Staff

Education Rutgers University, B.S. in Animal Sciences, 2019 Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, 2023 Personal and Professional: Dr. Bednar grew up in New Jersey and always showed an interest in the medical field and caring for animals.  After becoming an EMT and working on an ambulance for several years, he…

Education: Millikin University, Political Science major – Commercial Music minor                   Ivy Tech Community College, Organizational Leadership major Personal + Professional: With over twenty years in the veterinary industry, Nicki has worked in a variety of positions – from front desk to veterinary assistant to administrative. She…

Education University of Southern Indiana, Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant Personal + Professional Rachel came to City Way Animal Clinics in 2022 with a passion to help all animals and provide a comforting environment for the owners as well. When she is not spending time with her three dogs, she goes on adventures…

Fun facts: We currently have 3 dogs, 2 cats and 3 fish. All of my fur animals are rescues! We are a Helping Paws Animal Rescue family, with 5 foster dogs coming through my home and only one stayedpermanently (so far 👀). I live for a good burger and fries, constantly searching for a new…

Wendy lives in Fountain Square with her furry friends, Squeakers and Thomas. She became a client at City Way Animal Clinics Fountain Square with Dr Van DeLeest in 2018 and in 2022 became part of City Way family. Wendy enjoys spending her time kayaking, walking, and biking. In her previous life, she was a designer…

Sara is joining the CWAC team after being away for most of the year. Sara enjoys spending time with family and her pets who include Rottie named Guinness who frequents the clinic to help new staff members with blood draws. She also has a Mini Bully named Meeah who is the ultimate couch potato. Sara…

Toni is a Register Veterinary Technician who graduated from Harrison College in 2013 as a Registered Veterinary Technician. During Toni’s time in college, she worked along side her husband to createOpen Kitchen all while serving in some of the top restaurants in Indianapolis. In September 2020, the couple was able to open their very first…

Education Purdue University, BS in Biology, 2019 Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, DVM, 2022 Personal Dr. Kurdziel came to City Way Animal Clinics in 2022 after graduating and is focused on providing the absolute best care for her patients. When she is not in the clinic, Dr. Kurdziel is spending time with her fiancé,…