Education: Graduated from University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1998; completed rotating internship in 1999 at the California Animal Hospital in West Los Angeles; completed a surgical internship in 2001 from Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, Texas; completed a small animal surgical residency

Personal Interests: Biking, hiking and most outdoor activities

Professional Organizations: AVMA, VOS, ACVS

"I have always liked the challenge of medicine and surgery, and working with animals has always been my passion."