
Honored Mentor
Helga Bleyaert
VMD, DACVS
Dr. Bleyaert’s knowledge, support, and generosity as a mentor has profoundly impacted so many current and future students. I will forever admire her organization and dedication not only to her mentees, but far-reaching to all BluePearl surgery residency programs. She is unwaveringly committed to her patients and fosters a positive and productive learning environment for her residents. Her hard work will continue to influence current and future residents for years to come.
- Kaitlyn Cassel, VMD
Dr. Bleyaert was instrumental in tirelessly designing and promoting didactic training for the BluePearl surgical resident program across multiple hospitals and numerous resident programs.
- Laura E. Sheahan Hinton, DVM, DACVS


Dr. Bleyaert has not only been an amazing mentor for budding surgeons but also demonstrates her dedication to the next generation of surgeons by developing and forever fine-tuning our training program in creative ways. She has unending energy, and I promise, can organize anyone.
- Kelsey Patricia Human, DVM, DACVS (Small Animal)
Dr. Bleyaert pioneered the BluePearl surgery resident training program.
- Michelle J. Waschak, DVM, MS, DACVS


I am truly honored to receive this recognition, but the credit belongs to the extraordinary residents who have crossed my path over the years. Their energy, curiosity, and dedication push me to grow and strive to do better. Watching them develop into skilled surgeons and compassionate veterinarians has been one of the greatest rewards of my career. I am equally grateful to my colleagues, whose collaboration and support continually challenge me to elevate myself and our program. This recognition reflects the collective effort of a remarkable community, and I think you all sincerely.
- Helga Bleyaert, VMD, DACVS
Donors
- Kaitlyn Cassel, VMD
- Laura E. Sheahan Hinton, DVM, DACVS
- Kelsey Patricia Human, DVM, DACVS (Small Animal)
- Michelle J. Waschak, DVM, MS, DACVS