All our veterinarians are members of the American Veterinary Medical Association. They attend continuing education seminars on a regular basis to keep up to date on the latest advances in veterinary medicine. Our veterinarians also have excellent relationships with outside specialists in areas such as dermatology, neurology, and orthopedics should your pet undergo a procedure that requires more precise knowledge and experience.

Dr. Helen Dane
Owner

Dr. Dane started her love of animals early as she grew up on a dairy farm. “I used to throw the dolls out of the baby carriage and replace them with kittens when I was 3!” Dr. Dane earned her doctorate degree from Iowa State University in 1982. After several years in private practice, Dr. Dane opened the doors of Danada Veterinary Hospital on August 1, 1989. Her favorite part of the job is being a part of so many pets' lives and getting to know their unique personalities, as well as getting to know their owners. When she’s not overseeing the hospital or her patients, Dr. Dane enjoys bicycling, boating, and snowboarding. She is married to Roger Hohle, the business manager for DVH, and has two children Max and Rae. They share their home with Teko the dog, Sabre the cat and Bender the cockatiel.

Dr. Dane treats dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and pocket pets.

Dr. Keith Berley
Chief of Medicine

"It was a difficult choice between becoming famous or becoming a veterinarian. The lack of any musical or acting talent made the decision easier." Dr. Berley joined the Danada Veterinary Staff in 1997 after graduating from the University of Illinois also in 1997. He has a strong interest in surgery and working on difficult cases. His favorite part of his job is helping animals and families through difficult times and forming life long bonds with his patients. Dr. Berley lived in New Orleans for two years and still has a strong affection for the area. When he’s not saving lives, he plays volleyball, works out and enjoys fixing up his house; the one his 16 yr old Persian, Winnie, rules “with her tiny, little fuzzy fists of fury.”

Dr. Berley treats dogs and cats.


Dr. Jeneen Hiller
Associate Veterinarian

As a child, Dr. Hiller was always with an animal, so becoming a veterinarian was the next logical step. Dr. Hiller joined the Danada Veterinary staff in 2004 after graduation from the University of Illinois in 2002. She especially enjoys surgery and wellness/preventative medicine. Her family includes a daughter, Kiley and son, Jack in addition to her husband, dogs, and cats. Dr. Hiller is on staff part-time so she not only gets to enjoy motherhood, but also continue to work with the Danada clients she has grown so fond of. The family loves to travel and in her spare time Dr. Hiller  to enjoys reading, working out, hiking and camping. 

Dr. Hiller treats dogs, cats and other small exotic mammals.


Dr. Lisa Kelly
Associate Veterinarian 

To Dr. Kelly, the best part of her job is “helping guide clients to make the best choice possible for their pet’s health care.” She also credits the Danada clients and "our upbeat, professional" staff for her happiness coming to work everyday. Dr. Kelly graduated from the University of Illinois in 2001 and joined the Danada Veterinary Hospital staff soon after. She has experience in ultrasound and has a soft spot in her heart for working with cats and kittens. She has a full household of two dogs, Rocky and Basil, 3 cats, Lil Girl, Celsius, and Biko, and one husband, Tim. She is on a mission to visit every zoo she possibly can and keeps track of where she’s been on a map. Dr. Kelly also enjoys fishing, ice skating and spending time with her nieces and nephew.

Dr. Kelly treats dogs and cats.


Dr. Keith Norberg
Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Norberg grew up next to Brookfield Zoo which naturally developed his love for animals. He was inspired to pursue a medical career and veterinary medicine was the logical combination. He graduated from the University of Illinois CVM in 2006 and joined our staff soon after. He has a special interest in toxicology, dermatology and cytology. Learning something new and being challenged everyday is the best part of his job but he also says “our staff is outstanding and makes each day fun!” He shares his life with his wife, daughter, two dogs, Ronin and Jasmine, Elsa the bunny and two cats, B.C. and Trapper. His wife Liz is a certified veterinary technician so their animals are well taken care of! In his spare time he enjoys reading, exercising and is an avid sports fan.

Dr. Norberg treats dogs and cats and some exotic mammals.

Dr. Laura Wallach
Associate Veterinarian

While an undergrad at the University of Illinois, Dr. Wallach looked into the university's vet school. She thought "I could do that!" She's been practicing at Danada Veterinary Hospital since 1996 after graduating from Illinois in 1994. Her favorite part of her job is helping people to do what's best for them and their pets. In her spare time away from helping animals, she is an avid outdoorswoman and also enjoys reading, music, movies and eating!

Dr. Wallach treats dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, reptiles and other exotic pets.