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Meet the dedicated professionals at Wellspring Animal Hospital, committed to providing exceptional care for your pets with expertise, compassion, and personalized attention.

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Veterinarians

Dr. Jason Albertson, DVM

Dr. Jason Albertson purchased the Helten Veterinary Clinic in January 2016. In March of 2019, he moved the practice to 606 N Winterset and changed the name to Wellspring Animal Hospital.

Dr. Jason was born in Newton, KS, and raised in Kansas City, Kansas. He received his DVM degree from Kansas State University in 1989 and practiced in Texas and Idaho before moving to Wichita.

His areas of special interest include internal medicine, dentistry, and ophthalmology.

Dr. Heather Albertson, DVM

Dr. Albertson is a 1990 graduate of KSU College of Veterinary Medicine. She is married to her husband, Jason, and has four boys.

Her own house is full of animals including dogs, cats, fish, and the occasional hermit crabs.

Whatever time is left in her busy schedule is used for reading, gardening, and church activities, which include playing clarinet in the church orchestra.

Dr. Melanie Summers, DVM

Dr. Melanie Summers is a skilled and compassionate relief veterinarian with over 13 years of experience in the field of companion animals and exotics. After starting her career in a mixed animal practice, she owned and operated a successful veterinary hospital for 8 years. Her professional interests include surgery and internal medicine. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Summers has served as the past chair of the Kansas Humane Society board and as vice president of the Wichita Veterinary Medical Association. She also dedicates her time to volunteering on trips abroad, using her skills to help animals and communities in need. When not working, Dr. Summers enjoys an active lifestyle filled with camping, hiking, fishing, and running. At home, she is surrounded by a lively household, including her supportive husband, four children, three dogs, and four cats. Her dedication to veterinary medicine, leadership, and service reflects a lifelong passion for animals and making a difference.

Dr. Taylor Vap, DVM

Dr. Taylor Vap earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Oklahoma State University. She has experience as a veterinary assistant and volunteered at a high-volume spay and neuter clinic. She is a Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional through CAETA and a Cat Friendly Veterinary Professional through AAFP.

Dr. Vap’s passion for veterinary medicine began with a lifelong love of animals and grew through her commitment to supporting the human-animal bond. She hopes clients understand that preventive care, including vaccines, parasite prevention, and dental care, is one of the most important investments they can make in their pets’ long-term health.

Originally from Louisiana, she enjoys reading fantasy and science fiction and training and competing in jiu-jitsu tournaments. She shares her home with her husband, two dachshunds, a chihuahua, and an orange cat.