give back to the organizations that lead her to where she is today.
Shae Stephens, LVT
Shae is one of our licensed technicians. She joined our team in February 2019 and has been a wonderful addition. She graduated from the Michigan State Veterinary Technician program in 2008 and has worked in the veterinary field ever since. Her hobbies include spending time with her 2 daughters, parading with her beautiful Belgian horses and attending horse shows.
Kelsey Klingler, LVT
Kelsey is one of our licensed Veterinary Technicians that joined our team in January 2017. She graduated in 2013 from The Vet Tech Institute at the International Business College in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Kelsey’s special interests include dentistry, assisting in orthopedic & soft tissue surgeries, & providing the necessary care for critical care and emergency cases. Her favorite hobbies are horseback riding, softball, volleyball, camping, hunting, and spending time with her husband and 2 kids. She is pictured here with her son, Logan.
Siera Whitney
Siera is a farm girl, born and raised in Parma, Michigan. She has been with our family as a Veterinary Assistant since 2007. She was active in 4-H and was a 4-H leader for 10+ years where she showed rabbits, goats and swine. Siera's hobbies include hanging out with her husband and two beautiful children, pictured with her here, kayaking, camping, and exercising. Her favorite part about her job is the joy she feels when she helps animals in need.
Emily Snyder, LVT
Emily joined our practice in March of 2020 as a licensed Veterinary Technician. She graduated from
Baker College in 2018 with a degree in Veterinary Technology. Emily was born and raised on a farm in
Parma, MI and participated in 4-H for twelve years where she showed goats, rabbits, ducks,
and chickens. During one of these years involved in 4-H, Emily had a goat that gave birth to five kids and they
were featured in the Jackson County Citizens Patriot. Emily’s interest include dentistry, phlebotomy and behavior medicine. Some of her hobbies are going
for walks with her two dogs(Tikka and Rex), kayaking, CrossFit and being with friends and family.
Mershell Cook
Mershell has been a receptionist at Concord Vet for the past 20 years. She and her husband live on a 165 acre farm in Jackson where they raise Simmental beef cattle. Mershell is very active in 4-H youth and is the beef superintendent at the Jackson County Fair. In her spare time, she likes to go camping and babysit her grandchildren. She is pictured here with her dog and husband.
Carly Simmons
Carly joined our team as a receptionist in 2020, she has been a great addition to the family. She was born and raised in Concord and was active in 4-H at the Jackson County fair, showing swine for 7 years. Carly enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling to new states with her husband. She is pictured here with her husband, Ray.
Chelsea Holmes
Chelsea joined our team as a receptionist in November of 2021, she has been a great addition to our team. She enjoys spending time with family and searching for new antiques. Chelsea is an animal lover, she has a family dog named Macy.
She is pictured here with her husband James and son Oliver.
Mahala Prater
Mahala joined our team as a Veterinary Assistant in April 2021. She is currently studying biology at Spring Arbor University. Then plans to attend Michigan State University of Veterinary Medicine after graduation. Her hobbies include fishing, hunting, kayaking and 4-H.
Caty Reynolds
Caty joined the team in October of 2024. She did 4H for 3 years, showing her pigs. She has always loved animals, and spending time with family and friends.