Veterinary Technicians

Melanie

Veterinary Technician

With a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and a Master’s in Agriculture from Angelo state university, she brings years of veterinary field experience to her role as veterinary technician.

Heritage Oaks Support Team

Mel

Veterinary Assistant

Mel has multiple years of experience in the veterinary industry. She joined the Heritage Oaks team in March of 2023. Her clinical and surgical technical skills are unsurpassed in areas such as patient handling, laboratory work and client communication.

Christina

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Christina has been a Licensed Veterinary Technician since 2005. She is Fear Free Certified and Cat Friendly Certified, with the goal of making your pet's visit stress-free and happy! She especially loves the subjects of anesthesia, analgesia, senior care, and feline care.

Madelaine Dickey

Client Care Specialist

Madelaine has worked in the veterinary field since 2015. She joined the team in July of 2026. She is very enthusiastic about creating new relationships with our patients and the people who care for them. She especially enjoys spending time with her kids and dogs when not at the practices.

Sarina Garcia

Client Care Specialist

Sarina is newer to the veterinary field, but has always had a deep, abiding, love for animals. She enjoys helping clients and their pets feel welcomed, comfortable, and cared for. Outside of the practice, she loves spending time with her two dogs, Riddick and Nico, who are the loves of her life.

Tanisha Calderon

Client Care Specialist

Tanisha joined our team in 2026 after moving to the area from the Rio Grande Valley. She brings years of experience in animal welfare and veterinary medicine, with a background as both a veterinary receptionist and technician.

Jessica

Technician Manager

Jessica began her career in veterinary medicine in 1997, joining our healthcare team while still in high school. She earned her degree from an AAHA-Accredited Veterinary Technology program and became a Licensed Veterinary Technician(LVT) in 2012.

Northern Oaks Support Team

Christina

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Christina has been a Licensed Veterinary Technician since 2005. She is Fear Free Certified and Cat Friendly Certified, with the goal of making your pet's visit stress-free and happy! She especially loves the subjects of anesthesia, analgesia, senior care, and feline care.

Madelaine Dickey

Client Care Specialist

Madelaine has worked in the veterinary field since 2015. She joined the team in July of 2026. She is very enthusiastic about creating new relationships with our patients and the people who care for them. She especially enjoys spending time with her kids and dogs when not at the practices.

Sarina Garcia

Client Care Specialist

Sarina is newer to the veterinary field, but has always had a deep, abiding, love for animals. She enjoys helping clients and their pets feel welcomed, comfortable, and cared for. Outside of the practice, she loves spending time with her two dogs, Riddick and Nico, who are the loves of her life.

Tanisha Calderon

Client Care Specialist

Tanisha joined our team in 2026 after moving to the area from the Rio Grande Valley. She brings years of experience in animal welfare and veterinary medicine, with a background as both a veterinary receptionist and technician.

NEST Team

Ally

NEST Manager

Ally has years of professional experience working in the pet industry. Prior to entering the pet industry, she gained 20 years of customer service and management experience, which taught her the importance of care, patience, and building strong relationships.