Our Staff

• Tracy H. Smith , DVM

  
  

  Dr. Tracy H. Smith, and my wife Patricia, both graduated from Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine.  I enjoy skiing, golf, hiking, mountain biking,and trying to keep up with the activities of my two sons.  I have been practicing in Poway since 1979.  I have recently attended continuing education seminars in pet behavior, dermatology, endoscopy, and advanced laser surgery procedures.   I am extremely proud of our staff at Poway Animal Hospital and want to thank our clients and friends for the support throughout the years.

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• Dr. George K Shinzaki , DVM

  
  

  My academic background is a BA in molecular biology from the University of California at San Diego and a DVM from the University of California at Davis.  I have been in practice at Poway Animal Hospital since 1979.   Practicing quality medicine with Dr. Smith and caring for your pets are two of the major joys of  my life.  I appreciate your trust.

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• Michelle R. Metcalf , DVM

  
  I started working at the Poway Animal Hospital in the fall of 2006.  I graduated from Purdue University in 1999 and lived in Indiana most of my life.  After graduation I moved first to Florida and then here to San Diego.  I enjoy being close to the water and being involved in outdoor activities, especially running.  I finished my first half marathon in the fall of 2007.   I have enjoyed working here at the Poway Animal Hospital and meeting several of the patients that have been coming here for years.  I look forward to meeting you and assisting you with your pets any way possible.

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• Theresa Ahrensberg

  
  

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• Becky Goheen

  
  Hi,  I have been with Poway Animal Hospital since March of 1990.  Some of my favorite things to do are spending time with my cocker spaniels, hiking, yoga, and exploring the Southwestern states with my husband.   

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• Christine M Quinones

  
  

  I have been working in the veterinary field since 1997 and have been here at Poway Animal Hospital since December 2001.  I have a long haired, black and tan Dachshund named Chuck, a Persian kitten, Hamlet and one Guinea Pig, with a bad attitude, Trinity. Some of my favorite things to do in my spare time are reading, hiking and horseback riding.

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• Melanie , Registered Veterinary Technician

  
  

  Melanie has been providing professional, compassionate veterinary care since 1992.   Her passion and lifelong focus has been helping animal companions live healthy, happy lives.

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• Marli Castro , RVT

  
  

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• Karen Berry , RVT

  
  I have been at Poway Animal Hospital spring 2007. I recieved my RVT liscense in 1987 and have been in the animal health field ever since.  My husband Mike is also a veterinary technician so our commitment to providequality, compasionate veterinary care is a family affair.  We share our lives with a blue and gold macaw and four wonderful borzoi.  I love to spend time with my dogs and we compete in comformation, obedience, agility and lure coursing.

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• Chris Eaton

  
  

  I am a native Powegian.  My husband and three children stay active with softball, baseball, and homework when time permits.

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• Heather

  
  

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• Murphey

  
  

  This picture stays in memorial to our beloved hospital cat for 11 years.  He was 20 years old when he passed away peacefully in his sleep.    His life ambition was to beg treats from many clients and be held.  He lived a long and happy life and will be missed.

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• T.J. , Feline Behavior Consultant and Staff Motivator

  
  

  I was born spring of 2002 and arrived in a box on the doorstep of Poway Animal Hospital.   I hang out in the back of the hospital, keeping the staff on its toes, by biting them.  I have incredible whiskers (5 1/2 inches long.) I'm very handsome and have a mane like a lion.  I enjoy lounging behind the doctors computer, and playing with my toy ball.  Sometimes when I'm feeling nice, I let those silly humans pet me.  Seeking domestic long haired feline female for compainship and moonlight fish dinners.  As you can see I work very hard at Poway Animal Hospital.

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• Alice

  
  

  I came to Poway Animal Hospital in 2007.  I'm normally hanging out in the reception area or in the doctor's office.  I enjoy sitting in chairs or my basket up front  I'm very friendly and enjoying meeting new clients when they come in.  Hopefully I'll see you on your next visit.

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