Updated: September 27, 2022
You can not just go wrong with Dr. Pol, the veteran veterinarian who manages the Pol Vet Services and is a beloved figure on television. For years, the man has catered to the needs of animals and has built quite a reputation in the process. His adventure is well documented in the show “The Incredible Dr. Pol” which has 21 seasons as of 2022. Over the course of 10 years, several veterinary doctors left the Pol veterinary service and have been replaced. However, showrunners have never rushed to replace old cast with star doctors, indeed, they have injected new faces who are following in the footsteps of the former and are star in the making. Today we take a closer look at the staff members of Dr. Pol, who are on the show and who have left as of 2022.
Dr. Pol Cast Member as of 2022
Dr. Jan Harm Pol:
Jan Harm Pol, also known as Dr. Pol, is the flag bearer of the Pol Vet Services. As the leading man of the farm, Dr. Pol is responsible for making sure things run smoothly. The 80-year-old began the clinic in 1981 after moving to Michigan. With thousands of cases in his bag, Jan Pol continues to work on the farm.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Dr. Jan harm Pol | 2011-2022 | 216 | Yes |
Diane Pol:
The second in command, Diane Pol is the wife of Jan Pol. Born on the 6th of February 1944, Diane was born and raised in Mayville, Michigan. An animal enthusiast, the Pol Vet Services wouldn’t have reached the heights it is today without Diane. She moves behind the scenes and works as a managerial figure for the clinic. Although Diane stays away from the medical side of things, her managerial skills certainly come in handy during the day-to-day workings.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Diane Pol | 2011-2022 | 199 | Yes |
Dr. Brenda Grettenberger:
A senior staff member, Dr. Brenda Grettenberger has spent most of her professional life in the clinic. Brenda was born on the 23rd of February 1967 and is a native of Michigan. She began her job at the clinic in 1992 and has climbed her way to senior staff veterinary doctor. Early on, Brenda found it difficult to assert her authority in a field dominated by men. While farmers were skeptical she slowly asserted her authority in the clinic and has been an integral part of the TV series as well.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Brenda Grettenberger | 2011-2022 | 200 | Yes |
Dr. Nicole Arcy:
The mixed animal veterinarian Nicole Arcy officially joined the animal care facility “Pol Veterinary Service” in July 2018. She made her TV appearance in late 2019 and has gone on to establish herself as a fan favorite.
In her brief time at the clinic, Nicole has helped Dr. Pol with surgeries and taking care of the farm. An alma mater of the University of Missouri, Arcy joined the clinic as an intern before permanently settling there. Besides having a DVM degree, Dr. Arcy boosts her educational credential as a graduate with a Master’s degree in Public health, and at her age sky is the limit. Dr. Arcy has 200 episodes of appearance from 2019 to 2022.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Brenda Grettenberger | 2011-2022 | 200 | Yes |
Charles Pol:
Charles Pol is the adopted son of Dr. Jan Harm Pol and Diane Pol. He is a regular cast member and also performed as executive producer of “The Incredible Dr. Pol.”
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Charles Pol | 2011-2022 | 203 | Yes |
Beth Pol:
Beth Oakes began her “The Incredible Dr. Pol” journey as Charles’s girlfriend in 2018. Over the years her relationship transitioned from fiancée to wife so have her show credits. Beth Pol appears as Charles’s wife as she assists him on farm calls.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Brenda Grettenberger | 2018-2022 | 16 | Yes |
Dr. Lisa Jones:
Dr. Lisa Jones joined Dr. Pol at the same as Dr. Ray did. Like Dr. Ray, Dr. Jones is an associate veterinarian and began working from Pol Veterinary Service form the 1st of July, 2019. Before joining Dr. Pol the information on Dr. Jones virtually does not exist. Judging by her appearances on the show, we can say Dr. Jones is a budding young veterinarian. Since her TV debut in 2020, Dr. Lisa has shown she is to stay and has appeared in 52 episodes from 2020 to 2022. She has veteran Dr. Brenda Grettenberger to look forward to and learn from her experience as Dr. Brenda had to struggle with farmers being the only female veterinarian in the area. Dr. Lisa would be glad she does not have to face the mistrust and convince farmers as Dr. Brenda did in her early days.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Lisa Jones | 2020-2022 | 52 | Yes |
The cast who left “The Incredible Dr. Pol
It is heartbreaking to bid farewell to the cast we are so used to. Over the years several cast members have left the show due to personal reasons, and some looking for new adventures. Credit goes to fans who have been loyal despite big-name departures. Following is the list of the cast who left the show.
Dr. Ray Harp:
Dr. Ray Harp joined Dr. Pol as an associate veterinarian and started working from the 1st of July, 2019. Dr. Ray loved Dr. Pol’s show and was encouraged to pursue veterinary school. Born and raised in Kansas, Dr. Harp graduated with a bachelor of science degree in biology from Kansas State University. Following his time at the University, Dr. Harp began working at a dog daycare in Philadelphia, before returning to the KSU to earn his degree as a vet technician. Dr. Harp began to feature on the show in 2020 and has 17 episodes until 2021. While fellow newcomers Dr. Nicole Arcy and Dr. Lisa Jones returned for the 20th season, Dr. Ray did not. Has Dr. Harp left the show? Dr. Harp has not returned for season 21 as well, looks like he has left the show and likely showrunners won’t give any explanation for his departure.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episode Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Ray Harp | 2020-2021 | 17 | No |
Dr. Emily Thomas:
A staff DVM at Pol veterinary service, Dr. Emily Thomas left at the end of season 15 episode 11 entitled “Little Pol Peep”. Dr. Emily was born as Emily Keene on 1st April 1984 in Georgia, the southeastern state of the U.S. Mother of three, Emily made show debut in 2015 and only grew among fans later. Her husband Tony Thomas assisted her in farm calls.
Dr. Emily left the show to pursue a career opportunity that does not require filming in front of the camera. Also, she wanted to spend more time with her family.
Dr. Emily and her family moved to Virginia around June 2019. She now works at Virginia Warren County Veterinary Clinic. We Hope she misses her camera days and returns to Michigan and the show “Dr. Pol.”
There were other popular employees like Dr. Sandra Wisniewski and Dr. Elizabeth Grammar who also left the show.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Emily Thomas | 2015-2019 | 95 | No |
Tony Thomas:
Tony Thomas is not a veterinary medicine practitioner however he got his chance on the show as a veterinary assistant. He helped his wife Emily Thomas with farm calls and other vet work.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Tony Thomas | 2016-2019 | 20 | No |
Dr. Michele Sharkey:
Michele Sharkey began her journey in the Pol clinic sometime during 2018 as Staff DVM. She was officially initiated into the gang after her appearance as a newly instilled DVM, Staff Veterinarian appearance in the series. While it was Michele’s first appearance alongside Dr. Pol, it was not the first time she met him. In 2011, Michele made regular trips to the clinic to discuss the problems with her horses. Sharkey regularly featured in the series up until 2019 and since has shown no sign of returning to the series as of 2022.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Michelle Sharkey | 2011-2019 | 11 | No |
Dr. Sandra Wisniewski:
Dr. Sandra debuted in 2012 in season 2 as a veterinary student. She transitioned from an aspiring student to a staff DVM while still on the show. She featured in 14 episodes before leaving the show in 2017. The primary reason why she left is down to her family commitment.
Dr. Sandra was engaged to her fiancé Chris Shindorf soon-to-be husband. The couple got married in 2014. The problem began to arise as Sandra had to maintain her work and spend less time with Chris. Her husband was living in the city of Belding, Michigan while she had to attend her job in Weidman Michigan. To spend more time with the family she left the show.
While still on the show she got pregnant with her first child Madilynn born in 2016. After leaving the show, she gave birth to her second child a baby boy named Sam in 2019. Sandra is a current resident of Belding, Michigan where she lives with her husband and children.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Sandra Wisniewski | 2012-2017 | 14 | No |
Dr. Elizabeth Grammar
Dr. Elizabeth, a DVM and staff veterinarian at Pol Veterinary service, left “The Incredible Dr. Pol” in 2018. She regularly appeared in her debut year in 2016. Everyone praised her debut, and everyone wondered if she was in for the long run. However personal tragedy shattered her TV career. Her husband passed away on December 30, 2016. After that, she confined herself for some time. Reportedly she also tried to commit suicide.
She was kept under observation and was later shifted to a psychiatric ward in Macon Medical Center. After seeking treatment she further appeared in two episodes one in 2017 and the other in 2018. She moved away from Michigan. Currently, she works as a veterinarian for “Animal Amour Veterinary Hospital and Pet Lodge” in Georgia, Hampton.
| The Incredible Dr. Pol Cast | Years active | Episodes Appearance | Currently Active (Yes/No) |
| Brenda Grettenberger | 2016-2018 | 9 | No |
That’s it for this update on “The Incredible Dr. Pol” cast.
FAQs
Why did they stop Dr. Pol? ›
In its decision, the Michigan Board of Veterinary Medicine found that “Pol's failure to accurately read the ultrasound, perform a C-section, and to maintain records on Mocha was evidence of negligence, or failure to exercise due care,” according to dvm360.
Who left the Dr. Pol show? ›Dr. Emily, one of the veterinarians on staff with Dr. Pol at Pol Veterinary Services, just started her own blog!
Who is Lisa on Dr. Pol? ›Lisa Jones one of the three female vets at Pol Veterinary Services, including Dr. Nicole Arcy and Dr. Brenda Grettenberger. Dr.
How much does the cast of Dr. Pol make per episode? ›For each episode, according to Gazette Review in 2018, Dr. Pol reportedly earns $30,000. That number may be higher in the two years since the outlet's report.
Where is Dr Nicole Arcy working now? ›Nicole Arcy | Veterinarian in Weidman, MI | Pol Veterinary Services.
Why is Dr Jeff criticized? ›Footage of Animal Planets Jeff Young, DVM, performing surgery with bare arms, no gown and no mask is "getting in the way of his message" of the importance of high-quality, high-volume veterinary care, say AVMA president and CEO.
Did Emily leave Dr. Pol? ›Dr. Emily shared on her blog what led to her leaving Dr. Pol's practice: “Eventually, the stress of working there with three small children, being on-call all the time, new vets coming and leaving just as fast, leaving the on-call duties spread between mostly two to three of us.
Is Clay knob dairy still in business? ›Dairy farm Clay Knob Farms was nearly closed earlier this year but it will survive thanks to the online fundraiser started by producers for the Nat Geo WILD TV network who work with Dr. Jan-Harm Pol, host of “The Incredible Dr. Pol” and some proactive money management by owners Dale and Phil Lehnert.
Where did Emily from Dr. Pol go? ›Emily, her husband, Tony, and their three children moved to Virginia, where she now works in another veterinary practice that allows her greater flexibility. As a mother with a growing family, that is a huge plus. Her son, Calvin, in fact, is potty training and doing a great job. Dr.
Is Charles Pol still married? ›The family welcomed little Abigail in 2019
Charles and Beth, who married in 2018, welcomed daughter, Abigail, a year later. Dr. Pol at that time tweeted a welcoming message to his new granddaughter, “Welcome to the world, Abigail Pol! Congratulations Charles & Beth!”
Who are the new vets on Dr. Pol? ›
Ray Harp. He is the newest veterinarian in the Nat Geo Wild's hit reality series "The Incredible Dr. Pol.
Where is Dr Brenda Grettenberger now? ›Brenda Grettenberger | Veterinarian in Weidman, MI | Pol Veterinary Services.
How much does Charles make per episode on Dr. Pol? ›How much does Charles make on Dr Pol? According to ABTC Ng, the actor receives $20,000 for each episode of The Incredible Dr. Pol. His current net worth is allegedly $2 million.
What has happened to Dr Jeff Rocky Mountain vet? ›Jeff Young, is returning for an all-new season of Dr. Jeff: Rocky Mountain Vet. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Jeff has seen more emergency cases come in and is working with his team around the clock to keep his doors open and treat every animal, no matter the cost.
WHO IS Dr. Pol's wife? › Is Dr Ray Harp still on Dr Pol? ›Ray Harp Has Parted Ways With Pol Veterinary Services: 'I Don't Work There Anymore' The Incredible Dr. Pol veterinarian Dr.
Was Beth Pol married before? › How old is Brenda Grettenberger? › Did dyani leave Dr. Jeff? ›Jes Soto and Dyani Moreno-Kingmodel our new Dr. Jeff: Rocky Mountain Vet merchandise! She decided she wanted to stay home with her children more. She will not be coming back to the show unfortunately.
Is Dr. Jeff a real veterinarian? ›With 25-plus years of veterinary experience and thousands of surgeries under his belt, Dr. Jeff guides a dedicated team of more than 30 veterinary staffers as they respond to the frenetic energy with precision, compassion and skill.
How much money does Dr. Jeff make per episode? ›
Jeff Probst makes about $200,000 per Survivor episode.
How is Emily doing in Virginia? ›Emily is doing now. Tony and Dr. Emily moved to Virginia, where she is now working at a veterinary practice with what sounds like saner hours than what she'd been working at Dr. Pol's practice.
Who is Dr Emily's husband on Dr. Pol? ›Her very honest relationship with her husband, Tony
Dr. Emily and her husband, Tony, have been married since 2007 and have three young children. She posts on her blog what may be considered excruciatingly honest content that many would not be willing to share with their spouses.
Pol is married to Diane Pol and has three children. All of the Pol children are adopted: daughter Kathy and son Charles at birth and daughter Diane Jr at age 17, after having been the Pols' foster child for eight years.
What does Dr Emily's husband Tony do? ›Pol's clinic – a day in the life for Tony. Dr. Emily's husband went into detail on her blog about a typical day for him at Pol Veterinary Clinic.
How many kids does Dr Emily Thomas have? ›Emily and her husband have three children.
Is Dr. Pol still working 2022? ›Pol' confirmed as 2022 Doornbos speaker. Dr. Jan (Yan) Pol, star of Nat Geo WILD's #1 television series, “The Incredible Dr. Pol,” will present the 21st Annual Doornbos Lecture Series Monday, Feb.
Is Charles Pol a vet too? ›Charles is no veterinarian
He's a producer on The Incredible Dr. Pol and, although it wasn't planned at the beginning of the series, he appears in the reality show, as well.
How many dogs does Dr. Pol have? ›
How many animals do you have personally? We have three dogs—a Great Dane, a Newfie [Newfoundland] and a Saint Bernard—in the house.
How old is Diane Pol? › Is Dr Nicole married? ›The RHOM cast member also reveals whether the other 'Wives played a role in her decision to tie the knot. Dr.
Did Dr Brenda leave the Incredible Dr Pol? ›Brenda Is Returning for the New Season: 'Don't You Worry' The Incredible Dr. Pol producer Charles Pol, who's also the celebrated veterinarian's son, opened up recently about the status of Dr. Brenda Grettenberger on the reality show as it goes into its 200th episode and new season.
Is Dr Brenda back with Dr. Pol? ›She started working at Pol Veterinary Services in 1992. She has been happily working alongside Dr. Pol ever since.
Who narrates the Incredible Dr Pol? ›Ari Rubin - Narrator on The Incredible Dr. Pol - National Geographic | LinkedIn.
What is Dr. Pol's son worth? ›Charles Pol's net worth
Dr. Pol's son, Charles' net worth is $2 million, according to CelebTattler. He was recently married in January of last year to Beth Oakes, and they had their first child in October of last year.
Charles Pol's job is this
So what does Charles do for a living? He's a producer on The Incredible Dr. Pol and, although it wasn't planned at the beginning of the series, he appears in the reality show, as well.
Ben and Erin Schroeder. Ben and Erin, and their two sons Charlie (13) and Chase (11), live and work at the center of America's food-chain where the livelihoods of Midwestern farmers connect to families nationwide.
Is Dr Beyer married? ›Personal life. Beyer and his wife, Megan, have two children, Clara and Grace.
How did Dr. Jeff get Fred? ›
Episode Info
Dr. Jeff makes a shocking discovery when a rescued street pup named Kova comes in with a severely injured leg; little Fonda needs to find a forever home after being thrown from a car; Dr. Jeff builds his beloved dog, Fred, his very own swimming pool.
Jeff, his wife Dr. Petra and vet tech Hector roll up their sleeves and head to Leadville, an old Colorado mining town, with an inspiring goal: to transform an abandoned restaurant into a new clinic, where they'll provide desperately needed vet care to an underserved mountain community.
Where is Dr. Pol's wife Diane from? ›Diane Pol (born in Mayville, Michigan, in 1943), met Jan Pol when he was a foreign exchange student at Mayville High School in 1961. She has a master's degree in Special Reading and used to be a teacher at Harbor Beach Elementary School. Diane and Jan have been married for 50 years.
Is Diane Pol a vet? ›I have been part of Pol Veterinary Services since we started it in 1981. I have a Masters Degree from MSU in reading education. We have 3 adult children. Animals have always been a big part of my life.
What year was Dr. Pol married? ›After a while, Dr. Pol asked Diane to come and meet his parents. At that point, they knew their relationship was beyond pen pals and that they wanted to marry. Eventually, the couple married in 1967, continued living in the Netherlands for a few years more, and finally moved back to Michigan.
Did Dr. Pol show get Cancelled? ›Pol is an American reality television show on Nat Geo Wild that follows Dutch-American veterinarian Jan Pol and his family and employees at his practice in rural Weidman, Michigan. The series premiered in 2011 and has two seasons every year, for a total of 20 through February 2022.
Is Dr. Pol still filming in 2022? ›Pol is Back for a New Season July 16th at 9pm ET on Nat Geo WILD (FCL July 15, 2022) It's another season where heroics are on display every day as this dedicated team answers the call for help.
Is Charles Pol still married? ›The family welcomed little Abigail in 2019
Charles and Beth, who married in 2018, welcomed daughter, Abigail, a year later. Dr. Pol at that time tweeted a welcoming message to his new granddaughter, “Welcome to the world, Abigail Pol! Congratulations Charles & Beth!”
“The Incredible Dr. Pol” is now airing in its 20th season on Nat Geo WILD, with all previous seasons available on Disney+. Viewers of the hit reality show travel across rural Michigan with veterinarian Pol, as he and his team of vets care for large and small creatures. 2021 marked a special milestone for Dr.
WHO IS Dr. Pol's wife? ›Where is Dr Brenda Grettenberger now? ›
Brenda Grettenberger | Veterinarian in Weidman, MI | Pol Veterinary Services.
Was Beth Pol married before? › Is Dr Brenda back with Dr. Pol? ›She started working at Pol Veterinary Services in 1992. She has been happily working alongside Dr. Pol ever since.
Is Dr. Pol a good vet? ›Pol has helped thousands of animals throughout his 40-year career as a veterinarian. His very successful clinic has been in business for 30 years, where residents of Michigan count on him to help their sick pets and farm animals. Within the community, Dr. Pol is widely trusted by his clients.
Where did Dr Emily go on Dr. Pol? ›Emily, her husband, Tony, and their three children moved to Virginia, where she now works in another veterinary practice that allows her greater flexibility. As a mother with a growing family, that is a huge plus. Her son, Calvin, in fact, is potty training and doing a great job. Dr.
Did Dr. Pol lose his grandson? ›He moved away from home for some time to work as a computer teacher at Michigan State University but came back deciding to pursue a career as a pharmacy technician. Two days before his tragic death, he had joined the company Rite Aid and started working there.
What does Charles Pol do for a living? ›Charles Pol's job is this
So what does Charles do for a living? He's a producer on The Incredible Dr. Pol and, although it wasn't planned at the beginning of the series, he appears in the reality show, as well.
When did Dr Brenda leave the show? ›
Brenda leaves Dr. Pol," but are they genuine? Fans have been watching her consistently during the first eleven seasons, but from the 12th season, she stopped being a regular.