Dr. Loose is originally from the quaint town of Deland, Florida. From a young age, he knew he wanted to be a veterinarian as caring for animals was his greatest passion, and science his biggest interest.

He attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate degrees in biology and business and North Carolina State University for veterinary school where he graduated with distinction in anesthesia. His professional interests include chronic pain management, anesthesia, and orthopedics.

Dr. Loose spends his home time with his four cats Benny, Cheetah, Nugget, and Persia and spends his free time outdoors hiking, snowboarding, or golfing.

Dr. Abe was born and raised in Lima, Peru to Japanese parents. She is the oldest of two siblings. Dr. Abe came to the US at a younger age obtaining her undergraduate degree at Rutgers University in New Jersey and majoring in Animal Science and Biology. She went on to graduate from Oklahoma State University where she obtained her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Abe grew up surrounded by animals from chickens and turtles, to dogs and cats. At a young age she felt a strong bond to animals and with the combined passion from her mother being a human nurse, Dr. Abe began to understand medicine and its connection to animals.

Her areas of interest include Internal medicine and surgery, but she continuously raises the bar by keeping up with the advancements in medicine, surgical skills, and continued education.

Dr. Abe has two dogs! Enzo is a chihuahua she adopted from New Jersey and Griffin is a pit/boxer mix she adopted from Oklahoma.

During her spare time, you will find her spending time with family and friends, traveling, trying new restaurants and singing karaoke.

Dr. Preyer was born and raised in Tennessee, where he completed his bachelors in Wildlife Biology. After undergrad, he went on to do an internship at a big cat refuge in Arkansas, wildlife rehabilitation on the gulf coast of Florida, and worked with big cats in New Jersey. All of these experiences led him back to his original plan of becoming a veterinarian. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Veterinary Medical School in 2013 and decided to make his move to Las Vegas.

When he is not working, you can find him traveling the globe, volunteering in the community, or finding a new trail to hike.

Dr. Bowne grew up in Dunnellon, Florida, where her childhood was spent floating down the river, fishing, and scalloping. Her very first dog was a Yorkie, and she is always especially excited to see her tiniest patients.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from Thomas University in Georgia, where she pitched for the softball team. She then earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Auburn University. She is a proud Auburn Tiger and is never too far from a “War Eagle!”)

Her professional passion lies in soft tissue surgery, open wound management, and senior care.

Dr. Bowne enjoys finding new adventures on her days off. She prioritizes time with her loved ones, especially her dog, Baxter, who reminds her everyday of the special bond we share with our pets.

Dr. Phillips is a small animal veterinarian from Orlando, Florida. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree from Stetson University in Florida, then traveled to Grenada to attend veterinary school at St. George’s University. She completed her clinical training at the University of Florida. She is passionate about providing veterinary care while building relationships with pets, and the people who love them. Her goal is to ensure that every family feels heard, supported, and confident in the care their pet receives.

Her understanding of the human-animal bond began with her childhood Chocolate Labrador, Bruce, whose companionship and loyalty inspired her to pursue a career dedicated to helping animals. That early bond continues to shape the compassion she brings to her work each day.

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Phillips enjoys painting, playing guitar, and scuba diving. She also has lived a plant-based lifestyle for over 8 years.

Dr. Pichoff was born and raised in New Iberia, Louisiana. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences at Louisiana State University, where she stayed to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. Geaux Tigers!

In the clinic, Dr. Pichoff’s interests include internal medicine, preventative care, and dentistry.

Outside of work, Dr. Pichoff enjoys travelling, reading, dancing, and spending time with her friends and family. Her appreciate for the human-animal bond grows stronger everyday thanks to her sweet dog, Daisy Mae!

Dr. Thompson was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Houston, Texas. She developed a love for animals at an early age. After earning her bachelor’s degree from Texas Southern University, she began her professional career as a chemist. Her background in chemistry strengthened her appreciation for science, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills which she now brings to the care of her patients every day.

Dr. Thompson earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical training at the University of Illinois. Her professional interests include dermatology, preventative care, and client education. She enjoys helping pet owners better understand their pets’ health and feel confident in the decisions they make about their care.

Now calling Las Vegas home, Dr. Thompson enjoys traveling, attending concerts, cooking, and watching movies. When she’s not at the hospital, she enjoys spending time with her cat, Patchez.