Our Team
Meet the Team at Heidt Veterinary Hospital
Located in Lima, OH, Heidt Veterinary Hospital offers an experienced team that regularly goes above and beyond for your treasured family members. From skilled veterinarians to attentive staff, each member of our team is vital in providing the high standard of veterinary care your pet deserves.
Get to Know Our Lima, OH Veterinary Team
Veterinarians
Wendy Fuduric, DVM
Dr. Wendy Fuduric attended Ross University of Florida. She has been practicing since 2001 and has been a veterinarian at Heidt Veterinary Hospital since July 2004.
She prides herself on finding creative solutions to difficult problems, whether medical or surgical, to accommodate families and their cherished pets.
In her free time, she likes to go on jogs with her dog and spend time with her family outside. She adores the community and her workplace, where people are friendly and appreciative.
Education: Ross University of Florida
Joe Fuduric, DVM
Dr. Joe Fuduric attended Ross University of Florida and did his Clinical at University of Illinois. He has been practicing since 2001 and at Heidt Veterinary Hospital since July 2004. He specializes in small animal medicine. Joe prides himself on always working hard with our amazing staff to provide each patient with great care.
His mission is to provide the best veterinary care to each patient and educate the clients. He has met many wonderful people through the community and thinks Lima is an excellent place to raise a family.
In his free time, he likes spending time with his three daughters and enjoying the outdoors.
Education: Ross University of Florida and University of Illinois
Dr. Danielle Steffan, Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Danielle Steffan has been practicing veterinary medicine since 2007 and has been a doctor at Heidt Veterinary Hospital since 2013. Danielle attended University of Findlay as an undergraduate and Iowa State University School of Veterinary Medicine for her doctorate.
She prides herself on her compassion for patients and their owners. It can be upsetting when pets are sick, and she does her best to improve the patient’s health and help their owners in the process. Communication is key to meeting everyone’s needs.
Most of her time is focused on internal medicine, but she also enjoys surgery. She loves to travel with her family and is an avid reader in her free time.
Education: University of Findlay and Iowa State University School of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Carrie Yaussy, Associate Veterinarian
Leadership
Jessica, Practice Manager
Jessica Vandenbroek graduated from the University of Findlay and has been with Heidi Veterinary Hospital since December 2022. She takes pride in making sure everyone who walks in the door feels welcomed and that they are a part of the family.
In her free time, she loves spending time with her husband and three little ones on their farm. They raise and show their registered Tunis Sheep nationally. She also loves to craft and be outside as much as possible.
Technicians
Marsha, RVT
Marsha prides herself on taking care of pets in need as if they are her own and being there for clients in high-stress situations.
In her free time, she likes crafting, gardening, and spending time with her husband and dogs.
Education: Brown Mackie College
Hannah , RVT
Receptionist/Veterinarian Assistant
Jessica, Veterinarian Assistant
Jessica Schroeder is a Receptionist/Veterinarian Assistant at Heidt Veterinary Hospital. She attended Staitzenberger College and has been practicing veterinary medicine for almost six years. She takes pride in comforting and caring for clients and patients during their hard times, especially end-of-life. She enjoys making patients feel at ease during their visits and client education.
In her free time, Jessica spends time with her friends and family, especially her husband and kids. She enjoys attending and watching sporting events like football, hockey, and baseball. She loves to cook and bake and also travel and experience new adventures.
Destiny, Veterinarian Assistant
Destiny Askins is a Receptionist/Veterinarian Assistant at Heidt Veterinary Hospital. She attended Elida High School and has been in the veterinary medicine field since 2021.
She takes pride in being able to provide the best care possible to each patient, treating them as her own, as well as being able to help with diagnosis properly and efficiently.
During her free time, she likes to try new tricks with her dogs, Momma (9) and Legion (4), and explore new walking places. She occasionally volunteers at her local animal shelter and helps on their family rescue farm.
Education: Elida High School
Maddy, Veterinarian Assistant
Maddy Moody is a Receptionist/Veterinarian Assistant at Heidt Veterinary Hospital. She attended Colby Community College and has been practicing for one year. She prides herself in caring for patients and helping people in the community.
She enjoys spending time with her two dogs and going on walks in her free time.
Cheyanne, Veterinarian Assistant
Bio Coming Soon
Gaile, Veterinarian Assistant
Gaile is a Vet Assistant at Heidt Veterinary Hospital. She attended OSV Columbus. and has been working with us since March of 2023. She takes pride in making animals happy.
In her free time, she enjoys hammocking, hiking, riding her skateboard, and playing with her cat.
Jordi, Veterinarian Assistant
Kyla, Veterinarian Assistant
Bio coming soon!
Rachel, Veterinarian Assistant
I pride myself in client education and explaining everything in a way pet owners can understand!
I love spending time with my family, friends, and doing all things outdoors! Poodles of all sizes are my favorite breed so if someone is beyond excited at the clinic that you have a poodle, it’s probably me. 🥰
Erin, Receptionist
Erin Collins is a Receptionist/Veterinarian Assistant at Heidt Veterinary Hospital and has been practicing since July 2022. She attended Ada High School and the University of Northwestern Ohio.
She enjoys being able to help pets and their owners and provide them with the best experience possible.
In Erin’s free time, she enjoys baking, reading, gardening, and being outdoors.
Education: Ada High School and University of Northwestern Ohio
Connie, Receptionist
Bio Coming Soon
Kennel
Matayah, Kennel Tech
Matayah is a Kennel Tech at Heidt Veterinary Hospital. She attended the Apollo Career Center and has been in the veterinary field since Dec of 2023. She prides herself on her attentiveness and efficient care for her patients, ensuring their needs are swiftly met.
In her free time, she enjoys creating digital art, playing video games, and learning new things.