Meet Our Team
Dr. Erin Mapes Sako
DVM
Dr. Erin Mapes Sako grew up in northeastern Indiana. When she was only 6 years old, she decided she wanted to be a veterinarian someday. Every job she had along the way through high school and college was animal-related, from working in a local mixed animal practice, to pet sitting, cleaning horse stalls, being a zookeeper caring for orangutans and tigers, working with a horse vet in Arizona, and even learning to plow fields with horses. All of these experiences fueled her drive and helped her realize her dream of becoming a veterinarian. After high school, she attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in animal science before obtaining her doctorate of veterinary medicine in 2007 from the Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine.
While in vet school, she met her husband, Jeff. After graduation, they settled in the Chicagoland area of northwest Indiana with their daughter, Kaitlyn, where they have lived until their recent move to Kansas City. Dr. Erin enjoys being with her family and spending time outdoors. Whether it’s riding horses, camping, fishing, swimming, gardening, or playing with their dogs, Dr. Sako and her family love being outside!
Amy
Assistant Manager & Clinic Fan Girl
Amy is a native of the Kansas City area, attending high school in Weston, Mo. She graduated college at University of Central Missouri in 1995. She enjoys volunteering for veterans and animals, traveling with friends, and meeting all dogs. She joined CareVet of Lansing in 2016.
Pictured with Maya and Roscoe.
Lauren
CSR
Lauren began working at CareVet of Lansing in January 2022 as a Customer Service Representative. She is originally from Missouri and has lived in Leavenworth since 2010. She has a love for all animals.
Pictured with her dog Jonesy
Meredith Johannes
Tech Assistant
Meredith grew up on the outskirts of Kearney, MO, and has worked with animals her entire adult life. She started as an assistant at 18 years old, did reception for a short time, and even did animal control for a few years. She finally landed the role of veterinary assistant in 2016 and joined our team in January of this year. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband (a Leavenworth native!), her very old schnauzer mix, and her spicy little chihuahua.
Pictured with Finn (small dog) and Bentley (black & white dog).
Caylin
Tech Assistant
I've always had a deep love and passion for working with animals. After beginning my career in human nursing, I pursued my dream of working in veterinary medicine and am proud to be part of the team at CareVet of Lansing. Outside of work I enjoy traveling, spending time outdoors, and enjoy spending time with my six fur babies.
Amanda
Tech Assistant
Bio coming soon!
