Michael Micheal
Dr. Michael Micheal earned his undergraduate degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where he fully embraced the university’s “Learn by Doing” philosophy and fell in love with the Central Coast lifestyle. His time in San Luis Obispo fostered a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the region’s close-knit community—an experience that ultimately […]
Zoë Swangler
A Central Coast native, Zoë brings a strong sense of community to her role at Cerro Alto. She began her journey in veterinary medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic as a Client Service Representative at a different emergency veterinary hospital. Since Cerro Alto opened in September 2025, she has overseen and supported the front desk team […]
Jill Giri
A California native, Dr. Giri was born in Los Gatos and developed a lifelong passion for working with animals at an early age. Dr. Giri earned her bachelor’s degree in animal science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where she initially planned to pursue a career in the horse breeding industry. While living […]
Elizabeth (Lizzie) Adam
Dr. Elizabeth “Lizzie” Adam is a sixth-generation Central Coast native whose love of animals began early, helping at her grandmother’s farm and raising animals through 4-H. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical training at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Since 2018, […]
Chloe Rejniak
Dr. Rejniak (Ray-knee-ack) is a California native who has lived and adventured all around the state. While completing her undergrad degree, she embraced opportunities to study abroad, spending time in both Spain and Ireland. She attended UC Davis to complete her undergraduate studies, earning a degree in Animal Science. It was also during her time in […]
Carly Clark
Dr. Carly Clark earned both her undergraduate degree and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University, where she developed a strong interest in emergency and critical care medicine. After graduation, she moved to California’s Central Coast at the encouragement of her brother, who convinced her to trade Michigan winters for beach days. She later […]
Beth Saldana
Dr. Beth Saldana is a Houston, Texas native who knew from an early age that she wanted to dedicate her life to caring for animals. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Arkansas before pursuing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, graduating at the top […]
Julia Colosi
Dr. Julia Colosi was born and raised right here on the California coast in Santa Cruz. Her journey into veterinary medicine led her to the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, where she earned her doctorate in 2020. Seeking a broad foundation in clinical excellence, she moved to the Midwest to complete a rigorous small […]
Claudia Bowman
Dr. Claudia Bowman is a board-certified veterinary internist with extensive experience diagnosing and managing complex internal medicine cases in dogs and cats. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree before completing a rigorous residency in small animal internal medicine, culminating in board certification through the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM). As a […]
Carlie Day
Dr. Carlie Day was born and raised in Los Angeles and received her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Dr. Day earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences. After veterinary school, she completed a rotating internship in medicine and surgery, followed by a […]