Meet Our Webster Lake Veterinary Hospital Team

VMD & Owner

Dr. Lang is the new owner of Webster Lake Veterinary Hospital. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006. After practicing in New Jersey for 2 years at a large, very busy practice, she joined WLVH in 2008. Dr. Lang enjoys the atmosphere of a more tight-knit community and has appreciated getting to know the clients and pets on a more personal level. This environment allows her to offer the follow-up care for which she is known. She is a big proponent of preventative, wellness, and dental care to avoid issues in the future. She is married, has two beautiful children, and lives on a farm with her active dogs, cats, chickens, sheep, and many horses.

DVM

Dr. Sullivan is a 1990 graduate of Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine. She was the owner of Webster Lake Veterinary Hospital from 2005 to April 2022. Diane enjoys spending time with her family and her two (very spoiled) canine buddies, Jacoby and Kramer. Her favorite pastime is heading out on the trails with friends and her adorable horses, Chico and Levi.

DVM

Dr. Badner received her veterinary degree from Tufts Veterinary School. She opened and operated Webster Lake Veterinary Hospital from 1994 to 2005 and has since continued to practice in Central Massachusetts. She is actively training first responders to be certified in basic life support for K9 working dogs as required by Nero’s Law. She has volunteered with NEADS and, as part of the Massachusetts Animal Response Team, was deployed during Hurricane Irene. She is also a member of the Basic Animal Rescue Training team and is QPR and Fear Free Certified.

Dr. Badner is very excited to come back to her roots and is proud that WLVH has kept her mission statement alive by providing quality care with compassion for your pets. She also serves on the board of the Central Mass Disaster Animal Response Team and is certified in Recover Basic and Advanced Life Support.

Practice Manager

Melissa is our practice manager and is always ready to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Her true passion for animals brought her from the sales and business industries into the animal world, and she couldn’t be happier! Melissa also assists in training first responders to be certified in basic life support for K9 working dogs as required by Nero’s Law. Outside the practice, Melissa enjoys exercising, weightlifting, and spending quality time with her husband, two children, their French Mastiff Brody, and Bulldog Babe. Melissa has a passion for all animals but is especially drawn to the larger breeds.

Selena has over 25 years of experience as a veterinary technician, including six wonderful years at WLVH. She also spent three years teaching at the Mount Ida College Veterinary Technician Program. Outside the hospital, Selena enjoys beach days, gardening, and relaxing walks with her dogs. At home, she cuddles up with her cats and enjoys creating fiber art and stained glass projects.

Alyssa joined the WLVH team in the spring of 2021. She was an experienced dog groomer who wanted to transition into veterinary care. Starting as a receptionist, she has since advanced to a technician role. When she is not answering phones or helping in exam rooms, she enjoys time at home or exploring the outdoors in Maine with her fiancé and their bull terrier, George.

Emily joined WLVH in 2025. She brings experience as both a dog trainer and a canine rehabilitation assistant. Emily is currently pursuing her veterinary technician degree and is passionate about advocating for all animals to ensure they receive proper care. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking in nature, caring for her two bearded dragons, and spending quality time with her family.

CVT

Kate is a Certified Veterinary Technician who has been part of the WLVH team since 2012. One of her favorite parts of the day is performing dental cleanings and assisting in surgery. Outside of work, Kate is a busy homeschooling mom to twins and enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and their dog.

CVT

Betty Jo (BJ) is a Certified Veterinary Technician and has been with WLVH since 2021. She graduated from Becker College with an associate degree in animal care and management. She has many years of experience in small animal clinics and is active in the rescue community throughout New England. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her pups.