Our Team

We are currently staffed with an enthusiastic office manager, three experienced technicians, two friendly receptionists, and two pet-loving boarding specialist.

Want to join our team? Visit our Careers section.

Get to know us. Explore our staff biographies and learn about the people who make our facility an excellent choice for your pet care needs.

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Ryan Machowski
BSc., DVM Medical Director
Dr. Ryan Machowski joins the VCA Benicia team as Veterinarian and Medical Director after practicing with VCA Canada for 7 years where he found a passion for client-centered medicine. Dr. Ryan graduated from the University of Waterloo with his Bachelor of Science in 2004. Shortly after, he entered the Ontario Veterinary College and earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. Dr. Ryan is passionate about companion animal medicine and has focused much of his training on advanced surgical techniques. Dr. Ryan along with his wife Melissa, their two children, Avery and Audrey and their two cats, Martin and ...
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Veterinarians

Our veterinarians are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Explore our veterinarians' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital an excellent choice for your pet's care.
Morgan Jacobsen
Morgan Jacobsen
Veterinarian
DVM
Ryan Machowski
Ryan Machowski
Medical Director
BSc., DVM
Dr. Laura Shultz Staff Photo
Laura Shultz
Veterinarian
DVM

Veterinarian Support

Our technicians and support team members are all gentle animal lovers who treat your pets with the compassion and respect they deserve. Explore our support team members' biographies and learn about the individuals who make our hospital such a good choice for your pet's care.
Samandra Castaneda
Samandra C.
Veterinary Assistant
CVA
Kimberly
Kimberly D.
Veterinary Assistant
Camry Housel
Camry K.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Alex
Alex M.
Registered Veterinary Technician
RVT
Jenn
Jennifer S.
Veterinary Assistant

Pet Care Specialists

Just as we emphasize health, we also understand the value of providing a full line of care to our clients, which may include boarding and/or grooming services. Our team of caring and compassionate staff are here to offer your pets exceptional services that keep them feeling and looking their best while you're away.
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Emily G.
Kennel Assistant
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Our teams are united in our common purpose of taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
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