Get to Know Our Team!
Our team is dedicated to giving your pets a happy, healthy life! We’re excited to meet you, so please take a moment to scroll down and get acquainted with our team.
Veterinarians
Dr. David Helper
DVM
Dr. Helper
- Founder of Northview Animal Hospital 1989
- Graduate of Southern Illinois University B.A. Biology 1979
- University of Illinois B.S. Veterinary Science 1981
- University of Illinois School of Veterinary Medicine D.V.M. 1983
Moved to Albuquerque in 1983, staff veterinarian at Bolton Animal Hospital for the 5 years prior to opening Northview Animal Hospital.
Hobbies: Fishing and other outdoor activities, Travel.
Married with 2 children.
Dr. Kip Lemke
Dr. Lemke
- University of Illinois BS Veterinary Science 1981
- University of Illinois DVM 1983
- Diplomate America College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia 1995
- Worked in a small and large animal practice in the Midwest and Pacific Northwest from 1983-1989
- University of Illinois Residency and Masters in Science in Anesthesiology and Pain Management from 1989-1993.
- Taught Anesthesiology and Pain Management in Australia, Canada, and United States from 1993-2020.
Hobbies: Flyfishing, skiing, biking, and spending time with his labrador, Copper.
Dr. Anna Algermissen
Dr. Tvede
I am originally from right here in Albuquerque, NM, and I attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. I completed my clinical year at the Royal Veterinary College in London England and after I graduated, I spent 4 months thru-hiking that Appalachian Trail before beginning my veterinary career.
I met my husband, Reid, while hiking the AT and landed in Tennessee, where I worked as a general practitioner. We just finished a thru-hike of the Continental Divide Trail before settling back in Albuquerque. We love anything that involves being outside, particularly hiking, running, rollerblading, and paddleboarding. We have a little adventure cat named Makita who hikes and kayaks with us as well.
Dr. Merlyn Avila
Outside the clinic, Dr. Avila enjoys practicing martial arts, exploring Albuquerque’s beautiful hiking trails, and playing tennis. They are excited to welcome new and familiar faces to the practice!