2021 Citations and Disciplinary Actions

Licensed Citations

Adams, Carol (VET 11895)
Visalia, CA
On December 15, 2021, a $5,000 citation with an order of abatement to complete a medical record keeping course, was issued to Carol Adams (VET 11895), with an address of record in Visalia, CA, for failure to: treat post-operative complications, readjust treatment plan, communicate post-operative instructions, and maintain records, (BPC §§ 4855, 4883(c), (g), and (o); CCR 2032.1(a) and (b)(1) and (3); CCR 2032.3(a)(6), (7), (8), (9), and (b)). The citation was satisfied on February 23, 2022. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Tucker, Matthew A. (VET 12124)
Marysville, CA
On December 14, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Matthew A. Tucker (VET 12124), with an address of record in Marysville, CA, for failure to make animal patient medical records, records pertaining to drugs or devices for use on animals, equipment, and drugs at the Veterinary Premises or otherwise in the possession of Respondent, open to Board inspection, and failure to ensure, as the Licensee Manager, that Feather River Veterinary Hospital (HSP 4431) met the minimum standards for Fixed Veterinary Premises, including failure to create a contagious facilities protocol that details disinfection and staff Personal Protective Equipment, failure to keep controlled drugs secured from unlicensed individuals, failure to properly maintain controlled drug logs, as well as multiple record keeping violations. (BPC 4883(c) and (o)). On March 31, 2022, the citation was satisfied. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Meza, Aldo (VET 14320)
Sylmar, CA
On December 1, 2021, a $3,000 citation was issued to Aldo Meza (VET 14320) with an address of record in Sylmar, CA for: failure to provide accepted standard of care following fracture fixation, altering medical records, and multiple record keeping violations. The citation was satisfied on December 10, 2021. (BPC § 4883(i),(g), and (o)); (CCR 2032.35, 2032.3(a)(1) and (7). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Cisneros, Pedro (VET 10744)
Santa Clarita, CA
On December 1, 2021, a $4,250 citation was issued to Pedro Cisneros (VET 10744) with an address of record in Santa Clarita, CA for failure to: properly place intramedullary pin, utilize adequately sized pins, properly secure pins, provide medical records. The citation was satisfied on December 9, 2021. (BPC § 4883(i), and (c). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Sahai, Birinder (VET 12011)
Anaheim, CA
On November 30, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Birinder Sahai (VET 12011), with an address of record in Anaheim, CA, for prescribing unnecessary medication, failing to document the reasons for prescribing medications and failing to physically examine and/or record exam findings. (BPC 4170(a)(2), 4883(i),(g)(3) and CCR 2032.3(a)(8). This citation was satisfied on December 13, 2021.  Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Gibson, Thomas L. (VET 2704)
La Mirada, CA
On November 30, 2021, a $2,000 citation was issued to Thomas L. Gibson (VET 2704), with an address of record in La Mirada, CA for failing to properly monitor patient to prevent the animal from strangling itself to death, failing to document the medical records regarding an incomplete physical examination on two occasions and failing to document the medical records regarding the route of administration for vaccinations. The citation was satisfied on December 23, 2021. (BPC § 4883(i), CCR § 2032.3 (a)(7), and CCR § 2032.3 (a)(8)).  Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Jaramillo, Lori Leeann (VET 17372)
On November 18, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Lori Leeann Jaramillo (VET 17372), with an address of record in Costa Mesa, CA, for failure to ensure that Family Animal Hospital (HSP 7210) met the Minimum Standards for a Fixed Veterinary Premises, including failure to provide X-ray Safety Training for unregistered assistants, failure to conspicuously post licenses, failure to maintain a clean preparation area, failure to maintain an aseptic surgery room, and failure to maintain clean kennels/cages. (BPC 4883(c) and (o)). This citation was satisfied on March 11, 2022. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Luckars, Kresimir (VET 5993)
Pacific Grove, CA
On November 5, 2021, a $4,500 citation with an order of abatement to refund client in the amount of $818.05 was issued to Kresimir Luckars (VET 5993), with an address of record in Pacific Grove, CA for discharging a post-anesthesia and surgery patient, who was not in a stable condition, to a client with no plan to provide support and a safe transfer to another facility; failure to monitor animal patient, who had not recovered adequately from anesthesia, prior to his transfer to an emergency care facility; and failure to document the medical records regarding the post-operative condition and recommendation for continued care of animal patient. (BPC § 4883(i), CCR § 2032.4 (b)(2), and CCR § 2032.3 (a)(6)). The citation and order of abatement was satisfied on August 9, 2022.  Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Bains, Harinder S. (VET 12611)
Livermore, CA
On November 4, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Harinder S. Bains (VET 12611), with an address of record in Livermore, CA, for failure to ensure, as the Licensee Manager, that Rosemarie Pet Hospital (HSP 38344) met the Minimum Standards for Fixed Veterinary Premises, including failure to provide X-ray Safety Training for unregistered assistants, failure to maintain Biennial Controlled Drug Inventories, failure to properly dispose of expired drugs, as well as multiple record keeping violations. (BPC 4883(c) and (o)). On November 11, 2021, this citation was satisfied. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Chan, Albert S. (VET 14869)
Salinas, CA
On October 28, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Albert S. Chan (VET 14869), with an address of record in Salinas, CA for failure to implement an appropriate method for thermal regulation while the patient was under general anesthesia, resulting in thermal burns, and failure to monitor the method used to regulate the patient's temperature. The citation was satisfied on November 1, 2021. (BPC § 4883(i)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Kunin, Stan (VET 6716 )
Woodland Hills, CA
On October 11, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Stan Kunin (VET 6716), with an address of record in Woodland Hills, CA for failure to ensure that his premises, AVPM CA 5 LP DBA Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills (HSP 38294), met the Minimum Standards for Fixed Veterinary premises, including failure to maintain drugs and biologicals in compliance with state and federal laws, failure to provide a separate and distinct room for aseptic surgeries, failure to maintain surgery table tops and surgery counter tops suitable for regular cleaning and disinfecting, as well as multiple record keeping violations. The citation was satisfied on June 2, 2022. (BPC 4883(c) and (o)) Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Atalla, Magdy (VET 15029)
Long Beach, CA
On September 13, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Magdy Atalla (VET 15029) with an address of record in Long Beach, CA  for failure to ensure that his premises, Boulevard Animal Hospital (HSP 2576), met the Minimum Standards for Fixed Veterinary premises, including failure to maintain drugs and biologicals in compliance with state and federal laws, failure to secure controlled substances, failure to report to CURES and multiple record keeping violations. The citation was satisfied on November 15, 2021.  (BPC 4883(c) and (o)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Zamora, Emilio M. (VET: 6529)
Petaluma, CA
On September 10, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Emilio Zamora (VET 6529), with an address of record in Petaluma, CA for failure to perform an ovariohysterectomy on canine patient “M” within the accepted standards. The citation was satisfied on September 17, 2021. (BPC 4883(i)).  Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Lee, Wan Goo (VET 14965)
Anaheim, CA
On August 30, 2021, a $4,000 citation was issued to Wan Goo Lee (VET 14965), with an address of record in Anaheim, CA for failure to properly monitor anesthesia to prevent cardiopulmonary arrest in canine patient “WW”. (BPC § 4883(i)). The citation was satisfied on September 29, 2021. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Hardy, John M. (VET: 15808)
Los Angeles, CA
On May 18, 2021, a $5000 citation was issued to Hardy, John M. (VET 15808), with an address of record in Los Angeles, CA for failure to prescribe appropriate medicine to an animal patient, despite animal patient decline and chronic upper-respiratory disease.  BPC § 4883(i). The citation was satisfied on June 15, 2021. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

York, Cheryl Rae (VET 20301)
Austin, TX
On April 29, 2021, a $501 citation was issued to Dr. Cheryl York, with an address of record in Austin, TX for failure to diagnose a pre-existing diaphragmatic hernia on animal patient “Z” when there was an abnormality present on multiple radiological images. The citation was satisfied on April 30, 2021. (BPC § 4883(i). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Harrison, Catherine (VET 13529)
Los Angeles, CA
On April 29, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Harrison, Catherine (VET: 13529), with an address of record in Los Angeles, CA for failure to examine a canine patient within 12 hours following a surgical procedure, and various record keeping violations. BPC § 4883(g) & (o), CCR § 2032.1(b)(3), CCR § 2032.3(a) (6), (9), & (12), CCR § 2032.4(b)(1). The citation was satisfied on April 27, 2021. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Dawson, Robert W. (VET 9343)
Long Beach, CA
On April 26, 2021, a citation with an order of abatement to refund client in the amount of $183 was issued to Robert W. Dawson (VET 9343), with an address of record in Long Beach, CA for charging a client for an examination and preparation of a United States Interstate and International Certificate of Health Examination for Small Animals which was later determined to be invalid. The citation was satisfied on May 17, 2021. (BPC § 4883(i)) Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Vogel, Peter L. (VET 10970)
Anaheim, CA
On April 20, 2021, a $2500.00 citation with an order of abatement to complete a medical record keeping course, was issued to Vogel, Peter L (VET 10970), with an address of record in Anaheim, CA order for not using acceptable orthopedic principles for a fracture revision stabilization, failure to assess the fracture was not healing and various record keeping violations on a canine patient. BPC § 4883(i) & (o), CCR § 2032.1 (a) & (b)(3), CCR § 2032.3 (a)(13). The citation was satisfied on April 25, 2022. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Trott, Kristin (VET 19822)
Winters, CA
On April 16, 2021, an $850 citation was issued to Kristin Trott (VET 19822), with an address of record in Winters, CA for failure to: identify and make appropriate recommendations regarding an abnormal bony lesion and adequately document pertinent information in the patient's medical record. (BPC 4883(i); CCR 2032.3(a)(6)). This citation was satisfied on April 26, 2021. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Ceballos, Robin (VET 12663)
Claremont, CA
On April 7, 2021, a $750 citation was issued to Ceballos, Robin (VET 12663), with an address of record in Claremont, CA for electing to perform surgery on a canine showing signs of, and being treated for, upper respiratory infection and for failing to evaluate the canine's body temperature before surgery. BPC § 4883(i). The citation was satisfied on March 15, 2021.
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Gill, Harjot Singh (VET 9436)
San Diego, CA
On February 22, 2021, a $1,200 citation was issued to Harjot Singh Gill (VET 9436), with an address of record in San Diego, CA for failure to: perform post-reduction radiographs, confirm the proper reduction of luxated hip, and consider meloxicam toxicity as a cause of vomiting in a geriatric patient.(BPC 4883(i)). This citation was satisfied on March 1, 2021. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Przekop, David (VET 9530)
Los Angeles, CA
On January 11, 2021, a $2250 citation was issued to David Przekop (VET 9530), with an address of record in Los Angeles, CA for failure to keep accurate records, BPC § 4855, CCR § 2032.3(a)(1), 2032.3(a)(7), 2032.3(a)(12). The citation was satisfied on March 15, 2021.
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Unlicensed Citations

Sullivan, Deborah
Burbank, CA
On December 20, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Deborah Sullivan doing business as Twinkle Teeth, LLC, for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, and practicing veterinary medicine without a valid premises registration, (BPC §§ 4825; 4826(b) and (c); and 4853(a)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Higgins, Kristine
Cottonwood, CA
On December 16, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Kristine Higgins, for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, and practicing veterinary medicine without a valid premises registration. (BPC § 4825, BPC §4826 (c) and (e), and BPC § 4853). Click here to obtain a copy of the action.

Kumar, Ashwani (DVM)
On December 6, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Ashwani Kumar for practicing veterinary medicine without a license. (BPC §4825, 4826(a),(d)).  Click here to obtain a copy of the action.

Dodds, Jean (DVM)
On October 11, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Jean Dodds for practicing veterinary medicine without a license. The citation was satisfied on August 28, 2023. (BPC §§ 4825; & 4826 (a), (b), & (f)).Click here to obtain a copy of the action.

Lynn Diaz, Rebecca (DVM)
On October 04, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Rebecca Lynn Diaz for practicing veterinary medicine without a license. The citation was satisfied on April 4, 2023. (BPC 4825; 4826(b)(c)(d)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action.

Ching, Marc T.
On September 24, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Marc Ching Teruo for for practicing veterinary medicine without a license and practicing veterinary medicine without a valid premise registration. (BPC 4825; 4826(b)(c); BPC 4853). This citation was satisfied on October 26, 2021. Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Cochran, Michelle Knuttila
On September 24, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Michelle Knuttila Cochran for for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, and practicing veterinary medicine without a valid premises registration (BPC 4825; 4826(c); BPC 4883). Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Fox, Shane
Sherman Oaks, CA
Effective August 31, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Shane Fox, for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, (BPC §§ 4825). The citation was satisfied on September 13, 2021. Click here to obtain a copy of the action.

Perez Jr., Cesar Carlos
Glendora, CA
On June 24, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Cesar Carlos Perez Jr., for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, and practicing veterinary medicine without a valid premises registration, (BPC §§ 4825; and 4853). Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Gross, Gabriele "Gabi"
Orange County, CA
Effective April 27, 2023, a $5,000 citation was affirmed and fine was reduced to $4,000 and was issued to Gabriele “Gabi” Gross for the following: practicing veterinary medicine without a license by representing herself as providing veterinary services such as examining, diagnosing, and recommending treatment and was legally recorded interpreting, and providing opinion on blood tests, examining, assessing health, diagnosing, and prescribing treatment, for an equine patient. (BPC §§ 4825 (a) & (b) & 4826 (a) & (b)).Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Orozco Gomez, Alfredo
Madera, CA
On March 29, 2021, a $4,000 citation was issued to Alfredo Orozco Gomez, for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, and practicing veterinary medicine without a valid premises registration. The citation was satisfied on November 8, 2022. (BPC §§ 4825; and 4853). Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Mathis, Jennifer Maria
Manteca, CA
On February 23, 2021, a $5,000 citation was issued to Jennifer Maria Mathis, for practicing veterinary medicine without a license, and practicing veterinary medicine without a valid premises registration, (BPC §§ 4825; and 4853). Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Blea, Jeff A (VET 11928)
Sierra Madre, CA
On December 21, 2021, a petition for Interim Suspension Order was filed against the license of Jeff A Blea (VET 11928), with an address of record in Sierra Madre, CA. The allegations include prescribing, dispensing, and/or administering thyroxine and other drugs to racehorses without establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR), without performing an examination, without forming a diagnosis, and without medical necessity. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the license's profile.

Harris, David J.
On May 06, 2021, a Statement of Issues was filed against David J Harris following the denial of the veterinary license application based on criminal conviction history. (BPC 4883(a); 4883(g)(2)(B); 4883(g)(2)(C); BPC 480(a)(1). Click here to obtain a copy of the action

Blea, Jeff A (VET 11928)
Sierra Madre, CA
On December 17, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Jeff A Blea (VET 11928) with an address of record in Sierra Madre, CA for: Negligence - Prescribing, dispensing, or administering medications to animal patients without performing an exam and forming a diagnosis; Unprofessional Conduct - Dispensing dangerous drugs without medical necessity; Unprofessional Conduct - Failure to establish a veterinarian-client-patient Violations of the Practice Act and Board Regulations - Recordkeeping; Unprofessional Conduct – Misbranded Unprofessional Conduct – Possession or Use of Prohibited Drugs; Violations of the Practice Act – Failure to provide required drug consultations; and Negligence and Violations of Board Regulations – Anesthesia and Recordkeeping (BPC §4169(a)(3), 4170(a)(2), 4829.5 (a) & (d), 4855, 4883(c), (g)(3), (i), (o), HSC §111440, 111450, CCR, title 4, §1867(b), CCR, title 16, §2032.1(a), 2032.3, 2032.4(b)).Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the license's profile.

Jones, Sarah Graybill (VET 23598)
Sierra Madre, CA
On December 8, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Sarah Graybill Jones (VET 23598) with an address of record in Sierra Madre, CA for: Negligence - Prescribing, dispensing, or administering medications to animal patients without performing an exam and forming a diagnosis; Unprofessional Conduct - Dispensing dangerous drugs without medical necessity; Unprofessional Conduct - Failure to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship; Violations of the Practice Act and Board Regulations - Recordkeeping; Violations of the Practice Act and Board Regulations, and Unprofessional Conduct - Schedule III and IV drug records; Unprofessional Conduct – Minimum standards for drug logs; Violations of the Practice Act – Failure to provide required drug consultations. (BPC §4170(a)(2), 4829.5 (a) & (d), 4854, 4855, 4883(c), (g)(3), (i), (o), CFR, title 21, §1304.22(c), HSC §11190(c)(1), CCR, title 16, §2030(f)(6),  2032.1, 2032.3).   Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the license's profile.

Gateman, Elizabeth Anne (VET 21376)
San Antonio, TX
On December 3, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Elizabeth Anne Gatemen (VET 21376) with an address of record in San Antonio, TX for assault and threatening of veterinarian staff; inhumane treatment and/or cruelty in the treatment of animals; verbal abuse and threats directed at veterinarian staff ; and deception. (BPC §4883(g), (m), (o), (i) and CCR, title 16, §2032, 2032.5).  Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Robbins, Gretchen (RVT: 6971)
Davis, CA
On October 21, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Gretchen Robbins (RVT 6971), with an address of record in Davis, CA for fraudulently creating medical records with intent to self-prescribe controlled substances, illegally using and/or administering a controlled substance to herself, and unprofessional conduct of a licensee. (BPC§ 4883(g),(2),(A,)(3),(i)).   Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Shokar, Nirip (VET 19506)
Pinnacle Veterinary Center (HSP 38632)
Santa Clarita, CA
On October 7, 2021, a Second Amended Accusation was filed against the license of Nirip Shokar (VET 19506) and Boulevard Veterinary Hospital (HSP 38208) with addresses of record in Santa Clarita, CA and Pinnacle Veterinary Center (HSP 38632) with an address of record in Olympia, WA for: deception, negligence, or incompetence; failure to maintain proper records; failure to comply with regulations; and failure to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship,  (BPC §4855, 4856, 4883(c),(i),(o) and CCR, title 16, §2032, §2032.05, §2032.1, §2032.25, 2032.3, 2032.35, 2032.4. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Diamond, Perry (VET 13217)
Clairemont Village Pet Clinic (HSP 4983)
San Diego, CA
Effective September 22, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Perry Diamond (VET 13217) and Clairemont Village Pet Clinic (HSP 4983), with address of record in San Diego, CA for unprofessional conduct -altering medical records; negligence - failure to explain surgical options; negligence - failure to refer patient in a timely manner to a specialist; failure to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship; recordkeeping; incompetence - lacking knowledge about the use of steroids; failure to maintain minimum standards (BPC §4883(o),(g),(i) and CCR, title 16, §2032.05, §2032.1, §2032.3(a)(1)(6), §2032.4(b)(6)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.  Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile. 

Santiago, Jaime (VACS 511)
Walnut Creek, CA
On August 30,  2021, an accusation was filed against the permit of Jaime Santiago (VACSP 511), with addresses of record in Murrieta, CA for being convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit holder. (BPC §490, BCP §4836.2(c)(5)   Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile. 

Wernsing, Jennifer Susan (VET 13681)
Carmel, CA
On August 17, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Jennifer Wernsing (VET 13681) with an address of record in Carmel, CA for incompetence due to removing an animal patient's kidneys during a cesarian section operation causing the animal patient to go into renal failure; and failing to provide appropriate and humane care which lead to an animal patient's unnecessary death. (BPC §4883(o),(i) and CCR, title 16, §2032.05). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the license's profile.

Snyder, Jack Ray (VET 8659)
Walnut Creek, CA
On August 9, 2021, an accusation was filed against the license of Jack Ray Snyder, (DVM 8659) with an address of record in Wellington, Florida for being convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Licensee. The licensee was convicted of felony for violating Title 26, United States Code, section 7201 (tax evasion).  (BPC §490(a), BPC §4883)   Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Kuhlmann, Kim Lewis (VET 8208)
Richmond, CA
On February 10, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Kim Lewis Kuhlman (VET 8208) with an address of record in Richmond, CA for negligence for prescribe, dispense, or administer medication to animal patient without performing an exam and forming a diagnosis; unprofessional conduct – dispensing dangerous drugs without medical necessity; unprofessional conduct – failure to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship; recordkeeping unprofessional conduct – prohibited veterinary practices; unprofessional conduct – misbranded drugs-compound imitation drugs; unprofessional conduct – misbranded drugs-labeling requirements; unprofessional conduct – expired drugs; unprofessional conduct – minimum standards for drugs and biologics; unprofessional conduct – minimum standards for medical waste; unprofessional conduct – schedule IV drug record; unprofessional conduct – CURES reporting; unprofessional conduct – minimum standards for drug logs; recordkeeping – licensee manager. (BPC §4169(a)(3) & (4), 4170(a)(2), 4854, 4855, 4883(g), (g)(3), (i), (o), HS 111395(a), 111440, 111500, 11190(c)(1), (c)(2)(A), CCR, title 4, §1867(b) and title 16, §2030(f)(3) & (6), 2030.05(b), 2032.1(a), 2032.3, title 21, §1304.22(c)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the license's profile.

Boyer, Steven Lee (VET 8206)
Richmond, CA
On February 10, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Steven Lee Boyer (VET 8206) with an address of record in Richmond, CA for negligence for prescribe, dispense, or administer medication to animal patient without performing an exam and forming a diagnosis; unprofessional conduct – dispensing dangerous drugs without medical necessity; unprofessional conduct – failure to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship; recordkeeping; unprofessional conduct – prescriber's record; unprofessional conduct – CURES reporting; unprofessional conduct – prohibited veterinary practices. (BPC §4170(a)(2), 4855, 4883(g)(3), (i), (o), HS 11190(c)(1), (c)(2)(A), and CCR, title 4, §1867(b), title 16, §2032.3). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the license's profile.

Allison, Kenneth Carl (VET 11482)
Richmond, CA
On February 10, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Kenneth Carl Allison (VET 11482) with an address of record in Richmond, CA for negligence for prescribe, dispense, or administer medication to animal patient without performing an exam and forming a diagnosis; unprofessional conduct – dispensing dangerous drugs without medical necessity; unprofessional conduct – failure to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship; recordkeeping; unprofessional conduct – prohibited veterinary practices. (BPC §4170(a)(2), 4855, 4883(g), (g)(3), (i), (o) and CCR, title 4, §1867(b) and title 16, §2032.1(a), 2032.3). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the license's profile.

Seung, Won Peter (VET 8855)
Fullerton, CA
On January 13, 2021, an Accusation was filed against the license of Won Peter Seung (VET 8855), with an address of record in Fullerton, CA for being convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the practice of veterinary medicine and use of alcohol in a manner that is dangerous or injurious to a person (BPC §490(a), BPC §4883(c) and (g)(2)(B)(C)) Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Macy, Nicholas B. (VET 11218)
Santa Cruz, CA
Effective April 14, 2021, the license of Nicholas B. Macy, (VET 11218) with address of record in Santa Cruz, CA was issued a Public Reproval based on negligence violations for: an incomplete pre-surgical evaluation, failure to have CT reviewed by a specialist prior to surgery, failure to submit thymoma removed to pathology, and performing a dental procedure and sternal thoracotomy at the same time; as well as an unprofessional conduct violation for charting omissions (BPC § 4883(i), CCR § 2032.3, 2032.4). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Seung, Won Peter (VET 8855)
Fullerton, CA
Effective July 29, 2021, the license of Won Peter Seung (VET 8855), with an address of record in Fullerton, CA, was revoked, the revocation was stayed, and his license was placed on probation for five years for being convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the practice of veterinary medicine, use of alcohol in a manner that is dangerous or injurious to a person, and conviction of more than one misdemeanor or any felony involving the use, consumption, or self-administration of alcohol (BPC §490(a), BPC §4883(a) and (g)(2)(A)(B)(C)).
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Sterns, Michael J. (VET 86622)
Mountain View, CA
Effective July 21, 2021, the veterinary license (VET 86622) and Premises Registrations (HSP 38355 and HSP 38157) of Michael J. Sterns, with addresses of record in Mountain View, CA, were placed on probation for five years for the following: failing to establish a VCPR; not documenting or performing a physical exam before surgery; administration of a vaccine without owners consent; negligent medication administration; record keeping violations; failure to provide humane treatment; failing to perform and/or document physical examination prior to surgery; seeking a prohibited settlement; failure to maintain AVAH premises registration; and for failure to register a mobile veterinary clinic (BPC 4883(c), (i), 4853,  143.5; CCR 2032.1, 2032.15, 2032.4(b)(1), 2032.3, 2032.05).
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Devincenzi, Lisa (RVT 13042)
Antioch, CA
Effective March 4, 2021, the license of Lisa Devincenzi (RVT 13042) with an address of record in Antioch, CA was revoked, the revocation was stayed, and her license was placed on probation for one additional year for failure to comply fully with the probation requirement that she abstain from controlled substances. Registrant was initially placed on probation for conviction of a crime, the use of any dangerous drugs, and conviction of more than one misdemeanor or any felony involving the use, consumption, or self-administration of control substance, (BPC §§ 480; 4883(g)(2)(B), and (g)(2)(c)).
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Portela, Jessica (VET 23324)
San Francisco, CA
Effective February 19, 2021, the license of Jessica Portela (VET 23324) with an address of record in San Francisco was revoked, the revocation was stayed, and her license placed on probation for an additional five years for failure to comply fully with the probation requirement that she undergo biological fluid testing to confirm her abstinence from alcohol and unprescribed drugs and failure to comply fully with the probation requirement that she abstain from consuming alcohol, BPC §§ 4831.
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Alarcon, Samuel (VACS 5276)
Walnut Creek, CA
Effective August 30, 2021, a default decision was issued revoking the permit of Samuel Alarcon, (VACS 5276), with an address of record in Marina, CA for being convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit holder and use of alcohol in a manner that is dangerous or injurious to a person (BPC §490(a), BPC §4883(c)(g)(2)(B)) Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Davies, Meg (RVT 8473)
Walnut Creek, CA
Effective July 9, 2021, a default decision revoking the registration of Meg Davies, (RVT 8473) with an address of record in Walnut Creek, CA for negligence due to: an incomplete pre-surgical evaluation, failure to have CT reviewed by a specialist, failure to obtain pathology, and performing a dental procedure and a sternal thoracotomy simultaneously; as well as charting omissions, (BPC §4883(i), CCR § 2032.3, 2032.4). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Maloney, Craig D. (VET 12581)
Eloy, AZ
Effective November 29, 2021, the license of Craig D. Maloney, (VET 12581) with address of record in Eloy, AZ, has been revoked for negligence, criminal conviction, out-of-state discipline, and disciplinary action substantially related to the practice of veterinary medicine, (BPC §§ 490; 4883 (a), (i), (l), and (n)).Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Sandhu, Mukand S. (VET 11634)
4 PAWS Pet Hospital & Pet Supply Store (HSP 5448)
Bakersfield, CA
Effective May 27, 2021, the licenses of Mukand S. Sandhu, (VET 11634) and 4 PAWS Pet Hospital & Pet Supply Store (HSP 5448) with addresses of record in Lancaster, CA were revoked for negligence, incompetence, practicing veterinary medicine without a premise permit, and recordkeeping issues. As well as violations of probation conditions including: obeying all laws, cooperating with probation surveillance, payment of cost recovery and fine, and supervised practice. (BPC § 4883(i),(o), BPC § 4855, CCR § 2032, CCR § 2032.3, CCR § 2032.4). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Sandhu, Balpal S. (VET 13678)
AV Veterinary Center (HSP 6663)
All Creatures Veterinary Center (HSP 6152)
Canyon Country Veterinary Hospital (HSP 5668)
Lancaster, CA
Effective May 27, 2021, the license of Balpal S. Sandhu, (VET 13678), AV Veterinary Center (HSP 6663), All Creatures Veterinary Center (HSP 6152), and Canyon Country Veterinary Hospital (HSP 5668) with addresses of record in Lancaster, CA were revoked for administering unnecessary treatments, discharging patients in unstable condition, and aiding and abetting unlicensed activity; and failure to: establish a Veterinarian-Client Patient Relationship, monitor and evaluate patients after surgery, recognize radiographic changes, initiate or maintain appropriate IV fluid therapy, maintain adequate patient records, and comply with record inspection requirements; as well as failure to comply with the conditions of probation, including: obeying all laws, submitting quarterly reports, submitting proof of community service and continuing education.  (BPC § 4883(c),(i),(j),(g),(o), BPC §  4855, BPC § 4856 ). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile

Lifsey, Michael S. (VET 10237)
Victorville, CA
Effective September 6, 2021, the license of Michael S. Lifsey, (VET 10237) with an address of record in Victorville, CA voluntarily surrendered for unprofessional conduct, minimum standards violations, record keeping violations, failure to maintain required physical presence as required for managing licensees, allowing unlicensed activity, and failure to verify/acknowledge required permits for staff.  (BPC § 4883 (c),(o), BPC § 4855,  CCR 2030.02(a-c)(f)(4)(6), CCR 2032.05(b), CCR 2032.3)  Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Pierce, Bette (VET 6810)
Nevada City, CA
Effective June 8, 2021, the license of Bette Pierce, (VET 6810) with an address of record in Nevada City, CA was voluntarily surrendered for negligence exhibited during a cryptorchid surgery. (BPC §4883(i)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Slaton, Daniel (VET 15324)
Thousand Oaks, CA
Effective May 14, 2021, Daniel Slaton, with an address in Thousand Oaks, CA was granted a Petition for Early Termination of Probation of his Veterinarian License (VET 15324). The license was previously placed on probation for five years, effective September 15, 2018,  for diverting, possessing, and using controlled substances without a prescription.
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Cotton, Dale (VET 14009)
Lynwood, CA
Effective February 27, 2021, Dale Cotton, with an address in Lynwood, CA was granted a Petition for Early Termination of Probation of his Veterinarian License (VET 14009). The  license was previously placed on probation for four years, effective April 12, 2018, for failure to establish a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship, unprofessional conduct, negligence, failure to maintain accurate and legible records, failure to perform physical exam and incompetence.
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Diaz, Rebecca (VET 13706)
Cathedral City, CA
Effective September 18, 2021, Rebecca Diaz, with an address of record in Cathedral City, CA was granted a Petition for Reinstatement of her Veterinarian License (VET 13706). The license was previously surrendered, effective November 20, 2017 for failure to comply with the prohibition for managing or serving as the administrator of a veterinary hospital, failure to complete a drug or alcohol treatment program, and failure to abstain from controlled substances. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Coghlan, James (VET 9742)
Lake Forest, CA
Effective May 13, 2021, James Coghlan, with an address of record in Lake Forest, CA was granted a Petition for Reinstatement of his Veterinarian License (VET 9742). The license was previously revoked, effective March 17, 2017 for failure to obey all laws, failure to submit quarterly probation reports, failure to appear for biological fluid testing and failure to abstain from alcohol use while on probation. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Gawlik, Elaine (VET 10507)
Van Nuys, CA
Effective January 4, 2021, Elaine Gawlik, with an address of record in Van Nuys, CA was granted a Petition for Reinstatement of his Veterinarian License (VET 10507). The license was previously revoked effective November 3, 2016, for a criminal DUI conviction, failure to obey all laws, failure to submit quarterly probation reports, and failure to abstain from alcohol use while on probation. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile