Doctors:

Dr. Nick Machtell, DVM

Dr. Nick Machtell is an owner. He graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Rhonda, and their 3 kids, Chantel, Kayla, and Taylor. In his spare time he enjoys hunting and woodworking.

Dr. Tanya Borud, DVM

Dr. Borud grew up on a small grain and cattle farm northwest of Minot, ND. After high school, she attended NDSU and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Veterinary Technology. She then attended Colorado State University where she completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Professionally she has a special interest in acupuncture, pain management, and surgery. Away from work she enjoys being in the outdoors, riding horse, downhill snow skiing, and spending time with her family. Her family consists of her husband, Mark, and her two sons, Will and Owen, as well as two dogs, two cats, and two horses.

Dr. Matt Talbot, DVM

Dr. Matt Talbot grew up in Nebraska and attended veterinary school at Kansas State University. Professional interests include endocrine diseases, emergency medicine, clinical pharmacology, and infectious diseases. In his spare time Dr. Talbot enjoys spending time outdoors, both hunting and fishing.

Practice Manager:

Lisha Riley, LVT, Practice Manager

Lisha grew up in Watertown, SD. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Veterinary Technology from NDSU in 2000. She worked at Valley Veterinary Hospital as a licensed veterinary technician from 2000 until 2004. In June 2004, she was offered the position of Practice Manager at Southgate Veterinary Hospital. Lisha and her husband Mark have two sons, Alex and Hudsyn; and an assortment of animals. She is active with the Alzheimer’s Association, Secretary of the Red River Sled Dog Derby Race, and is teaching part time in the Veterinary Technology Program at The MN School of Business, Moorhead.  Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, photography, reading, and cheering for the NDSU Bison.

Technicians:

Dawn Barth, LVT

Dawn graduated in 1995 from NDSU with a Bachelors of Science degree in Veterinary Technology. She has been fortunate to have been working at Southgate ever since. Her special interests in her career are Dentistry and Client Education. Dawn and her husband, Brent have 4 children, Tiffany,Megan, Andrew and Dylan. They share their home with 2 cats, Whiska and Hermione. In her spare time, she enjoys being with family and friends, pet sitting, playing softball, biking and scrap booking.

Karin Naasz, LVT

Karin graduated from NDSU in 2000 with a Bachelors degree in Veterinary Technology, and a minor in Microbiology. She was offered an intern position with Southgate Veterinary Hospital, and was hired soon after. Her areas of interest include anesthesia, surgical nursing, and critical care. She lives with two furry friends. Her dog Cassious, a rowdy black lab, who enjoys spending time at Southgate. Howard, the “hairy beast cat”, will perch on any available lap. She enjoys going to the lakes with family, watching movies with friends, and she has recently taken up golf, “FORE”!

Alisha Stevens, LVT

Ali graduated from NDSU in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology. She has worked at Southgate Veterinary Hospital since September 2006. At work, Ali enjoys spending time educating and getting to know our clients and their pets, and working in dentistry, surgery, and critical care. In her spare time, she enjoys riding motorcycle, reading, camping, and spending time with her daughter Ashlyn, husband Tony, cats Dax & Steve, and other family and friends. She finds her life to be very full and very rewarding!

Vickie Andersen, LVT

Vickie graduated from the Univeristy of MN, Waseca in 1983, with a degree in Veterinary Technology.  She practiced in the FM area until 1999.  Then took time to raise a family and follow a different career path.  Vickie is married to Darren and they have one son, Devin.

They live on a farm 60 miles from Fargo that offers assisted living to geriatic Equine.  They share their farm with 3 dogs, 4 cats, and 8 horses (7 of which are geriatric). 

When Vickie is not working on the farm and doing chores inside or out; she enjoys spending time with family and animals, and watching her son play sports.  Her outside hobbies include: riding horse, camping, gardening, and snowmobiling.  Indoor hobbies include reading, crocheting, and preserving the fruits and vegetables from her garden. 

She is happy to be "back in the saddle" following her FIRST career choice.  Her favorite aspects of veterinary medicine include client education, surgical nursing, and lab work.

Beth Schneider, LVT

Beth graduated from an animal health technology program in San Diego, CA in 2003 and shortly after moved to Fargo. She has been a licensed vet tech since 2008. She is interested in veterinary surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry. She is a Certified Veterinary Dental Technician through the American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians. Beth worked at our sister clinic, Valley Veterinary Hospital, for four years before joining the Southgate team in March 2009.

She is married to Brice and they enjoy spending time being lazy couch potatoes, watching movies and snuggling their pets, and hanging out with family and friends.

They have two pugs, Patsy and Sue (who is a boy!), Marty (pictured), a cat named Nesta, and Stella, a box turtle.

Amanda Wahler, LVT

Amanda graduated from NDSU in 2010 with a Bachelors degree in Veterinary Technology. She came to Southgate Veterinary Hospital as an intern and got hired shortly after. She enjoys dealing with animal behavior issues and surgeries. Amanda loves spending time with her family and her fiancé Jessy, going to movies, camping, fishing, baking, and cooking. She has 2 Pit bull mixes named Harley and Rush.

Customer Service Representatives:

Tonya Fliflet, Customer Service Representative Front Desk

Tonya has worked at Southgate Veterinary Hospital as a receptionist since February 2006. She has a huge fondness of animals, and loves her interaction with them on a daily basis. Tonya has two dogs, Zena and Samsonite (Samson for short); and two cats Harris and Friday.  In her free time Tonya enjoys spending time with friends, or just curled up with a good book.

Rachel, Customer Service Representative Front Desk

Rachel graduated from MSUM with a Biology major and emphasis in chemistry and ecology.  She is currently receiving her Masters in Business Administration.  Rachel joined the Southgate Veterinary Team in January 2011.  Away from work she enjoys outside activities such as hunting, fishing, horseback riding and hanging out with family and friends.

Kate, Customer Service Representative Front Desk

Kate graduated from Concordia College in 2011 with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry and Classical Studies. She joined the Southgate Veterinary Team in 2011 and loves being able to get to know both the patients and owners. She hopes to apply to veterinary school soon and work with small animals. She not only loves dogs and cats but also likes exotic animals as well. In her free time she enjoys rollerblading and spending time with friends, family, and her black lab mix Spats.

Veterinary Assistants:

Amy Bergan, Veterinary Assistant

Amy started working at Southgate Veterinary Hospital in February 2009. She has her bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from NDSU. She also works at the Red River Animal Emergency Clinic and volunteers at the F/M Humane Society. In her spare time she enjoys the outdoors; especially running, spending time with her family, friends, and pets.

Rachel Haag, Veterinary Assistant

Rachel started at Southgate Veterinary Hospital as an assistant/receptionist in September 2010. Rachel grew up in Milbank S.D. While growing up, her family raised Labrador retrievers and ran a boarding kennel. During that time she developed a passion and love for helping animals. During her spare time Rachel loves to play basketball, volleyball, any outdoor activity, reading, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends; including her special friend Nelly, a black lab.