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The brightest in the fieldKerry Kuhle, D.V.M.A 2001 graduate of the University of MinnesotaCollege of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Kuhle comesfrom a progressive equine practice where she providedambulatory services as well as care of hospitalizedhorses. Her experience includes preventive medicine,routine field surgery, dentistry, emergency care, and themanagement of mares and stallions as well as healthyand sick neonates. Dr. Kuhle has particular interest inophthalmology, neonatology, and reproduction andis preparing for board certification in theriogenology(reproduction).Sara Wefel, D.V.M., Diplomate American Board ofVeterinary Practitioners (Equine)Dr. Wefel has experience with multiple breeds andequine disciplines as a horse owner and vet. Aftergraduation from the University of Minnesota Collegeof Veterinary Medicine, she completed an internshipand residency, as well as board certification in equinepractice. Dr. Wefel is currently pursuing further specializationin equine dentistry and has special interests inlameness, injury rehabilitation, and internal medicine.Our missionEnsuring high-quality service to our equine communitythrough advanced diagnostics, links to Universityresources, owner education, and care plans centered onthe horse.Our service areaThe West Metro Equine Practice’s office is locatedat 5418 Highway 12 in Maple Plain, Minnesota. Theambulatory practice serves the western Twin Citiesmetropolitan area.AppointmentsFor more information, or to schedule anappointment, call 763-479-2932 24 hours a day,7 days a week. Regular clinic hours are Mondaythrough Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Equine ambulatory medicineUniversity of MinnesotaWest Metro Equine PracticeFull-service carebrought to your horseDr. Sara Wefel checks out a new member of the practice. The WestMetro Equine Practice provides special expertise in reproductivemanagement of mares and stallions as well as care for horses atall stages of life.University of Minnesota West Metro Equine Practice5418 Highway 12, P.O. Box 475, Maple Plain MN 55359Phone: 763-479-2932Fax: 763-479-6810 • E-mail: mpequine@umn.eduWeb: www.westmetroequine.com071224 hours/day • 7 days/week

Keeping Minnesota’s animals healthyBringing the best in veterinary medicine to your horseThe West Metro Equine Practice provides ambulatory services to equine clients in the western Twin Citiesmetropolitan area. We offer routine and emergency care for your equine companion, including preventivemedicine services, treatment of injury and illness in foals and adults, prepurchase examinations and lamenessdiagnostics, rehabilitation expertise, and reproductive management.Why West Metro EquinePractice?West Metro Equine Practice is committed toenhancing the overall care of horses in ourcommunity and providing support to our clientsthrough expert diagnostic and veterinary care.We work in partnership with horse owners andtrainers to do what is best for your horse.West Metro Equine Practice is a service of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine’s VeterinaryMedical Center (VMC). The VMC is one of the largest and best-equipped veterinary teaching hospitals in the world,with more than 60 specialists providing expert care in 15 different veterinary specialties. The VMC’s new Piper Clinic,located in the Leatherdale Equine Center, provides a state-of-the-art facility for equine care. West Metro clients receivethe benefit of personalized, compassionate, convenient care from the West Metro team with direct access to the fullcapabilities of specialty care provided at the VMC.Digital radiographs andportable ultrasoundfor fast results andimmediate treatmentSports medicineand rehabilitationservices “on the go”Convenient, compassionate care from your local team, supported by a worldclassveterinary medical centerThe veterinarians at West Metro Equine Practice integrate seamlessly with the equine researchers and specialistsat the College of Veterinary Medicine to provide optimal, state-of-the-art care for your horse. Complex casesbenefit from access to the VMC’s full team of board-certified equine surgeons, internists, reproductive specialists,ophthalmologists, cardiologists, dentists, dermatologists, radiologists, behaviorists, and other experts.Digital Coggins andhealth certificatesAdvanced equinedentistry servicesWest Metro Equine Practice763-479-293224 hours/day • 7 days/week