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Administration
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Client Services
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Veterinarians
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Our Team

The staff at VCA Ocean Beach Animal Hospital is friendly, caring and professional. They work as a team to help pets live long, healthy, happy lives. All staff members feel the human animal bond, and all patients are treated with compassion and kindness and with the best in medical expertise.

If things get complicated we are fortunate to have access to the nation's largest network of VCA veterinarians and board certified specialists.

Want to join our team? Visit our Careers section.

Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

Veterinarians

Our veterinarians are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Explore our veterinarians' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital an excellent choice for your pet's care.
Lara Amata
Dr. Lara Amata
Veterinarian
MRCVS
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Dr. Dijana Katan
Medical Director
DVM, MPH, DABT
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Dr. Sarah Korf
Veterinarian
DVM

Veterinarian Support

Our technicians and support team members are all gentle animal lovers who treat your pets with the compassion and respect they deserve. Explore our support team members' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital such a good choice for your pet's care.
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Adrienne
Veterinary Assistant
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Ann
Veterinary Assistant Lead
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Brandy
Technician Assistant
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Chelsey
Credentialed Veterinary Technician
LVT
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Chelsey
Credentialed Veterinary Technician
LVT
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Claudia
Credentialed Veterinary Technician
LVT
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Emily
Veterinary Assistant
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Erica
Veterinary Assistant
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Holly
Veterinary Assistant
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Kristin
Veterinary Assistant
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Ron
Technician Supervisor
LVT

Administration

The hospital administration team consists of management personnel who oversee all staff members, hospital activities and the facilities. Together, they keep the hospital running smoothly, ensuring quality patient care and excellent client service. From the moment you check in, our administrative staff is here to deliver the best possible experience to you and your pet before, during and after your visit.
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Megan
Hospital Manager
LVT

Client Services

We are committed to providing the best possible service and our Client Services team loves to exceed pet owner's expectations. Whether it's answering your calls, guiding you and your pet to the exam rooms or checking you in and out quickly, our Client Service representatives and Receptionists are dedicated to providing helpful client and patient support that raises the bar on customer service.
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Kelly
Client Service Representative
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Tina
Client Service Representative
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