Dr. Elizabeth "Libbi" Hawkins, Owner

Dr. Libbi grew up in southwest Portland where she attended Bridlemile Elementary and Wilson High School. Dr. Libbi received her B.S. from Oregon State University, her M.S. from the University of Nebraska and her DVM from Kansas State University. Dr. Libbi enjoys practicing all aspects of veterinary medicine and has special interests in dental health, geriatric and hospice care. She believes the human animal bond is the most remarkable bond we can share. Dr. Libbi currently shares her home and heart with 2 Golden Retrievers, Bailey and Tillie as well as her kitties, Tortillni, Flower, Vinny, Violet and Veto. Dr. Libbi is dedicated to working with the community and supporting several local rescue groups including Golden Bond Rescue, Cat Adoption Team and Animal Aid. She believes these type organizations help as many pet’s as possible find their forever homes.

Her hobbies outside of Gabriel Park Veterinary Clinic include gardening, exploring any beach, spending time with friends, and a recent love of travel in France. Dr. Libbi enjoys being a local business owner and strives to provide the most valuable services to her clients and their animal family members.

Dr. Melanie Mielke

Dr. Mel, as we like to call her, is our official Friday doctor and we couldn’t be happier to have her as part of the Gabriel Park family. Dr. Mielke received her DVM from Ross Veterinary School in Saint Kitts and has enjoyed general practice for years. Dr. Mielke is an excellent diagnostician, as well as surgeon and gets just as excited to see a new puppy or kitten as she does our senior pets. Dr. Mels laugh and exuberant disposition are contagious and we love her! She enjoys spending time with her husband, son and daughter, along with their senior boxer and two cats. And she enjoys competitive body building! Now that’s dedication!