2026 Citations and Disciplinary Actions

Licensed Citations

Oh, Young Moon (VET 7370)
Van Buren Animal Hospital (HSP 3723)
Riverside, CA
On May 5, 2026, a $2,500 citation was issued to the Veterinarian License of Young Moon Oh (VET 7370) and registration of Van Buren Animal Hospital (HSP 3723) for the following: Failure to ensure anesthetic vaporizer received its yearly service, the F/Air canister was being weight, and the CO2 absorbent was labeled/monitored; Failure to perform regular biennial controlled drug inventories; Failure to report controlled substance dispensations to CURES; Failure to create legible medical records; and Failure to document providing drug consultations to Clients. (BPC §§ 4829.5; 4854; 4855; & 4883(c), (g)(3), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2030(f)(6 & 10); & 2032.3; HSC § 11165(d)(1–11); CFR § 1304.22(c)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Butchko, Michael (VET 12860)
Riverside, CA
On April 30, 2026, a $5,000 citation was issued to Michael Butchko (VET 12860) for the following: Administered the final DAPP vaccination shot to an animal patient at 13 weeks of age; and illegible portions of medical records for the animal patient. (BPC § 4883(i) & (o); CCR, Title 16, § 2032.3(a)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Donan, Debra (VET 5824)
Orange, CA
On April 29, 2026, a $7,000 citation was issued to Debra Donan (VET 5824) for the following: Failure to admit the animal patient into a registered veterinary premises for more aggressive treatment including hospitalization and diagnostic testing; Failure to establish a veterinarian–client–patient relationship by failing to recommend additional diagnostic testing; and Failure to document the strength and route of administration of “Pen G.” administered to the animal patient. (BPC § 4883(i) & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.1(a), (b)(2) & (3); & 2032.3(a)(8)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the doctor's profile.

Unlicensed Citations

Wu, Jonathan
Stockton, CA
On April 27, 2026, a $22,000 citation was issued to Jonathan Wu for the following: advertised on Family Pet Hospital’s website that he was a Veterinarian Licensed veterinarian and displayed the veterinarian Veterinarian License of his father purporting it to be his own; performed surgical procedures on animal patients; performed a physical examination and administered vaccinations; provided a diagnosis and prescribed medications to an animal patient; and provided veterinarian services to an animal patient. (BPC §§ 4825; & 4826(a), (b), (c), & (d)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action.

Raibolt, Amanda
Chico, CA
On April 10, 2026, a $7,000 citation was issued to Amanda Raibolt for the following: represented herself on LinkedIn as a Veterinarian Licensed veterinarian without possessing a valid veterinarian Veterinarian License; used the title "Veterinary Technician" on her LinkedIn profile; and administered midazolam to an animal patient without possessing a valid veterinarian Veterinarian License, registered veterinary technician registration, or veterinarian assistant controlled substance permit. (BPC §§ 4825; 4826(a) & (c); 4836; 4836.1(b); & 4839.5). Click here to obtain a copy of the action.

Haghnazary, Ali (VET 23168)
Mission Viejo, CA
On April 29, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Ali Haghnazary (VET 23168) for the following: Negligence; and Violations of Board Regulations. (BPC § 4883(i) & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032; & 2032.05). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Mosley, Ixchel (VET 12413)
El Cajon, CA
On April 28, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Ixchel Mosley (VET 12413) for the following: Negligence or Incompetence in the Practice of Veterinary Medicine in the treatment of multiple animal patients; and Inadequate Recordkeeping of Veterinary Medical Care in the treatment of multiple animal patients. (BPC §§ 4855; & 4883(i) & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.3; & 2032.4(a) & (b)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Ross, Thomas R (VET 8691)
Dr. Thomas R. Ross DVM (HSP 5446)
Tracy, CA
On April 17, 2026, an Accusation was filed against the Veterinarian License of Thomas R Ross (VET 8691) and Premises Registration of Dr. Thomas R. Ross DVM (HSP 5446) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Inhumane Treatment in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Recommend Appropriate Diagnostics; Failure to Provide Proper Anesthesia; Incompetence; Recordkeeping; Insufficient Evidence for Diagnosis and Treatment; and Failure to Taper Off Medication. (BPC §§ 4855; & 4883(i) & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.05; & 2032.3(a)(6–10, & 12)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Grant, George R. (VET 20222)
The Beachside Animal Hospital (HSP 6787)
Capistrano Beach, CA
On April 28, 2026, an Accusation was filed against the Veterinarian License of George R. Grant (VET 20222) and the Premises Registration of The Beachside Animal Hospital (HSP 6787) for the following: Negligence/Inhumane Treatment in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Wrongful Disclosure of Personal Information; Unprofessional Conduct; Record Keeping Violations in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Offer or Provide Drug Consultation in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Communicate Treatment Plan; Performing Surgery Without Authorization; Fraud; Failure to Comply with Codes and/or Regulations; and Deception. (BPC §§ 4829.5(a); 4854; 4857(a); 4883(c, g–i & o); CCR, Title 8, § 6151(c)(1) & (e)(3); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2030(f)(1, 3, 6, 8, 10 & 12), (g)(2–4, 7, 8(B), 9 & 10); 2030.05; 2032.05; 2032.1(b)(3); 2032.3(a)(1–4, 6–12) & (e)(2); 2032.4(b)(1 & 6); 2032.5). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee’s profile.

Thiessen, Leon E. (VET 4228)
Santa Maria Animal Hospital (HSP 2385)
Santa Maria, CA
On April 17, 2026, a First Amended Accusation was filed against the Veterinarian License of Leon E. Thiessen (VET 4228) and the Premises Registration of Santa Maria Animal Hospital (HSP 2385) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients. (BPC § 4883(i)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Camuso, Thomas (VET 20010)
Cerritos, CA
On April 3, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Thomas Camuso (VET 20010) for the following: Negligence and/or Incompetence in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Deficiencies in Medical Record Documentation; and Unprofessional Conduct. (BPC § 4883(g), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032; & 2032.3(a)(1)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Schmidt, Jeffrey (VET 19012) Temecula, CA
On April 10, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Jeffrey Schmidt (VET 19012) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients. (BPC § 4883(i)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Lopez, Carlos R. (VET 14269)
Santa Ana, CA
On April 7, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Carlos R. Lopez (VET 14269) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients. (BPC § 4833(i)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Teves, Antonio Q. (VET 18554)
Duarte, CA
On March 24, 2026, a First Amended Accusation was filed against Antonio Q. Teves (VET 18554) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Record Keeping Violations in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Document Drug Consultation; Failure to Monitor Patient After Anesthesia; Fraud; Failure to Label Radiographs; and Failure to Offer and/or Provide Drug Consultation in the treatment of multiple animal patients. (BPC §§ 4829.5(a) & (d); 4883(c), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, § 2032.3(a) & (b)(2)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Hoque, Abul Kashem Fazlul (VET 21775)
Thornhill, ON, Canada
On March 19, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Abul Kashem Fazlul Hoque (VET 21775) for the following: Negligence / Failure to Communicate Treatment; Create False Medical Record; Negligence/Incompetence in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Violation of Board Regulations– Record Keeping Violations in the treatment of multiple animal patients; and Failure to Provide Drug Consultations. (BPC §§ 4829.5(a); & 4883(c), (g), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2030.1(b); 2032.1(b)(2); 2032.3(a)(1, 8, 10–13); 2032.4(b)(6); & 2032.35). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Bell, Leanne (VET 18998)
Victorville, CA
On March 6, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Leanne Bell (VET 18998) for the following: Discipline by Alaska State Board of Veterinary Examiners; Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Provide Consultation in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Recordkeeping Violations in the treatment of multiple animal patients; and Compounding Violations in the treatment of an animal patient. (BPC §§ 4829.5(a) & (d); 4883(c), (i), (l), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032; 2032.05; 2032.3(a)(1, 7, 8, 10, & 11) & (c)(2)(B, C, & D); & 2092(e)(1–3, & 5)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Singh, Rajdeep (VET 17488)
Aborn Pet Clinic (HSP 4003)
San Jose, CA
On March 2, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Rajdeep Singh (VET 17488) and Aborn Pet Clinic (HSP 4003) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Keep Complete Treatment Records in the treatment of multiple animal patients; False Medical Record; and Unprofessional Conduct – Providing Treatment Absent a Veterinarian–Client–Patient Relationship. (BPC § 4883(g), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.1; 2032.3(a)(7 & 8); & 2032.35). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Van Volkenburgh, Agnes (VET 15031)
Malibu, CA
On February 23, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Agnes Van Volkenburgh (VET 15031) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Provide Medical Records; Recordkeeping Violations in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Failure to Provide Humane Treatment in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Violation of Minimum Standards of a Veterinarian Licensee Manager in the treatment of an animal patient; Inaccurate Claim to Veterinary Specialty; Communication Violations; Anesthesia Violation; Unprofessional Conduct – Altering Medical Records in the treatment of multiple animal patients; and Fraud or Deception. (BPC §§ 4829.5(a); 4856; & 4883(c), (g), (i), (o), & (s); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.05(c); 2032.15(b); 2032.3(a)(2, 6–8, 11, & 12); 2032.35; & 2032.4(b)(4)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Bhullar, Karambir (VET 7159)
Ontario, CA
Ave 26 Small Animal Hospital (HSP 2559)
West Covina Pet Hospital (37814)
Diamond Bar, CA
On February 23, 2026, a Second Amended Accusation was filed against Karambir Bhullar (VET 7159), Ave 26 Small Animal Hospital (HSP 2559), and West Covina Pet Hospital (37814) for the following: Negligence in the treatment of multiple patients; Incompetence in the treatment of multiple patients; Violations of Record–Keeping Regulations in the treatment of multiple patients; Failure to Provide Consultation; and Failure to Maintain Minimum Standards for Fixed Veterinary Premises. (BPC §§ 4169(a); 4170; 4342; 4829.5(d); 4836.1(b)(1 & 2); 4850; 4854; & 4883(c), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2030(b)(5), (d)(1), (f)(1, 2, 6, 8, & 10), & (g)(1–5, 7, & 8(b)); 2030.05; 2030.1(a); 2032; 2032.3(a)(1, 7, 8, 10, & 11); 3368(a) & (b); & 6151(c) & (e); CFR, Title 21, §§ 1301.75; & 1304.22; HSC § 11165). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Singh, Manohar Deep (VET 14063)
Los Angeles, CA
San Dimas Animal Hospital (HSP 1001)
San Dimas, CA
On February 20, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Manohar Deep Singh (VET 14063) and San Dimas Animal Hospital (HSP 1001) for the following: Negligence; Incompetence; Violation of Veterinary Medicine Practice Act; and Recordkeeping Violations. (BPC §§ 4829.5; & 4883(c), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, § 2032.3(a)(1), (6), & (7)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Wright, Russell Eric (VET 13222)
Santa Barbara, CA
On February 18, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Russell Eric Wright (VET 13222) for the following: Ability to Practice is Impaired Due to Mental Illness Affecting Competency; Unprofessional Conduct – Possession of Methamphetamine on October 31, 2023; Unprofessional Conduct – Unlawful Use of Controlled Substances on February 1, 2020; Unprofessional Conduct – Dangerous Use of Drugs on February 1, 2020; Violation of Controlled Substance Statutes; and Unprofessional Conduct – Failure to Respond to Board Inquiry. (BPC §§ 820; 822; 4883(g)(2)(A & B), (g)(3), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2007; & 2040). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Jones, Diana L. (VET 12528)
Innovative Veterinary Services Inc., dba Petsurg & ER4Pets (HSP 6662)
San Diego, CA
On February 4, 2026, a First Amended Accusation was filed against Diana L. Jones (VET 12528) and Innovative Veterinary Services Inc., dba Petsurg & ER4Pets (HSP 6662) for the following: Negligence in the Practice of Veterinary Medicine as to Respondent Jones; Failure to Provide Dosimeters to Individual Staff Members; Failure to Report to CURES; Failure to Properly Maintain Controlled Substances Records; Failure to Properly Maintain Anesthetic Equipment; Failure to Properly Keep Endotracheal Tubes Readily Available and Stored in a Sanitary Manner; Unsanitary Premises; Unsanitary Equipment; and Charging for Written Prescription as to Respondent Jones. (BPC §§ 4170(a)(6–7); 4854; & 4883(c), (g), (h), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2030(f)(4), (6–8), & (10), (g)(7) & (11), & (h); & 2032.2(c); CCR, Title 17, §§ 30255(a) & (b)(1–6); CFR § 1304.22(c); HSC § 11165(i)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee’s profile.

McGovern, Michelle (RVT 7514)
Long Beach, CA
On February 2, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Michelle McGovern (RVT 4514) for the following: UnVeterinarian Licensed Practice of Veterinary Medicine; Diagnosing or Prescribing a Drug, Medicine, Appliance, Application, or Treatment; and Administering a Drug, Medicine, Appliance, Application, or Treatment. (BPC §§ 4825; 4826(b) & (c); & 4840.2(c); CCR, Title 16, § 2036(a)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee’s profile.

Randhawa, Harbinder Singh (VET 11103)
Riverside, CA
On February 2, 2026, an Accusation was filed against Harbinder Singh Randhawa (VET 11103) for the following: Negligence in the Practice of Veterinary Medicine; Record Keeping Violations in the treatment of multiple animal patients; Performing Dental Surgery and Cleaning Without Authorization; and Failing to Document Drug Consultations. (BPC §§ 4829.5(a); & 4883(c), (g), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.1; & 2032.3(a)(8)). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee’s profile.

Downhill, Jody Ellen (VET 13867)
Fallbrook Veterinary Clinic (HSP 1720)
Woodland Hills, CA
Effective May 8, 2026, the Veterinarian License of Jody Ellen Downhill (VET 13867) and Premises Registration of Fallbrook Veterinary Clinic (HSP 1720) were placed on probation for five (5) years. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Singh, Satinderjit (VET 19630)
Granite Bay, CA
Effective April 2, 2026, the Veterinarian License of Satinderjit Singh (VET 19630) was placed on probation for five (5) years. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Roberts, Grace (VET 13411)
Weed, CA
Effective April 2, 2026, the Veterinarian License of Grace Roberts (VET 13411) was placed on probation for three (3) years. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Orozco, Ana Daisy (RVT 9665)
San Jose, CA
Effective February 13, 2026, the Veterinarian License of Ana Daisy Orozco (RVT 9665) was placed on probation for five (5) years. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Holland, Erin (VET 23884)
Cottonwood, CA
Effective February 9, 2026, the Veterinarian License of Erin Holland (VET 23884) was placed on probation for five (5) years. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee’s profile.

Diaz, Rebecca Lynn (VET 13706)
TCC (HSP 38158)
Cathedral City, CA
On April 9, 2026, an Accusation and Petition to Revoke Probation were filed against the Veterinarian License of Rebecca Lynn Diaz (VET 13706) and Premises Registration of TCC (HSP 38158) for the following: Veterinarian License Display; Failure to Meet Minimum Standards; Failed to Obey All Laws; Failed to Submit Quarterly Reports; Failed to Submit to Drug Testing; Failed to Abstain from Controlled Substances; and Failed Abstention from Alcohol Use. (BPC §§ 4169; 4850; & 4883(c) & (o); CCR, Title 16, § 2030(f)(4, 6, & 10); CCR, Title 17, § 30255). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Grewal, Baljit S. (VET 12511)
Stevenson Ranch, CA
On February 3, 2026, a First Amended Accusation and Petition to Revoke Probation was filed against the Veterinarian License of Baljit S. Grewal (VET 12511) for the following: Conviction of a Substantially Related Crime; Dangerous Use of Alcohol; Convictions Involving the Consumption of Alcohol; Unprofessional Conduct/Violation of Veterinary Medicine Practice Act; Failure to Obey Laws; Failed to Submit Quarterly Reports; Failure to Cooperate with Board Staff; Supervised Practice; Failing to Comply with Tolling Probation Requirements; Failure to Comply with Continuing Education; and Failure to Complete Ethic Training. (BPC §§ 4883(a), (c), & (g)(2)(B & C); 4885; CCR, Title 16, § 2040). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee’s profile.

Canfield, Cathaleen (VET 12992)
Canfield Equine Practice, Inc. (HSP 6058)
Monrovia, CA
Effective March 27, 2026, Cathaleen Canfield and Canfield Equine Practice, Inc. were granted a Petition for Early Termination of Probation concerning her Veterinarian Veterinarian License (VET 12992) and Premises Registration of Canfield Equine Practice, Inc. (HSP 6058). The Veterinarian License and registration were previously placed on probation for four (4) years, effective June 19, 2023, for the following: Negligence; Unprofessional Conduct – Dispensing Dangerous Drugs Without Medical Necessity; Failure to Establish a Veterinarian–Client–Patient Relationship; Negligence and Violation of Board Regulations Anesthesia and Recordkeeping; Violation of Practice Act and Board Regulations – Recordkeeping; Unprofessional Conduct – Misbranded Drugs; Unprofessional Conduct – Possession or Use of Prohibited Drugs; Violation of Practice Act – Failure to Provide Required Drug Consultations; and Unprofessional Conduct – Altering Medical Records. (BPC §§ 4169(a)(3); 4170(a)(2); 4829.5(a) & (d); 4853.6; 4855; & 4883(c), (g)(3), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 4, § 1867(b); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.1(a); 2032.3(a)(4, 6–8, 10–12); 2032.35; & 2032.4(b)(1 & 6); & HSC §§ 111440; & 111450). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Carpenter, Ryan Scott (VET 15878)
Sierra Madre, CA
Effective March 27, 2025, Ryan Scott Carpenter was granted a Petition for Early Termination of Probation concerning his Veterinarian Veterinarian License (VET 15878). The Veterinarian License was previously placed on probation for four (4) years, effective June 19, 2023, for the following: Negligence; Unprofessional Conduct – Dispensing Dangerous Drugs Without Medical Necessity; Unprofessional Conduct – Prescribing Controlled Substances; Failure to Establish a Veterinarian–Client–Patient Relationship; Violation of Veterinary Medicine Practice Act and Board Regulations – Recordkeeping; Unprofessional Conduct – Misbranded Drugs; Unprofessional Conduct – Minimum Standards for Drug Logs; Unprofessional Conduct – Possession or Use of Prohibited Drugs; and Violation of Practice Act – Failure to Provide Required Drug Consultations. (BPC §§ 4169(a)(3); 4170(a)(2); 4829.5(a) & (d); 4855; & 4883(c), (g)(3), (i), & (o); CCR, Title 4, § 1867(b); CCR, Title 16, §§ 2032.1(a); & 2032.3(a)(4, 6–8, 10–12); CFR, Title 21, § 1304.22(c); & HSC 11153(a); 111440; & 111450). Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Hatayama, Rodney Ken (VET 6993)
South County Veterinary Hospital (HSP 3457)
Selma, CA
Effective January 30, 2026, a Decision and Order was issued and the Veterinarian License of Rodney Ken Hatayama (VET 6993) and Premises Registration of South County Veterinary Hospital (HSP 3457) were surrendered. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Spencer, Harold Arthur (VET 4033)
Scott Valley Animal Clinic (HSP 3420)
Pinedale, CA
Effective March 27, 2026, a Decision and Order was issued and the Veterinarian License of Harold Arthur Spencer (VET 4033) and registration of Scott Valley Animal Clinic (HSP 3420) were surrendered. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.

Camburn, Claire J. (VET 14768)
Norwalk, CA
Effective March 12, 2026, the Veterinarian License of Claire J. Camburn (VET 14768) was revoked. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the Veterinarian Licensee's profile.

Mutalib, Ahmed Abdul (VET 13999)
Thousand Oaks, CA
Effective April 2, 2026, a Decision and Order was issued and the Veterinarian License of Ahmed Abdul Mutalib (VET 13999) was revoked. Click here to obtain a copy of the action or view the profile.