Welcome to Crystal Creek Animal Hospital

Dr. Vergel grew up in Colombia. In 2001, he graduated from the University of Ciencias Aplicadas & Ambientales in Bogota with his doctorate in veterinary medicine. Six months later, he relocated to the United States. While waiting to take the national boards to receive his U.S. veterinary certification, he stayed busy by working in several clinics in Central Florida. He is particularly proud of the year of volunteer work he did with Affiliated Veterinary Specialists during this time. After passing the boards and becoming licensed in the U.S., he spent six years working as an associate vet at an animal hospital in Seminole County. “My passion is my responsibility for your pet's health. Once your pet is under my care, it is my sole duty to keep him or her healthy, safe, and happy. You can always expect for me to inform you of all issues that arise and work together to create a plan for me to administer treatment that will help your pet be as healthy and comfortable as possible.”

At home, Dr. Vergel has a dog named Sophia and a five-year-old daughter.

Tanya has been in the veterinary field since 2000 and has worked in every veterinary support position at one time or another. She gained her vast knowledge and experience under the tutelage of mentors and co-workers, and by hands-on learning. For twelve years, she worked in a feline exclusive practice, becoming particularly skilled at working with cats. After obtaining her bachelor’s degree in Small Business Management, she took on an administrative role in the industry. Despite her administrative role at Crystal Creek Animal Hospital, she can still be seen assisting during procedures and helping the doctors during exams.

“While I was in school, I would imagine myself working in some other type of industry and remembering saying to myself that there is no way I would be happy if I wasn’t working with animals.” Her philosophy is always put the animal’s health first, but never forget to ensure the owner is comfortable and confident in our abilities. “I promise to live by our mission statement by helping keep your pet healthy and happy today, and into their senior years.”

At home, Tanya has a dog named Sophia and a five-year-old daughter.

Beckie is a native of South Pasadena, CA who moved to Orlando in 1997. She grew up in a family that valued animals and had many cats, kittens, Cocker Spaniels, rats, a turtle, a rabbit, a guinea pig, a lizard, and fish as a child. She started working in veterinary medicine in 1994 and has worked in busy, multi-doctor hospitals in California, Washington State, and Florida as a receptionist, vet assistant, and manager. She attended UCF’s Nicholson School of Communication. In addition to her veterinary experience, she also has a background in film, television, and music.

At home, she enjoys spending time with her teenage son and orange tabby cat, Conan O’Brien. She also dabbles in digital graphics and is an avid L.A. Dodgers fan. “I believe in upholding the high standards deserving of Crystal Creek Animal Hospital’s patients and clients. I am committed to doing everything I can to facilitate the very best in care and service when it comes to the health and well-being of your pet.”

The longest-standing member of our team, Amber began her career in vet med in 2008 as a kennel tech, then worked her way up to vet tech in 2011. She learned quickly as an apprentice and became highly skilled as a result of hands-on, real world experience. She is currently pursuing her biology degree with the goal of going to vet school and becoming a veterinarian herself. Her interest in biology serves her well in helping the doctors gather the pieces of the puzzle to determine why your pet might not be feeling well. 

Her beloved three-year-old Pitbull, Luna, is sister to eight-month-old kitten, Mylie. “What I enjoy most about working in the field is learning new things every day regarding animal health. My passion is pathology and being able to help treat sick pets and nurse them back to health.”

At age seventeen, Valeria decided she wanted to work closely with animals. Just one year later, she obtained her veterinary assistant certification. In 2016, we welcomed her into the Crystal Creek Animal Hospital family as a kennel tech. She quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a Veterinary Assistant, and now a Veterinary Technician. Valeria is working on a biology degree with the goal of going to vet school and becoming a vet herself. 

Valeria has four pets at home: six-year-old Chihuahua mix, Canela, three-year-old Catahoula Leopard Dog, Cookie, nine-month-old kitten, Mango, and four-month-old kitten, Lemon. “I love my job because I get the opportunity to care for and help animals back to their healthy selves, but my favorite thing is welcoming new life into this world. I will provide every animal that comes through the doors of Crystal Creek Animal Hospital the utmost attention and care he or she deserves, no matter how serious the situation.”

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