There's a good reason why you can always trust our professional, gentle and highly personal services. Every staff member in our clinic has their own story on why they chose to help the fluffy inhabitants of San Diego. It's a matter of heart, life experience and future aspirations.
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Dr Chou
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Dr. Terry Paik Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Paik was born and raised in Los Angeles. Growing up, his family had a horse ranch in Atascadero where he would spend weekends and summers. For as long as he can remember, he knew that he would become a veterinarian. Upon graduating from the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1974, Dr. Paik began his veterinary career at El Cajon Valley Veterinary Hospital in San Diego County, working as a staff equine practitioner in a multi-doctor, mixed-animal practice, where he later became a practice owner. Dr. Paik remained with the same hospital from the day he graduated veterinary school until the day he retired from mixed animal practice 25 years later. Dr. Paik travels the world volunteering as a surgeon for spay-neuter programs in villages that do not have access to veterinary care. He has been on veterinary missions to many countries, including Baja, Greece, Turkey, and Guam. Since 2017, he has been involved with the Clean Futures Fund, a team of vets that travel to Chernobyl to help the growing dog population left behind following the nuclear power plant explosion in 1986. His team vaccinates the dogs for rabies, offers spay and neuter surgeries, and teaches local vets modern techniques so they can continue the program on their own for years to come.
In addition to spay and neuter programs, Dr. Paik has a passion for disaster preparedness. At the California Veterinary Medical Association, where he is a lifetime member, he has been involved with disaster preparedness through the CVMA’s Disaster Preparedness Committee and has held the position of Veterinary Disaster Response Coordinator (VDRC) for San Diego County. When he is not busy traveling the world caring for animals, working as a consultant and instructor of veterinary medicine, or offering vital veterinary services here at San Diego Affordable Spay and Neuter or North Park Pet Clinic, some of his hobbies include snow skiing, tennis, scuba diving and flying as a private pilot.
Dr. Forman
Elishia
Our Registered Veterinarian Technician Who Works With Wolves!
Elishia can trace her love of animals all the way back to early childhood, when she would display a tendency to adopt strays and take them home with her.
She earned her BSc at SDSU and her RVT licence from Cedar Valley College and is now fulfilling her lifelong ambition of working with animals at San Diego affordable Spay Neuter clinic.
Strays and poor, homeless animals have always touched Elishia’s heart. Here at San Diego Affordable Spay Neuter Clinic, she is happy to be helping to tackle the problem of the stray population so that fewer animals will have to suffer in this way in the future, and to play a part in relieving the pressure on overcrowded animal shelters.
Elishia has a particularly interest in the surgical, dentistry and emergency medical aspects of veterinary work. Her two beloved dogs, Linkin and Gilligan, were adopted from the Humane Society and now live a full and happy life with Elishia full of long walks, equally long sleeps and mutual companionship.
Dr. Miller DVM
Dr Miller received her undergraduate degree from California State East Bay, majoring in Biology. She went on to earn her DVM from The University of Melbourne in Australia.
Dr Miller has two dogs of her own – a Tamaskan Husky called Atreyu and Talisker, a Czechoslovakian Vlcak. Her Ragdoll cat, Bonnie, is the boss of all of them!
As an only child, Dr Miller experienced close companionship with her pets from early childhood. This served to develop in her a passion for the wellbeing of animals and a desire to be of help to all fellow animal-lovers – an ambition which she happily has the chance to fulfill working at San Diego affordable Spay Neuter clinic.
Dr Miller’s particular interests lie in the field of ophthalmology, as an animal’s eyes can often give essential clues about health and any potential problems the animal may be having.
Dr Miller received her undergraduate degree from California State East Bay, majoring in Biology. She went on to earn her DVM from The University of Melbourne in Australia.
Dr Miller has two dogs of her own – a Tamaskan Husky called Atreyu and Talisker, a Czechoslovakian Vlcak. Her Ragdoll cat, Bonnie, is the boss of all of them!
As an only child, Dr Miller experienced close companionship with her pets from early childhood. This served to develop in her a passion for the wellbeing of animals and a desire to be of help to all fellow animal-lovers – an ambition which she happily has the chance to fulfill working at San Diego affordable Spay Neuter clinic.
Dr Miller’s particular interests lie in the field of ophthalmology, as an animal’s eyes can often give essential clues about health and any potential problems the animal may be having.
Nicole RVT
Lara
Our Registered Veterinary Technician Rockstar
Achieving academic honors in Pima medical institute was not enough for Lara. She also decided to help pets around the world, volunteering in animal shelters and helping pet clinics in Australia and South Africa. Did we mention that love for animals runs in her family? With her mother being a marine mammal trainer and her father dedicated to marine conservation, it was only natural to take up such a noble profession.
A licensed RVT, she aims to educate pet owners and ensure any pet in pain will be treated professionally, walking out happily on all fours afterwards.
Lara is a huge fan of Jack Russell terriers. Bacardi and Marmite, her two beauties, are outgoing, communicative and energetic.
In the future, our RVT rockstar wants to become certified in Emergency and Critical Care. The reason? To pick up the delicate cues animals give out even better and dedicate herself to the prevention of common problems your pet might encounter.
Our Registered Veterinary Technician Rockstar
Achieving academic honors in Pima medical institute was not enough for Lara. She also decided to help pets around the world, volunteering in animal shelters and helping pet clinics in Australia and South Africa. Did we mention that love for animals runs in her family? With her mother being a marine mammal trainer and her father dedicated to marine conservation, it was only natural to take up such a noble profession.
A licensed RVT, she aims to educate pet owners and ensure any pet in pain will be treated professionally, walking out happily on all fours afterwards.
Lara is a huge fan of Jack Russell terriers. Bacardi and Marmite, her two beauties, are outgoing, communicative and energetic.
In the future, our RVT rockstar wants to become certified in Emergency and Critical Care. The reason? To pick up the delicate cues animals give out even better and dedicate herself to the prevention of common problems your pet might encounter.
Christi
Our fantastic, cat-loving Veterinary Technician
Our fantastic, cat-loving Veterinary Technician
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Christi juggles animal CPR classes, on the job training and, of course, being a highly professional Veterinary Techician. She studies Criminal Justice with an associates degree, but her devotion to anything animals led her to the veterinary field. Ever since she got her first cat from the Humane Society, she's been madly in love with all things feline.
At our clinic, she assists in surgeries, devotes herself to our emergency cases and help with the prep work so everything will get done flawlessly. Christi has four cats: Nene, Bug, Poopey and Fuzzy Man. Their different characters make sure there's never a lack of entertaining moments with them being around. Our own cat-lover is very keen on radiology, surgery and internal medicine. Always looking to expand her skills as a veterinarian, she does everything with your pet's safety and health in mind. |
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Jenny
Our bubbly, always friendly receptionist Jenny is the person you'll meet and undoubtedly love to communicate with. With a four year experience in the veterinary field, she makes sure every every guest and their pet feel at ease. Currently she's pursuing an Environmental Science degree with a minor in Biology. Her heart is deeply rooted in animal rights and pet care.
What Jenny loves is helping our clients learn more about their pets. This includes their needs, their biology, and all those little details that really matter. She owns Marley – a charming Australian shepherd with an outdoorsy character, always ready for a hike or a trip. Mixing her love for animals with concern about our environment, Jenny is set to deepen her skills and continue build upon her already respectable professionalism. |
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Martha
Our kind & organized office manager Martha has been in the field for 7 years already, working for a spay neuter clinic. What might shock is how early she graduated college – at only 17! Her background in Account Management helps her keep everything in check. Organized, punctual and accurate, she combines her professionalism with a fiery love for animals and their well-being.
Martha is the sociable master who connects the dots in our clinic. She helps both our clients and their pets and facilitates the day-to-day flow of how things get done. She doesn't have any pets currently, but this doesn't stop her from planning to change this in the future. Our office manager wonder woman loves blending business management with general medicine and the animal world. In the future, she wants to deepen this even further, providing smart management that results in happy owners and pets. |
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Alia
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