Nicole Powers, DVM

Dr. Nicole Powers grew up nearby in Van Meter, Iowa and is excited to now be practicing veterinary medicine in her home community.

Dr. Powers graduated from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa in 2014 with a degree in Biology and minor in Spanish. While at Luther she competed in collegiate Track and Field and Cross Country. She graduated Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2019 before moving to Wisconsin to work in a small animal hospital there.

Dr. Powers started popping into Adel Veterinary Clinic several years ago to learn and mentor under Dr. Holland and Dr. Rohret. She also not-so-secretly hoped to join the team someday.
Dr. Powers will marry her fiancé, Justin, this summer. They enjoy traveling to the national parks, hiking and kayaking. Dr. Powers also enjoys running, watching movies, crafting, and has recently taken up indoor gardening.

Dr. Powers enjoys all of veterinary medicine, including acupuncture. Ophthalmology and cardiology are of particular interest. She thoroughly enjoys working with families to find the best treatment options for each unique pet and situation. The human-animal bond and maximizing each pet’s health and happiness has always been the inspiration for her career and is at the forefront of each appointment.