Our team

I’m Sarah, a veterinarian for dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs. After years of working in clinics in Amsterdam and England, I’m now fulfilling my dream of opening my own practice: Dierenkliniek Westlandgracht.

My biggest passion is dentistry, because a healthy mouth means less pain and a happier, healthier life. Alongside dentistry, I provide first-line consultations and, together with my team, ensure every patient receives the best possible care.

I like to take the time to explain things clearly to pet owners, so you feel confident about the choices for your pet. At home, I share my life with my cats, Coconut and Beer, and I love riding my horse, Lena. I’m also a board member of Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Netherlands, supporting projects that connect healthy animals with healthy people and a healthy planet.

Louis is a companion animal veterinary surgeon and enjoys working with dogs and cats. He particularly values the personal contact during consultations and enjoys first-opinion surgery, always working with care and attention to detail.

Louis is Sarah’s partner and, alongside our clinic, also works in Bergen and Naarden. After graduating, he began his career in 2016 as a mixed-practice veterinarian in Brabant and England. During this time, he gained broad experience, treating a wide range of animals including cows, sheep, goats, owls, a young fox and occasionally a horse. He now focuses entirely on the care of companion animals.

Louis’s calm manner and clear explanations often have a reassuring effect on both our patients and their owners. Outside the clinic, he enjoys spending time in nature, exploring his interest in antique English and Japanese air rifles, or relaxing in a good English pub.

Aleksandra is a small animal veterinarian who enjoys working with both dogs and cats. Within our clinic, she currently focuses mainly on dentistry, but she is broadly trained and experienced across all areas of general practice.

After graduating in 2021 in Poznań (Poland), Aleksandra worked in several practices across Noord-Holland, where she gained extensive experience in primary veterinary care. Sarah and Aleksandra previously worked together at Dierenkliniek Amsterdam, where her knowledge, precision and calm approach immediately stood out.

Aleksandra has a particular interest in dentistry and is currently completing the ESAVS Dentistry course, an international programme that further develops her skills in dental care for dogs and cats.

She understands Dutch well and is actively improving her language skills. For now, she communicates with clients primarily in English.

She lives in Amsterdam and in her free time, Aleksandra enjoys staying active, sports and travelling.

Elleke is a highly experienced and dedicated veterinarian and will be joining our team from May. From June onwards, she will be working with us approximately one day per week. We have known each other for many years, since 2018 when I first started working for her. It feels both special and very enjoyable that our roles have now been reversed.

Elleke graduated as a veterinarian in 2003 and has since gained extensive experience in first opinion practice. For many years, she was the owner of Dierenkliniek Amsterdam, where she became known for her personal and attentive approach to both patients and their owners.

She is a warm and highly skilled veterinarian who places great importance on both the animal and its owner. Elleke has broad interests within veterinary medicine, with particular expertise in surgery and ultrasonography. She enjoys thinking in solutions and looks beyond the immediate problem, placing strong emphasis on nutrition and a more holistic approach to patient care.

In addition to her clinical work, Elleke is actively involved in animal welfare, including her role as a member of the supervisory board of the Dierenambulance.

Elleke lives in Amsterdam with her husband, their three children, and a lively household of animals: Golden Retriever Cato and cats Klaartje, Lux and Luci.

Sarina Slotboom is a veterinary nurse and has been working at our clinic with great pleasure since February 2026. She has over six years of experience in the profession and began her career at Dierenkliniek Stad en Land. Alongside her work in the clinic, Sarina balances her career with motherhood, caring for her two children and two cats.

In her free time, Sarina enjoys walking and cycling, as well as spending time with her family. With her experience, dedication, and genuine love for animals, Sarina is committed to providing the best possible care for both patients and their owners every day.

Jurjen is a veterinary nurse and a permanent member of our clinic team. Our collaboration began during his internship at Dierenkliniek Amsterdam, where he continued working after completing it. That’s where we discovered our shared interest in dentistry and anaesthesia, and since then, we have become a well-coordinated team.

With his extensive experience in dentistry, anaesthesia, and caring for hospitalised patients, Jurjen is a key support in the clinic. He works calmly, carefully, and with great attention to the well-being of every animal.

In his free time, Jurjen enjoys going to the cinema, practising karate, and often cat-sits in Amsterdam. Even outside of work, caring for animals plays an important role in his life.

Merel Beentjes is a student veterinary nurse and is studying at Vonk in Alkmaar. From a young age, she has had a deep love for animals and has always been involved in caring for them, helping improve their health and well-being.

During her training, Merel continues to expand her knowledge every day and applies it in the clinic with great enthusiasm. She has her own horse and several other pets, so animals play an important role in her life, both at work and at home.

With her calm, committed, and eager-to-learn attitude, Merel takes great care in supporting both animals and their owners, always striving to provide the best possible care.

Maikel Jongejeugd is a student veterinary nurse and is completing the accelerated veterinary nurse training programme at Yuverta College in Houten. He is in his final year of training and is undertaking his internship at our clinic with great enthusiasm.

Maikel is eager to learn, works independently, and is passionate about animal care. In addition to his studies, he volunteers at Dierenopvang Amsterdam, gaining experience caring for cats and supporting the team. He enjoys working with both animals and people and finds great fulfilment in contributing to animal wellbeing. With his motivated, committed attitude, Maikel is keen to support the team in daily clinical work, particularly in dentistry, while continuing to develop his paraveterinary skills.

Stefanie van der Klei is a student veterinary nurse and is completing an internship at our clinic with great enthusiasm. She is enrolled in an accelerated veterinary nurse training programme in Utrecht and enjoys working closely with both animals and their owners.

Stefanie has gained experience in consultations, surgical procedures, radiography, and laboratory work, and is always keen to continue learning. She is careful and committed, and finds great fulfilment in contributing to animal well-being. Her background in animal welfare volunteering and her love for cats bring both empathy and a strong client-focused approach to her work.

Tess Sevenhuijsen is a student veterinary nurse and is studying at Yuverta College in Aalsmeer. She is in her second year and will complete an internship at our clinic from 2 February to 12 April 2026.

From a young age, Tess has been passionate about animals and has always known she wanted to work in veterinary medicine. She enjoys working with both people and animals and finds great fulfilment in supporting and caring for them. Tess hopes to become a veterinarian and dreams of running her own veterinary practice. With her enthusiastic, eager-to-learn attitude, she is keen to support the team and learn as much as possible during her time with us.