Union Park Vet Hospital Team

Dr. Jennifer Van Wagoner

Dr. Van Wagoner graduated from the University of Utah with a B.S. in Biology and completed her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at Colorado State University in 2002. She began practicing in Las Vegas for four years before moving back to Salt Lake City, where she has been practicing ever since. Her special interests in veterinary medicine include Dermatology, Dentistry, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Van Wagoner takes great pride in practicing high-quality medicine with compassion for both her patients and their owners. When not in the office, she enjoys running and reading-she was fortunate enough to run in the Chicago Marathon in 2022! Dr. Van Wagoner shares her home with a Lab mix named Frank, a German Shorthair Pointer named Charlie, and a cat named Ricky Bobby.

Dr. Taylore Adkison

Dr. Taylore Adkison earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M. She has a special interest in preventative care, internal medicine, and oncology. Dr. Adkison takes pride in being compassionate, paying close attention to detail and collaboration. The best care can sometimes take a village! Outside of her veterinary work she enjoys cinema and spending time outdoors with her husband & her sweet chihuahua mix Roubidoux. A fun fact about Dr. Adkison; Roubidoux was her first-ever surgery patient in school and loved her so much she had to adopt her!

Dr. Rebekah Spainhour

Dr. Rebekah Spainhour, originally from Derby, Kansas, has had a lifelong passion for animals, science, and medicine. She attended Fort Hays State University, where she played volleyball and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, and discovered her true calling in veterinary medicine. Dr. Spainhour graduated from Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. While in school, she conducted research to create a diagnostic assay for Cytauxzoonosis, a tick-borne disease affecting feline species. This research was eventually published in the MDPI Pathogens Journal. In addition, Dr. Rebekah Spainhour was a dual-degree major, where she studied for a Master’s degree in Public Health.

Dr. Spainhour’s veterinary interests include preventative medicine, cardiology, client education, and soft tissue surgery.

In her free time, Dr. Spainhour enjoys anything involving the outdoors, great food, and spending time with her Mastiff-Vizsla mix, Ava.

Dr. Hannah Weimer

Bio coming soon!

Ali A, Hospital Manager

Ali joined UPVH in 2023. She is originally from California bringing with her a background in the veterinary field since 2017.  She started in client service, where her passion is in connecting with clients and their beloved pets, fostering a warm and welcoming environment. Through her genuine care, she ensures that every client feels heard and understood, while their pets receive the best possible care. Ali stepped into the Hospital Manger role in 2024 and has brought with her a commitment to fostering a positive culture, and creating an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported. When not in the office, Ali enjoys spending time with her 4 cats (Norah, Cleo, Alice, and Penelope) her sweet Golden Retriever, Maz and her boyfriend. She also enjoys reading, painting, and enjoying the beautiful outdoors of Utah.

Destiny, Lead Veterinary Technician, CVT

With a journey that began seven years ago at the front desk as a Client Service Representative, Destiny has always had a deep-rooted connection to veterinary medicine. After briefly exploring a different path in baking, she realized her true passion never strayed far from the hospital. In 2019, she officially transitioned into the role of veterinary technician, and recently became certified—an achievement that reflects her dedication and love for animal care.

At home, she shares life with two beloved cats, Zot and Osa, who keep her grounded and entertained. When she’s not in scrubs, you’ll likely find her soaking up the sun—fly fishing, camping, and exploring the outdoors alongside her fiancé. For her, few things are better than a sunny day, a quiet stream, and the company of loved ones (both human and feline).

Bridget, Veterinary Technician, CVT

Bridget was born and raised here in Utah and has been studying in the veterinary field since 2009. She has loved animals and has wanted to work in the veterinary field since she was a child. In pursuit of this dream, Bridget graduated from Utah State University with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Dairy and Veterinary Science with an emphasis in Bio-Veterinary Science and a minor in Chemistry. Bridget has been part of the UPVH team almost since the day we opened our doors. She knows and loves all of our patients and their people. When not working, Bridget loves to hang out with her family, including her two cats Sam and Greycee. Her hobbies include cooking, crafting, and camping.

Morgan, Veterinary Technician

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Ashlyn B., Veterinary Assistant

Ashlyn joined UPVH in 2024 as a Veterinary Assistant and has been in the veterinary field for a year and a half. Prior to beginning her career in vet medicine, she volunteered her time fostering neonatal and at-risk kittens. She has fostered over 150 kittens in a year and up to 19 at a time!

She has two cats, Evie and Arlo, who were both foster failures. When Ashlyn isn’t fostering kittens or working as a veterinary assistant, she is a photographer and loves to play the piano and watercolor paints. She is currently a student at the U studying biology and plans to go on to veterinary school.

Crystal, Client Care Specialist

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Amelia, Client Care Specialist

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